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Infineon Technologies CY9EF226PMC-GSE2
- Part No.:
- CY9EF226PMC-GSE2
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 176-LQFP
- Datasheet:
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CY9EF226PMC-GSE2.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 32BIT 2MB FLASH 176LQFP
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Product details
Overview
CY9EF226PMC-GSE2 from Infineon Technologies (formerly Cypress) is a high-integrity automotive microcontroller based on the Arm® Cortex®-R4 core, operating up to 128 MHz with 2 MB internal Flash, 208 KB ECC-protected RAM, and integrated 2D graphics engine (IRIS-SDL) supporting 1024×1024 resolution at 40 MHz pixel clock. It integrates dual CAN, 2 LIN-USARTs, 3 SPI, I²C, I²S, 50-channel 10-bit ADC, and safety features including MPU, PPU, TPU, CRC, and SHE for instrument cluster applications.
For engineers reviewing the CY9EF226PMC-GSE2 datasheet, CY9EF226PMC-GSE2 pinout, CY9EF226PMC-GSE2 application, or CY9EF226PMC-GSE2 equivalent, key selection criteria include functional safety compliance (ASIL-B ready), deterministic real-time performance, display subsystem integration, and automotive-grade temperature range (−40 °C to +105 °C) with 5V/3.3V I/O tolerance.
Technical Context
The CY9EF226PMC-GSE2 implements a dual-issue, superscalar 8-stage pipeline Cortex-R4 core with 8 KB I-Cache and 8 KB D-Cache, SECDED ECC on AXI RAM (64 KB), TCM RAM (128 KB), and RetRAM (16 KB). Its clock system includes an embedded PLL, spread-spectrum clock generator for graphics, and four independent clock domains with supervision and reset generation.
Safety architecture comprises three redundant watchdog timers, Timing Protection Unit (TPU) with eight 24-bit timers, Peripheral Protection Units (PPU), Memory Protection Units (MPU), and Secure Hardware Extension (SHE) with AES, RNG, and secure key repository - all aligned with ISO 26262 ASIL-B requirements for automotive instrument clusters.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core | Arm Cortex-R4, 128 MHz max, 205 DMIPS - enables real-time gauge animation and overlay rendering without external GPU. |
| Memory | 2 MB TCFlash + 48 KB EEFlash + 208 KB ECC RAM - supports A/B firmware updates and persistent calibration data storage. |
| Graphics | IRIS-SDL 2D engine, 1 MB VRAM, 40 MHz pixel clock - drives full-HD TFT displays with alpha blending and gamma correction. |
| Connectivity | 2× CAN FD-capable, 2× LIN-USART, 3× SPI, 1× I²C, 2× I²S - interfaces directly with vehicle CAN bus, sensor networks, and audio subsystems. |
| Safety | MPU/PPU/TPU, CRC on Flash/RAM/Cache, SHE with AES-128 - satisfies ASIL-B decomposition requirements for cluster MCU. |
| ADC | 50-channel 10-bit SAR ADC with 24 channels shared with SMC - acquires analog signals from sensors and motor feedback simultaneously. |
| Package | LQFP-176, 24×24 mm, 0.5 mm pitch - compatible with standard automotive PCB assembly and thermal management. |
Pinout & Package
LQFP-176 package with exposed thermal pad; RoHS-compliant, moisture sensitivity level 3, rated for −40 °C to +105 °C ambient operation.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| X0A / X1A | Main crystal oscillator input/output | Supports 4–8 MHz external crystal for precise clock source; required for PLL lock and system timing stability. |
| RTC_XIN / RTC_XOUT | Real-time clock crystal interface | Connects 32.768 kHz tuning-fork crystal for battery-backed timekeeping independent of main power domain. |
| CAN0_TX / CAN0_RX | Channel 0 CAN transceiver interface | Differential signaling pair compliant with ISO 11898-2; supports 1 Mbps CAN FD with built-in protocol controller. |
| GFX0_DISP[0]–GFX0_DISP[25] | Parallel RGB888 display data bus | 26-bit wide bus (24-bit RGB + 2 control) driving TFT panels directly without external timing controller (TCON). |
| PPGn_PPGA / PPGn_PPGB | Programmable pulse generator outputs | Configurable PWM outputs for stepper motor control (up to 6 channels) or LED dimming with dead-time insertion. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| IRIS-SDL Graphics Engine | Hardware-accelerated 2D rendering with 4-layer composition, rotation, dithering, and ROP2/ROP3 operations - eliminates CPU load for UI refresh in digital clusters. |
| Secure Hardware Extension (SHE) | On-die AES-128 encryption, true random number generator, and protected key storage - enables secure boot and OTA firmware authentication. |
| Timing Protection Unit (TPU) | Eight independent 24-bit timers with configurable prescaler and overflow modes - enforces execution time bounds for safety-critical tasks per ISO 26262. |
| Flexible Power Domains | Four isolated power domains (PD1–PD4) with switchable retention - allows selective shutdown of graphics or peripherals while preserving 16 KB RetRAM state. |
| High-Resolution ADC with SMC Sharing | 50-channel 10-bit SAR ADC, 24 channels multiplexed with Stepper Motor Control inputs - enables simultaneous position sensing and motor phase current measurement. |
Applications
| Hybrid Automotive Instrument Cluster | Classical Analog Gauge Cluster |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Digital speedometer, tachometer, fuel level, and warning indicators overlaid on TFT display with animated transitions. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary cluster MCU executing gauge logic, rendering IRIS-SDL graphics, and communicating via CAN with ECU and body control modules. Use Value: Single-chip solution eliminates external graphics controller and reduces BOM cost while meeting ASIL-B timing constraints for critical alerts. | Use Scenario: Driving analog stepper motors for needle movement, backlight dimming, and discrete LED status indication. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time motor control unit generating precise PWM waveforms and capturing encoder feedback via ICU/OCU modules. Use Value: Integrated 6-channel SMC and 24-channel ADC sharing enable closed-loop needle positioning with <1° accuracy and <5 ms response. |
