PK64FN1M0VLQ12 - 120MHz Cortex-M4 MCU, 1MB Flash | NXP
MPN: PK64FN1M0VLQ12 ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $9.24 | $9.24 |
| 10 | $8.32 | $83.20 |
| 100 | $7.45 | $745.00 |
| 500 | $7.02 | $3,510.00 |
| 1,000 | $6.62 | $6,620.00 |
PK64FN1M0VLQ12 Overview
What is a Kinetis K-series MCU? A Kinetis MCU is a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M microcontroller family from NXP designed for connected, mixed-signal embedded applications. The PK64 sits in the K64 sub-family, which scales the Cortex-M4 core with FPU up to 120 MHz and adds Ethernet, USB, and crypto/security peripherals. In the broader taxonomy it belongs to: MCU -> ARM Cortex-M4 -> Kinetis K-series -> connected/industrial MCU category.
Key features of the PK64FN1M0VLQ12 include an ARM Cortex-M4 core with single-precision FPU, 120 MHz CPU clock, 1 MB program Flash, 256 KB SRAM, full-speed and high-speed USB 2.0 On-The-Go with on-chip HS PHY, 10/100 Ethernet MAC with IEEE 1588 support, hardware encryption (AES, DES, SHA) and tamper detection, 12-bit ADC and DAC, FlexTimers, low-power run/wait/standby modes, and a wide operating voltage range from 1.71 V to 3.6 V. The 144-pin LQFP provides ample I/O for industrial bus and motor-control applications.
From an architectural standpoint, the PK64 integrates a bus matrix that allows simultaneous DMA-driven access to SRAM, Ethernet and USB peripherals without CPU stalls. The Cortex-M4 FPU accelerates DSP and floating-point control loops, which is critical for power conversion and motor control. The integrated high-speed USB PHY and Ethernet MAC reduce BOM cost and PCB area versus discrete implementations. Hardware crypto blocks offload AES/SHA from software, leaving the core free for application logic.
Typical applications include industrial Ethernet gateways, PLC and fieldbus nodes, factory automation controllers, motor drives and inverters, building automation (BACnet/Modbus), and POS or networked print devices. The 144-pin LQFP footprint supports designs that need many I/O lines for parallel buses, multi-axis motor control, or color displays. For engineers choosing between the PK and MK prefixes of the same silicon, the PK prefix denotes a pre-production part while MK denotes production volume; both share the same K64 die.
A key design consideration is to plan clock and supply decoupling for the dual-mode USB PHY, place the 50-ohm Ethernet differential pair with controlled impedance, and ensure firmware is configured for either 25 MHz or 50 MHz external crystal modes supported by the K64. Flash security and tamper pins should be bonded correctly if the cryptographic accelerator is used.
This page synthesizes NXP distributor pricing, K64 family drop-in alternatives, application reference designs, and PCB design notes not present in a single datasheet view.
Drop-in alternatives for PK64FN1M0VLQ12 — 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 PK64FN1M0VLQ12 (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Package, ADC, Operating Temperature Range, Mounting Type, SRAM.
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MK64FN1M0VLQ12
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$9.74 / Unit
View Datasheet →MK64FX512VLQ12
✅ Drop-In📋 Reference alternative (not in catalog)
MK60FN1M0VLQ12
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$9.95 / Unit
View Datasheet →MK64FN1M0VMD12
✅ Drop-In📋 Reference alternative (not in catalog)
MK22FX512AVMC12
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$14.45 / Unit
View Datasheet →PK64FN1M0VLQ12 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Processor | ARM Cortex-M4 with FPU |
| Core Size | 32-bit |
| Maximum CPU Frequency | 120 MHz |
| Program Flash | 1 MB (1M x 8) |
| SRAM | 256 KB |
| Package | 144-LQFP (20x20 mm) |
| Supply Voltage | 1.71 V to 3.6 V |
| Ethernet | 10/100 MAC with IEEE 1588 |
| USB | USB 2.0 FS + HS OTG with on-chip HS PHY |
| Hardware Crypto | AES, DES/3DES, SHA, RNG |
| Tamper Detection | Yes |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
PK64FN1M0VLQ12 144-lqfp (20x20 mm) Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for PK64FN1M0VLQ12 (144-lqfp (20x20 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 PK64FN1M0VLQ12.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
PK64FN1M0VLQ12 is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Ethernet Gateway, PLC and Fieldbus Controller, Motor Drive and Inverter Control, Building Automation Controller, Networked POS Terminal, Connected Medical Device.
