MCF5235CVM100 - ColdFire V2 32-Bit 100MHz MPU | NXP
MPN: MCF5235CVM100 ✗ End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $38.5 | $38.50 |
| 10 | $34.2 | $342.00 |
| 100 | $29.8 | $2,980.00 |
| 250 | $27.5 | $6,875.00 |
| 500 | $25.4 | $12,700.00 |
MCF5235CVM100 Overview
A ColdFire microprocessor is a 32-bit RISC architecture derived from Motorola/Freescale's 68k lineage, optimized for embedded control with deterministic interrupt response and a streamlined instruction set. The V2 variant extends the original ColdFire V1 ISA, adding hardware multiply/accumulate, a MAC unit, and richer peripherals while preserving code density. Microprocessors in this family sit above microcontrollers in the hierarchy: MPU -> 32-bit embedded processor -> ColdFire family -> Freescale/NXP heritage, and target networked industrial control rather than deeply-integrated single-chip MCU use.
The MCF5235CVM100 integrates hardware encryption (typically referenced as the ColdFire SEC block), a 16-channel eTPU for timing-critical I/O (engine control, motor commutation), 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet MAC for industrial networking, multiple UARTs, I²C, QSPI, and a DDR/SDRAM external memory controller. The MAC and eTPU combination differentiates it from general-purpose ColdFire V1 parts aimed at lower-cost HMI.
Architecturally the V2 core issues up to 1 instruction per clock for many ops and includes a hardware MAC for DSP-style signal processing. The 100 MHz core clock, 64 kB on-chip SRAM, and external bus interface (EBI) for SDRAM/ROM/SRAM make it suitable for systems requiring Linux/uClinux plus real-time deterministic tasks handled by the eTPU.
Typical applications include industrial Ethernet gateways, motor-control and motion controllers, networked PLCs, building-automation controllers, and security/surveillance DVR/NVR front-ends. The 256-MAPBGA package supports industrial temperature grades and high-density PCB designs. The hardware crypto block accelerates IPSec, SSL/TLS, and proprietary industrial protocols used in smart-grid and SCADA equipment.
When designing with this part, plan for a 3.3 V core/multi-voltage I/O power tree with proper SDRAM trace-length matching and decoupling. The eTPU microcode must be developed against the Bytecraft/NXP eTPU toolchain and the ColdFire background-debug module (BDM) must be brought out for ICE debugging. For new designs prefer the active MCF5235 family members; the CVM100 suffix is marked NRND at NXP, so check the latest PCN before committing.
This page synthesizes distributor stock, drop-in alternatives, and design notes that supplement the manufacturer datasheet to accelerate part selection and PCB bring-up for industrial networking and motion-control designs.
Drop-in alternatives for MCF5235CVM100 — 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 MCF5235CVM100 (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Core Architecture, Package, Supply Voltage, Ethernet MAC, DMA Channels.
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View Datasheet →MCF5235CVM100 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | ColdFire V2 (32-bit) |
| Maximum Core Frequency | 100 MHz |
| On-chip SRAM | 64 kB |
| On-chip ROM | ROMless |
| Package Type | 256-MAPBGA (17x17 mm) |
| Ethernet MAC | 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet MAC |
| Enhanced Time Processing Unit (eTPU) | 16 channels |
| Hardware Encryption Accelerator | Yes (SEC block) |
| External Memory Interface | SDRAM / SRAM / ROM controller (32-bit) |
| QSPI / SPI | Yes |
| I2C Controller | Yes |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount (BGA) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
MCF5235CVM100 256-mapbga (17x17 mm) Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for MCF5235CVM100 (256-mapbga (17x17 mm) 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 MCF5235CVM100.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
MCF5235CVM100 is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Ethernet Gateway, Motor Control and Motion Controller, Networked PLC / Building Automation Controller, Security / Surveillance DVR or NVR Front-End, Smart-Grid / Substation Communications, Industrial Printer / Embedded Imaging Controller.
Industrial Ethernet Gateway
The MCF5235CVM100 is well-suited to industrial Ethernet gateways because it integrates a hardware 10/100 Ethernet MAC, a ColdFire V2 100 MHz core capable of running uClinux, and a hardware encryption accelerator for IPSec/TLS. In a typical gateway the part terminates Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP, or PROFINET traffic and bridges to a lower-speed fieldbus such as RS-485 or CAN. The hardware crypto block accelerates TLS handshakes so secure MQTT/HTTPS links do not back up the application layer, while the 64 kB on-chip SRAM caches network packets during bursts. Compared with a discrete MCU + external PHY solution, the integrated MAC plus BGA package reduces PCB area and BOM cost for DIN-rail mounted controllers.
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Motor Control and Motion Controller
The MCF5235CVM100's 16-channel enhanced Time Processing Unit (eTPU) is a deterministic coprocessor optimized for motor control - generating center-aligned PWM, decoding quadrature encoders, and handling hall-sensor commutation in hardware without CPU intervention. With a 100 MHz ColdFire V2 core running the motion trajectory planner and the eTPU handling the real-time loops, a single chip drives multi-axis stepper, BLDC, or PMSM systems. The 64 kB SRAM holds motion profiles; the external SDRAM controller streams trajectories from a host. Drop-in to the same 256-MAPBGA footprint as the MCF5233CVM100 for designs that do not need Ethernet, with the eTPU preserved.
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Networked PLC / Building Automation Controller
Building-automation and PLC applications demand deterministic I/O plus networking - exactly the MCF5235CVM100's sweet spot. The ColdFire V2 core runs the ladder-logic / IEC-61131 runtime, the eTPU handles high-speed pulse counting for metering inputs, and the on-chip 10/100 Ethernet MAC connects the PLC to BACnet/IP, Modbus TCP, or KNX-IP networks. Hardware encryption secures remote-management tunnels. Compared with ARM Cortex-M class MCUs that would need an external Ethernet controller, the integrated MAC plus industrial temperature grade and BGA footprint simplify PCB layout and reduce points of failure in 24/7 building control.
