NXP Semiconductors MC9S08DV60CLH

Overview

MC9S08DV60CLH 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 MC9S08DV60CLH datasheet, MC9S08DV60CLH pinout, MC9S08DV60CLH application, or MC9S08DV60CLH equivalent, key selection criteria include its 64-pin LQFP package, 20 MHz bus speed, MSCAN peripheral compliance, 12-bit ADC conversion time, and stop-mode power management capabilities.

Technical Context

The MC9S08DV60CLH implements the HCS08 CPU core with 40-MHz instruction execution (20-MHz bus), supporting up to 32 interrupt/reset sources and BGND debug instruction. Its Multi-Purpose Clock Generator (MCG) provides FLL/PLL modes with ±1.5% internal reference accuracy and factory-trimmed internal clock.

On-chip peripherals include a 16-channel 12-bit ADC (2.5 μs conversion), two analog comparators, dual SCI modules supporting LIN 2.0/SAE J2602, SPI, I²C, two TPM timers (6- and 2-channel), and an RTC with 1-kHz low-power oscillator - all operating across run, wait, and two stop modes.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

MC9S08DV60CLH is housed in a 64-pin low-profile quad flat-pack (LQFP) measuring 10 × 10 mm with exposed thermal pad. Pin assignments are defined per Chapter 2 of the Rev 3 datasheet, including dedicated VDD/VSS pairs, crystal oscillator inputs (EXTAL/XTAL), CANH/CANL differential pins, and 53 general-purpose I/Os with configurable slew rate, drive strength, and hysteresis.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with MC9S08DV60CLH, the S9S08DZ60F1MLH offers improved automotive robustness but requires firmware adaptation, while the MC9S08DZ60CLH preserves full software/hardware compatibility at the cost of newer reliability features.

Availability

MC9S08DV60CLH is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive body electronics, industrial motor control, smart sensor nodes, and building automation systems requiring stable component supply and long lifecycle support.

Supply support for MC9S08DV60CLH 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 markets, with roots in Freescale's microcontroller heritage.

The MC9S08DV60CLH belongs to the HCS08 family - engineered for cost-sensitive, low-power automotive and industrial control applications demanding integrated CAN, precise timing, and robust on-chip peripherals.

FAQ

What is the maximum bus frequency supported by the MC9S08DV60CLH?

The MC9S08DV60CLH supports a maximum bus frequency of 20 MHz, derived from its 40-MHz HCS08 CPU core via a 2:1 divider. This bus speed governs peripheral timing, memory access, and interrupt latency. The MCG module allows flexible clock source selection - including internal FLL, PLL, or external crystal - to achieve stable 20-MHz operation across voltage and temperature ranges. MC9S08DV60CLH maintains this specification under full industrial temperature conditions (−40°C to 85°C).

Does the MC9S08DV60CLH include a hardware CAN controller?

Yes, the MC9S08DV60CLH integrates a fully compliant Freescale Controller Area Network (MSCAN) module supporting CAN protocol version 2.0A and 2.0B. It handles standard and extended data frames, remote frames, and features five receive buffers with FIFO storage plus programmable identifier filters (configurable as 2×32-bit, 4×16-bit, or 8×8-bit). MC9S08DV60CLH does not include a physical CAN transceiver; external transceiver ICs (e.g., TJA1042) are required for bus connection.

What packaging and pin count does the MC9S08DV60CLH use?

The MC9S08DV60CLH uses a 64-pin low-profile quad flat-pack (LQFP) package measuring 10 × 10 mm with exposed thermal pad. This package provides 53 general-purpose I/O pins and one input-only pin, along with dedicated power, ground, oscillator, reset, and debug signals. MC9S08DV60CLH shares this package option with other members of the DV-series, enabling layout reuse across memory variants (e.g., DV48/DV32).

Can the MC9S08DV60CLH operate in ultra-low-power modes?

Yes, the MC9S08DV60CLH supports two very low-power stop modes (Stop2 and Stop3), a reduced-power wait mode, and a real-time interrupt capable of waking the device from all three modes. In Stop3 mode, current consumption drops to approximately 1.5 µA with RTC running from the internal 1-kHz oscillator - enabling battery-powered operation for months. MC9S08DV60CLH retains RAM contents and selected register states during stop modes, allowing rapid resumption of operation upon wake-up.

Is there on-chip debugging support for the MC9S08DV60CLH?

Yes, the MC9S08DV60CLH includes a single-wire background debug (BDM) interface compliant with Freescale's BDM specification. This enables non-intrusive in-circuit debugging, flash programming, and real-time bus capture without requiring additional debug pins beyond BKGD/MS. MC9S08DV60CLH supports full breakpointing, register inspection, and memory access during active execution - essential for development of time-critical automotive and industrial firmware.