MC9S08RG60FGE - 8-Bit 60KB Flash MCU | NXP | 44-LQFP
MPN: MC9S08RG60FGE ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $2.6971 | $2.70 |
| 10 | $2.6971 | $26.97 |
| 100 | $2.6971 | $269.71 |
| 500 | $2.6971 | $1,348.55 |
| 1,000 | $2.6971 | $2,697.10 |
MC9S08RG60FGE Overview
A microcontroller is a compact embedded-processing device that integrates a processor core, nonvolatile program memory, data memory, timers, input/output ports, and communication interfaces on one semiconductor package. The S08 family uses an 8-bit CISC architecture suited to straightforward control loops, keypad handling, actuator control, sensor acquisition, and communication-hub functions. MC9S08RG60FGE belongs to the broader MCU -> embedded processor -> semiconductor hierarchy.
The MC9S08RG60 family provides a 2-channel, 16-bit timer/pulse-width modulator module. According to the NXP datasheet, TPM1 can operate as a free-running counter, a modulo counter, or an up/down counter, with selectable input capture, output compare, and edge-aligned or center-aligned PWM capability on each channel. These peripherals support precise timing, motor-control, power-control, and signal-generation tasks without requiring a separate timer IC.
The 44-LQFP package provides a surface-mount footprint and is suitable for automated PCB assembly. Because the verified data does not specify exact pin assignments, RAM size, clock frequency, operating-temperature range, ADC specifications, communication ports, or electrical limits, those values should be confirmed from the official MC9S08RG60 datasheet before schematic capture or firmware deployment. The heater suffix and tray packaging in the supplied listing should also be checked against the manufacturer’s ordering information.
Typical application domains include industrial equipment, building controls, appliance controllers, metering systems, and embedded motor or power-control systems. Designers should use the datasheet’s pin, clock, reset, power-supply, decoupling, and programming guidance to ensure the device is initialized correctly. A hardware redesign should not assume that an alternative is interchangeable unless its package, pinout, memory map, peripherals, voltage limits, and software support have all been verified.
This page combines the verified 8-bit MCU, 60 KB flash, 2.5 V/3.3 V, and 44-LQFP facts with the documented TPM1 capabilities and practical sourcing guidance. It is intended to support initial component selection while clearly separating verified information from parameters that require manufacturer-datasheet confirmation.
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View Datasheet →MC9S08RG60FGE Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Device Type | 8-bit microcontroller |
| Architecture | S08 CISC |
| Flash Memory | 60 KB |
| Supply Voltage | 2.5 V to 3.3 V |
| Package | 44-pin LQFP |
| Mounting Type | Surface mount |
| Timer/PWM Module | 2-channel, 16-bit TPM1 |
| TPM Counter Modes | Free-running, modulo, and up/down counter |
| PWM Modes | Edge-aligned and center-aligned |
| Input Capture | Selectable input capture |
| Output Compare | Selectable output compare |
| Manufacturer | Freescale Semiconductor, Inc.; NXP Semiconductors listed by distributor sources |
| Datasheet Revision | Rev. 1.11 |
| Datasheet Pages | 234 pages |
| Typical Listing Packaging | Tray |
MC9S08RG60FGE 44-pin lqfp Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for MC9S08RG60FGE (44-pin lqfp 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 MC9S08RG60FGE.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
MC9S08RG60FGE is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Equipment Control, Motor and PWM Control, Appliance and Building Automation, Metering and Sensor Interface, Consumer Accessory Controller, Power and Timing Control.
Industrial Equipment Control
MC9S08RG60FGE fits compact industrial controllers that coordinate digital I/O, timing, and embedded decision logic. Its verified 8-bit S08 CISC architecture and 60 KB flash provide a practical base for supervisory routines, state machines, diagnostics, and communication handling. The documented 2-channel, 16-bit TPM1 can generate or measure timing signals when an actuator or sensor interface requires deterministic control. The 44-LQFP package is also compatible with automated surface-mount assembly. Before schematic release, verify the complete pin map, clock tree, I/O limits, reset behavior, memory map, and electrical characteristics from the official datasheet.
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Motor and PWM Control
The MC9S08RG60FGE is a practical choice for low-to-medium complexity motor-control front ends because TPM1 provides two 16-bit channels with edge-aligned and center-aligned PWM, input capture, and output compare. Those features support motor timing, duty-cycle generation, feedback capture, and synchronized control functions. The 8-bit S08 core can execute the supervisory logic and protection routines around the power stage. Actual motor performance depends on the verified clock configuration, timer limits, pin multiplexing, driver interface, current sensing, and thermal design, none of which are fully present in the supplied excerpts.
