MCF53013CQT240 - 240MHz ColdFire V3 MPU | NXP | TQFP-208
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MCF53013CQT240 Overview
A microprocessor is the central processing element of an embedded system. It executes instructions, controls memory and peripherals, and connects external hardware through dedicated interfaces. The MCF5301x family combines the ColdFire processor core with connectivity peripherals and, according to the available part description, a voice codec and amplifiers. This places it above a basic microcontroller in the product hierarchy: microprocessor, embedded processor, semiconductor, and power-management-dependent system component.
Key verified features include a Version 3 ColdFire core, EMAC support, 240 MHz operation, 211 Dhrystone 2.1 MIPS performance, a 16 Kbyte unified instruction/data cache, and 128 Kbytes of additional memory described in the available data. The ROMless designation means external program memory is required, which allows deployment-specific firmware to be selected while keeping the processor package independent of fixed embedded software.
The device is also identified as a ColdFire V3 MCF5301x part with integrated voice-oriented functions. The MCF53013CQT240 is therefore relevant to voice-over-IP gateways, embedded telephony equipment, networked control systems, and industrial communication products where a higher-performance processor and multiple interfaces are useful. The 208-pin LQFP provides the package pin count required for the device's integrated peripherals.
Because the exact pin names, memory-map details, electrical limits, and peripheral assignments were not included in the supplied verified data, this page does not infer them. The manufacturer datasheet should be consulted for authoritative pinout, voltage limits, clock requirements, decoupling, and application schematics before hardware is released to production.
For sourcing and lifecycle decisions, the available distributor records should be treated as time-sensitive. The supplied search snapshot was fetched on 2026-10-20, while one distributor listing reports a reference quantity and price. Inventory, lifecycle status, exact package markings, and delivery commitments must be reconfirmed with the authorized supplier before ordering.
This page combines verified distributor product data, ColdFire family details, application context, sourcing constraints, and explicit engineering gaps so engineers can distinguish documented facts from information that still requires datasheet validation.
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View Datasheet →MCF53013CQT240 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Device Type | 32-bit microprocessor |
| Processor Core | Freescale ColdFire Version 3 |
| Clock Frequency | 240 MHz |
| Architecture | 32-bit |
| Ethernet MAC | EMAC |
| Dhrystone Performance | 211 MIPS using Dhrystone 2.1 |
| Cache | 16 Kbyte unified instruction/data cache |
| Additional Memory | 128 Kbytes |
| Program Memory | ROMless; external program memory required |
| Package | 208-pin LQFP, 28 mm x 28 mm |
| Mounting Type | Surface mount |
| Voice Features | Voice codec and amplifiers |
| Connectivity | EMAC and family connectivity peripherals |
| Manufacturer | NXP Semiconductors / Freescale Semiconductor |
MCF53013CQT240 208-pin lqfp, 28 mm x 28 mm Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for MCF53013CQT240 (208-pin lqfp, 28 mm x 28 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 MCF53013CQT240.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
MCF53013CQT240 is suitable for 6 applications: Voice-over-IP Gateway, Embedded Telephony Equipment, Networked Industrial Control, Digital Audio Equipment, Legacy ColdFire Platform Upgrade, Network Protocol Processor.
Voice-over-IP Gateway
The MCF53013CQT240 fits a voice-over-IP gateway because the verified data identifies a 240 MHz 32-bit ColdFire V3 core, EMAC connectivity, and voice codec and amplifier functions. Those characteristics support packet handling, call-control software, audio-path coordination, and system management in one embedded processor. The device is ROMless, so the gateway must provide external program memory and boot support. The main design trade-off is higher board complexity than a basic MCU, but the processor offers substantially greater compute headroom than many embedded controllers.
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Embedded Telephony Equipment
The MCF53013CQT240 is appropriate for embedded telephony equipment requiring a dedicated real-time processor and integrated voice-related resources. Its 240 MHz ColdFire V3 core and 211 Dhrystone 2.1 MIPS rating provide capacity for signaling, protocol stack processing, audio control, and administrative tasks. The verified voice codec and amplifier description reduces the need to treat the device as a generic MPU, while EMAC supports network connectivity. Exact audio interfaces and electrical limits still require the official MCF5301x datasheet.
