Infineon Technologies CY8C4248LQI-BL563
- Part No.:
- CY8C4248LQI-BL563
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 56-UFQFN Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
-
CY8C4248LQI-BL563.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 32BIT 256KB FLASH 56UFQFN
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Product details
Overview
CY8C4248LQI-BL563 from Infineon is a 32-bit Arm® Cortex®-M0 microcontroller integrating AIROC™ Bluetooth® LE 4.2 radio, 48 MHz CPU, 256 KB flash, 32 KB SRAM, and programmable analog/digital blocks. It delivers BLE connectivity, capacitive sensing (CSD), LCD drive, and TCPWM for embedded wireless sensor nodes, smart home peripherals, and battery-powered IoT endpoints.
For engineers reviewing the CY8C4248LQI-BL563 datasheet, CY8C4248LQI-BL563 pinout, CY8C4248LQI-BL563 application, or CY8C4248LQI-BL563 equivalent, key selection criteria include integrated BLE subsystem performance (–89 dBm RX sensitivity, +3 dBm TX power), low-power Deep Sleep mode (1.5 µA with WCO), 36 GPIOs with CAPSENSE™/LCD/analog support, and QFN-56 package compatibility.
Technical Context
This MCU implements a tightly coupled BLE subsystem (BLESS) with dedicated digital PHY and link-layer engine supporting concurrent master/slave roles. Its analog subsystem includes four opamps with comparator mode and ADC input buffering, plus a 12-bit, 1-Msps SAR ADC with channel sequencer and signal averaging.
The digital architecture features four Universal Digital Blocks (UDBs), each with eight macrocells and data path, enabling custom logic synthesis. Two reconfigurable Serial Communication Blocks (SCBs) support runtime-switchable I²C/SPI/UART, while four 16-bit TCPWM blocks provide center-aligned PWM and comparator-triggered kill signals for motor control safety.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | Arm® Cortex®-M0 @ 48 MHz with single-cycle multiply and DMA - enables real-time firmware execution and peripheral offloading |
| Memory | 256 KB flash (with read accelerator) + 32 KB SRAM - supports complex BLE stack + application code + OTA update storage |
| BLE Performance | RX sensitivity –89 dBm; TX output –18 to +3 dBm - ensures robust 10–30 m indoor range with standard PCB antenna |
| Power Modes | Deep Sleep: 1.5 µA (WCO active); Hibernate: 150 nA (RAM retention) - extends coin-cell battery life to multi-year operation |
| Analog Peripherals | 12-bit 1-Msps SAR ADC with differential mode & sequencer; 4 opamps with comparator mode - enables high-SNR sensor signal conditioning and threshold detection |
| Digital I/O | 36 programmable GPIOs; all support CAPSENSE™, LCD segment/common, analog input, or digital functions - simplifies multi-function board design with pin reuse |
| Package | 7 mm × 7 mm, 56-pin QFN (LQI) - provides compact footprint with thermal pad for efficient heat dissipation in space-constrained modules |
Pinout & Package
Package: 7 mm × 7 mm, 56-pin QFN (exposed thermal pad), RoHS-compliant, moisture-sensitive level 3.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD | Core & I/O supply | 1.71–5.5 V input; powers CPU, BLE subsystem, and GPIOs - supports direct Li-ion or coin-cell operation |
| GND | Ground reference | Common return for analog/digital/RF domains; requires low-impedance connection to thermal pad |
| P0[0]–P0[7] | Programmable GPIO bank | Support CAPSENSE™, analog input, LCD segment, or UART TX/RX - enables flexible peripheral mapping without redesign |
| P1[0]–P1[7] | Programmable GPIO bank | Includes two overvoltage-tolerant (OVT) pins - allows direct interface to 5 V sensors or legacy buses |
| XTAL_IN / XTAL_OUT | BLE RF crystal oscillator | Drives 24 MHz crystal for BLE radio timing - requires external 24 MHz ±10 ppm crystal and matching network |
| WCO_IN / WCO_OUT | Watch crystal oscillator | Connects 32.768 kHz crystal for Deep Sleep timing - enables precise wake-up intervals with ultra-low current |
| SWDCK / SWDIO | Debug interface | ARM Serial Wire Debug pins - used for programming and real-time debugging via MiniProg3 or KitProg2 |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Integrated AIROC™ BLE Subsystem | Full Bluetooth® LE 4.2 stack hardware acceleration - eliminates need for external BLE SoC and reduces BOM count by one IC |
| Capacitive Sensing (CSD) | SNR >5:1 with liquid tolerance and SmartSense auto-tuning - enables reliable touch buttons/knobs on wet or curved surfaces |
| Programmable Analog Blocks | Four opamps usable as comparators or ADC buffers in Deep Sleep - permits always-on sensor wake-up without CPU intervention |
| Reconfigurable Digital Logic | Four UDBs with Verilog support - allows custom state machines or protocol accelerators without FPGA cost or complexity |
| Flexible SCB Peripherals | Two serial blocks configurable as I²C/SPI/UART at runtime - simplifies firmware adaptation across different sensor or host interfaces |
Applications
| Smart Wearable Sensor Hub | BLE-Enabled Industrial Control Panel |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Compact wrist-worn device monitoring heart rate, motion, and ambient light using analog sensors and capacitive touch controls. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central MCU executing BLE GATT server, managing CAPSENSE™ UI, sampling ADC channels, and driving low-power LCD segments. Use Value: Single-chip integration eliminates separate BLE transceiver and sensor interface ICs; Deep Sleep current of 1.5 µA enables 6+ month battery life on CR2032. | Use Scenario: Wall-mounted HMI panel in factory environment with pushbuttons, status LEDs, and RS-485 gateway connectivity. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main controller handling CAPSENSE™ button inputs, LED PWM dimming, BLE configuration updates, and SCB-based Modbus RTU communication. Use Value: OVT GPIOs tolerate industrial 24 V signaling; TCPWM blocks generate flicker-free LED dimming; BLE allows remote parameter tuning without physical access. |
