Infineon Technologies CY8C4146LQE-S453T
- Part No.:
- CY8C4146LQE-S453T
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 40-UFQFN Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
-
CY8C4146LQE-S453T.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 32BIT 64KB FLASH 40QFN
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Product details
Overview
CY8C4146LQE-S453T from Infineon is an AEC-Q100 Grade-S (–40°C to +105°C) automotive-grade PSoC™ 4100S Plus microcontroller featuring a 48-MHz Arm® Cortex®-M0+ CPU, 128 KB flash, 16 KB SRAM, and integrated CAPSENSE™ capacitive sensing with >5:1 SNR. It includes five reconfigurable SCBs (I²C/SPI/UART/LIN), a CAN 2.0B block with TTCAN support, and eight 16-bit TCPWM blocks-used in motor control, touch HMI, and body electronics.
For engineers reviewing the CY8C4146LQE-S453T datasheet, CY8C4146LQE-S453T pinout, CY8C4146LQE-S453T application, or CY8C4146LQE-S453T equivalent, key selection criteria include AEC-Q100 Grade-S qualification, on-chip CAPSENSE™ with SmartSense auto-tuning, CAN 2.0B + TTCAN capability, Deep Sleep current of 2.5 µA, and 54 GPIO with programmable drive strength and slew rate.
Technical Context
This device implements a mixed-signal SoC architecture where analog and digital resources-including two continuous-time opamps, a 12-bit 1-Msps SAR ADC, dual IDACs, and low-power comparators-are fully reconfigurable via hardware routing. Its programmable Smart I/O blocks enable Boolean logic on GPIO signals without CPU intervention.
The clock system integrates multiple sources: 4–33 MHz ECO, 32-kHz WCO, ±2% IMO, and 32-kHz ILO, with a PLL generating the 48-MHz core clock. The CAN block supports time-triggered operation for deterministic communication in safety-critical automotive subsystems.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | Arm® Cortex®-M0+, 48 MHz - enables real-time deterministic execution for motor control and sensor fusion. |
| Flash / SRAM | 128 KB flash with Read Accelerator / 16 KB SRAM - supports complex firmware with CAPSENSE™ tuning and CAN protocol stacks. |
| Operating Voltage | 1.71 V to 5.5 V - allows direct interface with 3.3 V and 5 V automotive peripherals without level-shifting. |
| Temperature Range | Grade-S: –40°C to +105°C - qualified for under-hood and cabin-control applications per AEC-Q100 Rev G. |
| CAPSENSE™ Performance | Sigma-delta CSD with >5:1 SNR and water tolerance - enables robust touch buttons/knobs in humid or wet environments. |
| CAN Interface | CAN 2.0B with TTCAN support - provides synchronized message scheduling for distributed chassis control systems. |
| Low-Power Mode | Deep Sleep at 2.5 µA with operational analog - sustains capacitive wake-up detection while minimizing battery drain. |
Pinout & Package
Package: 48-pin QFN (7 mm × 7 mm, 0.5 mm pitch), RoHS-compliant, wettable flank.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDDIO0–VDDIO3 | I/O Power Supply | Independent 1.71–5.5 V domains per port group - enables mixed-voltage interfacing (e.g., 3.3 V MCU logic + 5 V analog sensors). |
| P0.0–P0.7, P1.0–P1.7, etc. (up to P8.3) | Programmable GPIO | 54 total pins; each supports CAPSENSE™, analog input/output, digital logic, or LCD segment drive - no fixed peripheral pinout required. |
| XTAL_IN / XTAL_OUT | External Crystal Oscillator | Connects to 4–33 MHz crystal for high-accuracy timing - used for CAN bit-rate stability and ECU synchronization. |
| CAN_TX / CAN_RX | CAN Transceiver Interface | Dedicated differential pair routed internally to CAN block - eliminates external transceiver routing errors and reduces EMI susceptibility. |
| WCO_IN / WCO_OUT | Watch Crystal Oscillator | 32.768 kHz crystal input for RTC and low-power wake-up timing - maintains timekeeping during Deep Sleep. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Reconfigurable Analog Blocks | Two opamps configurable as buffers, comparators, or ADC front-ends - eliminate external signal-conditioning components in sensor interfaces. |
| SmartSense Auto-Tuning | Hardware-accelerated CAPSENSE™ calibration - removes manual tuning effort and ensures consistent performance across temperature and PCB stack-up variations. |
| Programmable Smart I/O | Boolean logic (AND/OR/XOR) applied directly to GPIO inputs/outputs - offloads simple state-machine tasks from CPU, reducing latency and power. |
| TTCAN Support | Time-triggered scheduling with guaranteed message delivery windows - meets ASAM MCD-2 MC and AUTOSAR COM timing requirements. |
| True Random Number Generator | On-chip TRNG compliant with NIST SP 800-90B - enables secure key generation for TLS handshake and firmware authentication in OTA updates. |
Applications
