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FRDM-KE15Z

FRDM-KE15Z

NXP USA Inc.
KE1xZ Freedom Kinetis ARM® Cortex®-M0+ MCU 32-Bit Embedded Evaluation Board
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Overview

The FRDM-KE15Z is a Freedom development platform designed for the Kinetis KE1xZ family of microcontrollers, featuring an ARM Cortex-M0+ core running at up to 72MHz. This evaluation board is specifically engineered for high-reliability applications in environments prone to high electrical noise and interference. It provides 256KB of Flash memory and 32KB of RAM, making it suitable for cost-sensitive industrial and consumer designs.

Why Choose This Part

The board stands out for its high-performance ARM Cortex-M0+ core that reaches 72MHz, providing superior throughput compared to standard 48MHz entry-level MCUs. It is designed for 5V operation, which significantly improves signal-to-noise ratios in electrically harsh environments, and features the standardized Freedom form factor for easy expansion.

Applications

Touch Interface Controls
Utilizes the integrated TSI (Touch Sense Interface) for developing robust capacitive touch surfaces in household appliances.
Industrial Motor Control
Ideal for simple motor control tasks in noisy industrial environments that require the 72MHz processing speed and ARM Cortex-M0+ efficiency.
HVAC Systems
Suitable for environmental control units that must maintain high reliability and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standards.

Key Specifications

Type MCU 32-Bit
Contents Board(s)
Platform Freedom
Mounting Type Fixed
Core Processor ARM Cortex-M0+
Utilized IC / Part KE1xZ

Getting Started

To begin development, connect the board to a PC using a micro-USB cable and use the NXP MCUXpresso IDE or other ARM-compatible toolchains like IAR or Keil MDK. The board features an integrated OpenSDA debugger, which allows for effortless flashing and debugging without requiring an external hardware probe.

Also Consider

FRDM-K64F NXP USA Inc. - A more powerful Kinetis Freedom board with an ARM Cortex-M4F core, Ethernet, and significantly more RAM for complex applications.