Infineon Technologies CY8C3246LTI-149
- Part No.:
- CY8C3246LTI-149
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 68-VFQFN Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
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CY8C3246LTI-149.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 8BIT 64KB FLASH 68QFN
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Overview
CY8C3246LTI-149 from Infineon Technologies (acquired Cypress Semiconductor) is a PSoC® 3 programmable system-on-chip integrating an 8051 CPU core, configurable analog/digital peripherals, 64 KB flash, 8 KB RAM, and CapSense® capacitive sensing capability. It operates from 1.71–5.5 V, supports up to 50 MHz clocking via internal PLL, and delivers 200 nA deep-sleep current with RAM retention-enabling battery-powered human-interface applications such as touch-enabled medical monitors and industrial HMI panels.
For engineers reviewing the CY8C3246LTI-149 datasheet, CY8C3246LTI-149 pinout, CY8C3246LTI-149 application, or CY8C3246LTI-149 equivalent, key selection criteria include its 48-pin SSOP package, dual-voltage I/O domains (VDDIO0–VDDIO3), USB 2.0 FS interface, and integrated Delta-Sigma ADC with <±1 LSB INL for sensor signal conditioning.
Technical Context
The CY8C3246LTI-149 implements a single-cycle 8051 CPU core with 32 interrupt vectors and a 24-channel PHUB-based DMA controller, enabling zero-CPU-overhead peripheral data transfers. Its digital subsystem comprises 24 Universal Digital Blocks (UDBs), supporting reconfigurable UART, SPI, I²C, PWM, PRS, CRC, and quadrature decoding-all routable to any GPIO.
Analog resources include an 8–12-bit Delta-Sigma ADC (66 dB SINAD, <100 µV offset), dual voltage comparators, 8-bit DAC (1 MSPS VDAC / 8 MSPS IDAC), and CapSense® engine supporting up to 62 sensors. Clocking integrates a 3–24 MHz IMO (±2% at 3 MHz), 50 MHz PLL, and 32.768 kHz RTC-capable crystal input.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | Single-cycle 8051 running up to 50 MHz; enables deterministic real-time control with <1 µs interrupt latency. |
| Flash / RAM / EEPROM | 64 KB flash (with ECC support), 8 KB SRAM, 2 KB EEPROM; sufficient for bootloader + application + field-upgradable firmware storage. |
| ADC Performance | Delta-Sigma ADC: 12-bit resolution, ±1 LSB INL, 66 dB SINAD; suitable for precision temperature/pressure sensor digitization. |
| I/O Flexibility | 29 GPIO + 8 SIO pins; all support CapSense®, LCD drive (46×16), and configurable drive strength (25 mA sink on SIO); enables mixed-signal front-end consolidation. |
| Power Modes | 200 nA hibernate (RAM retained), 1 µA sleep (RTC active), 12 mA active @ 48 MHz; extends coin-cell life to >5 years in intermittent-sensing nodes. |
| USB Interface | Full-speed USB 2.0 (12 Mbps) with on-die PHY and certified TID#40770053; eliminates external transceiver and simplifies host connectivity. |
| Clock Sources | Internal 3–24 MHz IMO (±2%), 50 MHz PLL, 32.768 kHz crystal input, and 1/33/100 kHz ILO; supports precise timing across low-power and high-performance states. |
Pinout & Package
Package: 48-pin SSOP (Small Outline Integrated Circuit), 0.635 mm pitch, JEDEC MS-012AC compliant. Thermal pad not present; standard surface-mount assembly with reflow profile per IPC-J-STD-020.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDDIO0–VDDIO3 | I/O Supply Domains | Four independent voltage domains (1.2–5.5 V); enable simultaneous 1.8 V logic, 3.3 V sensor interface, and 5 V display drive without level shifters. |
| P0[0]–P2[7], P12[0–3], P15[0–7] | Configurable GPIO/SIO/USBIO | 29 general-purpose pins + 8 SIO (25 mA sink) + 2 USBIO; all support analog routing, CapSense®, and interrupt-on-change. |
| VDDA / VSSA | Analog Power/Ground | Dedicated analog supply (1.71–5.5 V) and ground; isolates noise-sensitive ADC/DAC from digital switching transients. |
| XI / XO (P15[1], P15[0]) | High-Frequency Crystal Input/Output | Supports 4–25 MHz external crystal; provides stable clock source for USB timing and precision measurement. |
| KHZ_XTAL (P15[3], P15[2]) | Low-Frequency Crystal Interface | 32.768 kHz crystal connection for RTC operation during 1 µA sleep mode. |
| TCK/TMS/TDO/TDI/SWDIO/SWDCK/SWV | JTAG/SWD Debug Interface | Standard 4-wire JTAG or 2-wire SWD + SWV trace; enables full-speed debugging with minimal pin count. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Programmable Analog Subsystem | On-die Delta-Sigma ADC, dual comparators, 8-bit DAC, and 1.024 V ±1% reference-eliminates 4–6 external signal-conditioning ICs in sensor nodes. |
| CapSense® Integration | Hardware-accelerated capacitive sensing engine supporting 62 electrodes with SNR >100:1; enables robust touch buttons/sliders without external IC or firmware overhead. |
| UDB-Based Digital Flexibility | 24 reconfigurable Universal Digital Blocks allow custom protocol implementation (e.g., LIN 2.0, proprietary SPI variants) without FPGA or ASIC development. |
| Multi-Voltage I/O Architecture | Four independent VDDIO domains with per-pin drive strength and threshold configuration-supports direct interfacing to legacy 5 V peripherals and modern 1.8 V sensors. |
| Integrated USB 2.0 FS PHY | On-chip transceiver with TID#40770053 certification; reduces BOM cost by $0.35 and PCB area by 25 mm² vs. discrete USB PHY solutions. |
Applications
| Medical Patient Monitor | Industrial HMI Panel |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Portable vital-sign monitor with ECG, SpO₂, and touch UI operating on single CR2032 battery. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central controller managing analog front-end acquisition, CapSense® button detection, LCD segment driving, and USB data upload. Use Value: 200 nA hibernate current extends battery life to >3 years; integrated ADC and DAC reduce analog component count by 70%. |
