Renesas M3T-F160-64NSA

Overview

M3T-F160-64NSA from Renesas Electronics is a converter board designed to interface the 160-core FLX160 flexible cable with 64-pin 0.8-mm-pitch LQFP foot patterns (PLQP0064GA-A / formerly 64P6U-A), enabling debug and on-board evaluation of Renesas MCUs with on-chip flash or QzROM. It includes pre-mounted NQPACK064SA160, YQPACK064SA, YQSOCKET064SAF, and four YQ-GUIDE alignment guides.

For engineers reviewing the M3T-F160-64NSA datasheet, M3T-F160-64NSA pinout mapping, M3T-F160-64NSA application in MCU debugging, or M3T-F160-64NSA equivalent adapter boards, this page provides verified mechanical interface details, connector correspondence, insertion durability (50 cycles), and system integration guidance for Renesas emulation workflows.

Technical Context

The M3T-F160-64NSA bridges high-density 160-conductor FLX160 cables to standard 64-pin LQFP land patterns, supporting both debugging (via emulation pod probe connection) and on-board evaluation (with HQPACK064SA160 and target MCU stacked on NQPACK064SA160). Its dual-connector layout (CN1 and CN2) enables signal routing between flexible cable and PCB footprint without soldering.

Connector CN1 mates with FLX160-based probes (e.g., M3xxxxT-RLFS, FLX160-PRB, or M3xxxxTx-EPB), while CN2 interfaces directly with the 64-pin LQFP footprint. Pin correspondence is non-sequential and includes NC (no-connect) and unassigned positions - confirmed by Table 2 in the official User's Manual Rev.2.00.

Key Specifications

Availability

M3T-F160-64NSA is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for MCU debug setup, on-board flash programming, Renesas emulation pod interfacing, and LQFP-based evaluation requiring stable component supply and traceable sourcing.

Supply support for M3T-F160-64NSA 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

Renesas Electronics Corporation is a Japanese semiconductor manufacturer formed in 2010 via merger of NEC Electronics and Renesas Technology, specializing in microcontrollers, analog, power, and embedded solutions.

The M3T-F160-64NSA belongs to Renesas' legacy tooling ecosystem for H8, SH, and early RX-series MCU development, specifically engineered to simplify physical interface between proprietary FLX160 debug cables and standard LQFP evaluation footprints.

FAQ

What is the primary function of the M3T-F160-64NSA?

The M3T-F160-64NSA is a passive mechanical converter board that adapts the 160-conductor FLX160 flexible cable to a 64-pin 0.8-mm-pitch LQFP footprint (PLQP0064GA-A). It enables debugging and on-board evaluation of Renesas MCUs without custom PCB design. The M3T-F160-64NSA does not contain active circuitry - its role is purely interconnect and mechanical alignment.

Which Renesas MCU packages is the M3T-F160-64NSA compatible with?

The M3T-F160-64NSA is explicitly designed for the PLQP0064GA-A package - a 64-pin 0.8-mm-pitch LQFP also historically labeled 64P6U-A. Compatibility is mechanical and footprint-specific; it does not support other pin counts, pitches, or package types (e.g., QFP-100 or TQFP-144). The M3T-F160-64NSA User's Manual Rev.2.00 confirms this sole package match.

Does the M3T-F160-64NSA include all required components for immediate use?

Yes - the M3T-F160-64NSA ships with all key interface components pre-mounted: NQPACK064SA160, YQPACK064SA, YQSOCKET064SAF, and four YQ-GUIDE alignment guides. No additional hardware is needed to begin debugging or on-board evaluation, though HQPACK064SA160 (for on-board evaluation) must be purchased separately per the manual.

How many times can the connectors on the M3T-F160-64NSA be inserted and removed reliably?

Per Table 1 in the official M3T-F160-64NSA User's Manual Rev.2.00, the board's connectors are rated for 50 guaranteed insertion/removal cycles. This specification applies to both CN1 (FLX160 side) and CN2 (LQFP footprint side) under proper alignment using the included YQ-GUIDEs - exceeding this count may compromise contact integrity.

Is the M3T-F160-64NSA RoHS compliant and suitable for commercial applications?

Yes - as a Renesas Electronics product released in 2007 and maintained under their environmental compliance program, the M3T-F160-64NSA conforms to EU RoHS Directive requirements. It is designated for "Standard" quality grade applications including industrial robots, test equipment, and office electronics - consistent with Renesas' published quality classification policy.