Overview
The SPC58XCADPT292S is a premium evaluation board system designed by STMicroelectronics to support the 32-bit SPC58XCXXC3 automotive microcontrollers. This system is part of the SPC58x modular evaluation system and is specifically tailored for evaluating the SPC58 C Line microcontrollers in the LFBGA292 package.
The evaluation system consists of an SPC58XXMB motherboard and the SPC58XCADPT292S daughter card, which plugs into the motherboard. This setup allows full access to the CPU, all CPU I/O signals, and the motherboard peripherals such as CAN, SCI, LIN, FlexRAY, and Ethernet.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Microcontroller | 32-bit SPC58XCXXC3 |
| Package | LFBGA292 |
| Power Supply | Single 12 V external power supply |
| Regulators | Four on-board regulators: 5.0 V, 3.3 V, 1.25 V switching regulators, and 5.0 V linear regulator for ADC supplies and references |
| Clocking Options | 40 MHz crystal EVB clock circuit, 8 MHz EVB clock oscillator circuit, external clock via SMA connector |
| Connectors | 14-pin standard JTAG connector, 38-pin TYCO connector for Nexus interface, 12-pin header connector for LFAST interface |
| Dimensions | Mini module: 127 mm x 114.3 mm, Max top components height: 19.4 mm, PCB thickness: 1.6 mm, Max bottom components height: 3.5 mm |
| RoHS Compliance | Ecopack1 |
Key Features
- Modular evaluation system for SPC58x microcontrollers
- Open top MCU socket on the daughter card
- Flexible MCU clocking options including 40 MHz crystal, 8 MHz oscillator, and external clock via SMA connector
- User reset switch with reset status LEDs
- RS232/SCI physical interface with a standard DB9 female connector
- Two FlexRAY channels interface with a DB9 connector and two alternative connectors
- LINFlexD interface with two different style connectors
- Two high-speed CAN channels with two female standard DB9 connectors
- Ethernet interface with a standard RJ45 Ethernet connector
- One potentiometer for analog voltage input and four user switches and 4 user LEDs, freely connectable
Applications
The SPC58XCADPT292S evaluation board is primarily designed for the development and evaluation of automotive applications. It supports the full range of SPC58x microcontrollers, making it an ideal tool for engineers working on automotive systems, including advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), engine control units, and other vehicle electronics.
Q & A
- What is the SPC58XCADPT292S evaluation board used for?
The SPC58XCADPT292S is used for evaluating the 32-bit SPC58XCXXC3 STMicroelectronics' automotive microcontrollers.
- What components make up the SPC58XCADPT292S evaluation system?
The system consists of an SPC58XXMB motherboard and the SPC58XCADPT292S daughter card.
- What power supply options are available for the SPC58XCADPT292S?
The system uses a single 12 V external power supply and includes four on-board regulators.
- What clocking options are available on the SPC58XCADPT292S?
The board offers 40 MHz crystal, 8 MHz oscillator, and external clock via SMA connector.
- What communication interfaces are supported by the SPC58XCADPT292S?
The board supports RS232/SCI, FlexRAY, LINFlexD, high-speed CAN, and Ethernet interfaces.
- What is the purpose of the user switches and LEDs on the board?
The user switches and LEDs are freely connectable and can be used for various user-defined applications.
- Is the SPC58XCADPT292S RoHS compliant?
- What are the dimensions of the SPC58XCADPT292S mini module?
The mini module dimensions are 127 mm x 114.3 mm, with a PCB thickness of 1.6 mm.
- Can the SPC58XCADPT292S daughter card be used as a standalone unit?
- What is the marketing status of the SPC58XCADPT292S?
The SPC58XCADPT292S is currently active and available for purchase.
