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Infineon Technologies CY9BF218THPMC-GK7FKCGE1
- Part No.:
- CY9BF218THPMC-GK7FKCGE1
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 176-LQFP
- Datasheet:
-
CY9BF218THPMC-GK7FKCGE1.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 32BIT 1MB FLASH 176LQFP
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Overview
CY9BF218THPMC-GK7FKCGE1 from Infineon Technologies (formerly Cypress) is a 32-bit Arm® Cortex®-M3 FM3 microcontroller with 1 MB Flash, 128 KB SRAM, integrated Ethernet-MAC, dual USB 2.0 Full-Speed interfaces, and 32-channel 12-bit ADC. It operates up to 144 MHz, includes MPU, NVIC with 48 peripheral interrupts, and supports motor control via multi-function timers and QPRC. Used in industrial PLCs, motor drive controllers, and networked embedded gateways.
For engineers reviewing the CY9BF218THPMC-GK7FKCGE1 datasheet, CY9BF218THPMC-GK7FKCGE1 pinout, CY9BF218THPMC-GK7FKCGE1 application, or CY9BF218THPMC-GK7FKCGE1 equivalent, this page delivers verified technical context, package mapping, real-world use cases, and validated alternative options for industrial control and connectivity-critical designs.
Technical Context
The CY9BF218THPMC-GK7FKCGE1 implements an Arm Cortex-M3 r2p1 core with Memory Protection Unit (MPU) and Nested Vectored Interrupt Controller (NVIC) supporting 16 priority levels and 48 peripheral interrupts. It integrates dual USB 2.0 Full-Speed controllers - one device-only (6 endpoints, 256-byte EP1 buffer), one host-capable (256-byte packet length, auto device detection) - each with dedicated PLL clock generation.
Its Ethernet-MAC complies with IEEE 802.3 and IEEE 1588-2008 (PTP), supports MII/RMII PHY interfaces, full/half-duplex operation, Wake-on-LAN, and features 2 KB TX/RX FIFOs plus a dedicated descriptor-based DMAC. The MCU also embeds three independent 12-bit SAR ADC units with 1.0 μs conversion time at 5 V and scanning/priority modes with FIFO buffering.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core | Arm Cortex-M3 r2p1, up to 144 MHz - enables deterministic real-time execution for motor control and protocol stacks. |
| Flash / SRAM | 1 MB on-chip Flash with accelerator; 128 KB SRAM (64 KB SRAM0 + 64 KB SRAM1) - supports large firmware images and dual-bank data buffering. |
| USB Interfaces | 2 channels: USB Device (6 endpoints, 256-byte EP1) + USB Host (Full/Low-Speed, auto-connect detect) - enables dual-role connectivity without external hub logic. |
| Ethernet-MAC | IEEE 802.3-compliant 10/100 Mbps MAC with MII/RMII, 2 KB TX/RX FIFO, PTP support - provides hardware-accelerated time-synchronized networking. |
| ADC | 32-channel, 12-bit SAR ADC; 1.0 μs conversion @ 5 V; scan/priority modes with FIFO - meets fast sampling needs in closed-loop motor control. |
| Timers & Counters | 16-channel Base Timer (PWM/PPG/reload), 3-unit Multi-function Timer (input capture/output compare/A/D activation), 3-channel QPRC - directly supports encoder-based position control and PWM-driven inverters. |
| Power Supply | VCC: 2.7–5.5 V; USBVCC0/1: 3.0–3.6 V (USB mode) or 2.7–5.5 V (GPIO mode); ETHVCC: 3.0–5.5 V - enables flexible power domain partitioning in mixed-signal systems. |
Pinout & Package
This device is housed in a 176-pin LQFP package (24 × 24 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) with 154 general-purpose I/O pins, including 5 V-tolerant inputs. Pin functions are fully relocatable via port relocation registers, enabling flexible PCB layout and peripheral remapping without hardware changes.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VCC / VSS | Power supply / Ground | Dedicated power domains per functional block (core, USB, Ethernet, analog) reduce noise coupling and enable selective power gating. |
| XTAL / EXTAL | Main oscillator input/output | Supports 4–50 MHz crystal; feeds main PLL for high-frequency system clock generation and USB/Ethernet clock derivation. |
| USB_DP0 / USB_DM0 | USB 2.0 Full-Speed differential pair (channel 0) | Direct connection to USB PHY; requires 3.3 V I/O domain (USBVCC0) and series 27 Ω resistors per USB spec. |
| ETH_MDC / ETH_MDIO | MDIO management interface | Provides IEEE 802.3-compliant serial interface to external PHY for register configuration and status monitoring. |
| AD0–AD31 | Analog input channels | Map to internal 12-bit SAR ADC units; support simultaneous sampling across multiple units when used with priority mode. |
| ETM_TDO / ETM_TCK | Embedded Trace Macrocell debug interface | Enables real-time instruction trace and non-intrusive debugging via SWJ-DP without halting CPU execution. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Port Relocation | Peripherals (UART, CSIO, LIN, I²C, timers) can be assigned to different GPIO pins via register configuration - eliminates fixed pin conflicts in dense PCB layouts. |
| Dual USB Role Support | Single chip implements both USB Device (with 256-byte EP1 buffer) and USB Host (auto device detection, IN/OUT handshake) - reduces BOM count in field gateway applications. |
| IEEE 1588 PTP Hardware | Integrated timestamping engine synchronized to Ethernet frame boundaries - enables sub-microsecond time synchronization for industrial automation networks. |
| Motor Control Peripherals | QPRC (quadrature encoder counter), dead-time insertion, A/D-triggered PWM, and DTIF emergency stop interrupt - supports Class 1 servo loop timing without external FPGA logic. |
| Low-Power Modes | SLEEP, TIMER, and STOP modes with configurable wake sources (external IRQ, watchdog, RTC, Ethernet WoL) - extends runtime in battery-backed edge nodes. |
Applications
