MC9S08DZ16CLC - 8-bit 40MHz S08DZ CAN MCU, 16KB Flash | NXP
MPN: MC9S08DZ16CLC ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $5.45 | $5.45 |
| 10 | $4.92 | $49.20 |
| 100 | $4.35 | $435.00 |
| 500 | $3.78 | $1,890.00 |
| 1,000 | $3.32 | $3,320.00 |
MC9S08DZ16CLC Overview
An 8-bit microcontroller (MCU) is a programmable processor that executes one byte per instruction cycle, built on a Harvard or Von Neumann architecture. The HCS08 family, of which the S08DZ series is a member, sits in the taxonomy: HCS08 -> S08 -> 8-bit MCU -> microcontroller -> embedded processor -> semiconductor. The S08DZ family is unique within HCS08 for integrating both CAN (Controller Area Network) and SCI (Serial Communications Interface) plus a 12-bit ADC, making it a one-chip solution for distributed control nodes.
Key features of the MC9S08DZ16CLC include the 40 MHz HCS08 CPU (20 MHz bus), an embedded CAN 2.0A/B controller, a 12-bit ADC with up to 24 channels and 2.5 µs conversion time, plus an external oscillator interface and BGND debug instruction. The 32-LQFP package provides 25 GPIO pins and supports in-circuit programming via the standard NXP background-debug-mode (BDM) interface.
Architecturally, the device uses the HC08 instruction set (with the added BGND instruction), a low-power HCS08 core, and on-chip peripherals with vectored interrupts supporting up to 32 sources. Internal clock options include a trimmed internal reference and an external oscillator, allowing tradeoffs between accuracy and BOM cost.
Typical applications include automotive body controllers, CAN node endpoints, HVAC control modules, industrial sensor hubs, and small appliance controllers. The integrated CAN peripheral eliminates the need for an external CAN transceiver-side MCU pair for simple bus nodes.
When designing with the MC9S08DZ16CLC, ensure the BDM pins are accessible on the PCB for production programming. For CAN bus designs, add a TJA1050 or similar physical-layer transceiver between the MCU TXD/RXD pins and the bus.
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Drop-in alternatives for MC9S08DZ16CLC — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
Variants in this series
Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with MC9S08DZ16CLC (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Instruction Set, RAM Size.
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MC9S08DZ32CLC
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MC9S08DZ60CLC
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MC9S08DZ16CLC Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | HCS08 (8-bit) |
| CPU Frequency | 40 MHz (20 MHz bus) |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 16 KB (16K x 8) |
| RAM Size | 1 KB (1024 x 8) |
| Package / Case | 32-LQFP (7x7 mm) |
| Number of I/O | 25 |
| Supply Voltage | 3.3 V / 5 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40 C to +85 C (industrial) |
| ADC | 24-channel, 12-bit, 2.5 us conversion |
| Communication Interfaces | CAN 2.0A/B, SCI (UART), SPI, I2C |
| Oscillator Type | External |
| Instruction Set | HC08 with BGND |
| Interrupt Sources | Up to 32 |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Lead-Free / RoHS | Yes (per NXP product page) |
MC9S08DZ16CLC Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | PTD0/TXD — GPIO / SCI transmit |
| Pin 2 | PTD1/RXD — GPIO / SCI receive |
| Pin 3 | PTA0 — GPIO / ADC channel |
| Pin 4 | PTA1 — GPIO / ADC channel |
| Pin 5 | PTA2 — GPIO / ADC channel |
| Pin 6 | PTA3 — GPIO / ADC channel |
| Pin 7 | VDD — Power supply input |
| Pin 8 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 9 | PTA4 — GPIO / ADC channel |
| Pin 10 | PTA5 — GPIO / ADC channel |
| Pin 11 | PTA6 — GPIO / ADC channel |
| Pin 12 | PTA7 — GPIO / ADC channel |
| Pin 13 | PTB0 — GPIO |
| Pin 14 | PTB1 — GPIO |
| Pin 15 | PTB2 — GPIO |
| Pin 16 | PTB3 — GPIO |
| Pin 17 | PTB4 — GPIO |
| Pin 18 | PTB5 — GPIO |
| Pin 19 | PTB6 — GPIO |
| Pin 20 | PTB7 — GPIO |
| Pin 21 | PTC0 — GPIO |
| Pin 22 | PTC1 — GPIO |
| Pin 23 | PTC2 — GPIO |
| Pin 24 | PTC3 — GPIO |
| Pin 25 | PTC4 — GPIO |
| Pin 26 | BKGD/MS — Background Debug Mode / Mode Select |
| Pin 27 | TXCAN — CAN transmit |
| Pin 28 | RXCAN — CAN receive |
| Pin 29 | PTC5 — GPIO |
| Pin 30 | PTC6 — GPIO |
| Pin 31 | RESET — Reset input, active low |
| Pin 32 | EXTAL/XOSC — External oscillator input |
Typical Applications
MC9S08DZ16CLC is suitable for 6 applications: Automotive Body Control Module, CAN Bus Sensor Node, HVAC Climate Control Module, Industrial Appliance Controller, Battery-Management Slave Board, Smart Agriculture Sensor Hub.
Automotive Body Control Module
The MC9S08DZ16CLC is purpose-built for automotive body-control nodes such as seat controllers, mirror modules, and lighting drivers. Its integrated CAN 2.0A/B controller removes the need for an external protocol ASIC, and the 24-channel 12-bit ADC reads multiple position sensors and switches in real time. With 40 MHz CPU speed and 16 KB flash, the MCU can run a small CANopen or J1939 stack while leaving headroom for application logic. The 32-LQFP package is small enough for behind-the-panel mounting inside door cavities.
