S9S08DZ96F2VLF - 8-bit MCU, 96KB Flash, 40MHz, CAN, USB | NXP
MPN: S9S08DZ96F2VLF ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $11.06 | $11.06 |
| 10 | $9.78 | $97.80 |
| 100 | $8.42 | $842.00 |
| 500 | $7.31 | $3,655.00 |
| 1,000 | $6.55 | $6,550.00 |
S9S08DZ96F2VLF Overview
An 8-bit microcontroller (MCU) is a programmable processor with an 8-bit data path that integrates CPU, memory and peripherals on a single die. The S08 is NXP's 8-bit CPU core family, positioned within the broader ColdFire / HC(S)08 lineage. MCUs sit at the bottom of the embedded computing hierarchy: microcontroller -> microprocessor -> embedded processor -> computing system. In a CAN-equipped node the MCU handles physical-layer timing, message filtering and on-chip diagnostics, replacing what would otherwise require an external controller plus a CPU.
Key features include 96 KB of on-chip Flash with in-application reprogrammability, 6 KB of SRAM, an embedded CAN 2.0 A/B controller, a USB 2.0 Full-Speed (12 Mbps) device controller, an LCD driver, multi-channel 10-bit ADC, PWM timers and an on-chip background-debug mode (BDM) for flash programming and in-circuit debug. The peripheral set is tuned for automotive body and chassis networks where CAN connectivity, low EMI and AEC-Q100 reliability matter more than raw MIPS.
Architecturally the S9S08DZ96F2VLF uses the S08 CPU core with the HCS08 instruction set, a 32-bit internal HCS08-style bus extension, on-chip voltage regulator, and a low-power run/wait/stop mode structure with peripheral run clock gating. The 40 MHz bus clock is internally divided from an external crystal or the internal oscillator; the Flash is mapped into a 64 KB-aligned address window with EEPROM emulation support.
Typical applications include automotive body controllers, instrument clusters, HVAC panels, CAN IO expansion modules, industrial sensor hubs with USB diagnostic interface and small appliances with segmented LCD displays. The wide 2.7V-5.5V supply range tolerates 3.3V and 5V rails found in both automotive and industrial designs.
When designing with this part, leave at least 6 unused GPIO pins for field-recovery and bootloader modes, use 100 nF + 4.7 uF decoupling within 5 mm of VDD/VSS, and follow NXP AN2497 layout guidance for the CAN transceiver bus-termination network. The LQFP-48 footprint is footprint-compatible with several S9S08DZ and S9S12 relatives (same 48-pin body, 0.5 mm pitch), enabling scaled memory upgrades without PCB rework.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, AEC-Q100 qualification status, drop-in alternative pinouts and practical design notes that go beyond the marketing datasheet summary.
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View Datasheet →S9S08DZ96F2VLF Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core | S08 (HCS08 instruction set) |
| Data Bus Width | 8-bit |
| Program Memory | 96 KB Flash |
| RAM | 6 KB |
| Maximum CPU Frequency | 40 MHz |
| Supply Voltage Range | 2.7 V to 5.5 V |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 C to +105 C (automotive) |
| Package | 48-pin LQFP (7 mm x 7 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| CAN | 1x CAN 2.0 A/B controller |
| USB | 1x USB 2.0 Full-Speed device |
| Debug Interface | Background Debug Mode (BDM) |
| Automotive Qualification | AEC-Q100 qualified |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
S9S08DZ96F2VLF Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | PTE4/TxD2 — GPIO / SCI Tx |
| Pin 2 | PTE5/RxD2 — GPIO / SCI Rx |
| Pin 3 | PTE6 — GPIO |
| Pin 4 | VDD — Digital supply (3.3 V typ.) |
| Pin 5 | VSS — Digital ground |
| Pin 6 | PTA0 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 7 | PTA1 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 8 | PTA2 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 9 | PTA3 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 10 | PTA4 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 11 | PTA5 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 12 | PTA6 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 13 | PTA7 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 14 | VREFH — ADC reference high |