| Industrial PLC Controller | Motor Drive Gateway |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Standalone programmable logic controller managing I/O expansion, motion sequencing, and HMI communication over Ethernet and USB. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main system controller executing ladder logic, coordinating EtherCAT slave timing, and handling USB firmware updates. Use Value: Integrated Ethernet-MAC with PTP and dual USB eliminate external PHY and bridge ICs, reducing latency and component count by ≥3 devices. |
Use Scenario: Field gateway connecting BLDC motor drives (via LIN/UART) to cloud infrastructure using Ethernet and USB diagnostics. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Protocol translator and real-time scheduler with QPRC for rotor position feedback and ADC-triggered current sensing. Use Value: On-chip 32-channel 12-bit ADC with 1.0 μs conversion and priority FIFO enables synchronous sampling of 3-phase current/voltage at 20 kHz loop rates. |
| Networked HVAC Controller | Smart Energy Meter Interface |
Use Scenario: Building automation node collecting temperature, humidity, and airflow data while communicating via Ethernet and local USB service port. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central sensor aggregator and network interface with integrated 10/100 Mbps MAC and hardware CRC acceleration. Use Value: Built-in CCITT CRC16 and IEEE-802.3 CRC32 accelerators offload checksum computation from CPU, freeing >12% MIPS for control algorithms. |
Use Scenario: Utility meter companion module providing secure firmware updates, tamper detection, and remote diagnostics via USB and Ethernet. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Secure boot loader and communication coprocessor with MPU-enforced memory isolation between application and update partitions. Use Value: Memory Protection Unit (MPU) enforces strict separation between bootloader, secure firmware, and user application - meeting IEC 62443-3-3 SL2 requirements. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar 32-bit industrial microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| STM32H743VI | Arm Cortex-M7 @ 480 MHz, no native Ethernet-MAC (requires external PHY + RMII), single USB OTG FS/HS, 2 MB Flash, no QPRC | Lacks integrated QPRC and PTP hardware; requires external Ethernet PHY and additional glue logic for motor encoder interfacing | Preferred when higher CPU throughput is needed and Ethernet is implemented via external PHY with custom timing control |
| RA6M5G32CFB | Arm Cortex-M33 @ 200 MHz, integrated Ethernet-MAC (no PTP), single USB FS, 2 MB Flash, no LIN or CSIO peripherals | Missing LIN bus support and CSIO interface; lacks dedicated motor control timers (QPRC, DTIF, A/D-triggered PWM) | Better suited for secure IoT edge nodes where TrustZone and TLS acceleration outweigh motor-specific peripheral needs |
Compared with STM32H743VI and RA6M5G32CFB, CY9BF218THPMC-GK7FKCGE1 uniquely combines PTP-enabled Ethernet-MAC, dual-role USB, LIN/CSIO, and QPRC in a single die - eliminating 4–6 external components in industrial motion control and field gateway designs.
Availability
CY9BF218THPMC-GK7FKCGE1 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial PLC controllers, motor drive gateways, and networked HVAC systems requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and qualified automotive-grade sourcing.
Supply support for CY9BF218THPMC-GK7FKCGE1 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, sensors, and microcontrollers for industrial, automotive, and energy applications.
This part belongs to the FM3 family of high-integration Arm Cortex-M3 microcontrollers, designed specifically for cost-sensitive, real-time industrial control applications requiring Ethernet, USB, motor control, and robust analog integration.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency and supported voltage range for CY9BF218THPMC-GK7FKCGE1?
The CY9BF218THPMC-GK7FKCGE1 operates at up to 144 MHz with a core supply (VCC) range of 2.7 V to 5.5 V. USB and Ethernet I/O domains require 3.0–3.6 V when active, but revert to 2.7–5.5 V when used as general-purpose GPIOs. All specifications are validated per Infineon's datasheet Rev. *F, Section 12.2.
Does this MCU support IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol (PTP) hardware timestamping?
Yes - the integrated Ethernet-MAC includes dedicated hardware timestamping aligned to IEEE 1588-2008 (PTP), enabling sub-microsecond synchronization accuracy for industrial Ethernet protocols like EtherCAT and PROFINET. Timestamps are captured at frame ingress/egress without CPU intervention.
How many USB interfaces does CY9BF218THPMC-GK7FKCGE1 provide, and what roles do they support?
It provides two independent USB 2.0 Full-Speed interfaces: Channel 0 supports Device-only mode (6 endpoints, 256-byte EP1 buffer); Channel 1 supports Host mode (Full/Low-Speed, auto device detection, 256-byte packet length). Both include built-in PLLs for clock generation from the main oscillator.
Is the QPRC (Quadrature Position/Revolution Counter) capable of handling high-speed encoder signals?
Yes - the QPRC supports 16-bit position and revolution counters with configurable edge detection on AIN/BIN/ZIN inputs. It operates synchronously with the system clock and tolerates encoder frequencies up to 72 MHz (at 144 MHz CPU clock), making it suitable for 10,000+ RPM motor feedback applications.
CY9BF218THPMC-GK7FKCGE1 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Package/Case:
- 176-LQFP
- Series:
- FM3 MB9B210T
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-M3
- Core Size:
- 32-Bit
- 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 SAR
- Oscillator Type:
- Internal
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
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