Overview
The SPC5642AF2MVZ2R is a 32-bit microcontroller from NXP USA Inc., part of the Qorivva MPC56xx family. This device is designed for use in automotive and industrial applications, particularly in mid-range engine control and automotive transmission control. The microcontroller is built on the Power Architecture technology, featuring an e200z4 core that supports variable length instruction encoding (VLE) and superscalar architecture. This makes it highly efficient for embedded applications, including those requiring digital signal processing (DSP) capabilities.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Core | e200z4 Power Architecture core |
| Frequency | Up to 120 MHz |
| Memory | 2 MB on-chip flash memory with ECC and RWW, 128 KB on-chip SRAM with ECC |
| Cache | 8 KB instruction cache (configurable as 2- or 4-way) |
| Interrupts | Non-Maskable Interrupt (NMI) and Critical Interrupt, 16-entry Memory Protection Unit (MPU) |
| Communication Interfaces | 3 eSCI, 3 CAN, 3 SPI, FlexRay, Micro Second Channel (MSC) bus |
| Power Modes | Slow, stop, and standby modes |
| Package | 324-PBGA (23x23 mm) |
| Supply Voltage | 5 V single supply with external ballast, multiple external supply: 5 V, 3.3 V, and 1.2 V |
Key Features
- Ultra-low power consumption with power reduction modes (slow, stop, and standby)
- High-performance e200z4 core with superscalar architecture and VLE support
- Integrated memory protection unit (MPU) and memory management unit (MMU)
- Robust communication interfaces including CAN, SPI, and FlexRay
- Support for digital signal processing (DSP) instructions
- Fail-safe protection features including CRC unit and junction temperature sensor
Applications
The SPC5642AF2MVZ2R microcontroller is primarily used in automotive applications such as engine control units, transmission control units, and other automotive systems requiring high reliability and performance. It is also suitable for industrial control systems, robotics, and other embedded applications that demand robust processing and communication capabilities.
Q & A
- What is the core architecture of the SPC5642AF2MVZ2R microcontroller?
The SPC5642AF2MVZ2R features an e200z4 Power Architecture core. - What is the maximum operating frequency of this microcontroller?
The maximum operating frequency is up to 120 MHz. - How much on-chip flash and SRAM memory does it have?
It has 2 MB of on-chip flash memory and 128 KB of on-chip SRAM. - What communication interfaces are supported by this microcontroller?
It supports 3 eSCI, 3 CAN, 3 SPI, FlexRay, and Micro Second Channel (MSC) bus. - What are the power reduction modes available in this microcontroller?
The power reduction modes include slow, stop, and standby. - What is the package type and size of the SPC5642AF2MVZ2R?
The package type is 324-PBGA, and the size is 23x23 mm. - What are the supply voltage options for this microcontroller?
The supply voltage options include a 5 V single supply with external ballast and multiple external supplies: 5 V, 3.3 V, and 1.2 V. - Is the SPC5642AF2MVZ2R suitable for automotive applications?
Yes, it is designed for use in mid-range engine control and automotive transmission control applications. - Does the microcontroller support digital signal processing (DSP) instructions?
Yes, it supports DSP instructions. - What kind of fail-safe protection does the microcontroller offer?
The microcontroller offers fail-safe protection features including a CRC unit and a junction temperature sensor.
