Overview
The MKL46Z256VLL4 is a 32-bit microcontroller from NXP USA Inc., part of the Kinetis KL4x family. It is designed with efficiency in mind, featuring an ultra-low-power ARM® Cortex®-M0+ core that operates up to 48 MHz. This microcontroller is ideal for general-purpose applications and is compatible with other Kinetis L and K4x families. It offers advanced power management, including low-power modes and a low-leakage wakeup unit, making it suitable for battery-powered devices and other power-sensitive applications.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Core Processor | ARM® Cortex®-M0+ |
| Core Size | 32-Bit Single-Core |
| Operating Frequency | Up to 48 MHz |
| Flash Memory | Up to 256 KB |
| SRAM | Up to 32 KB |
| GPIO | Up to 84 general-purpose input/output pins |
| Voltage Range | 1.71 to 3.6 V |
| Temperature Range | -40 to 105°C |
| Package Type | 100-pin LQFP |
| Communication Interfaces | USB full-/low-speed On-the-Go, I2C, SPI, UART/USART |
Key Features
- Ultra-low-power consumption: Run power down to 50 μA/MHz in very low power run mode and static power down to 2 μA with full state retention.
- Segment LCD controller supporting up to 47 frontplanes and 8 backplanes.
- Low-power hardware touch sensor interface (TSI).
- Four-channel DMA controller supporting up to 63 request sources.
- Nine low-power modes for power optimization.
- Bit Manipulation Engine (BME) for efficient bit-level operations.
- Analog modules: 16-bit SAR ADC, 12-bit DAC, and analog comparator.
- Timers: Six-channel Timer/PWM (TPM), two 2-channel Timer/PWM modules, and 16-bit low-power timer (LPTMR).
Applications
The MKL46Z256VLL4 microcontroller is versatile and can be used in a variety of applications, including:
- Communications & Networking: Due to its USB and other communication interfaces, it is suitable for communication devices.
- Sensing & Instrumentation: The presence of analog modules and touch sensor interfaces makes it ideal for sensing applications.
- Embedded Design & Development: It is widely used in general-purpose embedded systems due to its rich suite of peripherals and low-power capabilities.
Q & A
- What is the core processor of the MKL46Z256VLL4?
The core processor is the ARM® Cortex®-M0+. - What is the maximum operating frequency of the MKL46Z256VLL4?
The maximum operating frequency is up to 48 MHz. - How much flash and SRAM does the MKL46Z256VLL4 have?
The MKL46Z256VLL4 has up to 256 KB of flash memory and up to 32 KB of SRAM. - What is the voltage range for the MKL46Z256VLL4?
The voltage range is from 1.71 to 3.6 V. - What are the key power-saving features of the MKL46Z256VLL4?
The key power-saving features include nine low-power modes, a low-leakage wakeup unit, and static power consumption down to 2 μA with full state retention. - Does the MKL46Z256VLL4 support USB?
Yes, it supports USB full-/low-speed On-the-Go with an on-chip transceiver. - What types of timers are available on the MKL46Z256VLL4?
The timers include six-channel Timer/PWM (TPM), two 2-channel Timer/PWM modules, and a 16-bit low-power timer (LPTMR). - What is the temperature range for the MKL46Z256VLL4?
The temperature range is from -40 to 105°C. - What package types are available for the MKL46Z256VLL4?
The MKL46Z256VLL4 is available in a 100-pin LQFP package. - What are some of the analog modules available on the MKL46Z256VLL4?
The analog modules include a 16-bit SAR ADC, a 12-bit DAC, and an analog comparator.
