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Infineon Technologies CY9AF144MABGL-GK9E1
- Part No.:
- CY9AF144MABGL-GK9E1
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 96-LFBGA
- Datasheet:
-
CY9AF144MABGL-GK9E1.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 32BIT 288KB FLASH 96FBGA
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Product details
Overview
CY9AF144MABGL-GK9E1 from Infineon Technologies (formerly Cypress) is a 32-bit ARM® Cortex®-M3 microcontroller with 256 KB dual-bank Flash, 32 KB on-chip SRAM (16 KB SRAM0 + 16 KB SRAM1), and operation up to 40 MHz. It integrates UART/CSIO/I²C interfaces, 24-channel 12-bit ADC (2.0 µs conversion), 8-channel DMA, RTC, HDMI-CEC, and six low-power modes - deployed in industrial motor control and smart metering systems.
For engineers reviewing the CY9AF144MABGL-GK9E1 datasheet, CY9AF144MABGL-GK9E1 pinout, CY9AF144MABGL-GK9E1 application, or CY9AF144MABGL-GK9E1 equivalent, key selection criteria include dual-bank Flash for concurrent read/erase, 5 V-tolerant I/O support on selected pins, hardware watchdog clocked by 100 kHz CR oscillator, and SWJ-DP debug interface without ETM.
Technical Context
This MCU implements the ARM Cortex-M3 r2p1 core with NVIC supporting 48 peripheral interrupts and 16 priority levels, plus a 24-bit SysTick timer for RTOS scheduling. Its memory subsystem features dual-bank Flash enabling background programming and independent SRAM banks (SRAM0 on I/D bus, SRAM1 on system bus) for deterministic real-time execution.
The peripheral set includes eight base timers (configurable as PWM/PPG/reload/PWC), two watchdogs (hardware and software), CRC accelerator for CCITT CRC16 and IEEE-802.3 CRC32, and HDMI-CEC transceiver with automatic ACK generation and arbitration loss detection - all operating within 1.65–3.6 V supply range.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | ARM Cortex-M3 r2p1, 40 MHz max - enables deterministic interrupt latency and RTOS compatibility |
| Flash Memory | 256 KB dual-bank (240 KB upper + 16 KB lower), 0-wait-state read - supports firmware updates without halting execution |
| SRAM | 32 KB total (16 KB SRAM0 + 16 KB SRAM1), separate bus connections - isolates instruction/data access from system DMA traffic |
| ADC | 24-channel 12-bit SAR, 2.0 µs conversion @ 2.7–3.6 V - meets sub-µs sampling requirements for motor current sensing |
| Low-Power Modes | Six modes including Deep Standby RTC/Stop with RAM retention - extends battery life in metering and remote sensor nodes |
| Debug Interface | Serial Wire JTAG Debug Port (SWJ-DP) only - provides full debug visibility without ETM trace overhead |
| Supply Voltage | 1.65 V to 3.6 V - compatible with single-cell Li-ion and regulated 3.3 V industrial rails |
Pinout & Package
CY9AF144MABGL-GK9E1 uses a 100-pin LQFP package (14 mm × 14 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) with exposed thermal pad. Pin functions are fully defined in Cypress document 002-05637 Rev. *D, pages 9–15.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VCC / VSS | Power supply / Ground | Dual VCC/VSS pairs per side ensure stable core/peripheral rail decoupling |
| PA0–PA15, PB0–PB15, etc. | General-purpose I/O | Up to 83 GPIOs; port relocate function allows flexible peripheral mapping |
| XTAL1 / XTAL2 | Main clock oscillator input | Supports 4–48 MHz crystal or external clock source for precise timing |
| OSC32IN / OSC32OUT | Sub-clock oscillator input/output | Drives 32.768 kHz RTC crystal for calendar timekeeping in low-power modes |
| SWDIO / SWCLK | Debug interface signals | Enable non-intrusive debugging and flash programming via SWJ-DP |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dual-bank Flash architecture | Enables Over-The-Air (OTA) firmware updates while application runs from alternate bank |
| Hardware watchdog with CR oscillator | Remains active in Sleep, Timer, and RTC modes - ensures fail-safe recovery during partial power-down |
| HDMI-CEC transceiver | Integrated START/EOM/ACK generation and automatic ACK reply - eliminates external protocol IC in AV control designs |
| 5 V-tolerant I/O pins | Allows direct interfacing with legacy 5 V logic without level shifters - reduces BOM count in mixed-voltage systems |
| CRC accelerator (CRC16/CRC32) | Offloads integrity checks from CPU - cuts firmware validation time by >90% for large data transfers |
Applications
| Industrial Motor Control | Smart Electricity Metering |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Closed-loop field-oriented control of 3-phase BLDC motors in HVAC compressors and pumps. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time execution of FOC algorithms, ADC sampling of phase currents, and PWM waveform generation with <1 µs jitter. Use Value: Dual-bank Flash enables seamless firmware upgrades during maintenance windows; 24-channel ADC captures simultaneous current/voltage samples. | Use Scenario: ANSI C12.19-compliant energy meter with tamper detection, tariff switching, and secure data logging. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Time-critical metrology processing, RTC-backed event timestamping, and AES-encrypted flash storage management. Use Value: Deep Standby RTC mode retains time and RAM state on backup coin cell; LVD2 reset prevents corrupted EEPROM writes during brownout. |