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Networked Industrial Control
The MCF53013CQT240 can serve as the higher-level controller in a networked industrial product when the design needs 32-bit processing and EMAC. Its 240 MHz operating point and ColdFire V3 core are useful for protocol handling, state management, diagnostics, and coordination between network and control peripherals. The ROMless architecture allows product-specific firmware to be stored externally and revised independently of the processor. Because exact I/O, voltage, and timing data were not supplied, industrial qualification and environmental compliance must be established from the datasheet.
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Digital Audio Equipment
The MCF53013CQT240 can support embedded audio systems where the product benefits from a relatively high-performance processor and dedicated voice resources. The verified data specifically mentions voice codecs and amplifiers, making the device more relevant to telephony and audio-control equipment than to a general-purpose bare processor design. The 32-bit ColdFire V3 core can manage control logic and signal-path coordination, while EMAC provides a path toward networked audio. Actual audio quality, codec interface, clocking, and latency depend on the peripheral configuration and external circuitry documented by the manufacturer.
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Legacy ColdFire Platform Upgrade
The MCF53013CQT240 is relevant when maintaining or extending a ColdFire-based platform that needs a 240 MHz V3 processor, EMAC, and the MCF5301x peripheral integration. ROMless operation supports external storage and controlled product upgrades, while the 208-pin LQFP offers a defined high-pin-count package for systems designed around the family. Migration is not automatic: software, memory map, boot code, peripheral assignments, signal timing, and board layout must be checked against the exact MCF5301x documentation. This is a platform-specific choice, not a generic MCU substitution.
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Network Protocol Processor
The MCF53013CQT240 can act as a protocol-oriented embedded processor because its verified specifications include a 240 MHz ColdFire V3 core and EMAC. These resources allow a design to combine network packet processing with application logic and system management rather than relying only on a small communications controller. The 16 Kbyte unified cache and 211 Dhrystone 2.1 MIPS figure indicate meaningful compute capacity for gateway-class tasks. Engineers must still verify Ethernet PHY requirements, bus timing, memory support, and protocol software expectations in the manufacturer documentation.
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Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | MCF53012CQT240 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors / Freescale Semiconductor | Freescale Semiconductor |
| Package | 208-pin LQFP/TQFP, 28 mm x 28 mm | TQFP-208 |
Key Differentiators
- ColdFire V3 processing core (vs MCF53012CQT240)
- EMAC and voice integration (vs MCF53012CQT240)
- ROMless deployment architecture (vs MCF53012CQT240)
Design Notes
Estimated footprint guidance: because the verified data identifies a 208-pin LQFP/TQFP package measuring 28 mm by 28 mm, the PCB land pattern must be taken from the official package drawing rather than inferred from the distributor text. Confirm pin 1 orientation, pad numbering, courtyard limits, and whether any exposed pad is electrically connected. A 208-pin footprint also requires careful fanout planning for EMAC, memory, voice, power, and control signals.
The supplied data does not include supply voltage, current limits, or power dissipation, so rails and thermal design must not be estimated from the 240 MHz clock alone. Use the manufacturer electrical-characteristics table to establish core and I/O voltage domains, decoupling capacitance, sequencing, current budget, and startup behavior. The ROMless architecture also means external memory power and bus integrity affect the processor's allowable system power envelope.
Do not treat MCF53013CQT240 as a generic pin-compatible MCU replacement. The processor depends on external program memory, a ColdFire software toolchain, correct boot and reset behavior, and the exact MCF5301x peripheral mapping. A substitute part must be validated for instruction set, interrupt behavior, EMAC, voice peripherals, memory interface, electrical limits, package, and software binary compatibility before being called a drop-in replacement.
Place power, decoupling, clock, reset, and high-speed memory connections according to the manufacturer layout guidance. The 208-pin package provides many signals but does not eliminate signal-integrity requirements. Keep noisy switching or external codec outputs away from sensitive processor inputs, use short return paths, and validate differential or high-speed EMAC-related routing against the actual electrical specification. The supplied data does not identify exact pin classes, so pin-specific routing must wait for the datasheet.
Compliance Information
One supplied distributor record reports ROHS3 Compliant. The provided data does not establish REACH, AEC-Q100, lead-free, halogen-free, or conflict-minerals status.
