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S32K338NHT1VJBST

S32K338NHT1VJBST

NXP USA Inc.
ARM® Cortex®-M7F S32K3 Microcontroller IC 32-Bit Tri-Core 240MHz 8MB (8M x 8) FLASH 289-LFBGA (14x14)
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Overview

The S32K338NHT1VJBST is a high-performance 32-bit automotive microcontroller featuring a triple ARM Cortex-M7F core architecture running at 240MHz. It is designed for ASIL-D functional safety applications, offering 8MB of flash memory with ECC, a large 1.125MB SRAM, and extensive connectivity options including Ethernet and CANbus.

Why Choose This Part

This MCU provides significant processing overhead with triple M7 cores and a dedicated FPU for complex mathematical models. Hardware-level security, ECC on all memories, and Error Detection Code (EDC) on data paths ensure high reliability in harsh automotive environments.

Applications

Automotive Domain Control
The triple-core architecture and high memory density allow for consolidating multiple vehicle functions into a single ECU.
Electric Vehicle Battery Management
Utilizes the integrated 24-channel 12-bit SAR ADC and ASIL-D safety features for precise cell monitoring and system reliability.
Advanced Gateway and Telematics
High-speed Ethernet and CANbus connectivity support secure vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication and data routing.
Industrial Functional Safety
Leverages lockstep core configurations and ECC on all memories for safety-critical industrial automation and robotics.

Key Specifications

Speed 240MHz
RAM Size 1.125M x 8
Core Size 32-Bit Tri-Core
EEPROM Size 128K x 8
Peripherals DMA, I2S, WDT
Connectivity CANbus, Ethernet, FlexIO, I2C, LINbus, QSPI, SAI, SENT, SPI, UART/USART
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Core Processor ARM Cortex-M7F
Package / Case 289-LFBGA
Data Converters A/D 24x12b SAR
Oscillator Type External, Internal
Program Memory Size 8MB (8M x 8)
Program Memory Type FLASH
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 105degC (TA)
Supplier Device Package 289-LFBGA (14x14)
Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd) 2.97V ~ 5.5V

Getting Started

Developers should use the NXP S32 Design Studio IDE along with the Real-Time Drivers (RTD) software package. Hardware evaluation is typically performed using the S32K3X4EVB-T172 evaluation board or similar S32K3 family development kits.