MC9S08AW16VFGE - 16KB 8-Bit 40MHz MCU | NXP | 44-LQFP
MPN: MC9S08AW16VFGE ✗ End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $3.7935 | $3.79 |
| 10 | $3.65 | $36.50 |
| 100 | $3.25 | $325.00 |
| 500 | $2.95 | $1,475.00 |
| 1,000 | $2.7 | $2,700.00 |
MC9S08AW16VFGE Overview
A microcontroller is a programmable semiconductor that integrates a CPU core, memory, and peripherals into one device. The S08 architecture belongs to the 8-bit MCU hierarchy and is intended for embedded control systems. MC9S08AW16VFGE is suited to products that need deterministic control, low-cost integration, and a compact surface-mount implementation rather than the processing capacity of a high-end application processor.
The verified source material identifies the part as an 8-bit MCU with an S08 core, 16 KB Flash, 40 MHz operation, 3.3 V/5 V support, and a 44-pin QFP package. The family also contains MC9S08AW60, MC9S08AW48, and MC9S08AW32 members, allowing product families to share the S08 core and similar embedded-control concepts while using different memory capacities. Industrial and Automotive family support should be evaluated against the exact ordering variant and qualification requirements.
Typical designs place the MCU beside a regulator, oscillator or clock circuitry, memory interfaces, sensor inputs, and output drivers. Firmware performs acquisition, control sequencing, communication, and fault handling through the MCU peripherals. At 40 MHz, the device provides more timing headroom than slower general-purpose 8-bit controllers, while the 16 KB Flash footprint constrains firmware and bootloader size.
Designers should verify voltage limits, pin multiplexing, peripheral availability, oscillator requirements, programming connections, and reset behavior against the manufacturer datasheet before layout release. The NRND lifecycle status means production planning should include confirmation of availability, last-time-buy considerations, and an approved migration or redesign plan.
This product page combines the verified NXP family data, distributor specifications, pricing availability, and practical replacement guidance. MC9S08AW16VFGE is a surface-mount 8-bit MCU for embedded-control designs where the S08 core, 16 KB Flash, 40 MHz rating, and 44-pin QFP package align with the target application.
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View Datasheet →MC9S08AW16VFGE Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Product Type | 8-bit microcontroller (MCU) |
| CPU Core | Enhanced S08 HCS08 core |
| Flash Memory | 16 KB |
| Maximum Clock Frequency | 40 MHz |
| Supply Voltage | 3.3 V / 5 V |
| Package | 44-pin LQFP |
| Terminal Count | 44 |
| Package Code | QFP |
| Mounting Type | Surface mount |
| Terminal Form | Gull wing |
| Temperature Grade | Industrial |
| Lifecycle Status | NRND |
| Memory Type | Flash |
| Processor Architecture | 8-bit |
| Core Family | HCS08 / S08 |
| Application Support | Industrial and Automotive |
| Pricing Status | LCSC listed from $3.7935 as of 2026-10-21 |
MC9S08AW16VFGE qfp Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for MC9S08AW16VFGE (qfp package). This digital IC includes GPIO, communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C), and power pins. Refer to the manufacturer datasheet for alternate pin functions and configuration options. Essential for embedded system design and PCB layout.
No detailed pinout data available for MC9S08AW16VFGE.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
MC9S08AW16VFGE is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Motor and Relay Control, Automotive Body Control Module, Appliance Control Board, Sensor Interface and Data Logger, Communication Gateway, Battery-Powered Instrumentation.
Industrial Motor and Relay Control
The MC9S08AW16VFGE is a fit for compact industrial control boards that sequence relays, monitor digital inputs, and implement timing-based control logic. Its 40 MHz S08 core provides timing headroom for debouncing, state machines, and deterministic actuator commands, while 16 KB Flash constrains the application program to a focused control role. The 44-pin LQFP package exposes enough package pins for a practical mix of I/O, clock, reset, debug, and power connections, but the exact peripheral allocation must be checked in the datasheet. Because the part is NRND, production designs should include lifecycle monitoring and a firmware-compatible replacement assessment.
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Automotive Body Control Module
MC9S08AW16VFGE can be evaluated for low-cost body-control functions such as switch monitoring, lamp control, actuator sequencing, and diagnostic logic. The verified S08AW family information specifically identifies Industrial and Automotive industry support, while the device rating includes 16 KB Flash and a 40 MHz clock. A production automotive design must still verify the exact qualification status, temperature grade, electrical limits, ESD requirements, and diagnostic coverage against the ordering information. The NRND lifecycle status is especially important because automotive programs may require long sourcing visibility and a controlled migration path.
