S912ZVLA64F0MLF - S12Z MagniV 64KB Flash 32MHz MCU | NXP
MPN: S912ZVLA64F0MLF ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $4.83 | $4.83 |
| 10 | $4.35 | $43.50 |
| 100 | $3.72 | $372.00 |
| 500 | $3.18 | $1,590.00 |
| 1,000 | $2.78 | $2,780.00 |
| 3,000 | $2.41 | $7,230.00 |
S912ZVLA64F0MLF Overview
An automotive LIN microcontroller is a mixed-signal MCU purpose-built for Local Interconnect Network (LIN) nodes in vehicle body electronics. The LIN bus is a low-cost single-wire serial protocol standardized under ISO 17987, widely used for non-critical body and comfort subsystems (window lifters, mirror adjusters, seat controllers, HVAC dampers). At a higher level, this part belongs to the hierarchy: automotive MCU -> mixed-signal MCU -> 16-bit MCU -> S12 MagniV family -> NXP semiconductor IC. By integrating the LIN transceiver and a 12V-tolerant regulator on-die, the S12ZVL family eliminates the need for external bus-driver ICs and reduces BOM cost on the smallest LIN slaves.
Key features include 64 KB Flash, 32 MHz S12Z CPU core, 1 KB EEPROM, 4 KB RAM, integrated LIN 2.x/SAE J2602 transceiver with bus-pin protection, integrated 5V LDO regulator accepting 6V to 18V supply, and on-chip CAN (msCAN) and SPI/SCI peripherals. The 48-LQFP-7x7 footprint is shared across the S12ZVL sub-family, enabling drop-in scalability between 8 KB, 16 KB, 32 KB, 64 KB, and 128 KB Flash options.
The S12Z core uses a 32-bit instruction path with 16-bit arithmetic to optimize code density and execution speed for byte-oriented automotive software stacks, while keeping the addressable memory model compatible with the earlier S12 architecture. The integrated Vreg and LIN phy reduce PCB area and EMI compared to multi-chip LIN slave implementations.
Typical applications include automotive body control modules such as window lifters, seat controllers, HVAC damper actuators, mirror adjusters, sunroof controllers, ambient lighting LED drivers, and simple sensor interfaces that communicate over LIN back to a central body controller. The AEC-Q100 Grade 0 qualification and 12V battery-direct tolerance make it well suited for connection directly to the automotive 12V bus.
When designing with this part, ensure the LIN bus load and termination meet SAE J2602 specifications, and verify that the supply decoupling handles cranking transients (ISO 7637-2 pulses). The integrated Vreg caps the dissipation envelope, but PCB copper area should still be sized for sustained wake-up currents.
This page synthesizes authorized distributor pricing, drop-in S12ZVL family alternatives, and practical PCB-decoupling notes not found on the manufacturer product page alone.
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View Datasheet →S912ZVLA64F0MLF Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Manufacturer | NXP Semiconductors |
| Series | S12 MagniV |
| Core | S12Z (16-bit CPU, 32-bit instruction path) |
| Program Memory Size | 64 KB Flash |
| RAM Size | 4 KB |
| EEPROM Size | 1 KB |
| Maximum Clock Frequency | 32 MHz |
| Data Bus Width | 16-bit |
| Supply Voltage | 6 V to 18 V (12V automotive bus direct) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40C to +125C |
| Package / Case | 48-LQFP (7x7 mm) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Integrated Peripherals | LIN transceiver, 12V-to-5V Vreg, msCAN, SPI, SCI |
| Automotive Qualification | AEC-Q100 Grade 0 (per Mouser/NXP listing) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
S912ZVLA64F0MLF Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | VDDX — Internal 5V regulator output (for MCU core) |
