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NXP Semiconductors MC9S08GB60CFU
- Part No.:
- MC9S08GB60CFU
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 64-LQFP
- Datasheet:
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MC9S08GB60CFU.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 8BIT 60KB FLASH 64LQFP
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Product details
Overview
MC9S08GB60CFU from NXP (formerly Freescale) is an 8-bit HCS08 core microcontroller with 60 KB Flash, 4 KB RAM, and integrated peripherals including SCI, SPI, I²C, TPM, ATD, and KBI. It operates at up to 40 MHz bus frequency, supports multiple low-power stop/wait modes, and targets cost-sensitive embedded control in automotive body electronics and industrial sensors.
For engineers reviewing the MC9S08GB60CFU datasheet, MC9S08GB60CFU pinout, MC9S08GB60CFU application, or MC9S08GB60CFU equivalent, key selection criteria include its 48-pin QFN package, 32 MHz max internal FLL-locked clock, 10-bit 16-channel ATD converter, and background debug interface for in-circuit programming and real-time trace.
Technical Context
The MC9S08GB60CFU implements the HCS08 CPU core with a 16-bit index register, 8-bit accumulator, and 5-cycle MOV instruction timing. Its Internal Clock Generator (ICG) supports four operational modes - FEI, FEE, FBE, and SCM - enabling flexible clock sourcing from internal RC or external crystal (32 kHz to 8 MHz).
Peripheral integration includes two SCI modules (SCI1/SCI2), one SPI, one I²C, two 16-bit Timer/PWM modules (TPM1/TPM2) with up to six channels each, and a 10-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter with hardware trigger support and configurable sample time.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core | HCS08 8-bit CPU with 5-cycle MOV, 16-bit index register, and 8-level hardware stack |
| Flash Memory | 60 KB on-chip Flash with block protection, 47 µs typical program time per word, and vector redirection capability |
| RAM | 4 KB on-chip RAM with retention in Stop1 mode and no wait states at full bus speed |
| Max Bus Frequency | 40 MHz (FEE mode with 8 MHz crystal × 5 FLL multiplier), enabling real-time control loop execution ≤25 ns per cycle |
| ATD Converter | 10-bit, 16-channel ADC with 7 µs conversion time, software/hardware trigger, and 4 selectable sample periods |
| Low-Power Modes | Stop1 (0.5 µA typical), Stop2 (1.5 µA), Wait (1.2 µA), and Active Background Debug enabled in all stop modes |
| Debug Interface | Single-wire Background Debug Mode (BDM) via PTG0/BKGD pin, supporting full read/write/erase and real-time register inspection |
Pinout & Package
MC9S08GB60CFU is housed in a 48-pin QFN (7 mm × 7 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) with wettable flanks, optimized for automated optical inspection and thermal dissipation in space-constrained PCB layouts.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD, VSS | Power supply and ground | Dual 2.7–5.5 V supply pins with separate analog/digital ground connections for noise isolation |
| PTG0/BKGD | Background debug / mode select | Single-wire BDM interface; also functions as general-purpose I/O or oscillator input in non-debug configurations |
| EXTAL/XTAL | Crystal oscillator terminals | Supports 32 kHz watch crystal or 1–8 MHz main crystal; XTAL output drives external load capacitance directly |
| PTA0–PTA7 | Port A I/O with KBI | 8-bit port with keyboard interrupt capability on all pins; configurable pull-up, slew rate, and data direction |
| PTB0–PTB7 | Port B with ATD inputs | 8-bit port where PTB0–PTB7 serve as analog inputs to the 16-channel ATD module |
| PTC0–PTC7 | Port C with SCI2/I²C | Includes SCI2 TX/RX, I²C SCL/SDA, and high-current drive capability (20 mA sink/source) |
| PTD0–PTD7 | Port D with TPM1/TPM2 | Hosts TPM1 and TPM2 channel I/O (CH0–CH5), supporting input capture, output compare, and PWM generation |
| PTE0–PTE7 | Port E with SCI1/SPI | SCI1 TX/RX, SPI MOSI/MISO/SCK/SS, and general-purpose I/O with interrupt capability |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| SuperFlash® technology | Enables 100,000 write/erase cycles and 15-year data retention without external EEPROM |
| Flexible clock generation | ICG supports internal RC trim, FLL lock detection, and seamless transition between FEI/FEE/FBE/SCM modes |
| Hardware-based low-voltage detect | LVD module provides reset, interrupt, or warning at user-selectable thresholds (2.5 V, 2.7 V, 3.0 V, 3.3 V) |
| Real-time interrupt timer | RTI generates periodic interrupts from 1.0 ms to 1.0 s using internal or external clock sources without CPU overhead |
| Peripheral cross-triggering | ATD conversion can be triggered by TPM overflow or SCI receive event, enabling synchronized sensor sampling |
Applications
| Automotive Body Control Module | Industrial Sensor Node |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Centralized control of door locks, window lifts, mirror adjustment, and interior lighting in entry-level vehicles. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary MCU executing CAN/LIN gateway logic, PWM motor control, and ATD-based potentiometer feedback acquisition. Use Value: 60 KB Flash accommodates bootloader + application firmware; 40 MHz bus enables sub-100 µs response to LIN frame interrupts. | Use Scenario: Battery-powered environmental monitor measuring temperature, humidity, and CO₂ via analog and digital sensors. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: System controller managing ATD sampling, I²C sensor reads, SPI flash logging, and low-power wake-on-event operation. Use Value: Stop1 mode draws only 0.5 µA, extending 2×AA battery life beyond 5 years; BDM allows field firmware updates without removing the board. |