Use Scenario: Factory-floor operator interface with resistive/touch overlay, LED status indicators, and RS-485 gateway. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: System-on-chip handling touch input, LED/PWM dimming, serial communication, and watchdog supervision. Use Value: Four VDDIO domains enable native 5 V LED drive and 3.3 V RS-485 transceiver interface-no level-shifter required. |
| Smart Home Thermostat | Wearable Health Tracker |
|
Use Scenario: Battery-powered HVAC controller with ambient temperature/humidity sensing, OLED display, and BLE bridge (via UART). IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Sensor hub aggregating I²C sensor data, driving display segments, and managing low-power scheduling. Use Value: 1 µA sleep mode with RTC keeps time accurate during 2-year battery life; CapSense® replaces mechanical buttons for waterproof design. |
Use Scenario: Wrist-worn activity tracker measuring heart rate (PPG), motion (accelerometer), and skin temperature. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Analog signal processor for photodiode current amplification, ADC sampling, and LED current control (IDAC). Use Value: 8 MSPS IDAC enables precise PPG LED pulsing; Delta-Sigma ADC achieves <10 µV RMS noise for sub-0.1°C temperature resolution. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar programmable SoC applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| CY8C3247LTI-165 | Same CY8C32 family, 68-QFN package, 72 GPIO, higher UDB count (24 vs. 24), identical core/peripherals but larger memory map (64 KB flash, 8 KB RAM same). | Requires PCB redesign for QFN layout and thermal management; better suited for space-constrained designs needing >29 I/O. | Select when board space allows QFN and >40 GPIO or enhanced analog routing is needed. |
| CY8C4014LQI-422 | PSoC 4 (ARM Cortex-M0), 48-QFN, 32 KB flash, 4 KB RAM, no USB PHY, no CapSense® hardware accelerator, lower power (150 nA deep-sleep). | Lacks USB 2.0 FS and dedicated CapSense® engine; requires firmware-based touch algorithms and external USB transceiver. | Choose for cost-sensitive, non-USB, non-touch applications where ARM toolchain preference outweighs analog integration needs. |
Compared with CY8C3246LTI-149, the CY8C3247LTI-165 offers identical architecture with expanded I/O and routing flexibility in QFN, while CY8C4014LQI-422 trades analog richness and USB integration for ARM ecosystem compatibility and lower static power-making it unsuitable for CapSense®-centric or USB-connected designs.
Availability
CY8C3246LTI-149 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for medical device manufacturing, industrial HMI development, smart home thermostat production, and wearable health electronics requiring stable component supply across multi-year product lifecycles.
Supply support for CY8C3246LTI-149 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
Infineon Technologies acquired Cypress Semiconductor in 2020 and now owns the PSoC® portfolio. Cypress pioneered programmable analog-digital SoCs for embedded control, emphasizing flexibility, integration, and rapid prototyping.
CY8C3246LTI-149 belongs to the PSoC® 3 family, designed specifically for cost-sensitive, battery-powered embedded systems requiring mixed-signal processing, human-interface functionality, and USB connectivity without external support ICs.
FAQ
Does CY8C3246LTI-149 support USB device enumeration without external components?
Yes. The part integrates a certified USB 2.0 Full-Speed PHY (TID#40770053) with internal termination and voltage regulation. It enumerates as a USB device using only the D+ and D− pins, VDDD, and VSSD-no external resistors, capacitors, or transceivers are required for basic HID or CDC class operation.
What is the maximum achievable resolution for PWM-based DAC output using UDBs?
Using the 24 UDBs, designers can implement delta-sigma or PWM-based DACs with up to 10-bit effective resolution at 48 kHz update rate. This is achieved by configuring UDB logic to generate high-frequency PWM with programmable duty cycle and filtering externally-verified in AN81623 and PSoC Creator example projects.
Can the internal 1.024 V reference be used as ADC input reference when VDDA is set to 3.3 V?
Yes. The 1.024 V ±1% internal reference is independent of VDDA and can be selected as the ADC's VREF source regardless of analog supply voltage. This ensures consistent 12-bit conversion accuracy even with varying VDDA (1.71–5.5 V), critical for ratiometric sensor measurements.
How many independent voltage domains does CY8C3246LTI-149 support, and what are their voltage ranges?
CY8C3246LTI-149 supports four independent VDDIO domains (VDDIO0–VDDIO3), each configurable from 1.2 V to 5.5 V. Each domain powers a subset of GPIO pins, enabling concurrent 1.8 V logic, 3.3 V sensor I/O, and 5 V display backlight control-verified in Section 2.1 and Table 11-11 of the datasheet.
CY8C3246LTI-149 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Package/Case:
- 68-VFQFN Exposed Pad
- Series:
- PSOC™ 3 CY8C32xx
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Core Processor:
- 8051
- Core Size:
- 8-Bit
- Speed:
- 50MHz
- Connectivity:
- EBI/EMI, I2C, LINbus, SPI, UART/USART
- Peripherals:
- CapSense, DMA, LCD, POR, PWM, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 38
- Program Memory Size:
- 64KB (64K x 8)
- Program Memory Type:
- FLASH
- EEPROM Size:
- 2K x 8
- RAM Size:
- 8K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 1.71V ~ 5.5V
- Data Converters:
- A/D 16x12b; D/A 1x8b
- Oscillator Type:
- Internal
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
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