MCF5272VF66J - ColdFire V2 66MHz 32-bit MPU 196-LBGA | NXP
MPN: MCF5272VF66J ✗ End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $18.5 | $18.50 |
| 10 | $16.2 | $162.00 |
| 100 | $13.85 | $1,385.00 |
| 500 | $11.6 | $5,800.00 |
| 1,000 | $9.95 | $9,950.00 |
MCF5272VF66J Overview
A microprocessor (MPU) is the central processing unit of an embedded system, hierarchically classified as: MPU -> microcontroller/microprocessor -> integrated circuit -> semiconductor. The ColdFire V2 core is a reduced instruction set computing (RISC) architecture derived from the original Motorola 68000 family, providing high code density with deterministic interrupt response and a 32-bit programming model. Compared with a discrete processor plus external peripherals, an integrated MPU like the MCF5272VF66J reduces board area, BOM cost, and design complexity.
Key features include 16 KB of internal ROM (4K x 32), 32-bit data bus width, and a maximum clock frequency of 66 MHz. Connectivity peripherals include EBI/EMI, Ethernet MAC, I2C, SPI, UART/USART, and USB. Additional on-chip resources include a DMA controller, a watchdog timer, and 32 general-purpose I/O lines. The 196-LBGA (15x15 mm) plastic ball grid array provides a compact footprint suitable for space-constrained designs.
The MCF5272 architecture combines the ColdFire V2 core with tightly integrated peripheral logic, allowing system designers to implement complete connectivity nodes without external bus-master or peripheral ICs. The internal ROM and SRAM subsystem provides deterministic startup and supports bootloader, RTOS, or application code storage in cost-optimized configurations.
Typical applications include industrial control nodes, Ethernet-enabled connectivity gateways, USB peripherals, point-of-sale terminals, and embedded control panels where moderate CPU throughput, integrated networking, and small footprint outweigh the need for larger memory or higher clock rates.
When designing with the MCF5272VF66J, note that this part is marked End of Life by NXP, so long-life-cycle designs should plan around the MCF5274/MCF5275 family or evaluate pin-compatible alternatives from authorized stock before committing to a new layout.
This page synthesizes verified distributor catalog data, lifecycle notes from the manufacturer product page, drop-in alternative MPNs, and PCB-level design notes that go beyond the bare manufacturer datasheet summary.
Drop-in alternatives for MCF5272VF66J — 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 MCF5272VF66J (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Core Architecture, Package, Core Processor, RoHS Status, Ethernet.
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MCF5272VM66J
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MCF5272VF66J Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Manufacturer | NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale) |
| Part Status | Obsolete / End of Life |
| Core Processor | ColdFire V2 |
| Core Size | 32-Bit |
| Maximum Clock Frequency | 66 MHz |
| Program Memory Size | 16 KB (4K x 32) ROM |
| Number of I/O | 32 |
| Connectivity | EBI/EMI, Ethernet, I2C, SPI, UART/USART, USB |
| Peripherals | DMA, WDT (Watchdog Timer) |
| Package | 196-LBGA (15x15 mm) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Data Bus Width | 32-bit |
| RoHS Status | Non-Compliant (per third-party catalog; verify with NXP PCN) |
MCF5272VF66J 196-lbga (15x15 mm) Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for MCF5272VF66J (196-lbga (15x15 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 MCF5272VF66J.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
MCF5272VF66J is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Ethernet Gateway, USB Peripheral / HID Device, Point-of-Sale Terminal Controller, Building Automation Controller, Consumer Connectivity Hub, Embedded Control Panel / HMI.
Industrial Ethernet Gateway
The MCF5272VF66J fits Ethernet gateway designs because the integrated 10/100 Ethernet MAC, UART/USART, and SPI peripherals reduce the external PHY-plus-MCU bill of materials while the 66 MHz ColdFire V2 core runs TCP/IP and Modbus stacks at acceptable throughput. Placing the MPU between the Ethernet PHY and the field-side serial bus eliminates a discrete network processor, and the 196-LBGA (15x15 mm) package keeps the gateway under 50 mm square. Designers typically run a small RTOS in the 16 KB internal ROM for deterministic boot, then page application code from external flash via EBI/EMI. Trade-off: only 16 KB on-chip ROM constrains protocol library size, so code is usually XIP from external memory.
Recommended
USB Peripheral / HID Device
USB peripheral designs use the MCF5272VF66J because the on-chip USB controller plus DMA offload bulk and interrupt transfers from the ColdFire V2 core, allowing sustained USB full-speed traffic without external bus-master logic. The 66 MHz core plus 32-bit data path gives comfortable headroom for HID class firmware, vendor-specific descriptors, and small protocol stacks running from the 16 KB internal ROM. The 196-LBGA package supports compact dongle and cable-mounted enclosures. Performance trade-off: at 66 MHz the core can become CPU-bound for isochronous USB audio or video streams, so for those workloads consider a ColdFire V3/V4 part in the same footprint family.
Recommended
Point-of-Sale Terminal Controller
POS terminal designs benefit from the MCF5272VF66J because the integrated Ethernet, USB, SPI, and UART peripherals connect to barcode scanners, mag-stripe readers, printers, and back-office networks from a single chip. The ColdFire V2 66 MHz core handles the terminal application plus TLS-over-Ethernet, and the 32-bit data path keeps transaction encryption latency within acceptable bounds. The 196-LBGA package supports compact countertop or handheld terminal layouts. Trade-off: 16 KB internal ROM usually stores only the bootloader and small RTOS kernel, so secure transaction firmware is typically loaded from external encrypted flash.
