MC9S08GT16AMFCE - 40MHz 8-bit S08 MCU 16KB Flash | NXP Semiconductors
MPN: MC9S08GT16AMFCE ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $4.32 | $4.32 |
| 10 | $3.86 | $38.60 |
| 100 | $3.21 | $321.00 |
| 500 | $2.74 | $1,370.00 |
| 1,000 | $2.39 | $2,390.00 |
| 2,500 | $2.05 | $5,125.00 |
MC9S08GT16AMFCE Overview
An 8-bit microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer that integrates a CPU, program memory (Flash/ROM), data memory (RAM), and peripherals on one silicon die. The 8-bit data path makes MCUs of this class well suited to bit-level control, sensor I/O, and protocol bridging tasks where higher-end 32-bit cores would be wasteful. The S08 is NXP's enhanced 8-bit HCS08 architecture succeeding the legacy HC08 and adding a background debug mode (BDM) and improved instruction set.
Key features of the MC9S08GT16AMFCE include 16 KB Flash program memory, 2 KB RAM, a 10-bit ADC, up to 24 general-purpose I/O pins, and serial connectivity through I2C, SCI (UART), and SPI. Integrated peripherals include low-voltage detect (LVD), power-on reset (POR), multiple PWM channels, and a watchdog timer (WDT). The MCU operates from 1.8 V to 3.6 V across an automotive temperature range of -40C to +125C, and is qualified to AEC-Q100 for in-vehicle use.
Architecturally, the S08 core executes most instructions in one bus cycle and supports a BDM interface for non-intrusive debug. The 40 MHz bus clock yields roughly 20 MIPS at 5 V operation, which is enough for sensor-fusion pre-processing, motor-control loop execution, and LIN node stacks. The 32-pin HVQFN footprint keeps the part usable in compact modules such as seat controllers, BCM satellite nodes, and HVAC flap drivers.
Typical applications include automotive body electronics (door modules, mirror control, RKE receivers), LIN slave nodes, industrial sensor interfaces, white-goods motor control, and low-cost user-interface boards. The integrated 10-bit ADC simplifies analog front-end designs, while the multiple PWM channels handle brushed DC motor or LED dimming tasks.
When designing with the MC9S08GT16AMFCE, ensure decoupling is placed within 5 mm of the supply pins and that the RESET pin is pulled high through 10 kohm for clean power-on behavior. The BDM interface is required for in-circuit programming and debug; leave access to BKGD and DEBUG pins on production boards to ease field updates.
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Variants in this series
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MC9S08GT16AMFCE Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Processor | S08 (HCS08) |
| Core Size | 8-bit |
| Maximum Clock Frequency | 40 MHz |
| Program Memory Size | 16 KB (16K x 8) Flash |
| RAM Size | 2 KB (2K x 8) |
| EEPROM Size | None |
| Number of I/O Pins | 24 |
| Package | 32-HVQFN (5x5 mm), No-Lead |
| Mounting Style | SMD/SMT |
| Operating Supply Voltage | 1.8 V to 3.6 V |
| ADC Resolution | 10-bit |
| Connectivity | I2C, SCI (UART), SPI |
| Peripherals | LVD, POR, PWM, WDT |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40C to +125C (Automotive Grade) |
| Temperature Grade | Automotive |
| Lead-Free / RoHS | Yes (compliant per part marking) |
| Terminal Form | No Lead |
| Package Code | HVQCCN |
MC9S08GT16AMFCE Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | PTD0/TPM1CH0 — General I/O / Timer/PWM Channel 0 |
| Pin 2 | PTD1/TPM1CH1 — General I/O / Timer/PWM Channel 1 |
| Pin 3 | PTD2/TPM1CH2 — General I/O / Timer/PWM Channel 2 |
| Pin 4 | PTD3/TPM1CH3 — General I/O / Timer/PWM Channel 3 |
| Pin 5 | PTD4/TPM1CH4 — General I/O / Timer/PWM Channel 4 |
| Pin 6 | PTD5/TPM1CH5 — General I/O / Timer/PWM Channel 5 |
| Pin 7 | VDD — Power supply (1.8 V to 3.6 V) |
| Pin 8 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 9 | PTA0 — General-purpose I/O (Port A bit 0) |
