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MK66FX1M0VMD18

MK66FX1M0VMD18

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Higher-performance Kinetis member with more CPU performance and similar peripheral set
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Overview

The MK66FX1M0VMD18 is a high-performance Kinetis K66 series microcontroller based on the ARM Cortex-M4F core running at 180MHz. It features 1.25MB of Flash memory, 256KB of SRAM, and a dedicated Floating Point Unit (FPU) for complex mathematical operations. This device integrates advanced connectivity including Ethernet, high-speed USB, and an SDRAM controller for memory-intensive applications.

Why Choose This Part

This MCU offers a significant performance boost over standard Kinetis parts while maintaining peripheral compatibility. The combination of high-density on-chip flash and an external SDRAM controller provides flexibility for applications requiring large buffers or complex operating systems.

Applications

Industrial Gateways
Utilizes integrated Ethernet and multiple UART/CAN interfaces to bridge industrial fieldbus protocols.
Human Machine Interface (HMI)
Supports graphical overlays and data logging using the SDRAM controller and high-speed USB interface.
Security and Encryption
Employs the Cryptographic Acceleration Unit (CAU) for hardware-accelerated AES, DES, and SHA encryption.
Embedded Audio Processing
The 180MHz clock speed and DSP instructions enable real-time filtering and digital audio playback.

Key Specifications

Speed 180MHz
RAM Size 256K 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 100
Core Processor ARM Cortex-M4
Package / Case 144-LBGA
Data Converters A/D 2x16b; D/A 2x12b
Oscillator Type Internal
Program Memory Size 1MB (1M x 8)
Program Memory Type FLASH
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 105degC (TA)
Supplier Device Package 144-MAPBGA (13x13)
Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd) 1.71V ~ 3.6V

Getting Started

Developers can use the NXP MCUXpresso IDE and SDK for software development and driver configuration. Hardware evaluation is commonly performed using the FRDM-K66F Freedom development board which exposes the Ethernet and USB capabilities.

Also Consider

STM32F429ZIT6 STMicroelectronics - Alternative Cortex-M4 architecture with an integrated TFT-LCD controller for display-centric designs.
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