Overview
The S9S12ZVL16F0CLC is a 16-bit mixed-signal microcontroller (MCU) from NXP USA Inc., part of the S12ZVL family within the S12 MagniV mixed-signal MCU product line. This MCU offers a low-cost, highly integrated solution, making it ideal for designing the smallest possible Local Interconnect Network (LIN) nodes. It is particularly suited for automotive and industrial applications due to its robust feature set and compliance with functional safety standards such as ISO 26262 through NXP's SafeAssure program.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Microcontroller Type | 16-bit Mixed-Signal MCU |
| Memory | Flash: 16 KB, EEPROM: 1 KB, RAM: 4 KB |
| Voltage Regulator | 5V, 70mA or up to 170mA (with ballast option/BCTL) |
| Voltage Regulator Tolerance | 3% |
| PHY | LIN Physical Layer Transceiver |
| Analog Features | ADC (LB): 10 channels, 10-bit resolution; ACMP with 8-bit DAC; PGA: 10/20/40/80x |
| Communication Interfaces | SCI: 2, SPI: 1, IIC: 1, MSCAN: 1 |
| Timers | 6 + 2 channels (16-bit) |
| PWM | 8 channels (8-bit or 4 channels 16-bit) |
| I/O | GPIO: 35, Interrupt Capable I/O (5/12V): 22/1, eVdd (5V/20mA): 1, N-GPIOs (5V/25mA): 3 |
| Package | 32-LQFP |
| 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.
- Functional Safety: Compliant with ISO 26262 through NXP's SafeAssure program, ensuring reliability and quality in safety-critical applications.
- Analog Capabilities: Features a 10-bit ADC with 10 channels, an analog comparator with an 8-bit DAC, and a programmable gain amplifier (PGA) with multiple gain levels.
- Communication Interfaces: Supports multiple communication protocols including SCI, SPI, IIC, and MSCAN.
- Timer and PWM Capabilities: Includes timers and PWM channels for various control applications.
- I/O Flexibility: Offers a range of GPIOs, interrupt capable I/O, and specialized I/O for different voltage levels.
Applications
- Automotive LIN Nodes: Ideal for designing small LIN nodes in automotive systems such as sensor interfaces, actuators, switch panels, and ambient lighting.
- Industrial Applications: Suitable for industrial control systems, sensor interfaces, and other applications requiring LIN communication and mixed-signal capabilities.
- Safety-Critical Systems: Used in systems that require compliance with functional safety standards like ISO 26262.
Q & A
- What is the primary application of the S9S12ZVL16F0CLC MCU?
The primary application is in automotive and industrial LIN nodes, particularly in space-constrained designs.
- What are the key features of the S9S12ZVL16F0CLC MCU?
It includes a sophisticated S12Z core, a 12 V to 5 V voltage regulator, a LIN physical layer transceiver, and various analog and communication interfaces.
- What is the memory configuration of the S9S12ZVL16F0CLC MCU?
The MCU has 16 KB of flash memory, 1 KB of EEPROM, and 4 KB of RAM.
- Does the S9S12ZVL16F0CLC MCU support functional safety standards?
Yes, it is compliant with ISO 26262 through NXP's SafeAssure program.
- What communication interfaces does the S9S12ZVL16F0CLC MCU support?
The MCU supports SCI, SPI, IIC, and MSCAN communication interfaces.
- What is the package type of the S9S12ZVL16F0CLC MCU?
The MCU is available in a 32-LQFP package.
- What are the temperature options for the S9S12ZVL16F0CLC MCU?
The MCU is available in C, V, and M temperature options.
- Does the S9S12ZVL16F0CLC MCU have analog capabilities?
Yes, it features a 10-bit ADC, an analog comparator with an 8-bit DAC, and a PGA with multiple gain levels.
- What is the voltage regulator specification of the S9S12ZVL16F0CLC MCU?
The MCU has a 5V voltage regulator with a current capability of 70mA or up to 170mA with the ballast option/BCTL.
- How many GPIOs does the S9S12ZVL16F0CLC MCU have?
The MCU has 35 GPIOs along with specialized I/O for different voltage levels.
