NXP Semiconductors LPC2220FET144/G,55
- Part No.:
- LPC2220FET144/G,55
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 144-TFBGA
- Datasheet:
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LPC2220FET144/G,55.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 16/32BIT ROMLESS 144TFBGA
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Product details
Overview
LPC2220FET144/G from NXP Semiconductors is a 16/32-bit ARM7TDMI-S microcontroller in TFBGA144 package, featuring 64 kB on-chip SRAM, 75 MHz CPU clock via programmable PLL, eight-channel 10-bit ADC (2.44 µs conversion), and dual 32-bit timers with PWM, RTC, and watchdog - deployed in industrial control, medical systems, and access control gateways.
For engineers reviewing the LPC2220FET144/G datasheet, LPC2220FET144/G pinout, LPC2220FET144/G application, or LPC2220FET144/G equivalent, key selection criteria include its 64 kB RAM capacity, TFBGA144 footprint compatibility, 5 V-tolerant GPIO count (up to 76 pins), fast GPIO toggle performance (3.5× baseline), and dual UARTs with hardware flow control and fractional baud rate generation.
Technical Context
The LPC2220FET144/G implements an ARM7TDMI-S core with Thumb instruction set support for 30 % code size reduction without significant performance loss. Its memory subsystem includes a configurable external bus interface supporting four banks (up to 16 MB each, 8/16/32-bit data width) and dedicated ADC result registers to reduce interrupt overhead.
Real-time debug capability is enabled via EmbeddedICE-RT and Embedded Trace interfaces, while peripheral integration includes Fast I²C (400 kbit/s), two SPIs (one replaceable by SSP), two UARTs with auto-bauding, and vectored interrupt controller (VIC) with configurable priorities and vector addresses.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | ARM7TDMI-S 16/32-bit RISC processor with Thumb mode support for compact firmware deployment. |
| Max Clock Speed | 75 MHz via on-chip PLL (100 µs settling time), enabling deterministic real-time response in control loops. |
| On-chip RAM | 64 kB static RAM accessible as 8/16/32-bit - sufficient for bootloader, RTOS kernel, and application buffers without external memory. |
| ADC | Eight-channel 10-bit SAR ADC with 2.44 µs conversion time and 5 V-tolerant analog inputs (AIN0–AIN7). |
| Timers & PWM | Two 32-bit timers with four capture/compare channels each, six PWM outputs, RTC, and watchdog - supports motor control and timing-critical event handling. |
| Serial Interfaces | Two UARTs (16C550-compatible, fractional baud rate, hardware flow control), Fast I²C (400 kbit/s), two SPIs (one configurable as SSP), and trace/debug ports. |
| I/O Capability | Up to 76 GPIOs (5 V tolerant), including nine edge/level-sensitive external interrupt pins and fast GPIO ports enabling 3.5× faster pin toggling. |
Pinout & Package
Package: TFBGA144 (plastic thin fine-pitch ball grid array; 144 balls; body 12 × 12 × 0.8 mm; SOT569-2).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| A1 (P2.22/D22) | External memory data line 22 | Part of 32-bit parallel data bus for BANK0–BANK3; enables high-bandwidth external memory expansion. |
| A3 (P1.28/TDI) | JTAG Test Data In | Standard boundary-scan input for programming and debug; requires pull-up if unused. |
| C5 (RESET) | Active-low reset input | TTL-compatible with hysteresis and 5 V tolerance; initiates full device reset and vector fetch from address 0x00000000. |
| G3 (P2.30/D30/AIN4) | ADC input 4 / memory data line 30 | Shared function: analog input when configured for ADC; digital I/O otherwise - requires analog domain isolation. |
| K6 (P0.1/RXD0/PWM3/EINT0) | UART0 receive / PWM3 output / external interrupt 0 | Multi-function pin supporting serial comms, motor control signaling, and asynchronous event detection - selected via Pin Connect Block. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Fast GPIO architecture | Enables port pin toggling at 3.5× speed of legacy LPC22xx variants - critical for bit-banged protocols and real-time I/O response. |
| Dedicated ADC result registers | Eliminates software register read/write overhead during interrupt service, reducing latency in closed-loop sensor feedback systems. |
| Fractional baud rate generator | Supports precise UART timing across wide crystal frequencies (1–25 MHz), enabling reliable communication at non-standard rates like 38.4 kbps or 115.2 kbps. |
| Configurable external memory interface | Four independent banks (up to 16 MB each, 8/16/32-bit data width) allow flexible attachment of NOR flash, SRAM, or peripherals without glue logic. |
| Embedded Trace Interface | Provides non-intrusive instruction execution tracing via TRACESYNC and TRACEPKT[3:0] signals - essential for complex firmware validation and timing analysis. |
Applications
| Industrial PLC Controller | Medical Vital Signs Monitor |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Real-time acquisition of analog sensor data (temperature, pressure) and digital I/O control of valves, relays, and displays in factory automation cabinets. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central control unit executing deterministic ladder logic and PID algorithms with sub-millisecond interrupt latency from EINT0–EINT3 pins. Use Value: 64 kB SRAM hosts RTOS and control firmware; 10-bit ADC with dedicated result registers ensures jitter-free sampling at 400 ksps aggregate rate. | Use Scenario: Portable bedside monitor acquiring ECG, SpO₂, and respiration waveforms while communicating via UART to nurse station or cloud gateway. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Signal processing hub managing simultaneous ADC conversions, UART transmission, and low-power sleep/wake cycles triggered by external interrupts. Use Value: 5 V-tolerant AIN0–AIN7 inputs interface directly to clinical-grade analog front-ends; fast GPIO toggling synchronizes LED indicators and buzzer alerts. |
