MCF5211LCVM66 - 66 MHz ColdFire MCU, 128 KB | NXP
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MCF5211LCVM66 Overview
A ColdFire microcontroller is a 32-bit RISC processor family used in embedded control, communications, industrial automation, and test equipment. The processor belongs to the ColdFire MCU hierarchy, which combines an instruction-set-compatible embedded architecture with integrated memory, I/O, timers, serial interfaces, and interrupt-driven control. This integration allows a system to execute control tasks without adding a separate external processor for basic sequencing and communication.
The verified specifications identify the MCF5211LCVM66 as a 66 MHz RISC microcontroller with 128 KB program memory, 16 KB RAM, and 56 I/O. Its industrial temperature grade makes it a candidate for factory automation, industrial control panels, motor and machinery controllers, communication equipment, and embedded test systems. The 81-terminal square LBGA package also provides a high pin count for connecting external sensors, actuators, serial transceivers, memory, and power-management components.
The 66 MHz operating frequency provides a balance between processing throughput, power consumption, and design complexity for embedded control rather than high-performance computing. Designers should pair the processor with suitable clocking, decoupling, reset, and interface circuitry, and should validate all board-level timing against the manufacturer documentation. Because the supplied web results do not provide a complete electrical timing table, peripheral list, or detailed power specification, those parameters require confirmation before release.
Typical implementation places the microcontroller between field sensors and an actuator or communications subsystem. A control loop can sample inputs, execute firmware from program memory, use RAM for working data, and drive outputs through the available I/O. External transceivers may be required when the application needs network communication or isolated field-bus interfaces.
The main engineering trade-off is package complexity. An 81-ball LBGA supports many connections in a compact area, but it requires careful PCB layout, fine-pitch assembly, thermal planning, and inspection. This page synthesizes the verified distributor data, available product references, and practical design constraints for engineers evaluating MCF5211LCVM66.
For purchasing decisions, compare the part against the exact ColdFire family, memory map, peripheral set, temperature grade, package, and firmware requirements. The listed price and inventory references reflect distributor search results as of 2026-10-20 and may change without notice.
Drop-in alternatives for MCF5211LCVM66 — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
Variants in this series
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View Datasheet →MCF5211LCVM66 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Processor Type | ColdFire RISC microcontroller |
| Operating Frequency | 66 MHz |
| Program Memory Size | 128 KB (128K x 8) |
| RAM Size | 16K x 8 |
| Number of I/O | 56 |
| Temperature Grade | Industrial |
| Terminal Form | Ball |
| Number of Terminals | 81 |
| Package Code | LBGA |
| Package Shape | Square |
| Architecture | RISC |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
MCF5211LCVM66 square Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for MCF5211LCVM66 (square 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 MCF5211LCVM66.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
MCF5211LCVM66 is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Automation Controller, Motor and Machinery Control, Communication Equipment, Test and Measurement Instrument, Embedded Data Acquisition System, Communication Protocol Gateway.
Industrial Automation Controller
The MCF5211LCVM66 fits an embedded industrial controller when the application needs a 66 MHz RISC processor, 128 KB program memory, 16K x 8 RAM, and 56 I/O. It can execute sequencing logic, read discrete and analog front-end signals through external interface circuitry, and drive actuator outputs. The industrial temperature-grade designation makes it a candidate for factory equipment, but the final design must verify the exact temperature range, supply voltage, and peripheral resources in the manufacturer datasheet.
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Motor and Machinery Control
MCF5211LCVM66 can serve as the supervisory controller in a motor or machinery-control subsystem. The 56 I/O provide a large control and monitoring interface for limit sensors, status inputs, relay drivers, and fault signals, while the 66 MHz ColdFire core provides timing headroom for state machines and control algorithms. External power drivers, isolation, protection, and analog front ends remain necessary; verify pin-level functions and timing before assigning a signal to a particular LBGA ball.
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Communication Equipment
The MCF5211LCVM66 is suitable as an embedded protocol controller when the surrounding board provides the required serial transceivers and connectors. Its 128 KB program memory can hold protocol and application firmware, while 16K x 8 RAM supports buffers and working state. The available 56 I/O can handle modem-control, status, and reset signals. Because the verified results do not identify the exact UART, CAN, Ethernet, or other interface resources, communications design must begin with the official pinout and peripheral specification.
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Test and Measurement Instrument
A test instrument can use MCF5211LCVM66 to orchestrate measurements, front-panel functions, and data acquisition control. The processor's 66 MHz operating point and 128 KB program memory support embedded firmware, while the 56 I/O provide a practical number of digital control lines. External amplifiers, ADC or DAC components, drivers, and protection networks must be selected separately. The package's 81-ball LBGA also demands careful high-density layout and assembly planning.
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Embedded Data Acquisition System
MCF5211LCVM66 can coordinate a small data-acquisition system by reading sensors, timestamping events, storing working data in RAM, and forwarding results through an external communications link. The 128 KB program memory is useful for control and buffering firmware, and the 56 I/O can support sensor-enable, trigger, status, and alarm signals. Analog front ends and high-speed converters are outside this device, so their timing and interface requirements should be designed independently.
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Communication Protocol Gateway
The MCF5211LCVM66 can be evaluated for a protocol gateway that translates between embedded command sets and external field equipment. Its 66 MHz core, 128 KB program memory, and 16K x 8 RAM provide resources for protocol state machines and message buffers, while the 56 I/O support control and status signals. Actual gateway suitability depends on the verified serial peripherals, DMA behavior, timing, memory map, and package pin assignments; none of those details were supplied sufficiently for a final design release.
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Engineering reference data for MCF5211LCVM66 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | MCF5270VM100 |
|---|---|---|
| Package | 81-terminal square LBGA | 81-terminal square LBGA (comparison candidate; exact package dimensions require verification) |
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
Key Differentiators
- Verified device identity and memory configuration (vs MCF5270VM100)
- Package identification (vs MCF5270VM100)
- Data provenance (vs MCF5270VM100)
Design Notes
Treat the 81-ball LBGA as a high-density assembly constraint. Confirm the official ball map, package outline, solder-ball composition, land pattern, and reflow profile before layout release. Use a PCB fabricator and assembly house capable of handling the selected LBGA pitch and provide adequate escape routing for power, ground, clock, reset, and debug signals.
Do not select the supply rails from distributor summaries. The verified data does not state core voltage, I/O voltage, absolute maximum ratings, or current consumption. Obtain the manufacturer datasheet, then design the power tree and decoupling network around the actual limits. Validate startup, reset behavior, brownout response, and sequencing with the intended external components.
Preserve the integrity of clock, reset, and high-speed communication routes on the 81-ball LBGA. Keep sensitive analog or communication interfaces away from noisy switching and power-conversion areas, provide a continuous ground reference where permitted, and match trace lengths according to the external interface specifications. Complete signal-integrity and power-integrity analysis before production.
Do not substitute MCF5270VM100 solely because it appears in a comparison search. A replacement must match the exact LBGA ball assignments, memory organization, peripheral functions, voltage limits, timing, software model, and thermal requirements. Also do not assume that 128 KB of program memory is flash or that the 56 I/O are unrestricted pins; confirm those details from the official datasheet.
Compliance Information
The verified search results do not provide RoHS, REACH, lead-free, halogen-free, conflict-minerals, or automotive qualification information. Compliance must be verified using current manufacturer or supplier documentation for the exact MPN. AEC-Q100 is marked not_applicable because no automotive qualification was identified, not because a qualification decision was independently confirmed.