| Pin 2 | VDDA — Analog supply |
| Pin 3 | VSSX — Ground (digital) |
| Pin 4 | VSSA — Ground (analog) |
| Pin 5 | RESET_b — Active-low reset input |
| Pin 6 | BKGD — Background debug interface |
| Pin 7 | MODC — Mode selection |
| Pin 8 | PT0 — GPIO / TIM channel |
| Pin 9 | PT1 — GPIO / TIM channel |
| Pin 10 | PT2 — GPIO / TIM channel |
| Pin 11 | PT3 — GPIO / TIM channel |
| Pin 12 | PT4 — GPIO |
| Pin 13 | PT5 — GPIO |
| Pin 14 | PT6 — GPIO |
| Pin 15 | PT7 — GPIO |
| Pin 16 | PAD0 — GPIO port A bit 0 |
| Pin 17 | PAD1 — GPIO port A bit 1 |
| Pin 18 | PAD2 — GPIO port A bit 2 |
| Pin 19 | PAD3 — GPIO port A bit 3 |
| Pin 20 | PAD4 — GPIO port A bit 4 |
| Pin 21 | PAD5 — GPIO port A bit 5 |
| Pin 22 | PAD6 — GPIO port A bit 6 |
| Pin 23 | PAD7 — GPIO port A bit 7 |
| Pin 24 | PB0 — GPIO port B bit 0 |
| Pin 25 | PB1 — GPIO port B bit 1 |
| Pin 26 | PB2 — GPIO port B bit 2 |
| Pin 27 | PB3 — GPIO port B bit 3 |
| Pin 28 | PB4 — GPIO port B bit 4 |
| Pin 29 | PB5 — GPIO port B bit 5 |
| Pin 30 | PB6 — GPIO port B bit 6 |
| Pin 31 | PB7 — GPIO port B bit 7 |
| Pin 32 | PC0 — GPIO port C bit 0 |
| Pin 33 | PC1 — GPIO port C bit 1 |
| Pin 34 | PC2 — GPIO port C bit 2 |
| Pin 35 | PC3 — GPIO port C bit 3 |
| Pin 36 | PC4 — GPIO port C bit 4 |
| Pin 37 | PC5 — GPIO port C bit 5 |
| Pin 38 | PC6 — GPIO port C bit 6 |
| Pin 39 | PC7 — GPIO port C bit 7 |
| Pin 40 | LIN — LIN bus physical interface |
| Pin 41 | VSUP — Battery supply input (6-18 V) |
| Pin 42 | VDDR — Regulator output (5V / 3.3V) |
| Pin 43 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 44 | CANH — CAN bus high |
| Pin 45 | CANL — CAN bus low |
| Pin 46 | TEST — Test mode pin (factory use) |
| Pin 47 | TCLK — Timer clock input |
| Pin 48 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
Typical Applications
S912ZVLA64F0MLF is suitable for 6 applications: Automotive Window Lifter Module, HVAC Damper/Flap Actuator, Automotive Mirror Adjuster Node, Seat Headrest / Recline Controller, Sunroof Motor Control Module, Ambient Interior Lighting Controller.
Automotive Window Lifter Module
Window lifter modules require a small LIN slave with on-die bus phy and 12V tolerance. The S912ZVLA64F0MLF's 32 MHz S12Z core and 64 KB Flash fit typical anti-pinch control firmware, while the integrated LIN 2.x transceiver meets SAE J2602 timing without external bus drivers. Its 6-18V direct supply lets the MCU sit on the 12V bus rail, and AEC-Q100 Grade 0 qualification with operation to +125C ensures durability in hot cabin environments during extended sun-load cycling.
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HVAC Damper/Flap Actuator
HVAC damper actuators demand precise PWM motor control over a LIN bus back to the climate control module. The S912ZVLA64F0MLF's 4 KB RAM supports small RTOS-free task loops, while on-chip EEPROM (1 KB) stores learned end-stop positions that survive battery disconnection. Integrated msCAN provides a backup bus option for body-control integration, and the small 48-LQFP 7x7 footprint eases integration next to the brushless DC motor driver.
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Automotive Mirror Adjuster Node
Mirror adjuster nodes span two motors (horizontal and vertical), a LIN interface to the body controller, and must survive 12V transients. The S912ZVLA64F0MLF provides AEC-Q100 reliability and on-die LIN phy, eliminating the external transceiver and BOM line item. Its 4 KB RAM holds the position-tracking state machine across memory-position presets, and 1 KB EEPROM saves user mirror memory that persists across battery brown-outs.
