MCF52231CAL60 - ColdFire V2 MCU 32-Bit 60MHz 128KB Flash 112-LQFP | NXP
N.º de pieza: MCF52231CAL60 ✗ Fin de vida| Cant. | Precio unitario | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $18.5 | $18,50 |
| 10 | $16.2 | $162,00 |
| 100 | $13.75 | $1.375,00 |
| 500 | $11.4 | $5.700,00 |
| 1.000 | $9.85 | $9.850,00 |
MCF52231CAL60 Descripción general
What is a ColdFire V2 microcontroller? ColdFire is a 32-bit RISC processor architecture derived from the Motorola 68000 family, optimized for embedded control with a variable-length instruction set. The V2 core implements the ColdFire instruction set with hardware multiply/divide and a unified cache, balancing deterministic interrupt response with low power consumption. It belongs to the broader hierarchy: microcontroller -> embedded MCU -> 32-bit RISC MCU -> semiconductor IC.
Key features include a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet MAC+PHY (FEC+EPHY), a CAN 2.0A/B controller, three UARTs, two I2C ports, two SPI/QSPI interfaces, an 8-channel 12-bit ADC, a 4-channel 32-bit timer, JTAG/BDM debug, and a Phase-Locked Loop (PLL) for clock synthesis. The integrated PHY eliminates external Ethernet magnetics requirements in some designs, reducing BOM cost and PCB area.
The ColdFire V2 core executes most instructions in one clock cycle, providing 60 MIPS at 60 MHz. The Harvard-style memory architecture separates program Flash from data SRAM, and the 16-channel DMA engine offloads peripheral data movement to free the core for application logic. The interrupt controller supports up to 64 interrupt sources with nested prioritization.
Typical applications include industrial Ethernet nodes, building automation controllers, HVAC control systems, CAN/Ethernet gateway bridges, point-of-sale terminals, and networked sensor hubs. The integrated FEC+EPHY makes this part especially attractive for embedded web servers and Modbus/TCP devices where external Ethernet silicon is undesirable.
When designing with this part, consider that it is NRND. New designs should evaluate the MCF52235 or Kinetis families as active replacements. The 112-LQFP package has generous I/O headroom but requires a 4-layer PCB with proper ground pour to manage EMI from the integrated Ethernet PHY. Crystal selection (25 MHz reference) is critical for IEEE 802.3 timing compliance.
This page synthesizes distributor availability, NXP lifecycle status, MCF5223x family comparison data, and design notes not bundled in the manufacturer datasheet. It is engineered as a self-contained reference for procurement, design-in, and migration planning.
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| Core | ColdFire V2 (32-bit RISC) |
| Frecuencia de reloj máxima | 60 MHz |
| Program Memory | 128 KB Flash |
| Encapsulado | 112-LQFP (20x20 mm) |
| Tensión de alimentación | 3.3 V |
| Ethernet | 10/100 Mbps FEC + integrated EPHY |
| CAN | 1x CAN 2.0A/B controller |
| UART | 3x UART |
| I2C | 2x I2C |
| SPI / QSPI | 2x SPI/QSPI |
| ADC | 8-channel, 12-bit |
| DMA | 4-channel, 32-bit |
| Timers | 4-channel 32-bit (GPT) |
| Debug | JTAG / BDM |
| Tipo de montaje | Surface Mount |
Guía de configuración de pines de MCF52231CAL60 112-lqfp (20x20 mm)
Configuración de pines para MCF52231CAL60 (encapsulado 112-lqfp (20x20 mm)). Este CI digital incluye GPIO, interfaces de comunicación (UART, SPI, I2C) y pines de alimentación. Consulte la hoja de datos del fabricante para conocer las funciones alternativas de los pines y las opciones de configuración. Esencial para el diseño de sistemas embebidos y el diseño de PCB.
No hay datos detallados de patillaje disponibles para MCF52231CAL60.
Consulte la hoja de datos para ver la configuración completa de patillas.
Aplicaciones típicas
MCF52231CAL60 es adecuado para 6 aplicacións: Industrial Ethernet Node, Building Automation Controller, CAN-to-Ethernet Gateway, Point-of-Sale (POS) Terminal, Networked Sensor Hub, Embedded Web Server / IoT Gateway.
Industrial Ethernet Node
The MCF52231CAL60's integrated 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet Controller (FEC) plus on-chip Ethernet PHY (EPHY) eliminates the need for an external PHY, enabling compact, low-BOM industrial nodes that speak Modbus/TCP, EtherNet/IP, or PROFINET. The 60 MHz ColdFire V2 core delivers 60 MIPS, sufficient for protocol stack execution, and the 128 KB Flash accommodates full TCP/IP stacks such as lwIP or uIP. Designers should add a 25 MHz reference crystal with +/-50 ppm stability to meet IEEE 802.3 jitter requirements and route differential PHY traces with 100-ohm impedance on a 4-layer stackup.
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Building Automation Controller
The MCF52231CAL60 is well suited to building automation controllers managing HVAC, lighting, and access subsystems. Its CAN 2.0A/B controller interfaces with HVAC damper and sensor networks, while three UARTs and two I2C ports handle peripheral sensor and actuator buses. The 8-channel 12-bit ADC reads temperature, humidity, and current sensors directly. The integrated Ethernet PHY supports BACnet/IP communication. With NRND status, plan firmware portability to the MCF52235 or Kinetis KE1xF for new building automation designs.
