Infineon Technologies CY9BF218TBGL-GK7E1
- Part No.:
- CY9BF218TBGL-GK7E1
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 192-LFBGA
- Datasheet:
-
CY9BF218TBGL-GK7E1.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 32BIT 1MB FLASH 192FBGA
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Product details
Overview
CY9BF218TBGL-GK7E1 from Infineon Technologies (formerly Cypress) is a 32-bit Arm® Cortex®-M3 microcontroller in the FM3 family, designed for high-performance embedded motor control and industrial automation. It operates up to 144 MHz, integrates 1 MB Flash and 128 KB SRAM (64 KB SRAM0 + 64 KB SRAM1), and features dual USB 2.0 Full-Speed interfaces, IEEE 802.3-compliant Ethernet-MAC, and 32-channel 12-bit ADC with 1.0 μs conversion time at 5 V.
For engineers reviewing the CY9BF218TBGL-GK7E1 datasheet, CY9BF218TBGL-GK7E1 pinout, CY9BF218TBGL-GK7E1 application, or CY9BF218TBGL-GK7E1 equivalent, key selection criteria include its dual USB host/device capability, integrated Ethernet-MAC with RMII/MII support, motor-control-optimized timers (QPRC, PPG, DTIF), and dual watchdog architecture with hardware reset in STOP mode.
Technical Context
The device implements an Arm Cortex-M3 r2p1 core with MPU and NVIC supporting 48 peripheral interrupts across 16 priority levels. Its memory subsystem includes Flash Accelerator enabling zero-wait-state access up to 72 MHz and trace buffer support for ETM-based debugging.
Peripheral integration targets real-time industrial control: dual USB channels operate independently (one as host, one as device), Ethernet-MAC supports IEEE 1588 PTP and Wake-on-LAN, and three Multi-function Timers provide PWM, dead-time insertion, A/D activation triggers, and DC chopper waveform generation - all synchronized to motor phase signals.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | Arm Cortex-M3 r2p1, up to 144 MHz - enables deterministic real-time execution with 1.25 DMIPS/MHz performance |
| Flash Memory | 1 MB with Flash Accelerator and 16 KB trace buffer - supports zero-wait-state operation ≤72 MHz and debug trace capture |
| SRAM | 128 KB total (64 KB SRAM0 on I/D bus, 64 KB SRAM1 on system bus) - enables concurrent instruction fetch and data access without contention |
| ADC | 32-channel 12-bit SAR ADC, 1.0 μs conversion @5 V - meets fast sampling requirements for current/voltage sensing in servo drives |
| USB Interface | Dual USB 2.0 Full-Speed: one host + one device - allows simultaneous connection to PC (device mode) and peripherals (host mode) |
| Ethernet-MAC | IEEE 802.3 compliant, 10/100 Mbps, MII/RMII, 2 KB TX/RX FIFO, IEEE 1588 PTP - enables deterministic industrial networking with time synchronization |
| Motor Control Peripherals | 3× QPRC, 3× Multi-function Timer units with DTIF, A/D activation, and waveform generation - supports field-oriented control (FOC) and sensorless BLDC commutation |
Pinout & Package
This device is housed in a 176-pin LQFP package (16 × 16 mm, 0.4 mm pitch) with 154 general-purpose I/O pins, including 5 V-tolerant inputs. Pin functions are fully relocatable via port mapping registers, enabling flexible PCB layout for industrial I/O routing.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VCC / VSS | Power supply / Ground | Four independent power domains: VCC (2.7–5.5 V), USBVCC0/1 (3.0–3.6 V when active), ETHVCC (3.0–5.5 V) - enables mixed-voltage I/O and domain-specific power gating |
| XTAL / EXTAL | Main clock input/output | 4–50 MHz crystal oscillator interface - provides precise timing source for PLL and system clock generation |
| OSC32K / RTC32K | Sub-clock input/output | 32.768 kHz crystal interface - enables low-power RTC and wake-up timer operation during SLEEP/STOP modes |
| ETH_MDC / ETH_MDIO | PHY management interface | IEEE 802.3 MDIO/MDC signals - allows runtime configuration of external Ethernet PHY registers |
| USB_DP0 / USB_DM0 | USB Channel 0 differential pair | Full-Speed USB 2.0 physical layer interface - supports device enumeration and host negotiation without external transceiver |
| ETM_TDO / ETM_TCK | Embedded Trace Macrocell | SWJ-DP debug interface pins - enables real-time instruction trace and non-intrusive breakpoint debugging |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Memory Protection Unit (MPU) | Enables secure partitioning of Flash/SRAM regions to isolate firmware, bootloader, and application code - critical for functional safety compliance (IEC 61508 SIL2) |
| Dual Watchdog Architecture | Hardware watchdog (CR oscillator-clocked) remains active in all low-power modes except STOP - ensures fail-safe recovery even during deep sleep |
| Port Relocation Function | Permits dynamic assignment of peripheral functions (UART, I²C, CSIO, LIN) to any GPIO pin - simplifies board layout and avoids signal congestion |
| CRC Accelerator | Hardware CCITT CRC16 and IEEE-802.3 CRC32 engines - offloads checksum computation from CPU for firmware OTA updates and Ethernet frame integrity |
| Clock Supervisor (CSV) | Monitors external oscillator frequency stability and stoppage - triggers interrupt or reset on clock anomaly to prevent timing-related system faults |
Applications
