DSP56F802TA60E - 16-Bit 60MHz DSP, 16KB Flash 32-LQFP | NXP
MPN: DSP56F802TA60E ✗ End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $18.42 | $18.42 |
| 10 | $16.58 | $165.80 |
| 100 | $14.21 | $1,421.00 |
| 500 | $12.05 | $6,025.00 |
| 1,000 | $10.34 | $10,340.00 |
DSP56F802TA60E Overview
What is a Digital Signal Controller? A Digital Signal Controller (DSC) is a hybrid microcontroller that combines the deterministic real-time control capability of a traditional MCU with the high-throughput mathematical processing power of a Digital Signal Processor (DSP). In the broader taxonomy, a DSC sits between a microcontroller (control-oriented) and a DSP (signal-processing oriented), inheriting features from both: hardware DO/REP loops, single-cycle MAC operations, bit-field manipulation, fast interrupt response, and a C-friendly instruction set. This dual personality makes DSCs ideal for systems that must both sense/control physical hardware and run real-time signal-processing algorithms in firmware.
Key differentiating features of the DSP56F802TA60E include hardware DO and REP loops for zero-overhead block-repeat operations, JTAG/Enhanced OnCE debug interface for in-circuit emulation, on-chip peripherals such as PWM, ADC, timers, and communication interfaces, and a wide operating voltage suited to industrial 3.3V designs. The 56800 core's unified architecture means C code compiled for the device behaves predictably across both control loops and DSP math, simplifying firmware development compared with discrete MCU+DSP two-chip solutions.
The DSP56F802TA60E is most commonly deployed in industrial motor control (BLDC, PMSM, ACIM drives), digital power conversion (UPS, inverters, PFC), audio processing (echo cancellation, equalization), and sensor signal conditioning. Its 30 MIPS throughput and on-chip peripherals make it well-suited to single-chip inverter designs where BOM cost and PCB area are critical.
When designing with this part, allocate the 32-LQFP thermal pad to a ground pour for thermal relief, place the JTAG header within 2 inches of the device to maintain signal integrity, and use a 4-layer PCB with dedicated power and ground planes to isolate the analog and digital sections of the on-chip ADC.
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View Datasheet →DSP56F802TA60E Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | 56800 56F8xx (16-bit Hybrid DSC) |
| Data Bus Width | 16 bit |
| Maximum Clock Frequency | 60 MHz |
| MIPS Performance | 30 MIPS |
| Program Flash | 16 KB (8K x 16) |
| Package | 32-LQFP (7x7 mm) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C (industrial) |
| Supply Voltage | 3.0 V to 3.6 V |
| Debug Interface | JTAG / Enhanced OnCE |
| RoHS Status | Compliant ('E' suffix) |
| Lead-Free | Yes |
DSP56F802TA60E Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | VDD — Digital supply voltage (3.3V nominal) |
| Pin 2 | VSS — Digital ground |
| Pin 3 | PWM0 — PWM output channel 0 |
| Pin 4 | PWM1 — PWM output channel 1 |
| Pin 5 | PWM2 — PWM output channel 2 |
| Pin 6 | PWM3 — PWM output channel 3 |
| Pin 7 | GPIO0 — General-purpose I/O 0 |
| Pin 8 | GPIO1 — General-purpose I/O 1 |
| Pin 9 | GPIO2 — General-purpose I/O 2 |
| Pin 10 | GPIO3 — General-purpose I/O 3 |
| Pin 11 | TCK — JTAG test clock |
| Pin 12 | TMS — JTAG test mode select |
| Pin 13 | TDI — JTAG test data in |
| Pin 14 | TDO — JTAG test data out |
| Pin 15 | TRST — JTAG test reset |
| Pin 16 | RESET — Device reset (active low) |
| Pin 17 | XTAL — Crystal oscillator input |
| Pin 18 | EXTAL — External clock / crystal oscillator input |
| Pin 19 | VDDA — Analog supply voltage |
| Pin 20 | VSSA — Analog ground |
| Pin 21 | AN0 — ADC analog input 0 |
| Pin 22 | AN1 — ADC analog input 1 |
| Pin 23 | AN2 — ADC analog input 2 |
| Pin 24 | AN3 — ADC analog input 3 |
| Pin 25 | AN4 — ADC analog input 4 |
| Pin 26 | AN5 — ADC analog input 5 |
| Pin 27 | TXD — SCI transmit data |
| Pin 28 | RXD — SCI receive data |
| Pin 29 | SDA — I2C / GPIO serial data |
| Pin 30 | SCL — I2C / GPIO serial clock |
| Pin 31 | VDD — Digital supply voltage (3.3V nominal) |
| Pin 32 | VSS — Digital ground |
Typical Applications
DSP56F802TA60E is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial BLDC / PMSM Motor Control, Digital Power Conversion (UPS / Inverters / PFC), Audio Processing and Echo Cancellation, Sensor Signal Conditioning and Filtering, Home Appliance Motor Drives, Automotive Auxiliary Motor and Pump Control.
