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EdgeLock SE050A Secure Element

EdgeLock SE050A Secure Element

MPN: SE050A2HQ1/Z01SHZ
NXP USA Inc.
IoT Secure Element 20-HX2QFN (3x3)
Active18,510 in stock

Overview

The SE050A2HQ1/Z01SHZ is an NXP EdgeLock SE050 series secure element designed to provide a hardware root of trust for IoT applications. It features CC EAL 6+ certified hardware and a pre-installed Java Card operating system to handle cryptographic operations and secure credential storage without exposing keys to the host processor.

Why Choose This Part

This device offers high-level security with CC EAL 6+ and FIPS 140-2 Level 3 certifications, protecting against sophisticated power analysis and physical fault attacks. The 'Plug and Trust' approach simplifies implementation by providing a complete middleware stack and documented example code for rapid integration with host MCUs and MPUs.

Applications

Cloud Onboarding
Automating secure, zero-touch connectivity to public clouds like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud using pre-provisioned certificates.
Industrial IoT (Industry 4.0)
Protecting integrity and authenticity of sensor data and firmware updates in harsh industrial environments.
Device-to-Device Authentication
Ensuring only authorized peripherals or sensors can communicate with a central gateway or controller.

Key Specifications

Type IoT Secure Element
Applications Industry 4.0
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Package / Case 20-XFQFN Exposed Pad
Supplier Device Package 20-HX2QFN (3x3)

Getting Started

Development is supported through the OM-SE050ARD Arduino-compatible development kit, which allows for easy prototyping with boards like the i.MX RT series or Raspberry Pi. Engineers should utilize the EdgeLock SE050 Plug and Trust middleware, which includes a host library and numerous functional examples for common cryptographic tasks.