| Wireless Smart Home Thermostat | Portable Medical Diagnostic Cuff |
Use Scenario: Battery-powered thermostat measuring temperature/humidity, displaying data on segmented LCD, and reporting to smartphone app. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: System-on-chip managing precision analog sensor reads, LCD segment drive in Deep Sleep, BLE advertising, and local PID control loop. Use Value: Integrated LCD driver operates in Deep Sleep with 4-bit memory per pin - maintains display content while drawing <2 µA, extending battery life beyond 2 years. | Use Scenario: Handheld blood pressure monitor with analog front-end, OLED display interface, and BLE transmission of clinical readings. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Signal acquisition MCU performing 12-bit ADC sampling of pressure transducer, filtering, BLE packetization, and low-jitter PWM for pump motor control. Use Value: 1-Msps SAR ADC with sequencer captures fast pressure waveforms; comparator-triggered TCPWM kill signal halts pump instantly upon overpressure detection. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar BLE-enabled microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nordic nRF52840-QIAA | 64 MHz Arm® Cortex®-M4F, 1 MB flash, no integrated analog peripherals (ADC/opamp), higher TX power (+8 dBm) | Lacks programmable analog blocks and CAPSENSE™ - requires external signal conditioning for sensor interfaces | Preferred when maximum BLE throughput or floating-point computation is required, but adds external components for analog sensing |
| Texas Instruments CC2642R1F | 48 MHz Arm® Cortex®-M4F, 352 KB flash, integrated 12-bit ADC (200 ksps), no programmable logic or LCD drive | No UDBs or LCD segment driver - limits hardware-accelerated custom logic and embedded display capability | Better for pure BLE + basic sensor node designs where programmable analog/digital flexibility is not needed |
Compared with nRF52840-QIAA and CC2642R1F, CY8C4248LQI-BL563 uniquely combines BLE 4.2, programmable analog/digital fabric, CAPSENSE™, and LCD drive in one die - reducing system-level component count and enabling field-reconfigurable functionality without firmware changes.
Availability
CY8C4248LQI-BL563 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for smart wearables, industrial HMIs, wireless thermostats, and portable medical devices requiring stable component supply and long-term lifecycle support.
Supply support for CY8C4248LQI-BL563 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 is a German semiconductor leader specializing in power management, automotive MCUs, and secure connectivity solutions, with global manufacturing and R&D infrastructure.
CY8C42xx-BL belongs to the PSoC™ 4 family designed for highly integrated, low-power embedded systems requiring mixed-signal programmability and wireless connectivity - targeting IoT edge nodes where hardware flexibility and rapid prototyping are critical.
FAQ
What development tools are supported for CY8C4248LQI-BL563?
Infineon's free PSoC™ Creator IDE provides schematic-based hardware design, pre-verified peripheral components, and automatic routing for analog/digital blocks. Firmware development uses GCC-based toolchain with CMSIS support. Debugging is enabled via SWD using MiniProg3 or KitProg2 programmers, and the CY8CKIT-042-BLE-A Pioneer Kit offers full evaluation capability with Arduino-compatible headers and onboard BLE antenna.
Does CY8C4248LQI-BL563 support over-the-air (OTA) firmware updates?
Yes, CY8C4248LQI-BL563 supports secure OTA DFU using the BLE stack and internal bootloader. Application notes AN91267 and AN97060 detail implementation with dual-bank flash layout, CRC validation, and rollback protection. The 256 KB flash allows simultaneous storage of active and update images, ensuring zero-downtime field upgrades without external memory.
How does the CAPSENSE™ subsystem handle water or condensation interference?
The CSD block achieves >5:1 SNR and liquid tolerance through shield-driven scanning, frequency hopping, and SmartSense auto-tuning. It dynamically adjusts scan parameters (IDAC current, resolution, averaging) to maintain button detection under wet conditions. Hardware-accelerated baseline tracking and noise filtering eliminate false triggers without CPU overhead, validated per IEC 61000-4-3 radiated immunity testing.
Can the BLE subsystem operate independently while the CPU is in Deep Sleep?
Yes, the BLESS subsystem retains full autonomous operation in Deep Sleep mode, including advertising, scanning, and connection handling. It wakes the CPU only on specific events (e.g., GATT write, connection request, or RSSI threshold breach), maintaining 1.5 µA system current. This enables ultra-low-power beaconing or sensor polling without continuous CPU activity.
CY8C4248LQI-BL563 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Package/Case:
- 56-UFQFN Exposed Pad
- Series:
- PSOC™ 4 CY8C4xx8 BLE
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-M0
- Core Size:
- 32-Bit Single-Core
- Speed:
- 48MHz
- Connectivity:
- I2C, IrDA, LINbus, Microwire, SmartCard, SPI, SSP, UART/USART
- Peripherals:
- Bluetooth, Brown-out Detect/Reset, DMA LCD, LVD, POR, PWM, SmartCard, SmartSense, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 36
- Program Memory Size:
- 256KB (256K x 8)
- Program Memory Type:
- FLASH
- EEPROM Size:
- -
- RAM Size:
- 32K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 1.71V ~ 5.5V
- Data Converters:
- A/D 16x12b SAR; D/A 2xIDAC
- Oscillator Type:
- Internal
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
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