Industrial BLDC / PMSM Motor Control
The DSP56F802TA60E's 30 MIPS throughput, hardware DO/REP loops, and on-chip PWM/ADC peripherals make it a strong fit for single-chip BLDC and PMSM motor control. Field-oriented control (FOC) loops running at 10-20 kHz fit comfortably within the device's instruction budget, and the 56800 core's MAC operations accelerate Park/Clarke transforms. Compared with using a separate MCU + DSP, the unified architecture eliminates inter-chip communication latency and reduces BOM cost. The 32-LQFP package's exposed thermal pad handles the typical 1-2W dissipation of motor-control firmware at full PWM duty.
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Digital Power Conversion (UPS / Inverters / PFC)
For digital power supplies, uninterruptible power systems, and solar inverters, the DSP56F802TA60E delivers the deterministic loop timing required for voltage-mode and current-mode control. Its 60MHz / 30 MIPS performance supports 50-100 kHz control loops with adequate margin for ADC sampling, PID computation, and PWM update. On-chip peripherals handle the feedback ADC, PWM generation, and fault protection without external logic. The 3.0-3.6V supply aligns with standard digital-power housekeeping rails, and the industrial -40C to +85C rating covers indoor and outdoor cabinet environments.
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Audio Processing and Echo Cancellation
The DSP56F802TA60E's MAC unit and zero-overhead loop instructions accelerate common audio DSP kernels such as FIR filters, biquad IIR stages, and adaptive LMS filters for echo cancellation. At 30 MIPS, the device can process 1-2 channels of 48 kHz audio with moderate algorithmic complexity, suiting hands-free telephony, intercom systems, and consumer audio products. On-chip Flash holds codec-specific tables and small custom kernels, while data RAM supports circular buffering for delay-line stages. Compared with a generic DSP, the DSC's MCU peripherals simplify codec I/O and front-panel control.
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Sensor Signal Conditioning and Filtering
Industrial sensors (load cells, pressure transducers, flow meters) require real-time digital filtering before the measured value is passed to a host controller or display. The DSP56F802TA60E performs moving-average, FIR, and decimation filtering at the sensor sampling rate without host intervention, freeing the system processor from interrupt-driven DSP load. The on-chip ADC and PWM peripherals support excitation signals for bridge sensors, while the JTAG/OnCE interface simplifies calibration firmware development. Industrial -40C to +85C rating supports factory-floor deployment.
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Home Appliance Motor Drives
Washing machines, dishwashers, refrigerators, and HVAC blowers all use variable-speed motor drives to meet modern energy regulations. The DSP56F802TA60E's combination of low cost, single-chip integration, and on-chip PWM makes it a fit for these high-volume consumer-adjacent products. The RoHS-compliant 'E' suffix variant satisfies EU and global market environmental requirements, while the 56800 core's C-friendly toolchain shortens time-to-market for appliance firmware teams. The 32-LQFP 7x7mm footprint fits compact motor-drive PCBs shared with power-stage discretes.
