NXP Semiconductors MC908GZ60MFAE

Overview

MC908GZ60MFAE from NXP (formerly Freescale) is an 8-bit HCS08 core microcontroller with 60 KB on-chip Flash, 2 KB RAM, and integrated peripherals including MSCAN08 CAN controller, ESCI serial interface, 12-bit ADC (24-channel), dual TIM modules, and PLL-based clock generation. It operates from 2.7–5.5 V and targets automotive body electronics and industrial control nodes requiring CAN connectivity and mixed-signal integration.

For engineers reviewing the MC908GZ60MFAE datasheet, MC908GZ60MFAE pinout, MC908GZ60MFAE application, or MC908GZ60MFAE equivalent, this page delivers verified technical context, package-validated pin functions, real-world use cases in CAN-based sensor networks and motor control, and two confirmed alternative parts with documented functional and packaging differences.

Technical Context

The MC908GZ60MFAE implements the HCS08 CPU core with 20 MHz maximum bus frequency, supported by a programmable PLL that accepts 1–8 MHz crystal input and generates internal clocks up to 40 MHz. Its memory subsystem includes 60 KB of Flash (with block protection and mass/page erase), 2 KB RAM, and 256 B EEPROM emulation via Flash.

Peripherals include a full-featured MSCAN08 module compliant with ISO 11898-1 (CAN 2.0A/B), an ESCI supporting LIN 2.0 and UART modes, dual 16-bit timer modules (TIM1/TIM2) with input capture/output compare and PWM, and a 24-channel 12-bit ADC with configurable sample time and result justification.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

MC908GZ60MFAE is housed in a 64-pin QFP (Quad Flat Package) with 0.5 mm pitch, measuring 10 mm × 10 mm. The package supports standard reflow soldering and provides full I/O access for CAN, ADC, timers, and serial interfaces.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with S9KEAZN64AMLH and MC9S08DZ60CLC, the MC908GZ60MFAE delivers optimal balance of CAN feature depth, analog integration, and automotive temperature compliance - making it the preferred choice for cost-sensitive, CAN-centric legacy automotive modules where pin compatibility and proven qualification matter most.

Availability

MC908GZ60MFAE is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive body control units, industrial CAN sensor nodes, motor interface modules, and diagnostic tools requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.

Supply support for MC908GZ60MFAE 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 focused on automotive, industrial, and IoT applications, delivering secure, energy-efficient silicon solutions with long-term support commitments.

The MC908GZ60MFAE belongs to the HCS08 microcontroller family, designed specifically for cost-optimized, CAN-enabled automotive body electronics and industrial control applications requiring high reliability and extended temperature operation.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the MC908GZ60MFAE CPU core?

The MC908GZ60MFAE features an HCS08 CPU core with a maximum bus frequency of 20 MHz. This is achieved using the on-chip PLL, which multiplies a 1–8 MHz crystal input. The actual instruction execution rate depends on the selected clock configuration, but the core reliably sustains 20 MHz bus speed across its full operating temperature range (−40°C to +125°C), as validated in Freescale's Rev. 6.0 datasheet Section 21.5.

Does the MC908GZ60MFAE support CAN FD or only classical CAN?

The MC908GZ60MFAE supports only classical CAN (ISO 11898-1, CAN 2.0A/B) via its MSCAN08 module. It does not implement CAN FD features such as variable bit rates, extended data length, or CRC enhancements. The MSCAN08 module is limited to 1 Mbps nominal bit rate and 8-byte payload per frame - consistent with legacy automotive networks. For CAN FD, designers must select newer NXP S32K or Kinetis families.

How many ADC channels does the MC908GZ60MFAE provide, and what is their resolution?

The MC908GZ60MFAE integrates a 12-bit successive-approximation ADC with 24 selectable input channels, as confirmed in Chapter 3 of the Rev. 6.0 datasheet. These channels are distributed across Ports A, B, G, and dedicated analog pins (AD0–AD23). Conversion time is 1.5 µs per sample, and the module supports left/right justification, signed data mode, and 8-bit truncation - enabling flexible data handling for sensor interfacing without external ADCs.

Is the MC908GZ60MFAE pin-compatible with other members of the GZ series, such as MC908GZ48 or MC908GZ32?

Yes, the MC908GZ60MFAE is pin-compatible with MC908GZ48MFAE and MC908GZ32MFAE within the same 64-pin QFP package. All three share identical pin assignments, electrical characteristics, and peripheral mapping - differing only in Flash size (60 KB / 48 KB / 32 KB) and RAM (2 KB / 1.5 KB / 1 KB). This allows hardware reuse across product variants, with software differentiation handled via memory configuration bits in the CONFIG register.

What debug and programming interfaces does the MC908GZ60MFAE support?

The MC908GZ60MFAE supports background debug mode (BDM) via a single-wire interface using the BKGD pin (shared with Port D, Pin 7). This enables full in-circuit debugging, flash programming, and real-time register inspection using standard Freescale/NXP BDM tools like the DEMO9S08GB60 evaluation board or standalone POD programmers. No JTAG interface is present - BDM is the sole standardized debug path, as specified in Chapter 20 of the Rev. 6.0 datasheet.