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Appliance Control Board
The MC9S08AW16VFGE is suitable for a compact appliance controller that combines user inputs, sensor readings, motor or heater sequencing, and fault handling. A 40 MHz MCU rating supports responsive control-loop execution, and 16 KB Flash is useful for a focused appliance firmware image. The device should be paired with the appropriate power regulation, input protection, sensor interface, and power-switching components. Designers should use the manufacturer's pin and peripheral tables before assigning signals because the verified data identifies the package but does not provide the complete pin map in the supplied material.
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Sensor Interface and Data Logger
MC9S08AW16VFGE can provide a low-cost control and logging hub for sensors that produce digital or simple analog-derived status information. The 8-bit S08 core can handle sampling schedules, filtering, event storage, communication framing, and host-control logic. Its 40 MHz clock rating gives designers margin for interrupt-driven acquisition and protocol servicing, although actual timer and communication performance depends on the configured peripherals and clock tree. The 16 KB Flash limit should be checked against protocol tables, diagnostics, bootloader requirements, and application firmware before committing to the device.
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Communication Gateway
The MC9S08AW16VFGE is a candidate for a small protocol gateway that translates between a local serial interface and embedded control functions. The 40 MHz S08 MCU can service interrupts and framing logic, while 16 KB Flash holds a constrained protocol stack or bootloader. Practical implementation depends on the selected UART, SPI, or other interface availability, which is not enumerated in the supplied verified snippets. Validate buffer sizing, timing, pin multiplexing, clock configuration, and firmware portability. For production, the NRND state requires confirming whether the same gateway should target a current S08AW or another MCU family.
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Battery-Powered Instrumentation
MC9S08AW16VFGE can be used in a low-power instrumentation front end where the MCU handles local measurement control, status LEDs, logging, and communications while an external sensor performs the precision measurement. The 3.3 V/5 V support identified in the verified distributor listing helps align the device with common embedded rails, while the 40 MHz rating supports responsive control and interrupt handling. Low-power behavior still depends on the exact clock, peripheral, sleep-mode, and current-consumption specifications, which require datasheet confirmation. NRND status should be incorporated into the product roadmap and battery-life validation.
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Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | MC9S08AW16CFGE | MC9S08AW32CFUE | MC9S08AC16CFGE | S9S08AW16AE0CLD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
Key Differentiators
- Verified 16 KB Flash configuration in the S08AW family (vs MC9S08AW32CFUE)
- Explicit 40 MHz verified frequency rating (vs S9S08AW16AE0CLD)
- Industrial temperature-grade listing (vs MC9S08AW16CFGE)
- NRND lifecycle visibility for sourcing planning (vs MC9S08AW16CFGE)
Design Notes
Verify the exact supply-voltage limits and I/O-level tolerances in the NXP datasheet before designing the regulator. The verified distributor information confirms 3.3 V/5 V support, but it does not provide the complete electrical limit table. Separate analog, digital, and any external-interface rails where required, place bulk capacitance near the supply entry, and validate startup, reset, and brownout behavior across the full system power sequence.
Use the 44-pin QFP package drawing and official pin table as the layout authority. Place decoupling capacitors close to the MCU supply pins, keep clock and reset traces short, and route high-current or switching-node copper away from sensitive inputs. Confirm exposed-pad requirements, solder mask, pin-1 orientation, and assembly tolerances with the package drawing rather than inferring dimensions from a generic QFP footprint.
Do not treat same-family naming as proof of drop-in compatibility. MC9S08AW16CFGE and other S08AW-related candidates require pin-by-pin review because package suffix changes can alter pin multiplexing, memory configuration, temperature grade, or qualification. Check reset, oscillator, debug/programming pins, alternate functions, supply pins, and unused-pin requirements before releasing a replacement schematic.
Budget the 16 KB Flash allocation before selecting the MCU for a connected or safety-adjacent design. Account for application code, interrupt vectors, bootloader, calibration values, protocol tables, and update margin. The 40 MHz clock rating can improve timing margin, but firmware must still be tested against the actual clock tree, peripheral limits, and power modes documented by NXP.
Compliance Information
The verified NXP family page states that MC9S08AW devices support Industrial and Automotive applications, but the supplied data does not explicitly state RoHS, REACH, AEC-Q100, lead-free, halogen-free, or conflict-minerals status for this exact ordering variant.