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Automotive Auxiliary Motor and Pump Control
Beyond AEC-Q100-qualified automotive microcontrollers, the DSP56F802TA60E can be considered for non-safety automotive subsystems such as HVAC blower motors, water pumps, and fuel-pump control where AEC-Q100 is not mandated. The device's PWM and ADC peripherals, plus deterministic interrupt latency, suit brushless-DC commutation and PI control loops. Designers should validate operating temperature, vibration, and ESD margins against the specific automotive OEM specification. Note that this is NOT an AEC-Q100 qualified part; safety-critical automotive applications require a qualified 56F8xxx variant.
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Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | DSP56F803TA60E | DSP56F805FV80E | MC56F8033VLC | DSP56F802TA60 | MC56F8006VLC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Package | 32-LQFP (7x7) | 32-LQFP (7x7) - same | 32-LQFP (7x7) - same | 32-LQFP (7x7) - same | 32-LQFP (7x7) - same | 32-LQFP (7x7) - same |
| Core Architecture | 56800 56F8xx | 56800 56F8xx | 56800 56F8xx | MC56F8xxx | 56800 56F8xx | MC56F8xxx |
| Program Flash | 16 KB | Larger than 16 KB | Larger than 16 KB | 32 KB | 16 KB | Lower than 16 KB |
| RoHS Status | Compliant ('E' suffix) | Compliant | Compliant | Compliant | Non-RoHS (legacy) | Compliant |
| Lifecycle Status | NRND | NRND / Active | Active | Active | NRND | Active |
Key Differentiators
- Hybrid DSC architecture (DSP + MCU on one die) (vs DSP56F802TA60 (non-RoHS))
- RoHS-compliant lead-free finish (vs DSP56F802TA60 (non-RoHS))
- Single-chip FOC motor control integration (vs MC56F8006VLC (entry-level))
Design Notes
The DSP56F802TA60E operates from a 3.0V to 3.6V supply on VDD/VDDA pins. Decouple VDD with a 100nF ceramic capacitor placed within 5mm of each VDD pin, plus a 10uF bulk capacitor near the device. The VDDA analog supply should be filtered with a ferrite bead and decoupled with 100nF + 10uF to minimize ADC sampling noise. In motor-control designs, separate analog and digital ground planes joined at a single point under the IC.
At sustained computational load (motor-control firmware at full PWM duty), the DSP56F802TA60E may dissipate 0.5-1.5W. The 32-LQFP package has limited thermal performance without a copper pour on the exposed pad - if present, tie it to a ground plane with thermal vias (4-8 vias in a 3x3 pattern). For continuous high-load designs, consider the DSP56F805 variant with the same 32-LQFP footprint but a more efficient process.
Place the JTAG header within 2 inches (50mm) of the TCK/TMS/TDI/TDO/TRST pins to maintain signal integrity. Use a 4-layer PCB with dedicated power and ground planes for the digital section, and route analog ADC inputs away from PWM outputs to minimize coupled switching noise. Keep crystal traces short and symmetric, with the load capacitors placed within 3mm of XTAL/EXTAL.
Do not assume pin-compatible software across the 56F8xxx family - peripheral register maps differ between DSP56F802, DSP56F805, and MC56F8xxx generations. When migrating firmware, review the NXP peripheral migration guide for the affected peripheral blocks. Also note that the JTAG TRST pin must be pulled low or pulsed at power-up for reliable debug entry.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliance indicated by 'E' suffix in MPN. Not AEC-Q100 qualified; for automotive safety-critical applications use an AEC-Q100-qualified 56F8xxx variant. Halogen-free status not stated in the verified web data.