NXP Semiconductors LPC5516JEV59E

Overview

LPC5516JEV59E from NXP Semiconductors is an Arm Cortex-M33 microcontroller designed for secure embedded applications, featuring 256 KB flash, 96 KB SRAM, TrustZone® security, PRINCE on-the-fly flash encryption, CASPER crypto acceleration, and CAN FD interface. It operates up to 150 MHz and integrates a 16-bit 2.0 Msamples/sec ADC, SCTimer/PWM, PLU, and USB high-speed controller - deployed in industrial gateways requiring firmware integrity, real-time control, and secure connectivity.

For engineers reviewing the LPC5516JEV59E datasheet, LPC5516JEV59E pinout, LPC5516JEV59E application, or LPC5516JEV59E equivalent, key selection considerations include VFBGA59 package footprint, absence of Secure Boot/TrustZone/PUF/CASPER/PRINCE (per Table 2), CAN FD support, USB HS-only (no FS), and 37 GPIOs - critical for space-constrained, cost-optimized, non-critical-security designs where full LPC55S1x feature set is unnecessary.

Technical Context

The LPC5516JEV59E implements an Arm Cortex-M33 core without TrustZone, PUF, CASPER, or PRINCE modules - distinguishing it from LPC55S1x variants. Its security architecture relies on basic HASH-AES and RNG engines, with secure boot disabled per ordering table.

It supports nine Flexcomm interfaces (configurable as USART/SPI/I2C/I2S), five 32-bit general-purpose timers, one SCTimer/PWM, RTC with wake-up capability, and a 24-bit MRT. Clocking uses internal FRO (96 MHz/12 MHz/1 MHz) and external crystal options (12–32 MHz, 32.768 kHz), with PLL0/PLL1 enabling full 150 MHz CPU operation.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

VFBGA59 package: thin fine-pitch ball grid array, 59 solder balls, 4 mm × 4 mm body, 0.4 mm pitch, lead-free and RoHS compliant.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with LPC5516JEV59E, LPC55S16JEV59 adds hardware-enforced security features at higher cost and complexity, while LPC5514JEV59 trades memory capacity for lower price - making LPC5516JEV59E optimal for mid-tier industrial controllers needing CAN FD, USB HS, and rich analog/timing resources without security certification overhead.

Availability

LPC5516JEV59E is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial PLC I/O modules, smart sensor nodes, automotive diagnostic tools, and home energy monitors requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and consistent VFBGA59 packaging.

Supply support for LPC5516JEV59E 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 connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and IoT applications, with over 50 years of embedded systems expertise.

The LPC551x series targets cost-optimized, non-certified secure embedded control - delivering Cortex-M33 performance, CAN FD, USB HS, and advanced analog peripherals without premium security IP, enabling rapid deployment in price-sensitive industrial edge devices.

FAQ

Does LPC5516JEV59E support Secure Boot or TrustZone® technology?

No, LPC5516JEV59E does not include Secure Boot, TrustZone®, PUF, CASPER, or PRINCE modules - these features are exclusive to LPC55S1x variants per NXP's official ordering table. The LPC5516JEV59E retains HASH-AES and RNG engines but lacks cryptographic key provisioning and runtime isolation capabilities required for secure boot verification. Engineers must implement software-based authentication if needed.

What USB modes does LPC5516JEV59E support?

LPC5516JEV59E supports USB 2.0 high-speed (480 Mbps) host and device operation only - it does not include full-speed (12 Mbps) USB capability. The on-chip high-speed PHY and dedicated DMA controller enable efficient bulk data transfer, but crystal-less operation is not supported in device mode. Designers must provide a 12 MHz or 24 MHz crystal or oscillator for USB clocking.

How many GPIO pins are available on LPC5516JEV59E?

LPC5516JEV59E provides 37 usable GPIO pins in its VFBGA59 package, as confirmed in Table 2 of the datasheet. These include configurable digital I/O, pin interrupts (PINT), group interrupts (GINT), and secure GPIO options. Pin multiplexing is managed via IOCON registers, and default reset states disable pull-ups/pull-downs on most pins except specific debug and boot configuration pins.

Is the 16-bit ADC on LPC5516JEV59E capable of simultaneous sampling?

Yes, the 16-bit ADC on LPC5516JEV59E supports simultaneous conversions on two ADC input channels belonging to the same differential pair - achieving up to 2.0 Msamples/sec aggregate rate. This capability is explicitly documented for real-time waveform capture in motor control or power quality applications, with internal/external trigger support and five differential channel pairs (10 single-ended channels) available.

What is the operating temperature range for LPC5516JEV59E?

LPC5516JEV59E is rated for industrial operation from −40 °C to +105 °C, as specified in the official NXP datasheet. This extended temperature range ensures reliable performance in harsh environments such as factory automation cabinets, outdoor energy meters, and under-hood automotive diagnostic tools - supported by integrated PMU, brown-out detectors, and DC-DC converter operation.

Can LPC5516JEV59E be used as a drop-in replacement for LPC55S16JEV59?

No, LPC5516JEV59E is not a drop-in replacement for LPC55S16JEV59 due to missing security IP (TrustZone®, PUF, CASPER, PRINCE) and absence of Secure Boot - though both share identical VFBGA59 pinout, clocking, and peripheral configuration. Firmware relying on secure boot or hardware crypto acceleration will fail; redesign is required to remove or emulate those functions in software.