Industrial Ethernet Gateway
The PK64FN1M0VLQ12 fits industrial Ethernet gateway designs because its 10/100 MAC with hardware IEEE 1588 timestamping delivers sub-microsecond synchronization for PROFINET, EtherNet/IP and BACnet networks. The 120 MHz Cortex-M4 with FPU handles TLS, Modbus TCP, and routing stacks without offload, while 256 KB SRAM is ample for socket buffers. Place a 50-ohm differential pair from the MAC to an external PHY, use the on-chip HS USB PHY for configuration, and the 144-LQFP exposes all required GPIO for status LEDs and keypads. Per the NXP K64 product page, this combination is the canonical reference platform for NXP's K64 industrial connectivity stack.
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PLC and Fieldbus Controller
For PLC-class controllers and fieldbus nodes the PK64FN1M0VLQ12 offers the right balance of deterministic I/O and connectivity. The K64 sub-family integrates multiple FlexTimer/PWM channels for stepper/servo control, 12-bit ADC for analog inputs, and CAN plus UART/SPI for Modbus, RS-485 and DeviceNet segments. Its 1 MB Flash accommodates IEC 61131-3 runtimes plus bootloader, while 256 KB SRAM holds scan tables and network buffers. The 144-pin LQFP gives 100+ usable GPIO which is critical for dense PLC designs where every pin counts. NXP's PLC reference designs typically target this exact part.
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Motor Drive and Inverter Control
The PK64FN1M0VLQ12 is well suited for variable-frequency drives, servo amplifiers, and solar micro-inverters. Its Cortex-M4 with FPU executes field-oriented control (FOC) loops at PWM rates up to 20 kHz with margin, while the FlexTimer/PWM modules generate the three-phase complementary signals with programmable dead-time. The 12-bit ADC synchronously samples phase currents within 1 µs, and 1 MB Flash holds motor firmware plus tuning tables. Designers commonly pair this MCU with gate drivers such as the L6386 or HIP4086. The K64 platform is the recommended NXP reference for 3-phase low-voltage motor drives.
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Building Automation Controller
Building automation hubs using BACnet, Modbus, KNX or LonWorks benefit from the PK64FN1M0VLQ12's Ethernet, USB and serial interfaces in one part. The 120 MHz core executes the BACnet/IP stack with full object model plus web server UI, and the 256 KB SRAM holds configuration data without external EEPROM. Hardware AES/SHA accelerates TLS for cloud connectivity, while tamper detection pins protect physical security credentials. NXP's building-automation reference designs validate this MCU as the central HVAC and lighting controller. Low-power run/wait modes cut standby current for always-on devices.
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Networked POS Terminal
POS and payment terminals need fast Ethernet, USB peripherals, secure crypto, and a Cortex-M4 class core for application logic - all present in the PK64FN1M0VLQ12. The integrated HS USB PHY connects directly to receipt printers and NFC readers, while the AES/SHA engine handles EMV payment crypto offload. The 144-LQFP package supports color LCD via FlexIO and a touchscreen controller on I2C. NXP's reference designs pair this MCU with an external NFC reader and an LCD controller to deliver a complete POS platform with minimal external components.