| Body Control Module (BCM) | Touch-Based Climate Control Panel |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Centralized management of door locks, lighting, wipers, and window lifts in modern vehicles. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main controller executing LIN slave protocols, PWM fan control, and discrete I/O monitoring. Use Value: Integrated TCPWM blocks drive multi-speed fans; CAN interface synchronizes with gateway ECU; Deep Sleep mode extends standby battery life. | Use Scenario: Capacitive touch interface for HVAC settings with gesture recognition and water tolerance. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: CAPSENSE™-optimized MCU handling real-time touch scan, noise rejection, and UI rendering. Use Value: >5:1 SNR and SmartSense ensure reliable operation under condensation; 54 GPIO allow direct connection to display backlight and thermistor network. |
| Electric Power Steering (EPS) Sensor Interface | Automotive Gateway Node |
Use Scenario: Acquisition and preprocessing of torque, position, and motor current signals for EPS assist algorithms. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Analog front-end with 12-bit SAR ADC, opamp buffering, and IDAC-based ratiometric excitation. Use Value: Simultaneous sampling and hardware averaging reduce MCU load; 1-Msps conversion enables 10 kHz control loop sampling. | Use Scenario: Protocol translation between CAN FD backbone and legacy LIN/UART subnetworks in domain controllers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-bus node managing message routing, filtering, and time-synchronized diagnostics. Use Value: Five SCBs support concurrent CAN, LIN, and UART; TTCAN ensures deterministic diagnostic response timing per ISO 14229-1. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar programmable automotive microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| NXP S32K144W | ARM Cortex-M4F core, 112 MHz; includes Ethernet MAC; no integrated CAPSENSE™ | Better suited for high-performance motor control with FPU; lacks native capacitive touch IP | Select when floating-point computation or Ethernet connectivity is required over touch integration. |
| Renesas RL78/F14 | 16-bit RL78 core, 32 MHz; 256 KB flash; AEC-Q100 Grade-2 (–40°C to +105°C); no CAN FD or TTCAN | Lower cost for basic body electronics; limited analog flexibility and no sigma-delta CAPSENSE™ | Select for cost-sensitive, non-touch applications where CAN 2.0B suffices and mixed-signal programmability is not needed. |
Compared with S32K144W and RL78/F14, CY8C4146LQE-S453T uniquely combines AEC-Q100 Grade-S qualification, on-die CAPSENSE™ with SmartSense, TTCAN, and reconfigurable analog/digital fabric-making it optimal for touch-enabled, safety-aware automotive nodes where hardware-level flexibility reduces BOM count and design cycle time.
Availability
CY8C4146LQE-S453T is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for body control modules, touch-based climate panels, electric power steering sensor interfaces, and automotive gateway nodes requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long production lifecycles.
Supply support for CY8C4146LQE-S453T 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 supporting automotive AEC-Q100 and industrial reliability standards.
CY8C4146LQE-S453T belongs to the PSoC™ 4100S Plus product line, designed specifically for automotive human-machine interface and distributed control applications requiring integrated capacitive sensing, CAN communication, and low-power mixed-signal programmability.
FAQ
Does CY8C4146LQE-S453T support CAN FD?
No. This device implements a CAN 2.0B controller with Time-Triggered CAN (TTCAN) capability but does not support CAN FD data rates or extended frame formats. For CAN FD, consider Infineon's AURIX™ TC3xx family or later-generation PSoC™ devices with CAN FD blocks.
What development tools are officially supported for this part?
Infineon officially supports ModusToolbox™ (v3.1+) and legacy PSoC™ Creator v4.4 for CY8C4146LQE-S453T. Hardware debugging requires MiniProg3 or KitProg3; the CY8CKIT-149 prototyping kit provides full pin access and CAPSENSE™ evaluation capability.
Is the 12-bit SAR ADC capable of simultaneous sampling?
Yes. The 12-bit SAR ADC supports hardware channel sequencing with up to 16 channels and includes a built-in signal averaging function. While it uses a single ADC core, the sequencer and DMA enable deterministic multi-channel acquisition with minimal CPU overhead.
How is CAPSENSE™ calibrated across temperature and voltage variations?
CY8C4146LQE-S453T uses SmartSense™-a hardware-accelerated auto-tuning algorithm that dynamically adjusts IDAC current, scan resolution, and baseline tracking parameters in real time, ensuring stable button detection across –40°C to +105°C and 1.71–5.5 V supply range without host firmware intervention.
CY8C4146LQE-S453T Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Package/Case:
- 40-UFQFN Exposed Pad
- 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, LCD, POR, PWM, Temp Sensor, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 34
- 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, Wettable Flank
- Supplier Device Package:
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