| Industrial Motor Drive | Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Closed-loop control of 3-phase PMSM/BLDC motors in HVAC compressors and CNC spindles. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time execution of FOC algorithms using QPRC for rotor position feedback, A/D for current sensing, and DTIF for emergency shutdown. Use Value: Integrated motor peripherals eliminate external gate drivers and position interface ICs, reducing BOM count and PCB area by ≥30%. | Use Scenario: Modular I/O expansion module with Ethernet backbone and local USB-HID human interface. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central controller managing discrete I/O scanning, EtherNet/IP stack processing, and USB HID keyboard/mouse emulation. Use Value: Dual USB + Ethernet-MAC enables simultaneous fieldbus communication and service port access without external USB/Ethernet bridges. |
| Smart Energy Gateway | Factory Automation Edge Node |
Use Scenario: Substation metering gateway aggregating Modbus RTU data over RS-485 and forwarding via IEEE 802.3 Ethernet. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Protocol translation engine with UART-to-Ethernet bridging, IEEE 1588 timestamping for synchronized phasor measurement. Use Value: Hardware PTP support ensures <1 μs time accuracy across distributed grid sensors - meeting IEC 61850-9-3 Class C requirements. | Use Scenario: Distributed I/O node monitoring conveyor belt position, temperature, and vibration in automotive assembly lines. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Time-triggered acquisition hub using Base Timers for synchronized sampling and LIN for slave sensor communication. Use Value: LIN master capability eliminates need for separate LIN transceivers, while 154 GPIOs support direct connection of 32+ digital inputs and analog sensors. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| STM32F429ZIT6 | ARM Cortex-M4F core, 180 MHz, no integrated Ethernet-MAC, requires external PHY; USB OTG HS/FS | Lacks native Ethernet-MAC and QPRC; relies on external PHY and software-based position counting | Select when floating-point DSP acceleration is required and Ethernet is implemented via external MAC+PHY |
| RA6M4 Group (R7FA6M4AF3CFB) | ARM Cortex-M4F, 200 MHz, integrated Ethernet-MAC, but only single USB FS device (no host mode) | Supports IEEE 1588 but lacks dual USB host/device capability and motor-specific DTIF interrupt | Select for high-throughput data aggregation where USB host functionality is not needed and FPU is critical |
Compared with STM32F429ZIT6 and RA6M4, CY9BF218TBGL-GK7E1 uniquely combines dual USB (host + device), integrated Ethernet-MAC with PTP, and hardware motor-control peripherals (QPRC, DTIF, A/D activation) - making it optimal for space-constrained industrial edge nodes requiring both fieldbus connectivity and real-time motion control.
Availability
CY9BF218TBGL-GK7E1 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor drives, programmable logic controllers, smart energy gateways, and factory automation edge nodes requiring stable component supply and long-term lifecycle support.
Supply support for CY9BF218TBGL-GK7E1 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 global semiconductor leader headquartered in Munich, Germany, specializing in power systems, automotive MCUs, and industrial control solutions.
This part belongs to the FM3 microcontroller product line, engineered specifically for cost-sensitive, high-reliability industrial applications demanding integrated motor control, real-time communication, and functional safety-ready peripherals.
FAQ
What power supply configurations does CY9BF218TBGL-GK7E1 require?
The device uses four independent power domains: VCC (2.7–5.5 V) for core logic, USBVCC0/1 (3.0–3.6 V when USB is active), and ETHVCC (3.0–5.5 V when Ethernet is used). Each domain must be decoupled per the datasheet's recommended capacitor values and placement to ensure stable operation at 144 MHz and full-speed USB/Ethernet signaling.
Does CY9BF218TBGL-GK7E1 support JTAG debugging?
No - it uses Serial Wire JTAG Debug Port (SWJ-DP), which combines SWD and JTAG signals on shared pins. Debug access requires an SWD-compatible probe (e.g., ST-Link V2, Segger J-Link). The Embedded Trace Macrocell (ETM) provides instruction trace via TDO/TCK pins, enabling real-time code flow analysis without halting execution.
Can the Ethernet-MAC operate without an external PHY?
No - the Ethernet-MAC is a Media Access Controller only and requires an external PHY chip. It supports both MII (25-pin) and RMII (7-pin) interfaces. RMII reduces pin count and PCB complexity, making it preferred for compact industrial designs, while MII offers greater flexibility for legacy PHY compatibility.
How is the 12-bit ADC optimized for motor control?
The ADC features priority-level scanning, 16-step FIFO for scan mode, and hardware-triggered conversion via Multi-function Timer compare events. This enables synchronized sampling of three-phase currents within a single PWM period - critical for accurate field-oriented control. Conversion time of 1.0 μs at 5 V allows >100 kSPS aggregate throughput across multiple channels.
CY9BF218TBGL-GK7E1 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Package/Case:
- 192-LFBGA
- Series:
- FM3 MB9B210T
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-M3
- Core Size:
- 32-Bit Single-Core
- Speed:
- 144MHz
- Connectivity:
- CSIO, EBI/EMI, Ethernet, I2C, LINbus, UART/USART, USB
- Peripherals:
- DMA, LVD, POR, PWM, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 154
- Program Memory Size:
- 1MB (1M x 8)
- Program Memory Type:
- FLASH
- EEPROM Size:
- -
- RAM Size:
- 128K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 2.7V ~ 5.5V
- Data Converters:
- A/D 32x12b
- Oscillator Type:
- Internal
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
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