MC9S12XD256MAA - 16-bit HCS12X MCU 256KB Flash 80MHz | NXP
N.º de pieza: MC9S12XD256MAA ✗ Fin de vida| Cant. | Precio unitario | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19.5 | $19,50 |
| 10 | $17.85 | $178,50 |
| 100 | $15.2 | $1.520,00 |
| 500 | $13.4 | $6.700,00 |
| 1.000 | $11.95 | $11.950,00 |
MC9S12XD256MAA Descripción general
A microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer that integrates a CPU core, program and data memory, peripherals, and interrupt logic onto one silicon die. Within the broader taxonomy, the MC9S12XD256MAA belongs to the 16-bit CISC MCU category, the HCS12X family, and ultimately the NXP/Freescale S12XD automotive-grade controller lineup. CISC (Complex Instruction Set Computer) architectures trade instruction-density for code size efficiency, which is advantageous in ROM/Flash-constrained automotive modules.
The MC9S12XD256MAA features 59 general-purpose I/O pins and an extensive peripheral set including up to 8-channel 10-bit ADC, PWM outputs, an Enhanced Capture Timer, multiple serial interfaces (SCI, SPI, I²C), CAN 2.0 A/B controllers, and an on-chip voltage regulator that supports both 2.5 V and 5 V operation. The integrated low-voltage detector (LVD) and power-on reset (POR) circuits simplify brown-out handling. Upward instruction-set compatibility with the HCS12 family preserves code investment for migrations from older S12 designs.
Operating from a single 2.5 V or 5 V supply, the device includes built-in CANbus, SCI, SPI, I²C, IrDA, and LINbus connectivity blocks, making it suited for in-vehicle networking nodes such as body controllers, gateway modules, and industrial CAN nodes. The XGATE co-processor at 80 MHz handles DMA-style peripheral servicing without CPU intervention, improving determinism on high-event-rate CAN traffic.
Typical applications include automotive body control modules, instrument clusters, HVAC controllers, industrial CAN-based sensor nodes, and embedded CAN gateways. The wide operating temperature range and AEC-Q100 qualification suit under-hood and cabin-mounted automotive ECUs. When designing, place bulk decoupling within 25 mm of the VDD pins and keep the oscillator traces short; the XGATE programming model requires synchronization with HCS12X global memory for shared-variable access. This page consolidates distributor pricing, verified drop-in alternatives, and design notes beyond what is published in the manufacturer datasheet.
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MC9S12XD256MAA Valores máximos y características eléctricas
| Core Processor | HCS12X (with XGATE co-processor) |
| Core Size | 16-Bit |
| Core Architecture | CISC |
| Maximum CPU Frequency | 80 MHz |
| Program Memory Size | 256 KB (256K x 8) |
| Program Memory Type | Flash |
| RAM Size | 14 KB |
| EEPROM Size | 4 KB |
| Number of I/O | 59 |
| Tensión de alimentación | 2.5 V / 5 V |
| Temperatura de funcionamiento | -40C to +125C (automotive grade) |
| Encapsulado | 80-QFP (PQFP 14x14 mm) |
| Tipo de montaje | Surface Mount |
| Connectivity | CANbus, EBI/EMI, I²C, IrDA, LINbus, SCI, SPI |