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Connected Medical Device
Connected medical devices such as patient monitors, infusion pumps, and diagnostic instruments fit the PK64FN1M0VLQ12 because it combines deterministic Cortex-M4 processing with IEC 60601-friendly isolated Ethernet via external PHY. The hardware AES/SHA engine secures patient data at rest and in transit, the 12-bit ADC provides clinical-grade sensor readout, and the low-power standby modes extend battery life in portable units. The 144-LQFP's large pin count accommodates LCD, touch, and multiple sensor interfaces typical of bedside monitors. Note that medical-grade qualification remains the OEM's responsibility; this is a hardware-fit recommendation only.
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Engineering reference data for PK64FN1M0VLQ12 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | MK64FN1M0VLQ12 | MK64FX512VLQ12 | MK60FN1M0VLQ12 | MK22FX512AVMC12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Package | 144-LQFP (20x20) | 144-LQFP (20x20) | 144-LQFP (20x20) | 144-LQFP (20x20) | 144-LQFP (20x20) |
| Core | ARM Cortex-M4 with FPU | ARM Cortex-M4 with FPU | ARM Cortex-M4 with FPU | ARM Cortex-M4 with FPU | ARM Cortex-M4 with FPU |
| Max CPU Frequency | 120 MHz | 120 MHz | 120 MHz | 120 MHz | 120 MHz |
| Program Flash | 1 MB | 1 MB | 512 KB | 1 MB | 512 KB |
| SRAM | 256 KB | 256 KB | 256 KB | 256 KB | 128 KB |
| Ethernet MAC | 10/100 + IEEE 1588 | 10/100 + IEEE 1588 | 10/100 + IEEE 1588 | None (K60 sub-family) | None (K22 sub-family) |
| USB HS PHY | On-chip | On-chip | On-chip | On-chip | On-chip (K22) |
| Hardware Crypto | AES/DES/SHA + tamper | AES/DES/SHA + tamper | AES/DES/SHA + tamper | AES/DES/SHA + tamper | AES only |
Key Differentiators
- On-chip HS USB PHY vs external ULPI on competing MCUs (vs MK64FN1M0VLQ12)
- IEEE 1588 hardware timestamping vs software timestamping (vs MK60FN1M0VLQ12)
- Tamper detection pins integrated (vs MK22FX512AVMC12)
Design Notes
Route the 50-ohm differential Ethernet pair (RMII or MII) from the K64 MAC to the external PHY with controlled impedance and length matching within 50 mil. Keep the pair away from switching DC-DC nodes and from the crystal traces. The HS USB differential pair also requires 90-ohm differential impedance per USB 2.0 spec. Place the PHY reset and interrupt traces short and isolated from analog sections. Source: NXP K64 hardware design guide.
The K64 requires at minimum a 1.71 V to 3.6 V supply with separate decoupling for VDD, VDDA, VREFH, and the USB PHY rail. Use 100 nF X7R ceramic capacitors within 2 mm of each pin, plus a bulk 4.7 uF per power domain. The on-chip HS USB PHY needs a clean 3.3 V rail - use an LDO dedicated to PHYAVDD to reject noise from the main DC-DC. Decouple VBAT for RTC domain if used. Source: NXP K64 datasheet, power section.
Several pinout variants exist in the K64 sub-family: LQFP-100, LQFP-144, MAPBGA-144, and WLSCP. Verify pinout by exact part number rather than assuming family compatibility - the 100-pin LQFP drops multiple FlexTimer channels and the external bus. Boot configuration pins (BOOTCFG0/1) must be bonded correctly or the part will fail to start. Confirm RTC clock source selection (32 kHz crystal vs internal) before PCB fab. Source: NXP K64 datasheet, boot chapter.
At 120 MHz the K64 draws roughly 35-50 mA active at 3.3 V, well within the 144-LQFP thermal envelope (theta_JA ~ 45 C/W on a 4-layer JEDEC board). For industrial temperature grades (-40 to +105 C ambient) no special heatsinking is required, but the PCB copper pour should at least 1 square inch around the exposed die paddle. Source: NXP K64 datasheet, thermal section.
Compliance Information
RoHS and lead-free per NXP product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified - K64 is industrial/consumer grade; choose KEA or S32K for AEC-Q100 automotive applications.
