NXP Semiconductors MC9S08DN60CLH

Overview

MC9S08DN60CLH from NXP (formerly Freescale) is an 8-bit HCS08 microcontroller with 60 KB on-chip Flash, 2 KB RAM, and 2 KB in-circuit programmable EEPROM, operating at up to 40 MHz CPU / 20 MHz bus frequency. It integrates 16-channel 12-bit ADC, dual analog comparators, SCI with LIN 2.0 support, SPI, I²C, two TPM modules (6+2 channels), RTC, and real-time interrupt capability - deployed in automotive body control modules and industrial sensor nodes.

For engineers reviewing the MC9S08DN60CLH datasheet, MC9S08DN60CLH pinout, MC9S08DN60CLH application, or MC9S08DN60CLH equivalent, key selection criteria include Flash size (60 KB), 64-pin LQFP package, 12-bit ADC conversion time (2.5 µs), LIN-capable SCI interface, and dual low-power stop modes with RTC wake-up.

Technical Context

The MC9S08DN60CLH implements the HCS08 CPU core with HC08 instruction set extension (including BGND), supporting up to 32 interrupt/reset sources and single-wire background debug. Its Multi-Purpose Clock Generator (MCG) provides FLL and PLL modes with ±1.5% accuracy using internal temperature-compensated reference and factory-trimmed IRC.

On-chip peripherals include a 16-channel 12-bit ADC with internal bandgap reference and temperature sensor, two analog comparators with edge-selectable interrupts, and dual TPM modules supporting input capture, output compare, and edge-aligned PWM - all operable in reduced-power wait mode and selectively retained in Stop2/Stop3 modes.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

MC9S08DN60CLH is housed in a 64-pin LQFP (10 × 10 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) package with exposed thermal pad. Pin functions are defined per Chapter 2 of the Rev 3 datasheet, including dedicated VDD/VSS pairs, XOSC pins (XTAL/EXTAL), RESET, BKGD/MS, ADC reference (VREFH/VREFL), and peripheral-mapped I/O ports A–G.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar 8-bit microcontroller applications.

Compared with MC9S08DN60CLH, S9S08DN60F2MLH offers identical functionality with extended temperature qualification, while MC9S08DZ60CLH trades LIN support for integrated CAN - making it unsuitable for pure LIN networks but essential for CAN-based distributed control.

Availability

MC9S08DN60CLH is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive body electronics, industrial sensor nodes, home appliance control panels, and medical handheld diagnostics requiring stable component supply across long production lifecycles.

Supply support for MC9S08DN60CLH 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 secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and IoT applications, formed from the spin-off of Freescale Semiconductor in 2015.

The MC9S08DN60CLH belongs to the HCS08 family - designed specifically for cost-sensitive, low-power embedded control in automotive body electronics and industrial automation where LIN protocol compliance and robust analog integration are critical.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the MC9S08DN60CLH CPU core?

The MC9S08DN60CLH CPU core operates at up to 40 MHz, with a corresponding 20 MHz bus clock frequency. This timing is achieved using the on-chip Multi-Purpose Clock Generator (MCG) in PLL or FLL mode, and is validated across the full industrial temperature range (–40°C to +85°C). The MC9S08DN60CLH datasheet specifies timing parameters for all peripheral modules under this clock configuration.

Does the MC9S08DN60CLH support LIN 2.0 communication natively?

Yes, the MC9S08DN60CLH includes SCI1 hardware that fully supports LIN 2.0 Protocol and SAE J2602 specifications, including master extended break generation and slave extended break detection. The MC9S08DN60CLH implements all required timing tolerances and frame formatting in hardware, eliminating software overhead for LIN physical layer compliance.

How much EEPROM memory does the MC9S08DN60CLH provide, and what are its erase characteristics?

The MC9S08DN60CLH provides 2 KB of in-circuit programmable EEPROM with sector-based erase: 8-byte single-page or 4-byte dual-page granularity. Erase operations can be aborted, and both program and erase functions operate concurrently with Flash execution. This EEPROM is specified for >100,000 erase cycles and retains data for >10 years at 85°C - confirmed in the MC9S08DN60CLH datasheet Appendix A.

What power-saving modes are available on the MC9S08DN60CLH, and which peripherals remain active in Stop mode?

The MC9S08DN60CLH supports two very low-power stop modes (Stop2 and Stop3), a reduced-power wait mode, and RTC wake-up from all states. In Stop2 mode, the RTC, COP watchdog (if clocked from 1-kHz internal source), and selected I/O pins retain functionality. Stop3 disables more clocks but preserves RAM and RTC operation - details are defined in Chapter 3 of the MC9S08DN60CLH datasheet.

Is the MC9S08DN60CLH pin-compatible with other members of the DN-series, such as MC9S08DN48CLH?

No, the MC9S08DN60CLH is not pin-compatible with MC9S08DN48CLH or other DN-series variants in the same package. While all share the 64-pin LQFP option, pin assignments differ significantly - especially for peripheral multiplexing (e.g., SCI, SPI, TPM signals) and memory mapping. The MC9S08DN60CLH datasheet explicitly states that pinouts are device-specific and must be verified per part number in Chapter 2.