Overview
The S32K344EHT1VMMST is a 32-bit microcontroller from NXP Semiconductors, part of the S32K3 family. It features an Arm Cortex-M7 core operating at a frequency of 160 MHz. This MCU is designed for general-purpose automotive applications, emphasizing robustness in harsh electrical environments and offering advanced security features. The device is ISO 26262 compliant and supports both AUTOSAR and non-AUTOSAR applications, making it suitable for a wide range of automotive and industrial use cases.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Core | Arm Cortex-M7 |
| Frequency | 160 MHz |
| Program Flash Memory | 4 MB |
| Data Flash Memory | 128 KB |
| Total RAM | 512 KB (incl. 192 KB TCM) |
| Standby RAM | 32 KB |
| DMA Channels | 32 |
| Operating Voltage Range | 2.97 V to 5.5 V |
| Temperature Rating Range | -40°C to 105°C |
| Package Type | 257-pin MAPBGA |
| I/O Pins | 218 |
| Communication Interfaces | CAN, I2C, I3C, SPI, UART |
| ADC Resolution | 12-bit, 2 Msps |
| Timer Type | 16-bit eMIOS timers with logic control unit |
Key Features
- Hardware Security Engine (HSE): Includes NXP firmware and supports firmware over-the-air (FOTA) updates with A/B firmware swap, zero downtime, rollback support, and automatic address translation.
- Advanced Peripherals: Features 2 Msps ADCs, 16-bit eMIOS timers with logic control unit for motor control, and multiple communication interfaces such as CAN, I2C, I3C, SPI, and UART.
- Low Power Modes: Offers low power run and standby modes, fast wake-up, clock and power gating to optimize power consumption.
- Robustness and Compliance: ISO 26262 compliant and suitable for both AUTOSAR and non-AUTOSAR applications, with ASIL-B and D rating.
- Scalability and Migration: Shares common peripherals and pin-out, allowing easy migration within the chip series or among other chip series).
Applications
The S32K344EHT1VMMST is designed for a variety of applications in the automotive and industrial sectors, particularly in environments that require robust performance and advanced security features. Key application areas include:
- Automotive Systems: Suitable for use in vehicle control units, driver assistance systems, and other automotive applications that demand high reliability and security.
- Industrial Control Systems: Can be used in industrial automation, motor control, and other applications requiring high-performance processing and robust communication interfaces).
- Electrification and Power Management: Ideal for applications in electrical harsh environments, offering advanced features for power management and control).
Q & A
- What is the core type and frequency of the S32K344EHT1VMMST?
The S32K344EHT1VMMST features an Arm Cortex-M7 core operating at a frequency of 160 MHz).
- How much program flash memory does the S32K344EHT1VMMST have?
The device has 4 MB of program flash memory).
- What are the key communication interfaces supported by the S32K344EHT1VMMST?
The device supports CAN, I2C, I3C, SPI, and UART communication interfaces).
- What is the operating voltage range of the S32K344EHT1VMMST?
The operating voltage range is from 2.97 V to 5.5 V).
- What is the temperature rating range of the S32K344EHT1VMMST?
The temperature rating range is from -40°C to 105°C).
- What package type does the S32K344EHT1VMMST come in?
The device comes in a 257-pin MAPBGA package).
- Is the S32K344EHT1VMMST ISO 26262 compliant?
Yes, the S32K344EHT1VMMST is ISO 26262 compliant and suitable for both AUTOSAR and non-AUTOSAR applications).
- What are the low power modes supported by the S32K344EHT1VMMST?
The device supports low power run and standby modes, fast wake-up, clock and power gating).
- Does the S32K344EHT1VMMST support firmware over-the-air (FOTA) updates?
Yes, it supports FOTA updates with A/B firmware swap, zero downtime, rollback support, and automatic address translation).
- What are the key applications of the S32K344EHT1VMMST?
The device is suitable for automotive systems, industrial control systems, and electrification and power management applications).
