MK40DX256ZVMB10 - 100MHz 256KB ARM Cortex-M4 MCU | NXP
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MK40DX256ZVMB10 Overview
A microcontroller is a programmable semiconductor system containing a processor core, memory, peripherals, and interfaces. The ARM Cortex-M4 core belongs to the embedded processor hierarchy and is intended for control-oriented applications, while the Kinetis K40 family combines that core with integrated flash, SRAM, communications interfaces, timers, and analog peripherals. This part is therefore a complete embedded-processing platform rather than a simple logic device.
The verified information confirms a 100 MHz operating frequency, 32-bit architecture, 256 KB flash memory, and an 81-MAPBGA package. The Kinetis designation and Cortex-M4 architecture are useful for software-tool selection, peripheral planning, and firmware development. The package data also indicates a compact 10 x 10 mm land pattern suitable for space-constrained embedded equipment.
The part is identified by distributor sources as an ARM Cortex-M4 Kinetis K40 microcontroller, which supports industrial control, embedded automation, communications equipment, and general-purpose electronic systems. Actual peripheral assignments, GPIO availability, SRAM capacity, operating-temperature limits, and detailed electrical limits were not supplied in the verified data and must be confirmed from the manufacturer documentation before design release.
A key design consideration is the 81-MAPBGA package. BGA assembly requires appropriate PCB land patterns, inspection, and manufacturing capability; a footprint-compatible replacement must match the exact package and pinout rather than only the processor family. Because the provided web results do not identify a verified drop-in substitute, replacement selection should be based on the NXP datasheet and a manufacturer-approved cross-reference.
This page combines verified distributor specifications, package information, sourcing links, and engineering guidance for the MK40DX256ZVMB10. It is intended to help engineers identify the correct MCU, plan sourcing, and locate the datasheet while avoiding unsupported assumptions about otherwise unspecified electrical or lifecycle details.
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Request AlternativesMK40DX256ZVMB10 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Architecture | 32-bit ARM Cortex-M4 |
| Product Family | Kinetis K40 |
| Maximum Operating Frequency | 100 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 256 KB (256K x 8) |
| Core Count | Single-core |
| Supply Voltage Options | 1.8 V, 2.5 V, and 3.3 V |
| Package Type | 81-MAPBGA |
| Package Dimensions | 10 x 10 mm |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Microcontroller Type | ARM Cortex-M4 Kinetis K40 microcontroller |
| Flash Organization | 256K x 8 |
MK40DX256ZVMB10 10 x 10 mm Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for MK40DX256ZVMB10 (10 x 10 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 MK40DX256ZVMB10.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
MK40DX256ZVMB10 is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Automation Controller, Sensor Hub and Edge Monitor, Communications Equipment, Motor and Motion Control, Industrial Data Acquisition, Secure Embedded Product Platform.
Industrial Automation Controller
The MK40DX256ZVMB10 is a candidate for industrial automation controllers because it combines a 100 MHz ARM Cortex-M4 core with 256 KB of flash memory for embedded control firmware. A controller could use the device to coordinate sensor inputs, actuator commands, communications, and system timing. The verified data does not specify GPIO count, SRAM, communication peripherals, or industrial temperature limits, so those requirements must be checked against the NXP datasheet before selection. Its 81-MAPBGA package also requires a PCB and assembly process capable of handling fine-pitch BGA interconnects.
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Sensor Hub and Edge Monitor
The MK40DX256ZVMB10 can be evaluated for a sensor hub where a compact 32-bit Cortex-M4 processor gathers measurements, applies local filtering, and forwards results to a higher-level communications interface. Its 100 MHz clock provides processing headroom, while 256 KB of flash can hold application firmware and configuration logic. The verified data does not identify ADC characteristics, communication peripherals, SRAM, or pin availability, so the design must verify those interfaces and the exact 81-MAPBGA ballout before PCB release.