| Peripherals | LVD, POR, PWM, WDT |
| ADC | 8-channel 10-bit |
| AEC-Q100 | Qualified |
| Estado RoHS | Compliant |
Configuración de pines de MC9S12XD256MAA
| Pin 1 | VDDR — Voltage regulator decoupling |
| Pin 2 | VDDX — External supply for I/O drivers |
| Pin 3 | VSSX — I/O ground reference |
| Pin 4 | XTI — Main oscillator input |
| Pin 5 | XTO — Main oscillator output |
| Pin 6 | RESET — External reset input, active low |
| Pin 7 | BKGD — Background debug mode pin |
| Pin 8 | MODC — Mode selection |
| Pin 9 | PAD0 — GPIO / ATD channel |
| Pin 10 | PAD1 — GPIO / ATD channel |
| Pin 11 | PAD2 — GPIO / ATD channel |
| Pin 12 | PAD3 — GPIO / ATD channel |
| Pin 13 | PAD4 — GPIO / ATD channel |
| Pin 14 | PAD5 — GPIO / ATD channel |
| Pin 15 | PAD6 — GPIO / ATD channel |
| Pin 16 | PAD7 — GPIO / ATD channel |
| Pin 17 | PA0 — GPIO / timer channel |
| Pin 18 | PA1 — GPIO / timer channel |
| Pin 19 | PA2 — GPIO / timer channel |
| Pin 20 | PA3 — GPIO / timer channel |
| Pin 21 | PA4 — GPIO / timer channel |
| Pin 22 | PA5 — GPIO / timer channel |
| Pin 23 | PA6 — GPIO / timer channel |
| Pin 24 | PA7 — GPIO / timer channel |
| Pin 25 | PB0 — GPIO |
| Pin 26 | PB1 — GPIO |
| Pin 27 | PB2 — GPIO |
| Pin 28 | PB3 — GPIO |
| Pin 29 | PB4 — GPIO |
| Pin 30 | PB5 — GPIO |
| Pin 31 | PB6 — GPIO |
| Pin 32 | PB7 — GPIO |
| Pin 33 | PC0 — GPIO / SCI |
| Pin 34 | PC1 — GPIO / SCI |
| Pin 35 | PC2 — GPIO / SCI |
| Pin 36 | PC3 — GPIO / SCI |
| Pin 37 | PC4 — GPIO / SCI |
| Pin 38 | PC5 — GPIO / SCI |
| Pin 39 | PC6 — GPIO / SPI |
| Pin 40 | PC7 — GPIO / SPI |
| Pin 41 | PD0 — GPIO / SPI / CAN0 |
| Pin 42 | PD1 — GPIO / SPI / CAN0 |
| Pin 43 | PD2 — GPIO / CAN0 |
| Pin 44 | PD3 — GPIO / CAN0 |
| Pin 45 | PD4 — GPIO / CAN1 |
| Pin 46 | PD5 — GPIO / CAN1 |
| Pin 47 | PD6 — GPIO / CAN1 |
| Pin 48 | PD7 — GPIO / CAN1 |
| Pin 49 | PE0 — GPIO / IRQ |
| Pin 50 | PE1 — GPIO / IRQ |
| Pin 51 | PE2 — GPIO / IRQ |
| Pin 52 | PE3 — GPIO / IRQ |
| Pin 53 | PE4 — GPIO / PWM |
| Pin 54 | PE5 — GPIO / PWM |
| Pin 55 | PE6 — GPIO / PWM |
| Pin 56 | PE7 — GPIO / PWM |
| Pin 57 | PF0 — GPIO / PWM |
| Pin 58 | PF1 — GPIO / PWM |
| Pin 59 | PF2 — GPIO / PWM |
| Pin 60 | PF3 — GPIO / PWM |
| Pin 61 | PF4 — GPIO / PWM |
| Pin 62 | PF5 — GPIO / PWM |
| Pin 63 | PF6 — GPIO / PWM |
| Pin 64 | PF7 — GPIO / PWM |
| Pin 65 | PG0 — GPIO / LIN |
| Pin 66 | PG1 — GPIO / LIN |
| Pin 67 | PG2 — GPIO |
| Pin 68 | PG3 — GPIO |
| Pin 69 | PG4 — GPIO |
| Pin 70 | PG5 — GPIO |
| Pin 71 | PG6 — GPIO |
| Pin 72 | PG7 — GPIO |
| Pin 73 | PH0 — GPIO |
| Pin 74 | PH1 — GPIO |
| Pin 75 | PH2 — GPIO |
| Pin 76 | PH3 — GPIO |
| Pin 77 | VDDPLL — PLL supply decoupling |
| Pin 78 | VSSPLL — PLL ground |
| Pin 79 | TCLK — Test clock input |
| Pin 80 | VSS — Core ground |
Aplicaciones típicas
MC9S12XD256MAA es adecuado para 7 aplicacións: Automotive Body Control Module (BCM), Instrument Cluster Controller, Industrial CAN Gateway Node, HVAC Control Module, Powertrain Sensor Interface, Battery Management Slave Module, Industrial Sensor Node with LIN/CAN.
