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MK64FX512VLL12

MK64FX512VLL12

NXP USA Inc.
ARM® Cortex®-M4 Kinetis K60 Microcontroller IC 32-Bit 120MHz 512KB (512K x 8) FLASH 100-LQFP (14x14)
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Overview

The MK64FX512VLL12 is a high-performance Kinetis K64 series microcontroller powered by an ARM Cortex-M4 core running at 120MHz. It features 512KB of Flash, 256KB of RAM, and 4KB of EEPROM, making it well-suited for applications requiring significant memory and connectivity in a 100-LQFP package. This MCU includes a floating-point unit (FPU) and DSP instructions to handle complex mathematical algorithms efficiently.

Why Choose This Part

This MCU offers a robust balance of power and efficiency, featuring a run current of 250 uA/MHz and ultra-low power modes down to 5.8 uA. It includes hardware-accelerated encryption and a random number generator for secure IoT applications, alongside 5V tolerant I/O which simplifies interfacing with legacy industrial logic.

Applications

Industrial Gateways
Leveraging on-chip Ethernet, CANbus, and multiple UARTs to bridge factory floor data to higher-level networks.
Building Automation
Managing complex sensor arrays and control logic with 66 I/O pins and hardware encryption for secure communication.
Professional Audio Equipment
Utilizing the integrated I2S interface and DSP instructions for real-time digital audio processing.
USB Peripheral Controllers
Implementing high-speed data transfer and charging via USB OTG support.

Key Specifications

Speed 120MHz
RAM Size 192K x 8
Core Size 32-Bit
EEPROM Size 4K x 8
Peripherals DMA, I2S, LVD, POR, PWM, WDT
Connectivity CANbus, EBI/EMI, Ethernet, I2C, IrDA, SD, SPI, UART/USART, USB, USB OTG
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Number of I/O 66
Core Processor ARM Cortex-M4
Package / Case 100-LQFP
Data Converters A/D 32x16b; D/A 1x12b
Oscillator Type Internal
Program Memory Size 512KB (512K x 8)
Program Memory Type FLASH
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 105degC (TA)
Supplier Device Package 100-LQFP (14x14)
Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd) 1.71V ~ 3.6V

Getting Started

Developers can begin evaluation using the FRDM-K64F Freedom development board, which is fully supported by the MCUXpresso SDK and IDE. The part is also compatible with standard ARM toolchains including IAR Embedded Workbench, Keil MDK, and GCC-based environments via JTAG or SWD debugging.

Also Consider

MK64FN1M0VLL12 NXP USA Inc. - Offers double the Flash memory (1MB) in the same 100-LQFP footprint if application code exceeds 512KB.
STM32F407VGT6 STMicroelectronics - A common alternative with a 168MHz Cortex-M4 core, integrated Ethernet, and similar peripheral sets.

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