Infineon Technologies CY8C4146AZE-S265T
- Part No.:
- CY8C4146AZE-S265T
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 64-LQFP
- Datasheet:
-
CY8C4146AZE-S265T.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 32BIT 64KB FLASH 64TQFP
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Product details
Overview
CY8C4146AZE-S265T from Infineon is an AEC-Q100 Grade-S (–40°C to +105°C) automotive-qualified PSoC™ 4100S Plus microcontroller featuring a 48-MHz Arm® Cortex®-M0+ CPU, 128 KB flash, 16 KB SRAM, and integrated CAPSENSE™ capacitive touch-sensing with SmartSense auto-tuning. It includes five reconfigurable serial communication blocks (I²C/SPI/UART/LIN), a CAN 2.0B interface with TTCAN support, and eight 16-bit TCPWM units-used in motor control, automotive body electronics, and human-machine interface modules.
For engineers reviewing the CY8C4146AZE-S265T datasheet, CY8C4146AZE-S265T pinout, CY8C4146AZE-S265T application, or CY8C4146AZE-S265T equivalent, key selection criteria include its AEC-Q100 qualification, Deep Sleep current (2.5 µA), 54 GPIO count with full CAPSENSE™/analog/digital flexibility, and hardware-accelerated sigma-delta capacitive sensing with >5:1 SNR.
Technical Context
This device implements a tightly integrated mixed-signal SoC architecture where programmable analog blocks (two opamps, 12-bit SAR ADC, two IDACs, two low-power comparators) coexist with digital logic resources including Smart I/O for Boolean port-level operations and eight TCPWM blocks supporting quadrature decoding and comparator-triggered kill signals. Its clock system combines a 4–33 MHz ECO, PLL, 32-kHz WCO, and ±2% IMO for precise timing across operating modes.
The CAN block supports time-triggered CAN (TTCAN) for deterministic communication in safety-critical automotive subsystems, while the CAPSENSE™ CSD engine delivers water-tolerant touch performance without external components-enabled by dedicated hardware sigma-delta modulation and automatic SmartSense tuning.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | Arm® Cortex®-M0+, 48 MHz max - enables real-time deterministic execution of automotive control tasks with Thumb-2 instruction set efficiency. |
| Flash / SRAM | 128 KB flash with Read Accelerator / 16 KB SRAM - supports complex firmware with fast code fetch and data buffering for sensor fusion or protocol stacks. |
| Operating Voltage | 1.71 V to 5.5 V - allows direct interfacing with 3.3 V and 5 V automotive peripherals without level-shifting. |
| Deep Sleep Current | 2.5 µA digital system current - sustains battery-powered wake-on-touch or periodic sensor polling over extended vehicle off-time. |
| CAPSENSE™ SNR | >5:1 signal-to-noise ratio - ensures reliable touch detection under wet conditions and EMI-rich automotive environments. |
| CAN Interface | CAN 2.0B with TTCAN support - provides synchronized message scheduling for distributed control systems requiring temporal predictability. |
| GPIO Count | 54 programmable pins - each configurable as CAPSENSE™, analog input/output, or digital with programmable drive strength/slew rate for noise-immune layout. |
Pinout & Package
Package: 48-pin QFN (7 mm × 7 mm, 0.5 mm pitch), RoHS-compliant, moisture sensitivity level 3.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDDIO0–VDDIO3 | I/O power domains | Four independent 1.71–5.5 V supplies enable mixed-voltage interfacing and domain-specific power gating. |
| P0[0]–P9[7] | Programmable GPIO | All 54 pins support CAPSENSE™, analog, or digital functions; each has configurable drive mode, slew rate, and interrupt capability. |
| XTAL_IN / XTAL_OUT | External crystal oscillator inputs | Supports 4–33 MHz ECO for high-accuracy timing; required for CAN bit timing stability and USB-like clock derivation. |
| CAN_TX / CAN_RX | Dedicated CAN transceiver interface | Hardwired to internal CAN controller; supports direct connection to ISO 11898-2 compliant physical layer transceivers. |
| WCO_IN / WCO_OUT | 32-kHz watch crystal oscillator | Enables RTC operation and low-power wake-up timing independent of main clock domain. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| SmartSense auto-tuning | Hardware-accelerated CAPSENSE™ calibration eliminates manual parameter adjustment and maintains touch accuracy across temperature/humidity drift. |
| Reconfigurable SCBs | Five serial communication blocks dynamically switch between I²C, SPI, UART, or LIN slave modes at runtime-reducing BOM count and PCB footprint. |
| TCPWM kill signal | Comparator-triggered hardware shutdown of PWM outputs within <100 ns-critical for motor fault protection in EPS or HVAC blower control. |
| Deep Sleep analog retention | Opamps, comparators, and SAR ADC remain active during 2.5 µA Deep Sleep-enabling continuous sensor monitoring without CPU wake-up. |
Applications
| Automotive Door Module | Touch-Controlled HVAC Panel |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Centralized control of window lift, mirror fold, and lock actuation via LIN/CAN network. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: MCU host managing LIN slave nodes, executing motor control algorithms, and handling CAPSENSE™-based button inputs. Use Value: Single-chip integration reduces component count; TTCAN ensures synchronized actuator response across vehicle domains. | Use Scenario: Climate control interface with wet-hand tolerant sliders and buttons in dashboard environment. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: CAPSENSE™ sensor hub with hardware sigma-delta modulation and SmartSense tuning. Use Value: >5:1 SNR and water tolerance eliminate false triggers during condensation or spill events. |
