NXP Semiconductors MC9S08DV60CLC

Overview

MC9S08DV60CLC from NXP (formerly Freescale) is an 8-bit HCS08 microcontroller with 60 KB on-chip Flash, 3 KB RAM, and integrated CAN 2.0A/B controller, ADC, and real-time counter - designed for automotive body electronics and industrial control systems requiring robust communication and low-power operation.

For engineers reviewing the MC9S08DV60CLC datasheet, MC9S08DV60CLC pinout, MC9S08DV60CLC application, or MC9S08DV60CLC equivalent, key selection criteria include its 64-pin LQFP package, 20 MHz bus speed, MSCAN peripheral compliance, 12-bit ADC performance, and stop-mode power management capabilities.

Technical Context

The MC9S08DV60CLC implements the HCS08 CPU core with HC08 instruction set extension (including BGND), supporting up to 32 interrupt/reset sources and operating at 40 MHz CPU/20 MHz bus frequency. Its Multi-Purpose Clock Generator (MCG) provides flexible clock sourcing via internal reference (factory-trimmed 31.25 kHz–16 MHz range), external crystal/resonator, or PLL/FLL modes with ±1.5% FLL accuracy using internal temperature compensation.

System-level protection includes COP watchdog with dual-clock source (1 kHz internal or bus clock), low-voltage detect with configurable trip points, illegal opcode/address detection, and flash block protection. Development is supported by single-wire background debug interface and on-chip ICE with real-time bus capture.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

MC9S08DV60CLC is housed in a 64-pin low-profile quad flat-pack (LQFP), 10 mm × 10 mm, with 0.5 mm pitch and exposed thermal pad (EP). Pin assignments are defined per Chapter 2 of Rev 3 datasheet, covering VDD/VSS, XOSC, RESET, BKGD/MS, 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 automotive microcontroller applications.

Compared with S9S08DZ60F1MLC and MC9S08DZ60CLC, the MC9S08DV60CLC offers proven stability in mature automotive platforms but lacks the extended temperature range and enhanced ESD immunity of newer derivatives - making it optimal for cost-constrained industrial control where −40°C to 105°C operation suffices.

Availability

MC9S08DV60CLC is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive body electronics, industrial motor drives, smart power distribution units, and commercial HVAC controllers requiring stable component supply across long production lifecycles.

Supply support for MC9S08DV60CLC 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 acquisition of Freescale Semiconductor in 2015.

The MC9S08DV60CLC belongs to the HCS08 microcontroller family, engineered for cost-effective, low-power embedded control in automotive body electronics and industrial systems demanding CAN, ADC, and real-time scheduling capabilities.

FAQ

What is the maximum bus frequency supported by the MC9S08DV60CLC?

The MC9S08DV60CLC supports a maximum bus frequency of 20 MHz, derived from its 40 MHz CPU clock via a 2:1 divider. This frequency is sustained across the full operating voltage (2.7–5.5 V) and temperature (−40°C to 105°C) range, enabling deterministic real-time response in automotive and industrial timing-critical applications. The MC9S08DV60CLC achieves this using its Multi-Purpose Clock Generator (MCG) in PLL or FLL mode with internal or external reference sources.

Does the MC9S08DV60CLC include a built-in CAN transceiver?

No, the MC9S08DV60CLC integrates a CAN protocol controller (MSCAN module compliant with CAN 2.0A/B) but does not include a physical layer transceiver. An external CAN transceiver (e.g., TJA1042, MCP2551) is required to drive the differential CAN_H/CAN_L bus lines. The MC9S08DV60CLC provides the register interface, message buffering, filtering, and error handling - leaving signal level translation and bus termination to the external PHY.

What are the power-saving modes available on the MC9S08DV60CLC?

The MC9S08DV60CLC supports three primary low-power modes: Wait mode (reduced power with clocks active), Stop2 mode (sub-μA current, RAM retained, selected peripherals disabled), and Stop3 mode (lowest current, RAM retained, only RTC and COP remain functional). All modes support wake-up via interrupt, RTC alarm, or external pin edge - enabling energy-efficient operation in battery-powered or thermally constrained applications. The MC9S08DV60CLC's real-time interrupt capability operates in all modes.

Can the MC9S08DV60CLC operate without an external crystal?

Yes, the MC9S08DV60CLC can operate using its internal reference clock (IRC), factory-trimmed to ±2% accuracy at 31.25 kHz, which feeds the Multi-Purpose Clock Generator (MCG) to derive system clocks. This eliminates the need for external crystals in cost-sensitive or space-constrained designs. However, for applications requiring precise timing (e.g., LIN or CAN baud rate accuracy), an external crystal (1–16 MHz) is recommended - and the MC9S08DV60CLC supports both configurations without hardware change.

How many ADC channels and what resolution does the MC9S08DV60CLC provide?

The MC9S08DV60CLC features a 12-bit successive-approximation ADC with 16 input channels, including dedicated connections for internal temperature sensor and bandgap reference. Conversion time is 2.5 μs per sample, and the module supports automatic compare, hardware triggering, and selectable reference sources (VREFH/VREFL or internal 1.25 V). This ADC configuration enables high-fidelity sensor monitoring in automotive and industrial applications where the MC9S08DV60CLC serves as the primary data acquisition node.