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CAN-to-Ethernet Gateway
The combination of CAN 2.0A/B, FEC+EPHY, and 60 MHz ColdFire V2 core makes the MCF52231CAL60 a natural CAN-to-Ethernet gateway bridging industrial CAN networks with TCP/IP backbones. The 4-channel DMA engine moves CAN frames to Ethernet sockets without CPU intervention, leaving the core free for protocol translation. 128 KB Flash holds dual protocol stacks (CANopen plus Modbus/TCP). The 112-LQFP package has sufficient I/O for status LEDs and configuration switches. Migration to the pin-compatible MCF52235CAL60 adds cryptographic acceleration for TLS-secured gateway tunnels.
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Point-of-Sale (POS) Terminal
POS terminals benefit from the MCF52231CAL60's Ethernet connectivity for payment authorization and UARTs for receipt printers, barcode scanners, and customer displays. The 128 KB Flash supports embedded SSL/TLS libraries for encrypted payment flows, and the 4-channel DMA offloads network buffering. The 12-bit ADC supports battery or supply voltage monitoring on portable terminals. For PCI-compliant designs, add external secure elements and route the integrated EPHY traces carefully to minimize EMI emissions.
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Networked Sensor Hub
The MCF52231CAL60 serves as a sensor hub aggregating data from SPI and I2C sensors and publishing over Ethernet. The two SPI/QSPI interfaces connect to high-speed sensors such as accelerometers or flow meters, while the two I2C ports handle lower-speed environmental sensors. The 8-channel 12-bit ADC reads analog sensors directly. The integrated FEC+EPHY publishes aggregated data over Modbus/TCP or MQTT. The 16 KB SRAM buffers transient data bursts; careful stack sizing is required for Ethernet plus TLS workloads.
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Embedded Web Server / IoT Gateway
With integrated Ethernet MAC+PHY, 60 MIPS ColdFire V2 core, and 128 KB Flash, the MCF52231CAL60 can host an embedded HTTP server with REST or CoAP endpoints for IoT gateway applications. The three UARTs bridge to downstream Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or sub-GHz radio modules, and the QSPI interfaces connect to external Flash for asset data. The CAN module supports industrial sensor side-channels. Design considerations include separating the 3.3 V analog and digital supplies near the EPHY block and placing a 100-ohm termination across the differential pairs within 25 mm of the IC.
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Comparación con alternativas
| Parámetro | Este producto | MCF52233CAL60 | MCF52234CAL60 | MCF52235CAL60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 112-LQFP (20x20 mm) | 112-LQFP (20x20 mm) - same | 112-LQFP (20x20 mm) - same | 112-LQFP (20x20 mm) - same |
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Core | ColdFire V2 (32-bit RISC) | ColdFire V2 | ColdFire V2 | ColdFire V2 |
| Clock Frequency | 60 MHz | 60 MHz | 60 MHz | 60 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 128 KB | 128 KB | 128 KB | 128 KB |
| Ethernet | FEC + integrated EPHY | FEC + integrated EPHY | FEC + integrated EPHY | FEC + integrated EPHY |
| CAN Module | Yes (1x CAN 2.0A/B) | Yes | Yes (1x CAN 2.0A/B) | Yes (1x CAN 2.0A/B) |
| Cryptographic Acceleration | No | No | No | Yes |
Diferenciadores clave
- Integrated Ethernet MAC + PHY in a 32-bit MCU (frente a MCF52235CVM60)
- Pin-to-pin compatible within the MCF5223x 112-LQFP family (frente a MCF52235CVM60)
- 128 KB Flash + ColdFire V2 at 60 MIPS (frente a MCF52223CAF80)
Notas de diseño
Route the EPHY differential pairs (TPTXP/TPTXN, TPRXP/TPRXN) with 100-ohm differential impedance on a 4-layer PCB. Keep trace length under 25 mm, place the 100-ohm termination resistor within 4 mm of the IC pins, and isolate the analog PHY ground (EPHY_GND) from the digital ground using a ferrite bead or 0-ohm link. Reference the MCF52235 datasheet section on PHY layout guidelines. Decouple VDD_PHY with a 10 uF tantalum plus 100 nF ceramic, and each VDD pin with its own 100 nF ceramic.
The MCF52231CAL60 is NRND per the NXP product page. New designs should not use this part. For new designs, evaluate the MCF52235CAL60 (pin-compatible upgrade with cryptographic acceleration) or migrate to the Kinetis KE1xF family for an active ARM Cortex-M0+ alternative. Existing designs should request a last-time-buy quote if volume projections extend beyond the NRND horizon.
Power the MCF52231CAL60 from a clean 3.3 V regulated supply capable of delivering at least 200 mA peak during active Ethernet operation. Use a ferrite-bead-isolated analog 3.3 V rail for the EPHY block and a separate digital 3.3 V rail for the core logic. Place a 10 uF bulk capacitor plus 100 nF decoupling on every VDD pin pair, and keep the ground return path tight to minimize switching noise coupling into the analog PHY.
Información de cumplimiento
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