Overview
The S912ZVLA12F0MLC is a 16-bit mixed-signal microcontroller (MCU) from NXP USA Inc., part of the S12ZVL family. This MCU offers a highly integrated and low-cost solution, making it ideal for designing compact Local Interconnect Network (LIN) nodes in automotive and industrial applications. The S12ZVL platform is known for its scalability, with memory sizes ranging from 8 KB to 128 KB of flash memory, enabling platform standardization. The MCU integrates a sophisticated S12Z core, a 12 V to 5 V voltage regulator, and a LIN physical layer transceiver, among other features.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Core | S12Z core |
| Memory | Flash: 12 KB, EEPROM: 1 KB, RAM: 4 KB |
| Voltage Regulator | 12 V to 5 V, 70 mA or up to 170 mA (with ballast option) |
| Voltage Regulator Tolerance | 3% |
| PHY | LIN physical layer transceiver |
| Analog Features | ADC (LB): 6 channels, 10-bit resolution; ACMP with 8-bit DAC: Not available in this model |
| Communication Interfaces | SCI: 2, SPI: 1, IIC: 1, MSCAN: Not available in this model |
| Timers | 6 channels + 2 channels (16-bit) |
| PWM | 8 channels (8-bit or 4 channels 16-bit) |
| I/O | GPIO: 20, Interrupt-capable I/O (5/12V): 16/1, eVdd (5V/20mA): 1, N-GPIOs (5V / 25mA): 1 |
| Package | LQFP32 |
| Temperature Options | C / V / M |
Key Features
- High Integration: Includes a sophisticated S12Z core, a 12 V to 5 V voltage regulator, and a LIN physical layer transceiver.
- Scalability: Available with various memory sizes from 8 KB to 128 KB of flash memory.
- Analog Capabilities: Features a 10-bit ADC with 6 channels and other analog peripherals like ACMP and PGA (though not available in this specific model).
- Communication Interfaces: Supports multiple communication protocols including SCI, SPI, and IIC.
- Functional Safety: Part of NXP's SafeAssure program, which simplifies system-level safety requirements in accordance with ISO 26262.
- Compact Design: Available in LQFP32 and other compact packages, making it suitable for space-constrained applications.
Applications
- Automotive LIN Nodes: Ideal for designing compact LIN nodes in automotive systems.
- Sensor Interfaces: Used in sensor interfaces and other automotive and industrial applications.
- Actuators and Switch Panels: Suitable for use in actuators, switch panels, and ambient lighting systems.
- Industrial Automation: Can be used in various industrial automation applications requiring LIN communication and mixed-signal capabilities.
Q & A
- What is the core architecture of the S912ZVLA12F0MLC MCU?
The S912ZVLA12F0MLC MCU is based on the 16-bit S12Z core architecture.
- What are the memory specifications of the S912ZVLA12F0MLC?
The S912ZVLA12F0MLC has 12 KB of flash memory, 1 KB of EEPROM, and 4 KB of RAM.
- What communication interfaces does the S912ZVLA12F0MLC support?
The MCU supports SCI, SPI, and IIC communication interfaces.
- Does the S912ZVLA12F0MLC have any functional safety features?
Yes, it is part of NXP's SafeAssure program, which simplifies system-level safety requirements in accordance with ISO 26262.
- What is the package type of the S912ZVLA12F0MLC?
The S912ZVLA12F0MLC is available in an LQFP32 package.
- What are the typical applications of the S912ZVLA12F0MLC?
It is typically used in automotive LIN nodes, sensor interfaces, actuators, switch panels, and ambient lighting systems.
- Does the S912ZVLA12F0MLC have any analog-to-digital conversion capabilities?
Yes, it features a 10-bit ADC with 6 channels.
- What is the voltage regulator specification of the S912ZVLA12F0MLC?
The MCU has a 12 V to 5 V voltage regulator with an output current of 70 mA or up to 170 mA (with ballast option).
- How many GPIO pins does the S912ZVLA12F0MLC have?
The MCU has 20 GPIO pins.
- What are the temperature options for the S912ZVLA12F0MLC?
The MCU is available with temperature options C, V, and M.