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Seat Headrest / Recline Controller
Seat headrest and recline modules use LIN slave controllers that count motor rotations and report back to the seat control unit. The S912ZVLA64F0MLF's S12Z core executes simple state machines in <1 ms loops with low Iq in stop mode, and the integrated 12V-to-5V Vreg removes a discrete LDO. AEC-Q100 Grade 0 rating is mandatory for under-seat thermal exposure reaching +125C in parked sun-load conditions.
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Sunroof Motor Control Module
Sunroof controllers require anti-pinch sensing with bidirectional motor drive and a LIN interface to the body domain. The S912ZVLA64F0MLF offers 64 KB Flash for the ASIL-aware safety routines plus LIN phy integration, and its 32 MHz S12Z core executes pinch-detection sampling fast enough for regulatory response time. AEC-Q100 Grade 0 and 12V direct operation keep the design robust against cranking transients and ignition-off sleep currents.
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Ambient Interior Lighting Controller
Ambient lighting nodes spread across the cabin interface via LIN with the central BCM. The S912ZVLA64F0MLF's small 48-LQFP 7x7 footprint lets the node fit inside a thin light fixture, and 64 KB Flash supports multi-zone color-transition animation tables. Integrated 12V Vreg and LIN phy keep external parts to just MOSFET drivers, and -40 to +125C operation tolerates both cabin cold-soak and roof-load heat soak scenarios.
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Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | S912ZVLA32F0MLF | S912ZVLA128F0MLF | S912ZVC64F0MLF | S912ZVC96F0MLF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Package | 48-LQFP (7x7 mm) | 48-LQFP (7x7 mm) - same | 48-LQFP (7x7 mm) - same | 48-LQFP (7x7 mm) - same | 48-LQFP (7x7 mm) - same |
| Core | S12Z 16-bit @ 32 MHz | S12Z 16-bit @ 32 MHz | S12Z 16-bit @ 32 MHz | S12Z 16-bit @ 32 MHz | S12Z 16-bit @ 32 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 64 KB | 32 KB (-50%) | 128 KB (+100%) | 64 KB (same) | 96 KB (+50%) |
| RAM | 4 KB | 2 KB | 8 KB | 4 KB | 6 KB |
| Integrated Bus PHY | LIN 2.x / SAE J2602 | LIN 2.x / SAE J2602 | LIN 2.x / SAE J2602 | msCAN | msCAN |
| Integrated Vreg | 12V to 5V | 12V to 5V | 12V to 5V | 12V to 5V | 12V to 5V |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C | -40C to +125C | -40C to +125C | -40C to +125C | -40C to +125C |
Key Differentiators
- Higher Flash density within the same LIN-integrated S12ZVL family (vs S912ZVLA32F0MLF)
- Lower price per KB than the 128 KB variant (vs S912ZVLA128F0MLF)
- On-die LIN transceiver eliminates external bus-driver IC (vs S912ZVC64F0MLF (CAN-integrated))
Design Notes
Estimated: with VSUP at 13.5 V and Vreg sourcing 60 mA to the internal core plus external sensors, the LDO dissipation is approximately (13.5 - 5.0) * 0.060 = 0.51 W. Size the LQFP thermal copper land to at least 1 square inch of 1 oz copper to keep junction rise below 30C. Cranking transients down to 6 V are tolerated by the integrated Vreg, but ISO 7637-2 load-dump pulses (>40 V) require an external TVS clamp such as SMBJ16A on VSUP.
Keep the LIN bus trace short and unbifurcated; route it twisted or parallel to chassis return to maintain SAE J2602 EMC behavior. The 48-LQFP 7x7 has a center thermal pad that must be soldered to a copper pour tied to VSS for both heat dissipation and low-impedance ground reference. Decouple VDDX (pin 1) with 100 nF + 4.7 uF ceramic placed within 3 mm of the pad.
Do not skip the external pull-up on the LIN bus pin (typically 30 kohm to VSUP via a diode) or LIN communication will fail under low-bus-current loads. Do not exceed 1 mA on any GPIO pin without checking the datasheet's VOL/VOH and the source/sink limits. The S12Z core's BDM (background debug mode) requires the BKGD pin not be pulled low at reset or the MCU will enter debug mode instead of normal execution.
Compliance Information
AEC-Q100 Grade 0 per NXP and Mouser listings. RoHS compliant. Halogen-free per NXP MagniV family materials declaration.