NXP Semiconductors LPC54607J256ET180E

Overview

LPC54607J256ET180 from NXP Semiconductors is a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M4 microcontroller with FPU and MPU, operating at up to 180 MHz, featuring 256 KB flash, 136 KB SRAM, dual USB (HS/FS) controllers, LCD interface, and 145 GPIOs in a TFBGA180 package - deployed in industrial HMI and embedded display control systems.

For engineers reviewing the LPC54607J256ET180 datasheet, LPC54607J256ET180 pinout, LPC54607J256ET180 application, or LPC54607J256ET180 equivalent, key selection criteria include USB host/device coexistence, LCD controller support without Ethernet/CAN FD, TFBGA180 thermal and routing constraints, and Flash/SRAM partitioning for real-time GUI firmware.

Technical Context

The LPC54607J256ET180 implements an ARM Cortex-M4 core with hardware FPU and MPU, executing at 180 MHz using a 3-stage Harvard pipeline with speculative branching and integrated prefetch unit. It integrates dual USB 2.0 controllers (one high-speed with on-chip PHY, one full-speed with crystal-less device-mode support) and a dedicated LCD controller supporting TFT/STN displays up to 1024×768 with 24-bit color and DMA acceleration.

Its peripheral set excludes Ethernet AVB, CAN FD, and SHA modules - distinguishing it from LPC54616/LPC54618 variants - while retaining ten Flexcomm interfaces (configurable as USART/SPI/I2C/I2S), 12-bit 5 MS/s ADC with 12 channels, DMIC subsystem, SCTimer/PWM, RTC, and programmable PMU for multi-level low-power operation across −40 °C to +105 °C.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: TFBGA180 (SOT570-3), 12 mm × 12 mm × 0.8 mm body, 180-ball array with 0.8 mm pitch, ball A1 index marked, RoHS-compliant.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar microcontroller applications.

Compared with LPC54606J256ET180 and LPC54616J256ET180, the LPC54607J256ET180 uniquely balances local display capability and USB versatility without Ethernet/CAN overhead - making it optimal for cost-sensitive, self-contained HMI designs where visual feedback is primary and network connectivity is secondary or absent.

Availability

LPC54607J256ET180 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial HMI, smart building terminals, and medical UI applications requiring stable component supply, long-term manufacturability, and automotive-grade temperature resilience.

Supply support for LPC54607J256ET180 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 leader specializing in secure, connected, and intelligent solutions for automotive, industrial, IoT, and mobile markets.

The LPC546xx family was designed for high-performance, low-power embedded applications demanding rich peripheral integration - particularly targeting human-machine interfaces, industrial control panels, and resource-constrained edge nodes with display and USB connectivity.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the LPC54607J256ET180?

The LPC54607J256ET180 operates at a maximum CPU frequency of 180 MHz, achieved via the ARM Cortex-M4 core with integrated FPU and MPU. This frequency is sustained using the system PLL fed by the internal 96 MHz FRO or external crystal source. The LPC54607J256ET180 does not support the 220 MHz mode found in LPC54628 variants.

Does the LPC54607J256ET180 include Ethernet or CAN FD peripherals?

No, the LPC54607J256ET180 explicitly omits Ethernet AVB, CAN FD, and SHA modules per its ordering table and block diagram. These features are present in higher-tier variants like LPC54616/LPC54618 but excluded here to optimize cost and power for display-centric applications. The LPC54607J256ET180 retains dual USB and LCD controller as its defining differentiators.

How many GPIO pins are available on the LPC54607J256ET180 in the TFBGA180 package?

The LPC54607J256ET180 provides 145 general-purpose I/O pins in the TFBGA180 package, as confirmed in Table 2 of the datasheet. These include configurable digital functions, analog ADC inputs, and dedicated peripheral signals such as USB DP/DM and LCD data lines - all accessible through the 180-ball grid without multiplexing conflicts in standard configurations.

What USB capabilities does the LPC54607J256ET180 support?

The LPC54607J256ET180 integrates two independent USB 2.0 controllers: one high-speed (480 Mbps) with on-chip PHY, and one full-speed (12 Mbps) with crystal-less device-mode operation enabled by internal RC oscillator and NXP's software library. Both support host and device roles, enabling simultaneous USB peripheral attachment and PC-side debugging via CDC/HID/DFU classes without external PHY components.

Is the LCD controller on the LPC54607J256ET180 capable of driving RGB888 displays?

Yes, the LPC54607J256ET180's LCD controller supports true-color 24-bit RGB888 mode at resolutions up to 1024×768 pixels, with dedicated DMA for frame buffer transfers and programmable pixel clock generation. It interfaces directly to parallel RGB panels without external timing controllers, and supports both STN and TFT technologies - verified in the block diagram and peripheral description sections of the datasheet.