| Pin 10 | PTA1 — General-purpose I/O (Port A bit 1) |
| Pin 11 | PTA2 — General-purpose I/O (Port A bit 2) |
| Pin 12 | PTA3 — General-purpose I/O (Port A bit 3) |
| Pin 13 | PTA4 — General-purpose I/O (Port A bit 4) |
| Pin 14 | PTA5 — General-purpose I/O (Port A bit 5) |
| Pin 15 | PTA6 — General-purpose I/O (Port A bit 6) |
| Pin 16 | PTA7 — General-purpose I/O (Port A bit 7) |
| Pin 17 | PTB0 — General-purpose I/O (Port B bit 0) |
| Pin 18 | PTB1 — General-purpose I/O (Port B bit 1) |
| Pin 19 | PTB2 — General-purpose I/O (Port B bit 2) |
| Pin 20 | PTB3 — General-purpose I/O (Port B bit 3) |
| Pin 21 | PTB4 — General-purpose I/O (Port B bit 4) |
| Pin 22 | PTB5 — General-purpose I/O (Port B bit 5) |
| Pin 23 | PTB6 — General-purpose I/O (Port B bit 6) |
| Pin 24 | PTB7 — General-purpose I/O (Port B bit 7) |
| Pin 25 | PTC0 — General-purpose I/O (Port C bit 0) |
| Pin 26 | PTC1 — General-purpose I/O (Port C bit 1) |
| Pin 27 | PTC2 — General-purpose I/O (Port C bit 2) |
| Pin 28 | PTC3 — General-purpose I/O (Port C bit 3) |
| Pin 29 | RESET — External reset input (active low) |
| Pin 30 | BKGD — Background Debug Mode input/output |
| Pin 31 | VDDA — Analog supply (tie to VDD) |
| Pin 32 | VSSA — Analog ground (tie to VSS) |
Typical Applications
MC9S08GT16AMFCE is suitable for 6 applications: Automotive Body Electronics (BCM satellite nodes, door modules), Sensor Interface Modules (temperature, pressure, position), Industrial HVAC Fan Control, White-Goods / Home Appliance Motor Control, Low-End IoT and Edge Sensor Nodes, User-Interface Boards (keypads, LED dimming, displays).
Automotive Body Electronics (BCM satellite nodes, door modules)
The MC9S08GT16AMFCE fits automotive body-electronics nodes because its 24 GPIO lines, AEC-Q100 automotive grade (-40C to +125C), and integrated PWM channels cover window/door/mirror control tasks. The 16 KB Flash is large enough for switch-scan, LED-fade, and LIN-capable firmware where the MCU is a satellite to a main body control module. Sized for compact 32-HVQFN layouts that fit inside door-trim PCBAs, this part pairs well with an external LIN transceiver such as the TJA1027 for a complete node.
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Sensor Interface Modules (temperature, pressure, position)
Industrial and automotive sensor-interface boards benefit from the MC9S08GT16AMFCE's 10-bit ADC, I2C/SPI connectivity, and 1.8-3.6 V supply range, allowing the MCU to read analog sensors and forward data over I2C or SPI to a host processor. The 40 MHz S08 core executes averaging and linearization routines with margin, while the 32-HVQFN 5x5 mm package fits inside IP65-rated transducer housings. AEC-Q100 qualification makes it suitable for chassis or powertrain sensors.
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Industrial HVAC Fan Control
The MC9S08GT16AMFCE's integrated PWM timers, watchdog, and -40C to +125C temperature tolerance make it a strong fit for HVAC fan-control boards that drive brushed DC or simple BLDC motors in low-voltage indoor blowers. Its 16 KB Flash accommodates state-machine firmware for fan speed curves, while the 32-HVQFN footprint lets designers shrink the board beneath the blower housing. The S08 core plus watchdog keeps the appliance safe under firmware faults.
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White-Goods / Home Appliance Motor Control
Washing-machine pumps, dishwasher drain pumps, and refrigerator inverter boards frequently adopt the MC9S08GT16AMFCE because its AEC-Q100 rating handles appliance environments, its PWM blocks generate motor commutation signals, and its 1.8-3.6 V supply matches 3.3 V appliance rails. The 32-HVQFN 5x5 mm package enables high-density power boards and the 16 KB Flash is enough for control laws that do not require higher-end DSPs.