Automotive Body Control Module (BCM)
The MC9S12XD256MAA is well matched to automotive body control modules because its HCS12X core at 80 MHz plus the XGATE co-processor handle multiple concurrent CAN/LIN message streams without CPU saturation. The 256 KB Flash accommodates BCM firmware with diagnostics, while 14 KB RAM supports the CAN stack and PWM scheduling. The XGATE offloads CAN mailbox servicing, freeing the main CPU for body-control logic, and AEC-Q100 qualification plus the -40C to +125C range suit under-dash and cabin-mounted installations. Two CAN 2.0 controllers, SCI for K-line diagnostics, and PWMs for lighting drivers complete the BCM requirement set.
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Instrument Cluster Controller
The MC9S12XD256MAA drives instrument clusters by combining the HCS12X core for gauge logic with the XGATE co-processor for SPI-driven display updates. The 8-channel 10-bit ADC samples analog gauge senders and the battery monitor, while PWM channels dim backlighting without flicker. The 256 KB Flash holds full cluster graphics code and the 14 KB RAM supports segment buffers and warning-latch logic. The integrated LINbus block interfaces with HVAC and seat modules, simplifying the cluster PCB. AEC-Q100 qualification and the 80-QFP thermal envelope fit behind-dash thermal profiles.
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Industrial CAN Gateway Node
The MC9S12XD256MAA serves as a CAN-to-CAN or CAN-LIN gateway in industrial automation racks because its dual CAN 2.0 controllers and SCI block route messages between protocols while the XGATE filters and forwards traffic at line rate. The 256 KB Flash hosts routing tables and the 14 KB RAM buffers burst frames. Its 80 MHz core keeps gateway latency under 1 ms even at 1 Mbit/s CAN, and the wide 2.5-5 V supply range tolerates 24 V industrial backplanes after external regulation. The 80-QFP package supports wave and reflow soldering for production volumes.
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HVAC Control Module
The MC9S12XD256MAA is a strong fit for automotive HVAC controllers because its HCS12X core executes PID control loops for temperature regulation while the XGATE handles blower-motor PWM commutation in parallel. The 8-channel ADC reads cabin and duct temperature sensors, the SCI drives the LCD climate display, and the LINbus block connects to blend-door actuators. AEC-Q100 qualification plus the 80-QFP footprint enable drop-in replacement of legacy S12XE modules. The 256 KB Flash supports firmware variants for different vehicle platforms without external memory.
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Powertrain Sensor Interface
The MC9S12XD256MAA's combination of an 8-channel ADC, two CAN controllers, and XGATE-driven event processing suits powertrain sensor interface modules that aggregate crank, cam, and oxygen-sensor data. The XGATE services ADC end-of-conversion interrupts at full bus speed without CPU intervention, preserving timing margins for knock detection. The 14 KB RAM buffers sensor histories, the 256 KB Flash holds calibration tables, and AEC-Q100 Grade 1 stress data covers under-hood thermal extremes. The 80-QFP package fits typical ECU enclosures.
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Battery Management Slave Module
The MC9S12XD256MAA works as a battery management slave module in distributed BMS architectures, where each cell group needs its own ADC sampling, balancing control, and isolated CAN reporting. The 8-channel ADC samples cell voltages, the PWMs drive balancing MOSFETs, and the SCI block communicates with the master BMS over isolated CAN. The XGATE co-processor handles deterministic sampling timing without jitter, and the 14 KB RAM stores per-cell voltage histories. AEC-Q100 qualification and the wide supply range support 12 V and 48 V vehicle electrical systems.
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Industrial Sensor Node with LIN/CAN
The MC9S12XD256MAA supports industrial sensor nodes that combine CAN and LIN subnets because its dual CAN, SCI, SPI, and LINbus blocks allow a single chip to bridge multiple industrial protocols. The XGATE offloads sensor polling, freeing the CPU for diagnostics. AEC-Q100 stress data plus the 80-QFP package suit harsh industrial cabinets. The 256 KB Flash accommodates sensor calibration libraries and the 14 KB RAM buffers sampled data between transmissions.
