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LPC54605J512ET180K

LPC54605J512ET180K

NXP Semiconductors
ARM Microcontrollers - MCU LPC54605J512ET180
775 in stock

Overview

The LPC54605J512ET180K is a high-performance ARM Cortex-M4 microcontroller running at up to 180 MHz, designed for power-efficient embedded applications. It features 512 KB of flash memory, 200 KB of SRAM, and 16 KB of EEPROM, providing ample storage and data handling capabilities for complex firmware. The device integrates a floating-point unit (FPU) and advanced power management features, drawing only 24 mA at its maximum clock speed.

Why Choose This Part

This MCU offers an excellent balance of performance and efficiency, delivering 180 MHz throughput with a low run current of 24 mA. Its integration of 16 KB EEPROM simplifies system design by eliminating external non-volatile memory for configuration storage. The TFBGA180 package provides high pin density for complex designs while maintaining a compact 12mm footprint.

Applications

Industrial Control Systems
Utilizes the high clock speed and DSP instructions for real-time motor control and sensor fusion.
Human Machine Interface (HMI)
Leverages the 180-pin BGA package and extensive I/O for driving graphical displays and touch controllers.
Communication Gateways
Acts as a central node using ROM-based USB drivers and multiple serial interfaces for protocol translation.
Secure IoT Nodes
Uses the built-in Random Number Generator (RNG) and unique device serial number for secure identity and encrypted communication.

Getting Started

Development is best supported through the NXP MCUXpresso SDK and IDE, which provides drivers and middleware specifically for the LPC54000 series. Engineers can prototype quickly using the LPCXpresso54608 development board or similar LPC546xx evaluation kits. The chip supports programming via SWD or JTAG, and features ROM-based bootloaders for USB, SPI, and I2C updates.

Part of NXP LPC family » LPC5460

LPC5460 Family

Part NumberDifferenceStock
LPC54608J512ET180E (NXP USA Inc.) 512KB Flash 266
LPC54606J256ET100E 6J256ET100E 748

Also Consider

STM32F429ZIT6 STMicroelectronics - Offers similar Cortex-M4 performance with an integrated TFT-LCD controller for advanced graphics applications.
LPC54608J512ET180E NXP Semiconductors - A higher-tier variant in the same family offering additional peripherals like Ethernet and high-speed USB.
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