| Electric Power Steering (EPS) | Body Control Module (BCM) Subsystem |
Use Scenario: Torque assist computation and three-phase motor gate driver timing with fault-safe shutdown. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time controller using TCPWM blocks with comparator-triggered kill signals for motor phase protection. Use Value: Hardware-level PWM termination (<100 ns) meets ASIL-B functional safety timing requirements. | Use Scenario: Low-power lighting control, seat position memory, and ambient light sensing coordination. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: System manager running in Deep Sleep (2.5 µA) while monitoring wake sources via GPIO interrupts and analog comparators. Use Value: Enables multi-year battery life in key-off scenarios without compromising responsiveness. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar automotive microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| CY8C4147AZE-S475 | Same PSoC™ 4100S Plus family; 256 KB flash, 32 KB SRAM, identical peripheral set and package. | Higher memory capacity supports larger AUTOSAR-compliant stacks or OTA update partitions. | Select when firmware complexity exceeds 128 KB flash budget or dual-bank secure boot is required. |
| NXP S32K144HAT0MLHT | ARM Cortex-M4F core, 112 MHz, CAN FD, no integrated CAPSENSE™, requires external touch controller. | Targeted at higher-performance motor control or gateway applications needing CAN FD bandwidth and FPU acceleration. | Select when floating-point math, CAN FD, or ASIL-D decomposition is mandatory; not drop-in for CAPSENSE™-centric designs. |
Compared with CY8C4147AZE-S475, this part trades memory headroom for cost-sensitive volume production; versus S32K144HAT0MLHT, it offers superior integrated capacitive sensing but lacks CAN FD and floating-point capability-making it optimal for touch-centric AEC-Q100 Grade-S body electronics.
Availability
CY8C4146AZE-S265T is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive door modules, touch-based HVAC panels, electric power steering subsystems, and body control modules requiring stable component supply and AEC-Q100 compliance.
Supply support for CY8C4146AZE-S265T 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 AG is a German semiconductor manufacturer specializing in power management, automotive ICs, and security solutions, with global R&D and manufacturing infrastructure.
This device belongs to the PSoC™ 4100S Plus product line-designed specifically for cost-optimized, AEC-Q100-compliant automotive human-machine interfaces and body electronics requiring integrated capacitive sensing and mixed-signal flexibility.
FAQ
Is CY8C4146AZE-S265T qualified for automotive use?
Yes. It is AEC-Q100 qualified for Grade-S operation (–40°C to +105°C), with full qualification documentation available from Infineon. The device undergoes stress testing for thermal cycling, humidity, and ESD per AEC standards, and is intended for non-safety-critical automotive applications including door modules and climate controls.
Does this part support CAN FD?
No. CY8C4146AZE-S265T integrates a CAN 2.0B controller with time-triggered CAN (TTCAN) support but does not implement CAN FD physical layer or protocol extensions. For CAN FD requirements, consider Infineon's AURIX™ family or NXP S32K series devices.
What development tools are supported?
Infineon officially supports ModusToolbox™ (Eclipse-based, cross-platform) and legacy PSoC™ Creator (Windows-only). Both provide CAPSENSE™ configuration tools, Peripheral Driver Library (PDL), and BSPs for kits like CY8CKIT-149. Debugging uses SWD interface compatible with standard Arm® debug probes.
Can all 54 GPIOs be used simultaneously for CAPSENSE™?
No. While all 54 pins are CAPSENSE™-capable, simultaneous use is constrained by shared analog routing resources and CTB (continuous-time block) limitations. Practical CAPSENSE™ channel count depends on sensor layout and resolution requirements-typically up to 32 self-capacitive or 16 mutual-capacitive sensors per device, as validated in AN85951.
CY8C4146AZE-S265T Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Package/Case:
- 64-LQFP
- Series:
- PSOC™ 4 CY8C4100S Plus
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-M0+
- Core Size:
- 32-Bit
- Speed:
- 48MHz
- Connectivity:
- FIFO, I2C, IrDA, LINbus, Microwire, SmartCard, SPI, SSP, UART/USART
- Peripherals:
- Brown-out Detect/Reset, CapSense, DMA, POR, PWM, Temp Sensor, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 54
- Program Memory Size:
- 64KB (64K x 8)
- Program Memory Type:
- FLASH
- EEPROM Size:
- -
- RAM Size:
- 8K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 1.71V ~ 5.5V
- Data Converters:
- A/D 16x10b, 16x12b SAR; D/A 2x7b
- Oscillator Type:
- External, Internal
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C (TA)
- Grade:
- Automotive
- Qualification:
- AEC-Q100
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
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