| Home Appliance Motor Controller | Medical Diagnostic Handheld |
Use Scenario: Brushless DC motor commutation and current sensing in washing machine drum drives. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time PWM generator with TPM center-aligned mode, ATD current feedback, and SCI-based host communication. Use Value: Dual TPM modules provide six independent PWM outputs with dead-time insertion; 10-bit ATD resolves 12-bit effective resolution via oversampling. | Use Scenario: Portable pulse oximeter acquiring photodiode signals and driving OLED display via SPI. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Signal acquisition MCU performing synchronized dual-channel ATD sampling and real-time LED current regulation via TPM PWM. Use Value: Hardware ATD trigger from TPM overflow ensures precise 100 Hz sampling phase alignment; 4 KB RAM buffers 30 seconds of waveform data before transmission. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar 8-bit microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MC9S08AC60CFU | Same HCS08 core and peripheral set but uses older AC-family mask ROM instead of GB-family Flash; no in-field reprogramming capability | Suitable only for fixed-function, high-volume production where firmware never changes | Select MC9S08AC60CFU only if boot code immutability and lower unit cost outweigh need for field updates |
| S9KEAZ128AMLH | Kinetis E-series ARM Cortex-M0+ core, 128 KB Flash, 16 KB RAM, higher performance but larger footprint and different toolchain | Requires migration to KDS/Eclipse IDE and CMSIS drivers; not drop-in compatible | Choose S9KEAZ128AMLH when future scalability, USB connectivity, or floating-point math is required |
Compared with MC9S08AC60CFU, the MC9S08GB60CFU offers field-upgradable Flash and BDM debugging; versus S9KEAZ128AMLH, it delivers lower power, smaller code size, and simpler certification for legacy automotive ECUs - making it optimal for cost-sensitive, Flash-based HCS08 designs.
Availability
MC9S08GB60CFU is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive body electronics, industrial sensor nodes, home appliance motor controllers, and medical diagnostic handhelds requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for MC9S08GB60CFU 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 embedded controller heritage.
The MC9S08GB60CFU belongs to the HCS08 GB-series microcontrollers, designed specifically for cost-optimized, low-power embedded control in automotive body electronics and industrial automation where Flash programmability and debug flexibility are essential.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the MC9S08GB60CFU?
The MC9S08GB60CFU supports a maximum bus frequency of 40 MHz, achieved in FEE mode using an 8 MHz external crystal multiplied by the FLL (×5). This yields a 25 ns instruction cycle time, sufficient for real-time motor control loops and fast serial communication handling within the MC9S08GB60CFU's architecture.
Does the MC9S08GB60CFU support in-system programming via its debug interface?
Yes, the MC9S08GB60CFU features a single-wire Background Debug Mode (BDM) interface accessible through the PTG0/BKGD pin. This allows full in-circuit programming, erasure, and debugging of the MC9S08GB60CFU without requiring external programming hardware - critical for prototyping and field firmware updates.
How many analog input channels does the ATD module in the MC9S08GB60CFU support?
The MC9S08GB60CFU integrates a 10-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter with 16 configurable input channels, mapped to Port B pins PTB0–PTB7 and additional dedicated analog pins. Channel selection, sample time, and conversion triggers are fully software-controllable, enabling flexible sensor interfacing in the MC9S08GB60CFU design.
What low-power modes are available on the MC9S08GB60CFU, and what is the lowest current draw?
The MC9S08GB60CFU supports Stop1, Stop2, Wait, and Active Background modes. In Stop1 mode with LVD disabled and BDM active, typical current consumption is 0.5 µA - making it suitable for battery-backed applications where the MC9S08GB60CFU must retain RAM and wake on external interrupt or RTI event.
Is the MC9S08GB60CFU pin-compatible with other devices in the HCS08 GB/GT family?
Yes, the MC9S08GB60CFU shares identical 48-pin QFN packaging and pin mapping with MC9S08GB32CFU and MC9S08GT60CFU. This allows hardware reuse across variants differing only in Flash/RAM size and peripheral enablement - simplifying design scaling while maintaining layout compatibility for the MC9S08GB60CFU and related parts.
MC9S08GB60CFU Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 64-LQFP
- Series:
- S08
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Core Processor:
- S08
- Core Size:
- 8-Bit
- Speed:
- 40MHz
- Connectivity:
- I2C, SCI, SPI
- Peripherals:
- LVD, POR, PWM, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 56
- Program Memory Size:
- 60KB (60K x 8)
- Program Memory Type:
- FLASH
- EEPROM Size:
- -
- RAM Size:
- 4K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 1.8V ~ 3.6V
- Data Converters:
- A/D 8x10b
- Oscillator Type:
- Internal
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
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