Recommended
Building Automation Controller
Building automation controllers (HVAC, lighting, access panels) adopt the MCF5272VF66J because the integrated Ethernet, I2C, SPI, and UART peripherals connect to sensor nodes, dimmers, and upstream building networks without external bus-master ICs. The 66 MHz ColdFire V2 core runs BACnet or Modbus stacks, scheduling logic, and user-interface code concurrently, and the 32 GPIO lines drive relays, keypads, and status LEDs. The 196-LBGA package supports compact DIN-rail and wall-mount enclosures. Performance trade-off: 16 KB internal ROM holds only the boot sequence, so application firmware must be XIP from external flash, adding latency to field-bus cycles.
Recommended
Consumer Connectivity Hub
Consumer connectivity hubs (print servers, storage bridges, home-network adapters) use the MCF5272VF66J because the on-chip Ethernet plus USB plus UART allow the same board design to serve multiple product SKUs. The 66 MHz ColdFire V2 core handles protocol translation, basic web UI, and device-management traffic with deterministic interrupt response. The 196-LBGA (15x15 mm) package keeps the hub small enough for wall-wart enclosures. Trade-off: 16 KB on-chip ROM constrains the embedded web server footprint, so most UI logic must be streamed from external storage.
Recommended
Embedded Control Panel / HMI
Embedded control panels and small HMIs use the MCF5272VF66J because the integrated peripherals plus 32 GPIO lines drive keypads, character displays, status LEDs, and field-bus transceivers directly. The 66 MHz ColdFire V2 core runs small GUI logic plus Modbus/BACnet masters, and the 196-LBGA package supports slim panel-mount enclosures. The DMA controller and watchdog timer add reliability for unattended industrial operation. Trade-off: the 16 KB internal ROM limits resident GUI libraries, so designers typically page UI assets from external flash over EBI/EMI.
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Engineering reference data for MCF5272VF66J — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | MCF5272VM66J | MCF5274VF66J | MCF5275VF66J |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Package | 196-LBGA (15x15 mm) | 196-LBGA (15x15 mm) | 196-LBGA (15x15 mm) | 196-LBGA (15x15 mm) |
| Core | ColdFire V2 | ColdFire V2 | ColdFire V2 | ColdFire V2 |
| Maximum Clock Frequency | 66 MHz | 66 MHz | 66 MHz | 66 MHz |
| Core Size | 32-bit | 32-bit | 32-bit | 32-bit |
| Internal Memory | 16 KB ROM | 16 KB ROM | Extended internal SRAM/map (per datasheet) | Extended internal SRAM/map (per datasheet) |
| Ethernet MAC | Yes (10/100) | Yes (10/100) | Yes (10/100) | Yes (10/100) |
| USB Controller | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| GPIO Count | 32 | 32 | 32 or higher (per datasheet) | 32 or higher (per datasheet) |
| Lifecycle Status | End of Life | End of Life | End of Life | End of Life |
Key Differentiators
- Same 196-LBGA footprint as MCF5274/MCF5275 (vs MCF5274VF66J)
- Standard factory screening on the baseline MPN (vs MCF5272VM66J)
- Highest CPU throughput within the MCF5272 sub-family (vs MCF5235CVM150)
Design Notes
The 196-LBGA (1.0 mm ball pitch typical for MAPBGA-196) requires 4-layer PCB with microvia or via-in-pad stackups for reliable assembly. Decoupling capacitors must be placed as close as possible to each power pin with short, wide traces; use at least one 0.1 uF ceramic per supply pin plus a single bulk cap near the MPU. Maintain a continuous ground plane under the BGA to control return-current paths for the Ethernet, USB, and high-speed EBI/EMI interfaces.
ColdFire V2 MPUs typically require multiple supply rails (core, I/O, PLL/analog); consult the NXP MCF5272 datasheet for exact rail voltages and sequencing requirements. Add a power-on-reset supervisor or rely on the internal POR, and provide bulk capacitance of at least 22 uF per rail plus the local 0.1 uF decoupling. Avoid powering the I/O rail before the core rail because latch-up can occur; add a sequencing circuit or follow the datasheet order strictly.
Because the MCF5272VF66J is End of Life, do not commit new production designs to this exact MPN without a verified, long-life pin-compatible replacement. Stock up safety inventory before switching PCBs, and validate bootloader and RTOS images against the specific MCF5272 sub-variant before firmware release. Verify the 196-LBGA pin-1 location against the manufacturer datasheet - BGA pin numbering rotates around the package array and mistakes are hard to rework.
The Ethernet MAC outputs MII/RMII to an external 10/100 PHY - route the MII bus with matched length traces (within 50 mil tolerance per the MCF5272 reference manual) and a 50 ohm characteristic impedance if using RMII. The USB data lines require a 90 ohm differential impedance and a series resistor or ferrite for EMI suppression. Keep the EBI/EMI bus traces short and length-matched for SDRAM interfaces to avoid timing violations at 66 MHz.
Compliance Information
Third-party catalog (digchip) lists RoHS non-compliant; NXP official product page should be consulted for the latest PCN, lead-free status, and conflict-minerals declaration. AEC-Q100 is not applicable to this general-purpose MPU.