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Low-End IoT and Edge Sensor Nodes
The MC9S08GT16AMFCE is a low-power entry into edge-sensor nodes where its I2C/SPI/SCI peripherals, 10-bit ADC, and small package help BOM-cost-sensitive designs. It pairs nicely with a sub-GHz radio such as a Semtech SX1276 for periodic telemetry, while operating from a single 3.3 V coin-cell-derived rail. The 16 KB Flash supports light over-the-air firmware update logic via serial bootloader for field maintenance.
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User-Interface Boards (keypads, LED dimming, displays)
Keypads, LED dimmers, and small indicator boards embed the MC9S08GT16AMFCE for its 24 GPIO and PWM blocks, which scan matrix keypads and drive LED brightness without external logic. The 32-HVQFN package keeps the PCB small for wall switches, and the SCI port connects to upstream controllers for status reporting. AEC-Q100 temperature grading suits in-cabin and in-cabinet user-interface hardware.
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Engineering reference data for MC9S08GT16AMFCE — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | MC9S08GT16ACFDE | MC9S08GT32AMFCE | MC9S08GT8AMFCE | S9S08SN16F1CTGR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Package | 32-HVQFN (5x5 mm) | 32-HVQFN (5x5 mm) - same | 32-HVQFN (5x5 mm) - same | 32-HVQFN (5x5 mm) - same | 32-HVQFN (5x5 mm) - same |
| Core | HCS08 S08 8-bit | HCS08 S08 8-bit - same | HCS08 S08 8-bit - same | HCS08 S08 8-bit - same | S08 SN 8-bit - same family, enhanced peripherals |
| Max Clock Frequency | 40 MHz | 40 MHz | 40 MHz | 40 MHz | 40 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 16 KB | 16 KB - same | 32 KB (+100%) | 8 KB (-50%) | 16 KB - same |
| RAM | 2 KB | 2 KB - same | 2 KB - same | 2 KB - same | 1 KB (-50%) |
| GPIO Count | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 22 |
| Temperature Grade | Automotive (-40C to +125C) | Industrial (-40C to +85C) | Automotive (-40C to +125C) | Automotive (-40C to +125C) | Automotive (-40C to +125C) |
| Supply Voltage | 1.8 V to 3.6 V | 1.8 V to 3.6 V | 1.8 V to 3.6 V | 1.8 V to 3.6 V | 1.8 V to 3.6 V |
Key Differentiators
- Same 32-HVQFN footprint with double Flash as a memory-upgrade path (vs MC9S08GT32AMFCE)
- AEC-Q100 automotive temperature grade in compact 5x5 mm QFN (vs MC9S08GT16ACFDE)
- Hardware LIN-capable with PWM and 24 GPIO in smallest NXP S08 package (vs S9S08SN16F1CTGR)
Design Notes
Decouple VDD/VSS with a 100 nF X7R ceramic within 5 mm of the supply pins and a bulk 1 uF to 10 uF on the same rail as the regulator output. For the analog pair VDDA/VSSA, tie them to the same 3.3 V rail as the digital supply but route through a ferrite bead and additional 100 nF for ADC noise immunity. Power-on-reset (POR) is automatic; do not connect RESET with slow rise times below 1 V/us or risk spurious resets.
Route the BKGD line with a 4.7 kohm pull-up to VDD and keep stub length below 30 mm to maintain BDM signal integrity. Place the 32-HVQFN exposed pad (ePAD) on the PCB with at least 6 thermal vias to inner ground plane for proper dissipation. Keep the 40 MHz HCS08 core traces away from the analog ADC inputs (PTA7 channel) to avoid sampling noise coupling.
The S08 watchdog is not enabled by default; in safety-critical automotive nodes, enable the COP watchdog in the OPT register on startup or the firmware has no independent recovery path. Do not exceed 3.6 V on any I/O - the silicon uses 3.3 V compatible I/O and overvoltage events will degrade long-term reliability. When using the PWM outputs, ensure the load is shoot-through protected (dead-time insertion handled in hardware TPM blocks, but driver circuit must still share a ground return).
Compliance Information
AEC-Q100 qualified per NXP MC9S08GT16A family documentation. RoHS status from NXP product page. Halogen-free status not confirmed in provided data; flagged 'unknown'.