| Home Automation Gateway | Industrial Remote I/O Module |
Use Scenario: Zigbee/Z-Wave hub aggregating sensor data from lighting, thermostats, and door locks. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Protocol bridging between wireless stacks and wired interfaces (UART/I²C), with secure boot and OTA update handling. Use Value: Hardware watchdog ensures recovery from stack corruption; 8-channel DMA moves encrypted payloads without CPU load. | Use Scenario: DIN-rail mounted I/O node converting analog sensor inputs (4–20 mA, 0–10 V) to Modbus TCP over Ethernet. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-accuracy analog acquisition, deterministic Modbus response timing, and watchdog-monitored communication stack. Use Value: 12-bit ADC with scanning FIFO simplifies multi-channel polling; 5 V-tolerant GPIOs interface directly with PLC-level digital inputs. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar 32-bit ARM Cortex-M3 microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| STM32F103VCT6 | 72 MHz Cortex-M3, 256 KB Flash, no dual-bank architecture; lacks HDMI-CEC and CRC accelerator | Requires external components for CEC protocol and CRC offload; higher CPU load for integrity checks | Choose when higher clock speed and USB 2.0 FS are required, and CEC/CRC are not needed |
| NXP LPC1769FBD100 | 100 MHz Cortex-M3, 512 KB Flash, no dual-bank Flash; includes Ethernet MAC but no HDMI-CEC | Supports embedded Ethernet but adds complexity for non-networked metering or motor control | Prefer when 10/100 Mbps Ethernet connectivity is mandatory and dual-bank Flash is secondary |
Compared with STM32F103VCT6 and LPC1769FBD100, CY9AF144MABGL-GK9E1 uniquely combines dual-bank Flash for safe OTA updates, integrated HDMI-CEC for consumer electronics control, and hardware CRC acceleration - making it optimal for cost-sensitive, low-power, protocol-rich embedded controllers where firmware reliability and peripheral integration are critical.
Availability
CY9AF144MABGL-GK9E1 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor control, smart electricity metering, home automation gateways, and industrial remote I/O modules requiring stable component supply across long-lifecycle deployments.
Supply support for CY9AF144MABGL-GK9E1 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 security solutions, with global manufacturing and R&D infrastructure.
CY9AF144MABGL-GK9E1 belongs to the FM3 family of 32-bit ARM Cortex-M3 microcontrollers, designed specifically for cost-optimized, low-power industrial and consumer embedded control applications requiring high peripheral integration and robust firmware update capability.
FAQ
Does CY9AF144MABGL-GK9E1 support external memory expansion?
No. Unlike earlier CY9A140NB variants such as CY9AF141LB, this part (CY9AF144MABGL-GK9E1) explicitly omits External Bus Interface support per datasheet section "Features" and page 2 footnote. It relies solely on on-chip Flash and SRAM for code and data storage.
What debug capabilities does CY9AF144MABGL-GK9E1 provide?
CY9AF144MABGL-GK9E1 supports Serial Wire JTAG Debug Port (SWJ-DP) only - no Embedded Trace Macrocell (ETM). This enables full breakpoint, watchpoint, and memory inspection functionality but excludes real-time instruction trace. Debug is accessible via standard ARM-compliant tools like Keil µVision or SEGGER J-Link.
Is hardware flow control supported on UART channels?
No. Hardware flow control (CTS/RTS) is explicitly excluded for CY9AF144MABGL-GK9E1 per datasheet footnote on page 2: "CY9AF141LB, F142LB and F144LB do not support Hardware Flow control." Only software-based XON/XOFF or application-layer handshaking is available.
How is the unique device ID accessed?
The 41-bit unique ID is stored in a dedicated ROM location and readable via the System Control Block (SCB) register map using standard ARM CMSIS functions. It is factory-programmed and immutable, intended for secure boot key derivation or device authentication in firmware.
CY9AF144MABGL-GK9E1 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Package/Case:
- 96-LFBGA
- Series:
- FM3 MB9A140NB
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-M3
- Core Size:
- 32-Bit Single-Core
- Speed:
- 40MHz
- Connectivity:
- CSIO, EBI/EMI, I2C, SPI, UART/USART
- Peripherals:
- LVD, POR, PWM, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 66
- Program Memory Size:
- 288KB (288K x 8)
- Program Memory Type:
- FLASH
- EEPROM Size:
- -
- RAM Size:
- 32K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 1.65V ~ 3.6V
- Data Converters:
- A/D 17x12b
- Oscillator Type:
- Internal
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
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