| Pin 15 | VREFL — ADC reference low |
| Pin 16 | VDDA — Analog supply |
| Pin 17 | VSSA — Analog ground |
| Pin 18 | PTB0 — GPIO |
| Pin 19 | PTB1 — GPIO |
| Pin 20 | PTB2 — GPIO |
| Pin 21 | PTB3 — GPIO |
| Pin 22 | PTB4 — GPIO |
| Pin 23 | PTB5 — GPIO |
| Pin 24 | PTB6 — GPIO |
| Pin 25 | PTB7 — GPIO |
| Pin 26 | PTC0 — GPIO / LCD segment |
| Pin 27 | PTC1 — GPIO / LCD segment |
| Pin 28 | PTC2 — GPIO / LCD segment |
| Pin 29 | PTC3 — GPIO / LCD segment |
| Pin 30 | PTC4 — GPIO / LCD segment |
| Pin 31 | PTC5 — GPIO / LCD segment |
| Pin 32 | PTC6 — GPIO / LCD segment |
| Pin 33 | PTC7 — GPIO / LCD segment |
| Pin 34 | CANTX — CAN transmit output |
| Pin 35 | CANRX — CAN receive input |
| Pin 36 | USB_DP — USB D+ data line |
| Pin 37 | USB_DM — USB D- data line |
| Pin 38 | VUSB — USB 3.3 V supply |
| Pin 39 | VBUS — USB VBUS detect |
| Pin 40 | RESET — Reset input (active low) |
| Pin 41 | BKGD/MS — Background debug / mode select |
| Pin 42 | XTAL — Crystal oscillator input |
| Pin 43 | EXTAL — Crystal oscillator output |
| Pin 44 | VSS — Digital ground |
| Pin 45 | VDD — Digital supply |
| Pin 46 | PTE0/TxD1 — GPIO / SCI Tx |
| Pin 47 | PTE1/RxD1 — GPIO / SCI Rx |
| Pin 48 | PTE2/PWT — GPIO / PWT input |
Typical Applications
S9S08DZ96F2VLF is suitable for 6 applications: Automotive Body Control Module (BCM), Industrial CAN-IO Expansion Module, USB Diagnostic Bridge for Automotive Nodes, HVAC Control Panel with Segmented LCD, Battery-Powered Sensor Hub, Appliance Control with Motor PWM.
Automotive Body Control Module (BCM)
The S9S08DZ96F2VLF fits BCM designs because its 96 KB Flash holds the CAN stack, lighting/HVAC state machine and bootloader, while the on-chip MSCAN controller runs body-CAN at 500 kbps with deterministic interrupt latency. The AEC-Q100 qualification and -40C to +105C temperature envelope suit under-dash mounting near the cabin HVAC plenum. A typical BCM places the MCU on a 3.3V LDO (NCP1117) with bus isolation via TJA1050 transceiver; the 40 MHz S08 core provides enough throughput for 200 Hz update loops without taxing the 6 KB SRAM budget.
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Industrial CAN-IO Expansion Module
S9S08DZ96F2VLF is a strong fit for IP65 industrial IO blocks because the integrated CAN controller eliminates the need for an external CAN IC and the 5V tolerant I/O drives 24V-to-5V field-side signals via opto-isolators or digital isolators. The wide 2.7V-5.5V supply range tolerates battery-backed supply rails common in factory-floor cabinets. Designers use the LCD driver to show node address and fault codes locally without an LED cluster; the Flash sector size suits IEC 61131-3 runtime overlays.
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USB Diagnostic Bridge for Automotive Nodes
S9S08DZ96F2VLF serves as a USB-to-CAN diagnostic bridge in service tools because the integrated USB 2.0 Full-Speed device controller enumerates as a CDC or vendor-class device while the CAN controller simultaneously streams UDS (ISO 14229) traffic. The 96 KB Flash fits a lightweight UDS bootloader and J1939 handler, and the 6 KB RAM is sufficient for diagnostic message buffering. A standard implementation runs on a 16 MHz crystal divided from the 80 MHz bus-clock generation, exposed to the host via a USB-B mini connector with ESD protection (USBLC6-2SC6).
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HVAC Control Panel with Segmented LCD
S9S08DZ96F2VLF pairs its S08 core with an integrated LCD driver to drive a segmented glass display (typically 4x40 characters) for HVAC user interfaces. The Flash accommodates a zoned temperature-control state machine with PID loops, while the CAN controller talks to the rest of the HVAC network. The part's low-power stop modes (with peripheral wake on CAN) make it attractive for cabin systems that must tolerate long quiescent periods without draining the battery.