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Appliance and Building Automation
MC9S08RG60FGE can be used as the local controller in appliances, HVAC equipment, lighting controllers, or building-automation nodes where a compact MCU must combine flash-resident firmware with deterministic timing. The 60 KB flash supports application code, lookup tables, configuration data, and update logic, while TPM1 channels can drive timing-dependent outputs or capture external events. The 44-LQFP package provides a defined surface-mount footprint for compact controller boards. Designers should verify low-power modes, I/O drive limits, reset behavior, communication peripherals, and operating-temperature requirements before selecting it for safety- or compliance-critical equipment.
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Metering and Sensor Interface
MC9S08RG60FGE is suitable for supervisory signal-acquisition and metering systems when the application requires an 8-bit MCU with program storage and precise timing. Its TPM1 input-capture function can measure sensor or pulse intervals, while the general-purpose processor handles filtering, calibration, state tracking, and data formatting. The verified 60 KB flash capacity is useful for firmware and lookup data, but the supplied sources do not confirm the ADC architecture, sensor interfaces, accuracy, or communication ports. Confirm those specifications in the official datasheet before choosing the MCU for precision analog measurement.
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Consumer Accessory Controller
MC9S08RG60FGE can serve as the control brain in a compact consumer accessory, keypad interface, sequencer, or small peripheral controller. Its 8-bit CISC core is appropriate for straightforward command interpretation, debounce logic, indicator control, and event sequencing, while 60 KB flash provides room for a meaningful application program. The 44-LQFP package is straightforward to route on a multilayer PCB and supports automated assembly. The exact choice must still be validated against supply voltage, I/O count, pin multiplexing, reset, clock, bootloader, and any required communication peripheral data in the complete manufacturer documentation.
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Power and Timing Control
MC9S08RG60FGE is appropriate for small power-control and sequencing subsystems that need two independent 16-bit TPM channels. The documented edge-aligned and center-aligned PWM options can support converter control, timing generation, or load sequencing, while input capture and output compare provide event detection and deterministic response. The controller can coordinate protection and supervisory logic around an external MOSFET or driver stage. Before implementation, verify timer clock limits, PWM resolution, pin routing, input thresholds, output timing, and power-management behavior against the official datasheet.
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Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | MC9S08AC32MFGE |
|---|---|---|
| Package | 44-LQFP | 44-LQFP candidate; exact package details require verification |
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Mounting | Surface mount | Surface mount; verify package details |
Key Differentiators
- Verified 60 KB flash allocation (vs MC9S08AC32MFGE)
- Documented dual 16-bit TPM1 (vs MC9S08AC32MFGE)
- Confirmed package and voltage class (vs MC9S08AC32MFGE)
Design Notes
Design the supply rail around the verified 2.5 V and 3.3 V operating class, but confirm the complete DC limits from the NXP datasheet before selecting regulator tolerances. Place local bypass capacitors close to the MCU supply pins, route ground return paths carefully, and account for startup current when sharing a rail with sensors or communication devices. Verify reset thresholds and brownout behavior under worst-case load conditions.
Keep the 44-LQFP footprint, pad geometry, pin numbering, and solder-mask pattern tied to the exact manufacturer package drawing. Route high-current motor or power-stage signals away from sensitive MCU traces, and provide a quiet ground reference for timing and communication interfaces. Because the supplied data does not provide the complete pinout, do not finalize routing until the official package drawing and pin-mux tables are reviewed.
Do not substitute MC9S08AC32MFGE or another MC9S08 part solely because the family names are similar. Verify package dimensions, every pin assignment, flash capacity, RAM, timer resources, voltage limits, clock configuration, and firmware/toolchain compatibility. A microcontroller replacement can appear pin-compatible at the board level yet fail because of a peripheral, interrupt-vector, memory-map, or bootloader difference.
Use the verified TPM1 capabilities only after confirming the timer clock source and pin multiplexing. Center-aligned PWM may be preferable when symmetric timing is required, while edge-aligned PWM can simplify duty-cycle calculations. Keep external drive paths and PWM outputs away from sensitive input-capture traces, and validate timing with an oscilloscope under the intended load and supply conditions.
Compliance Information
The supplied verified data does not provide verified RoHS, REACH, AEC-Q100, lead-free, halogen-free, or conflict-minerals statements for MC9S08RG60FGE. These fields remain unknown rather than inferred.