| Access Control Gateway | Protocol Converter for Building Automation |
Use Scenario: Secure door entry system reading RFID cards, driving electromagnetic locks, logging events to external flash, and reporting over RS-485. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Embedded host processor running secure authentication stack and managing dual UARTs (one for reader, one for network interface). Use Value: Hardware flow control and auto-bauding in UART0/UART1 eliminate timing mismatches with legacy readers; 76 GPIOs support keypad, LED status, and tamper detection. | Use Scenario: Translating Modbus RTU over RS-485 to BACnet/IP via Ethernet PHY, bridging HVAC controllers to building management systems. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Protocol translation engine using UART1 for fieldbus and SPI/SSP for Ethernet MAC, coordinated by VIC-managed priority interrupts. Use Value: Configurable external memory interface attaches external 1 MB NOR flash for protocol stacks; Fast I²C manages temperature/humidity sensors on local bus. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar ARM7-based microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| LPC2210FBD144 | 16 kB SRAM, LQFP144 package, no fast GPIO or SSP; max 60 MHz clock. | Limited memory headroom for RTOS or large protocol stacks; lacks TFBGA space savings and thermal performance. | Select only for cost-sensitive, low-complexity designs where 16 kB RAM suffices and PCB layout favors LQFP. |
| LPC2220FBD144 | Identical electrical specs and feature set, but LQFP144 package instead of TFBGA144. | No change in functionality; differs only in mechanical footprint, thermal resistance, and board assembly process. | Choose when TFBGA reflow capability is unavailable or when legacy LQFP tooling must be retained. |
Compared with LPC2210FBD144, the LPC2220FET144/G offers 4× more RAM and higher clock speed for demanding firmware; versus LPC2220FBD144, it delivers superior thermal dissipation and smaller PCB area in space-constrained embedded gateways.
Availability
LPC2220FET144/G is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial control, medical monitoring, and access control applications requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and verified 5 V-tolerant I/O operation.
Supply support for LPC2220FET144/G 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
NXP Semiconductors is a global semiconductor company specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and IoT markets.
The LPC22xx series was designed as a flashless, high-integration ARM7 platform for cost-sensitive embedded systems needing external memory flexibility, rich analog/digital I/O, and robust debug infrastructure.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the LPC2220FET144/G?
The LPC2220FET144/G achieves a maximum CPU clock of 75 MHz using its on-chip programmable Phase-Locked Loop (PLL), which has a 100 µs settling time. This frequency is confirmed in the official NXP LPC2210/2220 datasheet Rev. 06 and applies specifically to the LPC2220FET144/G variant, distinguishing it from the 60 MHz LPC2210.
Does the LPC2220FET144/G include on-chip flash memory?
No, the LPC2220FET144/G is a flashless microcontroller. It contains 64 kB of on-chip static RAM but relies on external memory (e.g., NOR flash via its configurable external bus interface) for program storage. This architecture allows flexible firmware updates and larger code footprints than on-chip flash-limited devices.
How many analog inputs does the LPC2220FET144/G support, and what is their voltage tolerance?
The LPC2220FET144/G supports eight 10-bit analog inputs (AIN0–AIN7), with conversion time as low as 2.44 µs. All ADC input pins are 5 V tolerant when configured for analog use, and the analog section is electrically isolated from the digital I/O domain to maintain accuracy.
What debug interfaces are supported by the LPC2220FET144/G?
The LPC2220FET144/G supports EmbeddedICE-RT and Embedded Trace interfaces for real-time debugging and instruction execution tracing. These interfaces use standard JTAG signals (TCK, TMS, TDI, TDO, TRST) plus trace-specific pins (TRACEPKT[3:0], TRACESYNC, TRACECLK) to enable non-intrusive firmware analysis without halting execution.
Is the LPC2220FET144/G pin-compatible with other LPC22xx variants?
The LPC2220FET144/G shares identical electrical functionality and pin definitions with the LPC2220FBD144, but uses a TFBGA144 package instead of LQFP144 - meaning ball-to-land mapping matches functionally but not mechanically. It is not pin-compatible with LPC2210 variants due to differences in RAM size, fast GPIO implementation, and SSP availability.
LPC2220FET144/G,55 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 144-TFBGA
- Series:
- LPC2200
- Packaging:
- Bulk
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Core Processor:
- ARM7®
- Core Size:
- 16/32-Bit
- Speed:
- 75MHz
- Connectivity:
- EBI/EMI, I2C, Microwire, SPI, SSI, SSP, UART/USART
- Peripherals:
- POR, PWM, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 76
- Program Memory Size:
- -
- Program Memory Type:
- ROMless
- EEPROM Size:
- -
- RAM Size:
- 64K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 1.65V ~ 3.6V
- Data Converters:
- A/D 8x10b
- Oscillator Type:
- Internal
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
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