NXP Semiconductors MC908GZ60VFUE

Overview

MC908GZ60VFUE from NXP (formerly Freescale) is an 8-bit HCS08 microcontroller featuring 60 KB on-chip Flash memory, 2 KB RAM, and integrated peripherals including MSCAN08 CAN controller, ESCI serial interface, 10-bit ADC with 24 channels, dual TIM modules, and PLL-based clock generation. It operates at up to 40 MHz core frequency with 5 V supply and targets automotive body electronics and industrial control applications requiring robust communication and analog sensing.

For engineers reviewing the MC908GZ60VFUE datasheet, MC908GZ60VFUE pinout, MC908GZ60VFUE application, or MC908GZ60VFUE equivalent, this page delivers verified technical context, package-specific pin functions, real-world use cases in CAN-based vehicle subsystems, and validated alternative parts for design continuity and sourcing flexibility.

Technical Context

The MC908GZ60VFUE implements the HCS08 CPU core with enhanced addressing modes and a 16-level hardware stack. Its Clock Generator Module (CGM) integrates a crystal oscillator, PLL with programmable multiplier (×1 to ×32), and automatic acquisition/lock logic enabling stable 40 MHz operation from low-frequency crystals.

It includes a full-featured MSCAN08 module compliant with ISO 11898-1 (CAN 2.0A/B), supporting message filtering, FIFO buffering, and bus-off recovery - paired with ESCI for LIN or UART communication and dual 16-bit TIM modules with input capture, output compare, and PWM generation capabilities.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

MC908GZ60VFUE is housed in a 64-pin LQFP (7 mm × 7 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) package with exposed thermal pad. Pin assignments are defined per Freescale Document MC68HC908GZ60 Rev. 6, Section 1.4 and Table 1-1.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with MC908GZ60VFUE, the S9KEAZN64AMLH offers modern ARM architecture and CAN FD but mandates board revision, while the MC9S12XEP100MALR delivers greater memory and dual CAN at the cost of size, power, and toolchain complexity - making MC908GZ60VFUE optimal for cost-sensitive, pin-constrained 5 V CAN nodes.

Availability

MC908GZ60VFUE is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive body electronics, industrial CAN nodes, and embedded control systems requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and qualified automotive-grade sourcing.

Supply support for MC908GZ60VFUE 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 roots in Freescale's embedded MCU heritage.

The MC908GZ60VFUE belongs to the HCS08 family - designed specifically for cost-optimized, functionally safe automotive body control and industrial automation where CAN integration, analog sensing, and low-power operation are critical.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the MC908GZ60VFUE?

The MC908GZ60VFUE achieves a maximum core frequency of 40 MHz using its integrated PLL, which multiplies an external crystal input (1–8 MHz) or internal RC oscillator. This frequency is sustained across the full industrial temperature range (−40°C to +125°C) and 4.5–5.5 V supply, enabling deterministic real-time response in automotive timing-critical tasks.

Does the MC908GZ60VFUE support CAN 2.0B extended frames?

Yes, the MC908GZ60VFUE's MSCAN08 module fully supports CAN 2.0B, including both standard (11-bit) and extended (29-bit) identifier formats. Message filtering, masking, and acceptance logic are configurable in firmware, allowing flexible arbitration and routing of mixed-frame traffic on shared CAN buses.

How many ADC channels does the MC908GZ60VFUE support, and what is their resolution?

The MC908GZ60VFUE integrates a 10-bit successive-approximation ADC with up to 24 input channels mapped across Ports A, B, and G. Channel selection, sample time, and result justification (left/right-aligned) are software-configurable, delivering ±1 LSB INL/DNL accuracy under specified operating conditions.

What low-power modes are available on the MC908GZ60VFUE?

The MC908GZ60VFUE supports Wait mode (CPU halted, peripherals active) and Stop mode (full clock gating, <10 µA typical current). Wake-up sources include external IRQ, keyboard interrupt (KBI), CAN activity, and real-time interrupts - enabling energy-efficient operation in battery-backed automotive modules.

Is the MC908GZ60VFUE pin-compatible with other members of the GZ family?

No - the MC908GZ60VFUE (64-pin LQFP) is not pin-compatible with MC68HC908GZ48 or MC68HC908GZ32, which use 52-pin QFP packages. While register-level compatibility exists within the HCS08 GZ family, physical layout, I/O count, and peripheral mapping differ, requiring dedicated PCB design for each variant.