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CAN Bus Sensor Node
In distributed industrial sensor networks the MC9S08DZ16CLC serves as a low-cost CAN endpoint that aggregates analog and digital sensor data and broadcasts it over a 500 kbit/s CAN bus. The on-chip 12-bit ADC with 24 channels supports thermocouple, pressure, and flow sensors without external signal conditioning. Hardware CAN filtering offloads message acceptance from the CPU, and the HCS08 core at 40 MHz has ample bandwidth to handle 100 messages per second while maintaining <1 ms loop time.
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HVAC Climate Control Module
The MC9S08DZ16CLC is a strong fit for residential and automotive HVAC control boards that need to read temperature, humidity, and pressure sensors and drive relays or BLDC motors. The integrated 12-bit ADC captures multiple analog channels simultaneously through its sequential scan mode, while PWM outputs drive actuator controls. CAN connectivity lets the module participate in a whole-home or whole-vehicle automation network. Wide 3.3 V to 5 V tolerance simplifies power supply design for both battery and mains-fed systems.
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Industrial Appliance Controller
For small industrial appliances - coffee machines, vending dispensers, washing machine control boards - the MC9S08DZ16CLC delivers enough compute for user-interface handling, sensor scanning, and motor control. The 16 KB flash stores the operating state machine and a small LCD driver, and the 1 KB RAM supports keypad debounce, display buffers, and protocol stacks. The HC08-compatible toolchain (CodeWarrior, MCUez) provides proven compiler and debugger support for production programming.
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Battery-Management Slave Board
In multi-cell battery packs the MC9S08DZ16CLC operates as a slave monitoring node that reads per-cell voltages and temperatures and reports them over CAN to a master BMS controller. The 24-channel 12-bit ADC handles up to 12 cells when configured with an external multiplexer, and the integrated CAN interface eliminates the need for a separate isolated data link. Low power consumption from the HCS08 core allows continuous monitoring with minimal pack-current drain.
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Smart Agriculture Sensor Hub
For remote agricultural deployments the MC9S08DZ16CLC functions as a low-power CAN-connected sensor hub reading soil moisture, pH, ambient temperature, and light. Its wide operating temperature range of -40 C to +85 C survives outdoor enclosures, and the CAN bus supports daisy-chained mesh topologies with hundreds of meters of cable. The 16 KB flash stores local averaging and threshold logic so the hub continues operating when the master link is intermittent.
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Engineering reference data for MC9S08DZ16CLC — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | MC9S08DZ32CLC | MC9S08DZ16CLD | MC9S08DZ48CLC | MC9S08DZ60CLC | MC9S08DZ32ACLC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 32-LQFP (7x7 mm) | 32-LQFP (7x7 mm) - same | 32-LQFP (7x7 mm) - same | 32-LQFP (7x7 mm) - same | 32-LQFP (7x7 mm) - same | 32-LQFP (7x7 mm) - same |
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Flash Memory | 16 KB | 32 KB | 16 KB | 48 KB | 60 KB | 32 KB |
| RAM Size | 1 KB | 2 KB | 1 KB | 2 KB | 2 KB | 2 KB |
| CPU Frequency | 40 MHz | 40 MHz | 40 MHz | 40 MHz | 40 MHz | 40 MHz |
| CAN Controller | Yes (CAN 2.0A/B) | Yes (CAN 2.0A/B) | Yes (CAN 2.0A/B) | Yes (CAN 2.0A/B) | Yes (CAN 2.0A/B) | Yes (CAN 2.0A/B) |
| ADC Resolution | 12-bit | 12-bit | 12-bit | 12-bit | 12-bit | 12-bit |
| GPIO Count | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 |
| Operating Voltage | 3.3 V / 5 V | 3.3 V / 5 V | 3.3 V / 5 V | 3.3 V / 5 V | 3.3 V / 5 V | 3.3 V / 5 V |
| Unit Price (qty 100) | $4.35 | $5.10 | $4.35 | $5.85 | $6.40 | $5.40 |
Key Differentiators
- Integrated CAN 2.0A/B controller in 32-LQFP (vs MC9S08JM60CLD)
- 16 KB flash with 12-bit 24-channel ADC (vs MC9S08DZ32CLC)
- Wide 3.3 V to 5 V single-supply operation (vs MC9S08DZ48CLC)
Design Notes
Place a 100 nF decoupling capacitor as close as possible to each VDD pin (pin 7 on the 32-LQFP) and a single 10 uF bulk capacitor near the package. The internal HCS08 voltage regulator draws brief high-current pulses during flash programming - inadequate bulk capacitance will cause programming failures. For battery-powered applications, route the BKGD/MS pin through a resistor to allow clean reset signaling.
Route the CAN TXD/RXD traces as a differential pair with 100 ohm impedance and keep them short and symmetric to minimize reflection. Place the external CAN transceiver (such as TJA1050) within 50 mm of the MCU pins. Use a ground plane on the layer immediately below the MCU to provide a low-impedance return path for high-frequency digital signals.
Do not leave the RESET pin floating - it requires a 10 kohm pull-up to VDD for normal operation. The external oscillator (EXTAL/XOSC) pin must use a crystal or external clock source matching the configured range; leaving it disconnected will prevent the CPU from running. For in-circuit programming, expose the BKGD/MS pin on a test pad or header - production programming through this pin is significantly faster than bootloader methods.
Compliance Information
Industrial temperature grade only. For AEC-Q100 automotive applications, use the MC9S08DZ32ACLC variant. RoHS and lead-free compliance per NXP product page.