| Automotive HUD Controller | Central Display Gateway |
Use Scenario: Processing vehicle data and projecting simplified navigation or ADAS alerts onto windshield via DLP or LCoS optics. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Graphics subsystem controller managing VRAM, applying gamma/dithering, and synchronizing pixel clock to projection timing. Use Value: 40 MHz pixel clock and hardware bit-blitter allow low-latency HUD rendering without frame buffer stutter or tearing. | Use Scenario: Aggregating CAN, LIN, and SPI sensor data for centralized infotainment or ADAS domain controller pre-processing. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-bandwidth peripheral hub with 8-channel DMA, 116 DMA clients, and AXI interconnect for zero-copy data routing. Use Value: Concurrent handling of 2 CAN buses, 2 LIN-USARTs, and 3 SPI peripherals enables deterministic latency under 10 µs for safety-critical data forwarding. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar automotive cluster MCU applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| NXP S32K344 | Arm Cortex-M7 core, 2x CAN FD, no integrated graphics engine, 8 MB Flash, 2 MB RAM | Requires external GPU or display controller for TFT rendering; optimized for gateway/safety MCU roles over direct display drive | Select when graphics offload is acceptable and higher CPU performance or larger memory is needed for complex middleware stacks. |
| Renesas RH850/U2A | 32-bit RXv3 core, 2x CAN FD, 2 MB Flash, 512 KB RAM, no dedicated 2D graphics accelerator | Lacks IRIS-SDL; relies on software rendering or external display controller; stronger focus on motor control and powertrain integration | Prefer for mixed-domain applications where cluster logic coexists with chassis control, requiring deterministic interrupt latency and flash ECC robustness. |
Compared with NXP S32K344 and Renesas RH850/U2A, CY9EF226PMC-GSE2 uniquely integrates a production-ready 2D graphics engine with automotive-grade safety mechanisms - reducing system-level complexity and enabling faster UI development for digital instrument clusters without external display controllers.
Availability
CY9EF226PMC-GSE2 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for hybrid instrument clusters, classical analog gauge systems, automotive HUD controllers, and central display gateways requiring stable component supply across automotive production lifecycles.
Supply support for CY9EF226PMC-GSE2 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 management, automotive MCUs, and security solutions with deep expertise in functional safety and high-reliability electronics.
The CY9EF226 series belongs to Infineon's Titan family of automotive microcontrollers, designed specifically for digital instrument clusters and head-up displays requiring integrated graphics, ASIL-B compliance, and deterministic real-time performance in harsh environments.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency and how is it achieved?
The CY9EF226PMC-GSE2 achieves 128 MHz core frequency using its on-chip PLL, which multiplies an external 4–8 MHz crystal input. The PLL supports spread-spectrum clock generation to reduce EMI, and its output is validated across −40 °C to +105 °C with full voltage regulation and clock supervision.
Does this MCU support secure boot and firmware updates?
Yes - the Secure Hardware Extension (SHE) provides AES-128 encryption, a true random number generator, and protected key storage. Boot-ROM implements secure boot verification against signed firmware images, and EEFlash supports atomic sector erase/write for safe OTA updates with rollback protection.
How does the IRIS-SDL graphics engine interface with external displays?
IRIS-SDL drives displays via parallel RGB888 interface (GFX0_DISP[0]–GFX0_DISP[25]) with programmable pixel clock up to 40 MHz, TTL or RSDS output modes, and integrated TCON functionality. It requires no external timing controller and supports gamma correction, dithering, and alpha blending directly in hardware.
What safety certifications apply to CY9EF226PMC-GSE2?
The device is designed to meet ISO 26262 ASIL-B requirements through hardware safety mechanisms: dual-lockstep watchdogs, TPU for deadline monitoring, MPU/PPU for memory/peripheral access control, CRC on all critical memories, and SHE for cryptographic integrity - all documented in Infineon's safety manual (002-05678 Rev. *C).
CY9EF226PMC-GSE2 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Package/Case:
- 176-LQFP
- Series:
- FCR4 MB9EF226
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-R4
- Core Size:
- 32-Bit Single-Core
- Speed:
- 128MHz
- Connectivity:
- CANbus, I2C, LINbus, SPI, UART/USART
- Peripherals:
- DMA, I2S, LVD, POR, PWM, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 117
- Program Memory Size:
- 2MB (2M x 8)
- Program Memory Type:
- FLASH
- EEPROM Size:
- 48K x 8
- RAM Size:
- 208K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 1.1V ~ 5.5V
- Data Converters:
- A/D 50x10b
- Oscillator Type:
- Internal
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 105°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
CY9EF226PMC-GSE2 FAQ
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6.How does Aetrix verify that CY9EF226PMC-GSE2 is sourced from the original manufacturer or authorized distributors?
All CY9EF226PMC-GSE2 products on Aetrix are procured from qualified distributors and authorized channels. Our dedicated quality assurance team conducts strict verification, including traceability checks and, if necessary, third-party testing. This ensures that CY9EF226PMC-GSE2 meets industry standards.
7.What is the process for return or replacement of CY9EF226PMC-GSE2?
All CY9EF226PMC-GSE2 units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with CY9EF226PMC-GSE2, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The CY9EF226PMC-GSE2 part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for CY9EF226PMC-GSE2:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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