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NXP Semiconductors A7001CGHN1/T1AGBEL
- Part No.:
- A7001CGHN1/T1AGBEL
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Application Specific Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 32-VFQFN Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
-
A7001CGHN1/T1AGBEL.pdf
- Description:
- SECURE AUTHENTICATION MICROCONTR
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Product details
Overview
A7001CGHN1/T1AGBEL from NXP Semiconductors is a tamper-resistant secure authentication microcontroller based on the hardened MX51CPU core, featuring JCOP 2.4.2 R1 Java Card OS, 76.4 kB EEPROM, I²C slave interface (100 kbit/s), and hardware-accelerated cryptographic coprocessors for RSA-2048, ECC-320, AES-128/192/256, and triple-DES. It operates from −25 °C to +85 °C and targets embedded security in mobile, IoT, and industrial host systems requiring certified client authentication.
For engineers reviewing the A7001CGHN1/T1AGBEL datasheet, A7001CGHN1/T1AGBEL pinout, A7001CGHN1/T1AGBEL application, or A7001CGHN1/T1AGBEL equivalent, key selection criteria include its ISO/IEC 7816 absence, HVQFN32 package compatibility, JCOP V3.0.1 classic compliance, 40 µA sleep current with weak-pull I²C, and die-specific X.509 certificate pre-installation for zero-touch PKI integration.
Technical Context
The A7001CGHN1/T1AGBEL implements an asynchronous self-timed handshake architecture to resist timing-based side-channel attacks and integrates Secure Fetch Technology to protect ROM/RAM/EEPROM code fetches against laser and light fault injection. Its dedicated MX51 CPU executes Java Card applets under JCOP 2.4.2 R1 while enforcing memory isolation via hardware MMU and ACM.
Cryptographic operations are offloaded to three independent coprocessors: a PKI unit supporting RSA-2048 and ECC-GF(p) up to 320-bit, a secured triple-DES engine with ECB/CBC/CBC-MAC modes, and a parallel 128-bit AES accelerator. All are hardened against DPA/SPA per Cryptography Research license and include on-chip TRNG (AIS-31 compliant).
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core Architecture | MX51 security-hardened 80C51 derivative with asynchronous handshaking logic |
| Operating Voltage | 1.62 V to 5.5 V - supports wide-range host power domains without level-shifting |
| EEPROM Capacity | 76.4 kB - stores applets, keys, certificates, and persistent data with 25-year retention |
| I²C Interface | 100 kbit/s slave only - enables low-pin-count, low-power host communication |
| Sleep Current | 40 µA typical - maintains bus integrity with weak-pull I²C pads during idle |
| Crypto Acceleration | RSA-2048, ECC-320, AES-128/192/256, triple-DES - reduces host CPU load and latency for TLS/DTLS handshakes |
| Security Certifications | Common Criteria EAL5+ certified environment for key provisioning - ensures trusted boot and attestation root-of-trust |
Pinout & Package
HVQFN32 package (SOT617-1), 5 mm × 5 mm × 0.85 mm body, thermally enhanced, no leads, 32-terminal surface-mount design optimized for compact embedded modules.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD | Power supply | Main supply input (1.62–5.5 V); decoupling required per JEDEC JESD62 |
| VSS | Ground | Digital ground reference; separate analog ground not present |
| SDA/IO1 | I²C data bidirectional | Open-drain I²C slave data line; supports weak pull-up mode in sleep |
| SCL/IO2 | I²C clock input | Input-only I²C clock; synchronous with host master; no internal clock generation |
| RST_N | Active-low reset | Hardware reset input; triggers power-on reset sequence; no software reset capability |
| PVDD/CLK | Optional clock supply | External clock input (if used); otherwise internally generated 62 MHz CPU clock |
| IO3 | General-purpose I/O | Configurable GPIO per JCOPX API; supports input/output mode and read/set/clear control |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Secure Fetch Technology | Protects instruction fetches from ROM/RAM/EEPROM against laser fault injection and spatially resolved optical attacks |
| Asynchronous Handshake Core | Eliminates deterministic clock timing, defeating SPA/DPA side-channel leakage during crypto execution |
| X.509 Client Auth Applet | Pre-installed, field-proven TLS client authentication applet enabling immediate PKI integration without custom development |
| Die-Specific Key Provisioning | Unique RSA/ECC key pairs and X.509 certificates generated and injected in certified HSM environment pre-die separation |
| JCOPX IO Configuration API | Enables runtime reconfiguration of I²C slave address and GPIO direction/control without OS restart or applet reload |
Applications
| Mobile Device Authentication | Industrial IoT Edge Node Identity |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Securing firmware updates and cloud API access in Android-based handheld terminals. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Secure element co-processor handling TLS 1.2/1.3 client certificate exchange and signature generation. Use Value: Enables FIPS 140-2 Level 3–compliant device identity with zero-touch enrollment using pre-provisioned X.509 certs. | Use Scenario: Authenticating sensor gateways in factory automation networks before joining MQTT broker. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Root-of-trust for machine-to-machine (M2M) mutual TLS handshake and firmware signature verification. Use Value: Prevents unauthorized node onboarding via hardware-bound ECDSA signatures and 25-year EEPROM key storage. |
| Pay-TV Conditional Access | Medical Device Software Licensing |