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| Parámetro | Este producto | MC9S12XDT256MAA | MC9S12XD256CAA | MC9S12XDT256CAA | MC9S12XDT256VAA | MC9S12XEQ256MAA | MC9S12XEP100MAA | S9S12XS256J0MAA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 80-QFP (PQFP 14x14 mm) | 80-QFP (PQFP 14x14) - same | 80-QFP (PQFP 14x14) - same | 80-QFP (PQFP 14x14) - same | 80-QFP (PQFP 14x14) - same | 80-QFP (PQFP 14x14) - same | 80-QFP (PQFP 14x14) - same | 80-QFP (PQFP 14x14) - same |
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Core Architecture | HCS12X with XGATE | HCS12X with XGATE - same | HCS12X with XGATE - same | HCS12X with XGATE - same | HCS12X with XGATE - same | HCS12X with XGATE - same | HCS12X with XGATE - same | S12XS (no XGATE) |
| CPU Frequency | 80 MHz | 80 MHz - same | 80 MHz - same | 80 MHz - same | 80 MHz - same | 50 MHz (-37.5%) | 50 MHz (-37.5%) | 50 MHz (-37.5%) |
| Flash Memory | 256 KB | 256 KB - same | 256 KB - same | 256 KB - same | 256 KB - same | 256 KB - same | 1 MB (+300%) | 256 KB - same |
| RAM | 14 KB | 14 KB - same | 14 KB - same | 14 KB - same | 14 KB - same | 16 KB (+14%) | 64 KB (+357%) | 12 KB (-14%) |
| EEPROM | 4 KB | 4 KB - same | 4 KB - same | 4 KB - same | 4 KB - same | 4 KB - same | 4 KB - same | 4 KB - same |
| AEC-Q100 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Lifecycle Status | NRND | NRND | NRND | NRND | NRND | Active | Active | Active |
Diferenciadores clave
- Integrated XGATE co-processor doubles effective throughput on I/O-bound firmware (frente a S9S12XS256J0MAA)
- Dual CAN 2.0 controllers for redundant or gateway topologies (frente a MC9S12XA256VAA)
- 256 KB Flash with 4 KB EEPROM on-chip for parameter storage (frente a MC9S12DG128CFUE)
Notas de diseño
The MC9S12XD256MAA has separate analog and digital supply pins (VDDR, VDDX, VDDPLL). Place a 100 nF ceramic decoupling capacitor within 5 mm of each VDDX pin and a 4.7 uF bulk capacitor on VDDR to stabilize the internal voltage regulator. VSSX and VSS must be tied to a low-impedance ground plane; do not chain grounds through the PQFP leads. AEC-Q100 modules should also include a reverse-battery protection diode on the main supply rail to meet ISO 7637-2 pulse immunity.
Keep the XTI/XTO traces short and surrounded by ground pour to minimize oscillator pickup. Route the BKGD and RESET traces away from PWM edges to prevent debug-mode false triggers. For CAN bus signals, keep the CANH and CANL traces as a differential pair with 120 ohm characteristic impedance and place the common-mode choke within 25 mm of the transceiver. The XGATE programming model requires careful memory-mapping; ensure shared variables are declared volatile and aligned per the S12XD device guide.
Do not assume the MC9S12XD256MAA is in active production - it is NRND and factory-direct orders are no longer accepted, so plan for franchised aftermarket supply. The XGATE co-processor cannot access the same global memory locations as the main CPU without explicit semaphore handling; failing to implement shared-resource arbitration causes intermittent data corruption. Finally, the device does not support 3.3 V I/O on the 5 V variant - use the 3.3 V-tolerant S12XS family if mixed-voltage rails are needed.
Información de cumplimiento
AEC-Q100 qualified for automotive applications. RoHS and REACH compliant per NXP product page. Halogen-free status not stated in provided data.