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Security / Surveillance DVR or NVR Front-End
DVR and NVR systems benefit from the MCF5235CVM100's combination of a 100 MHz ColdFire V2 core for management, an integrated Ethernet MAC for IP-camera ingest, and a hardware encryption block for secure remote access. The part acts as the front-end controller that aggregates streams from IP cameras, manages local SATA storage, and exposes a web UI over TLS. The hardware crypto accelerator keeps HTTPS throughput high without burdening the application CPU. Same 256-MAPBGA footprint as other MCF523x variants enables platform reuse across 4-/8-/16-channel SKUs.
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Smart-Grid / Substation Communications
Smart-grid equipment (intelligent electronic devices, substation gateways, distribution automation terminals) requires a deterministic processor plus secure networking. The MCF5235CVM100 delivers both with the ColdFire V2 100 MHz core, hardware encryption for IEC 62351 security, an Ethernet MAC for DNP3/IP or IEC 61850 protocols, and the eTPU for sampling and synchrophasor timing. The BGA package supports industrial temperature grades and the part's NRND status pushes utilities to qualify active successors. Pin-compatible MCF5234/5233 siblings enable cost-down variants for non-crypto substation endpoints.
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Industrial Printer / Embedded Imaging Controller
Industrial label printers, ticket kiosks, and embedded imaging systems use the MCF5235CVM100 to drive stepper motors (via eTPU), run a uClinux-based print server, and connect to factory networks through the integrated Ethernet MAC. The hardware encryption block secures remote-management and firmware-update channels. The same 256-MAPBGA footprint as other MCF523x parts lets OEMs share PCB designs across product families and reuse bootloader and BSP code across SKUs.
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Engineering reference data for MCF5235CVM100 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | MCF5234CVM100 | MCF5233CVM100 | MCF5232CVM100 | MCF5272CVM66 | MCF5282CVF66 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Package | 256-MAPBGA (17x17) | 256-MAPBGA (17x17) - same | 256-MAPBGA (17x17) - same | 256-MAPBGA (17x17) - same | 256-MAPBGA (17x17) - same | 256-MAPBGA - same |
| Core Architecture | ColdFire V2 (32-bit) | ColdFire V2 (32-bit) - same | ColdFire V2 (32-bit) - same | ColdFire V2 (32-bit) - same | ColdFire V2 (32-bit) - same | ColdFire V2 (32-bit) - same |
| 10/100 Ethernet MAC | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | No (CVF66 variant) |
| Lifecycle Status | NRND | NRND | NRND | NRND | Obsolete | Obsolete |
Key Differentiators
- Integrated 10/100 Ethernet MAC plus hardware encryption accelerator (vs MCF5234CVM100)
- 16-channel eTPU preserved vs reduced-channel sibling (vs MCF5233CVM100)
- 100 MHz vs 66 MHz core clock in same family (vs MCF5272CVM66 / MCF5282CVF66)
Design Notes
The MCF5235CVM100 requires a multi-rail power tree: core voltage (typically 1.5 V or 1.8 V depending on speed grade), I/O voltage (3.3 V), and a separate PLL analog supply. Bulk-decouple each rail with at least 10 uF ceramic + 1 uF X7R close to the BGA balls, and add 0.1 uF high-frequency bypass on every power pin. Power-up sequencing is documented in the hardware specification; violating it can latch the part. For battery-backed designs, route the RTC supply separately and protect it from inrush during plug-in events.
The 256-MAPBGA at 1.0 mm pitch demands a 4-layer (preferably 6-layer) PCB with microvia-stack or laser-bottled vias, length-matched SDRAM traces (typically +/-50 mil), and a continuous GND plane under the BGA. Place the SDRAM directly beneath or adjacent to the MPU to minimize stub lengths and signal-integrity issues on DQS/DQ. Bring out the ColdFire BDM (Background Debug Mode) signals to a 10-pin header for ICE debug - this is the only way to recover a bricked bootloader. Use a 4-layer stack with the inner layer dedicated to GND and the second inner layer to VCC for clean return paths.
Do not assume the MCF5235CVM100's pinout is compatible with the non-CVM members of the MCF523x family - the 256-MAPBGA ball map can differ between speed grades and feature mixes; always re-import the IBIS and BSDL models for your specific ordering code. The part is ROMless, so the external boot flash must be programmed before power-on reset, or the BDM must be used to bootstrap. Avoid running the eTPU microcode from external flash - copy it to internal SRAM at init for deterministic execution timing.
Although the MCF5235CVM100 is a CMOS MPU not a power amplifier, the BGA package still has a finite junction-to-ambient thermal resistance that matters at elevated ambient temperatures. Estimate: at 100 MHz with all peripherals enabled, internal dissipation is well under 1 W, so a small copper pour under the BGA is usually sufficient. For sealed enclosures without airflow, derate by 25% and re-measure with a thermocouple on a test board before committing to the layout.
Estimated: keep the Ethernet MAC differential pairs (TX+/-, RX+/-) length-matched to within 50 mil, with a 100-ohm differential impedance and an AC-coupling cap on the transmit pair if the PHY is on a separate card. The MII/RMII signals to the external PHY should be series-terminated to suppress reflections. Place the 25 MHz or 50 MHz crystal within 5 mm of the XTAL pins and guard it with a GND ring to keep digital noise out of the PLL.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per NXP product page. Halogen-free status not confirmed by Verified Web Data; left as unknown. Not AEC-Q100 qualified - this part targets industrial networking, not automotive.