Use Scenario: Enforcing content decryption rights in set-top boxes using broadcast conditional access protocols. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Secure execution environment for CA applets with protected key storage and real-time DES/AES decryption. Use Value: Meets DVB-CI and GlobalPlatform 2.1.1 requirements with tamper-resistant triple-DES coprocessor and active shielding. | Use Scenario: Binding licensed diagnostic software features to FDA-cleared medical hardware platforms. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Embedded secure vault for storing asymmetric keys used to verify signed feature unlock tokens. Use Value: Ensures regulatory compliance by preventing feature cloning via hardware-enforced key binding and EEPROM write endurance (500k cycles). |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar secure authentication microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| ST33G1M2AE | ARM SecurCore SC000 core; 1.8 V only; ISO/IEC 7816-3 contact interface included; no I²C slave mode | Targets smart card readers and payment terminals requiring contact interface compliance | Select when ISO/IEC 7816 T=0/T=1 physical layer is mandatory and host uses UART/USB instead of I²C |
| Infineon SLB9670 | TPM 2.0-compliant; SPI interface only; no Java Card OS; fixed TPM command set; no applet deployment | Designed for PC/laptop platform trust anchors, not embedded host-side authentication | Select when system requires standardized TPM 2.0 stack integration rather than customizable Java Card applet environment |
Compared with ST33G1M2AE and SLB9670, the A7001CGHN1/T1AGBEL uniquely delivers I²C-native secure element functionality with full Java Card programmability, die-specific X.509 provisioning, and hardware countermeasures optimized for compact embedded hosts-making it optimal for resource-constrained devices needing flexible, standards-aligned PKI integration without contact interface overhead.
Availability
A7001CGHN1/T1AGBEL is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for mobile device authentication, industrial IoT edge node identity, pay-TV conditional access, and medical device software licensing requiring stable component supply across long-lifecycle deployments.
Supply support for A7001CGHN1/T1AGBEL includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
NXP Semiconductors is a global semiconductor leader specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and consumer applications, with decades of expertise in certified secure microcontrollers.
The A700x family was designed specifically for embedded secure element applications demanding high-assurance authentication, cryptographic agility, and seamless integration into host systems via standard interfaces like I²C-without requiring external secure elements or discrete crypto ICs.
FAQ
What security certifications apply to the A7001CGHN1/T1AGBEL?
The A7001CGHN1/T1AGBEL itself is not individually certified, but it is manufactured and provisioned in a Common Criteria EAL5+-certified secure environment. Its JCOP 2.4.2 R1 operating system is certified to Java Card Platform V3.0.1 Classic and GlobalPlatform 2.1.1. The chip incorporates >100 hardware and firmware countermeasures-including DPA/SPA resistance licensed from Cryptography Research-and meets AIS-31 for its on-chip TRNG. Full certification evidence is available under NDA from NXP.
Does the A7001CGHN1/T1AGBEL support ISO/IEC 7816 or ISO/IEC 14443 interfaces?
No, the A7001CGHN1/T1AGBEL does not support ISO/IEC 7816 or ISO/IEC 14443 interfaces. Per Table 4 in the datasheet, only A7003/A7004 (7816) and A7005/A7006 (7816 + 14443) variants include those contact/contactless options. The A7001CGHN1/T1AGBEL is I²C-only, making it ideal for space-constrained embedded hosts where contactless or smart-card-style interfaces are unnecessary.
How is cryptographic key material provisioned on the A7001CGHN1/T1AGBEL?
Each A7001CGHN1/T1AGBEL die receives unique, cryptographically strong RSA and ECC key pairs plus corresponding X.509 certificates during manufacturing in a certified secure NXP facility. Keys are generated inside Hardware Security Modules (HSMs), injected directly into on-chip EEPROM, and never exposed outside the secure environment. This enables zero-touch PKI enrollment and eliminates post-manufacturing personalization steps for basic client authentication use cases.
Can the I²C slave address of the A7001CGHN1/T1AGBEL be changed after deployment?
Yes, the I²C slave address of the A7001CGHN1/T1AGBEL can be reconfigured dynamically at runtime using the JCOPX IO Configuration and Control API. This feature-documented in the JCOP User Manual (Doc. 2318xx3)-allows host firmware to assign unique addresses to multiple A7001CGHN1/T1AGBEL devices on the same I²C bus without requiring hardware modifications or pre-programming during manufacturing.
What is the maximum operating temperature range for the A7001CGHN1/T1AGBEL?
The A7001CGHN1/T1AGBEL is rated for −25 °C to +85 °C operational ambient temperature, as confirmed in Section 2.2 and Table 4 of the datasheet. This distinguishes it from the A7002/A7004/A7006 variants, which support −40 °C to +90 °C. The A7001CGHN1/T1AGBEL's thermal specification aligns with commercial and industrial indoor applications where extended temperature tolerance is not required.
A7001CGHN1/T1AGBEL Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 32-VFQFN Exposed Pad
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Applications:
- Authentication
- Core Processor:
- MX51
- Program Memory Type:
- EEPROM (76.4kB)
- Controller Series:
- A700x
- RAM Size:
- 3.2K x 8
- Interface:
- I2C
- Number of I/O:
- -
- Voltage - Supply:
- 1.62V ~ 5.5V
- Operating Temperature:
- -25°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 32-HVQFN (5x5)
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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
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