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Battery-Powered Sensor Hub
For wireless sensor gateways, S9S08DZ96F2VLF delivers 8-bit deterministic interrupt handling for end nodes that aggregate analog signals from sensors and relay them over CAN or USB. The 2.7V minimum supply permits direct 3.6V Li-SOCl2 cell operation without a boost converter, and the part's stop-mode current (microamps with peripherals gated) extends node lifetime. Internal bandgap and 10-bit ADC provide ratiometric measurements from ratiometric sensors.
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Appliance Control with Motor PWM
S9S08DZ96F2VLF works in white-goods control boards where the integrated PWM channels drive small brushless-DC or universal motors and the CAN interface enables field-service diagnostics. The 96 KB Flash stores look-up tables for soft-start ramps and over-current protection curves. Watchdog, COP and low-voltage detect on the S08 core give the reliability expected in appliance safety standards (IEC 60730) with minimal external supervision components.
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Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | S9S08DZ96F2MLH | S9S12H256J2VFVER | S9S08DZ60F1MLC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Package | 48-pin LQFP (7x7 mm) | 48-pin LQFP (drop-in) | 48-pin LQFP (drop-in) | 32-pin LQFP (NOT 48-pin) |
| Core | S08 (8-bit, 40 MHz) | S08 (8-bit, 40 MHz) | S12 (16-bit) | S08 (8-bit, 40 MHz) |
| Flash | 96 KB | 96 KB | 256 KB (+166%) | 60 KB (-37%) |
| RAM | 6 KB | 6 KB | 12 KB (+100%) | 4 KB (-33%) |
| CAN Controller | 1x MSCAN (CAN 2.0 A/B) | 1x MSCAN | 1x MSCAN | 1x MSCAN |
| USB | USB 2.0 FS device | USB 2.0 FS device | USB 2.0 FS device | USB 2.0 FS device |
| Operating Temperature | -40 C to +105 C | -40 C to +105 C | -40 C to +125 C | -40 C to +85 C |
| AEC-Q100 | Yes (automotive) | Yes | Yes | Industrial (not automotive) |
Key Differentiators
- Industry's first 8-bit MCU with embedded CAN, USB, and on-chip EEPROM (vs MC9S08GB60 (older NXP 8-bit MCUs))
- AEC-Q100 Grade 2 qualified at -40/+105C (vs S9S08DZ60F1MLC (industrial -40/+85C))
- 96 KB Flash on a 48-pin LQFP (vs S9S08DZ48F1CLH (only 48 KB in 64-pin LQFP))
- On-chip segmented LCD driver (vs STM8S207 (no integrated LCD))
Design Notes
Decouple the S9S08DZ96F2VLF with a 100 nF X7R within 5 mm of each VDD/VSS pair and a bulk 4.7 uF X5R on the main supply rail. The internal regulator draws peak currents during Flash programming bursts; insufficient decoupling shows up as random programming errors or BDM communication failures. Add a ferrite bead if the supply is shared with inductors or motors.
Do not leave the BKGD/MS pin floating. A 4.7 kohm pull-up to VDD is required for normal operation; in its absence the part will sit in reset or active background-debug mode. The RESET pin should hold a 1 nF cap close to the IC for clean rising edges; long RESET traces can pick up radiated noise in automotive environments and cause spurious resets.
Route the USB DP/DM traces as a 90-ohm differential pair with no stubs, length-matched within 1 mm. Keep the CANTX/CANRX pair length-matched within 2 mm and route them over an unbroken ground plane to control impedance at 120 ohm. The crystal traces (XTAL/EXTAL) should be short and guarded on both sides by ground pour to avoid spurious oscillator startups.
The CAN bus termination should sit at the two physical ends of the bus (120 ohm each), not at every node. Use a split-termination scheme with two 60-ohm resistors and a 4.7 nF cap to ground at the centre for improved EMI immunity, especially in 24V industrial cabinets. The S9S08DZ96F2VLF on-chip MSCAN handles arbitration but does not replace proper bus physics.
Compliance Information
AEC-Q100 qualified per NXP product page. RoHS compliant per distributor listings (as of 2026-10-19). Halogen-free status not directly stated in supplied data - confirm via request to NXP PCN team.