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Communications Equipment
The MK40DX256ZVMB10 is suitable for preliminary evaluation in embedded communications equipment that needs local protocol handling and firmware storage. The 100 MHz ARM Cortex-M4 core can execute control and interface logic, and the verified 256 KB flash capacity supports a compact embedded program. However, UART, SPI, I2C, USB, Ethernet, radio, and other communications details were not provided, so the specific interface requirements cannot be assumed. Confirm peripheral availability and electrical limits in the manufacturer datasheet before selecting it.
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Motor and Motion Control
The MK40DX256ZVMB10 may be evaluated for small motor-control or motion-control modules because the Cortex-M4 architecture supports deterministic embedded execution and the device is clocked at up to 100 MHz. Firmware could handle position or speed logic, timing, and supervisory functions. The supplied data does not confirm PWM channels, timer resources, ADC resolution, analog inputs, encoder interfaces, or operating-temperature limits. These omissions are important because a motor-control design may require specific real-time timing and analog-performance guarantees.
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Industrial Data Acquisition
The MK40DX256ZVMB10 can serve as a controller in a compact data-acquisition system when the application requires embedded logic, local storage, and controlled signal acquisition. The 32-bit Cortex-M4 core and 100 MHz operating frequency are suitable starting points for protocol handling, sampling coordination, and control software, while 256 KB of flash provides program storage. The verified data does not define ADC resolution, sampling rate, input count, timer accuracy, memory size, or isolation requirements, so analog performance and connectivity must be validated directly from NXP documentation.
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Secure Embedded Product Platform
The MK40DX256ZVMB10 can form the core of an embedded product requiring a compact processor, local firmware, and dedicated control logic. The 100 MHz Cortex-M4 execution capability is relevant to protocol stacks, supervisory logic, and device-control tasks, while the 256 KB flash supports compact firmware images. Security peripherals, RAM, package pin functions, and compliance requirements were not specified in the verified data. Before selecting the device for a secure or regulated product, review the manufacturer documentation for security features, memory protection, certifications, and lifecycle support.
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Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product |
|---|---|
| Device Type | 32-bit ARM Cortex-M4 microcontroller |
| Manufacturer | NXP Semiconductors |
| Product Family | Kinetis K40 |
| Operating Frequency | 100 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 256 KB (256K x 8) |
| Supply Voltage Options | 1.8 V, 2.5 V, and 3.3 V |
| Package | 81-MAPBGA, 10 x 10 mm |
| Core Count | Single-core |
| Drop-In Alternatives | No verified drop-in substitutes in supplied cross-reference data |
Key Differentiators
- 100 MHz ARM Cortex-M4 processing performance (vs No verified drop-in alternative was supplied)
- 256 KB flash memory (vs No verified drop-in alternative was supplied)
- Compact 81-MAPBGA package (vs No verified drop-in alternative was supplied)
- Multiple stated supply-voltage options (vs No verified drop-in alternative was supplied)
Design Notes
Treat the MK40DX256ZVMB10 as a fine-pitch BGA design and use the exact manufacturer land pattern, ball map, mask settings, and assembly process specified for the 81-MAPBGA package. Resolve the package-count conflict in the secondary search results before fabrication; a generic MAP-BGA footprint may not match the target device. Validate escape routing, via-in-pad requirements, solder-mask behavior, and X-ray or other assembly inspection criteria with the selected board house.
Do not select a replacement based only on the 100 MHz clock and 256 KB flash value. Confirm every ball assignment, power pin, ground connection, exposed-pad requirement, reset connection, debug interface, and peripheral function against the exact MPN datasheet. Software compatibility also matters: boot configuration, memory map, peripheral naming, and development-tool support can differ among otherwise similar MCUs. Hardware and firmware validation should precede any production substitution.
Confirm the permitted supply-voltage configuration, decoupling requirements, internal regulator behavior, and power-consumption limits from the NXP datasheet before connecting the device. The supplied listing confirms 1.8 V, 2.5 V, and 3.3 V options but does not specify which rails apply to which I/O domains. Place the required bypass capacitors according to the manufacturer layout guidance and keep sensitive signal routing away from noisy switching or high-current paths.
Compliance Information
The supplied verified data does not state RoHS, REACH, AEC-Q100, lead-free, halogen-free, or conflict-minerals status. These values must be confirmed from current NXP product documentation or supplier certificates.
