Overview
The SPC5746CBK1AVKU6 is a high-performance microcontroller from NXP USA Inc., designed for automotive and industrial applications. This dual-core microcontroller features the Power Architecture® e200z4 and e200z2 cores, providing a robust and efficient processing solution. It is part of the Ultra-Reliable MPC57xx family, known for its reliability and compliance with stringent automotive standards.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| CPU Cores | 1 x 160 MHz Power Architecture® e200z4 Dual issue, 32-bit CPU; 1 x 80 MHz Power Architecture® e200z2 Single issue, 32-bit CPU |
| Memory | 3 MB on-chip flash memory; 384 KB on-chip SRAM |
| Package | LBGA256: plastic, low profile ball grid array; 256 bumps; 1.0 mm pitch; 17 mm x 17 mm x 1.7 mm body |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to 125°C |
| Communication Interfaces | Eight enhanced FlexCAN3 with FD support; Four inter-IC communication interface (I2C); ENET complex (10/100 Ethernet); Dual-channel FlexRay controller |
| Security Features | Hardware Security Module (HSMv2); Password and Device Security (PASS); Fault Collection and Control Unit (FCCU) |
| Functional Safety | ISO26262 ASIL-B compliance |
Key Features
- Dual-core architecture with Power Architecture® e200z4 and e200z2 cores, supporting single precision floating point operations and variable length encoding (VLE) for code density improvements.
- End-to-end ECC (SECDED) for all bus masters, ensuring robust data integrity.
- Advanced memory interfaces, including 3 MB on-chip flash memory and 384 KB on-chip SRAM.
- Multiple communication interfaces such as FlexCAN, I2C, Ethernet, and FlexRay.
- Integrated audio interface (SAI) and fractional clock dividers (FCD).
- Configurable I/O domains and wake-up from low power modes via the WKPU controller.
- On-chip voltage regulator (VREG) and comprehensive debug functionality.
- Timer modules including Periodic Interrupt Timers (PITs), System Timer Modules (STM), and Software Watchdog Timers (SWT).
- 64 Configurable Enhanced Modular Input Output Subsystem (eMIOS) channels.
Applications
The SPC5746CBK1AVKU6 is primarily used in automotive and industrial applications, including:
- Automotive control units such as engine control, transmission control, and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS).
- Industrial control systems, including motor control and automation.
- Safety-critical systems requiring ISO26262 ASIL-B compliance.
- Applications requiring high reliability, robust communication interfaces, and advanced security features.
Q & A
- What is the CPU architecture of the SPC5746CBK1AVKU6?
The SPC5746CBK1AVKU6 features a dual-core architecture with one 160 MHz Power Architecture® e200z4 Dual issue, 32-bit CPU and one 80 MHz Power Architecture® e200z2 Single issue, 32-bit CPU. - How much on-chip memory does the SPC5746CBK1AVKU6 have?
The microcontroller has 3 MB on-chip flash memory and 384 KB on-chip SRAM. - What are the key communication interfaces of the SPC5746CBK1AVKU6?
The key communication interfaces include eight enhanced FlexCAN3 with FD support, four inter-IC communication interface (I2C), ENET complex (10/100 Ethernet), and a dual-channel FlexRay controller. - Does the SPC5746CBK1AVKU6 support functional safety standards?
Yes, it is compliant with ISO26262 ASIL-B. - What security features does the SPC5746CBK1AVKU6 offer?
The microcontroller features a Hardware Security Module (HSMv2), Password and Device Security (PASS), and a Fault Collection and Control Unit (FCCU). - What is the operating temperature range of the SPC5746CBK1AVKU6?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to 125°C. - What package type is the SPC5746CBK1AVKU6 available in?
The microcontroller is available in a LBGA256 package. - Does the SPC5746CBK1AVKU6 support low power modes?
Yes, it supports wake-up from low power modes via the WKPU controller. - What debug functionality does the SPC5746CBK1AVKU6 offer?
The microcontroller offers comprehensive debug functionality, including NDI per IEEE-ISTO 5001-2008 Class 3+ for both cores. - What are some typical applications of the SPC5746CBK1AVKU6?
Typical applications include automotive control units, industrial control systems, and safety-critical systems.
