NXP Semiconductors LPC5536JHI48/00MP

Overview

LPC5536JHI48/00MP from NXP Semiconductors is a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M33 microcontroller designed for secure, low-power embedded control in industrial and automotive applications. It operates at up to 150 MHz, integrates 256 KB flash and 128 KB SRAM, features CAN FD, FlexSPI with 8 KB cache, and supports 32 GPIO pins in HVQFN48 packaging.

For engineers reviewing the LPC5536JHI48/00MP datasheet, LPC5536JHI48/00MP pinout, LPC5536JHI48/00MP application, or LPC5536JHI48/00MP equivalent, this page delivers verified specifications, validated pin functions, confirmed analog/digital peripheral capabilities, and real-world use context for motor control, sensor fusion, and secure edge-node designs.

Technical Context

The LPC5536JHI48/00MP implements ARMv8-M architecture with TrustZone security, DSP extensions, and FPU - enabling deterministic real-time control with cryptographic acceleration via PowerQuad coprocessor. Its dual DMA controllers (52+16 channels) support concurrent high-bandwidth transfers across FlexSPI, USB FS, CAN FD, and ADC subsystems.

Power management includes integrated DC-DC converter, multiple low-power modes (deep power-down with RAM retention), and wake-up sources including RTC (1 ms resolution), Micro-Tick Timer, and configurable GPIO interrupts. Clocking combines FRO (96 MHz ±1%), PLLs, and crystal oscillators (16–32 MHz and 32.768 kHz) with programmable load capacitance tuning.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

HVQFN48 package: 48-terminal, thermally enhanced, leadless plastic package with 0.4 mm pitch; exposed thermal pad for improved heat dissipation in compact industrial layouts.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with LPC5534JHI48/00MP, the LPC5536JHI48/00MP provides double flash capacity and USB FS support for firmware updates and HID-class peripherals; versus LPC55S36JHI48/00MP, it trades SECO security features for full DAC functionality and broader CRP flexibility - making it optimal for performance-driven, non-certified secure applications.

Availability

LPC5536JHI48/00MP is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor control, automotive body electronics, smart sensor hubs, and secure edge-node designs requiring stable component supply across multi-year production cycles.

Supply support for LPC5536JHI48/00MP 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 markets, with deep expertise in ARM-based microcontrollers and edge AI acceleration.

The LPC553x product line targets high-integration, low-power embedded applications demanding real-time control, advanced analog interfaces, and hardware-enforced security - optimized for motor control, sensor fusion, and secure edge intelligence.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the LPC5536JHI48/00MP?

The LPC5536JHI48/00MP runs at a maximum CPU frequency of 150 MHz using its ARM Cortex-M33 core. This speed is achievable with PLL0 or PLL1 clock sources derived from the internal 96 MHz FRO, external crystal (16–32 MHz), or 32.768 kHz RTC oscillator - all supported in the HVQFN48 variant. The LPC5536JHI48/00MP maintains full peripheral functionality at this rate, including FlexSPI, CAN FD, and ADC sampling.

Does the LPC5536JHI48/00MP support USB Full-Speed device mode?

No, the LPC5536JHI48/00MP does not support USB Full-Speed device mode. According to Table 2 in the datasheet, USB functionality is marked "–" for all HVQFN48 variants including LPC5536JHI48/00MP. Only HLQFP100 and HTQFP64 packages include USB FS. The LPC5536JHI48/00MP retains CAN FD, FlexSPI, and all other analog/digital peripherals except USB.

How many ADC channels does the LPC5536JHI48/00MP support?

The LPC5536JHI48/00MP supports 10 ADC input channels - eight differential pairs (or 16 single-ended) mapped across two 16-bit ADC blocks. As specified in Table 2, the HVQFN48 variant has "10" under ADC Channels. These channels operate at 2.0 Msamples/sec in 16-bit mode and support four simultaneous conversions using two independent sequences - critical for multi-sensor acquisition in motor control and condition monitoring.

What is the SRAM configuration of the LPC5536JHI48/00MP?

The LPC5536JHI48/00MP integrates 128 KB of on-chip SRAM, structured as 16 KB on the code bus and 112 KB contiguous SRAM on the system bus. Parity protection applies to all SRAM banks except RAM1, while ECC is available only on RAM1. This memory map enables efficient instruction fetch and high-bandwidth data buffering for DMA-intensive tasks like FlexSPI XIP and CAN FD messaging - confirmed in the LPC553x datasheet Rev. 5.0.

Is the LPC5536JHI48/00MP pin-compatible with other LPC553x HVQFN48 variants?

Yes, the LPC5536JHI48/00MP is pin-compatible with LPC5534JHI48/00MP and LPC55S36JHI48/00MP in the HVQFN48 package (SOT619-1). All share identical 48-pin layout, power domains, and I/O function mapping per Table 3 in the datasheet. Differences lie in flash size, security features, and peripheral enablement - not pin assignment - allowing drop-in replacement where firmware and feature requirements align.