NXP Semiconductors MC9S08PA60VLDR

Overview

MC9S08PA60VLDR from NXP (formerly Freescale) is an 8-bit HCS08L-core microcontroller with 60 kB on-chip flash, 4 kB RAM, 256 B EEPROM, 12-bit 16-channel ADC, and operation from −40 °C to +105 °C. It supports three serial interfaces (SCI, SPI, I²C), internal clock generator, low-voltage detect, and power-on reset - deployed in industrial motor control and sensor interface modules.

For engineers reviewing the MC9S08PA60VLDR datasheet, MC9S08PA60VLDR pinout, MC9S08PA60VLDR application, or MC9S08PA60VLDR equivalent, key selection criteria include its 64-pin LQFP package, 2.7–5.5 V supply range, 12-bit ADC resolution, −40 °C to +105 °C temperature rating, and HCS08L core architecture for deterministic real-time control.

Technical Context

The MC9S08PA60VLDR implements the HCS08L 8-bit CPU core with a 16-bit address bus and Harvard architecture, supporting up to 20 MHz bus frequency (via internal PLL scaling). Its memory subsystem includes 60 kB flash with block protection, 4 kB RAM, and 256 B EEPROM with write endurance >100k cycles.

Peripherals include a 12-bit SAR ADC with 16 input channels and programmable sample time, three independent serial interfaces (one SCI, one SPI, one I²C), and system-level features including low-voltage detection with interrupt capability, POR circuitry, and internal clock generator with fine-tuned trimming.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

LQFP-64 (10 mm × 10 mm × 1.4 mm, 0.5 mm pitch), surface-mount, RoHS-compliant plastic package with moisture sensitivity level (MSL) 3 and 168-hour floor life.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with S9S08PA60F2VLH and MC9S08AC60CFUE, the MC9S08PA60VLDR provides full flash programmability, integrated I²C, and maximum ADC channel count - making it optimal for sensor-rich industrial edge nodes requiring field firmware updates and multi-protocol connectivity.

Availability

MC9S08PA60VLDR is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor control, smart metering, sensor interface modules, and PLC I/O expansion requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long production lifecycles.

Supply support for MC9S08PA60VLDR 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.

The MC9S08PA60VLDR belongs to the S08PA family - designed specifically for cost-sensitive, high-reliability industrial control applications demanding extended temperature operation, integrated analog peripherals, and robust ESD immunity.

FAQ

What is the maximum bus frequency supported by the MC9S08PA60VLDR?

The MC9S08PA60VLDR supports a maximum bus frequency of 20 MHz, achieved via internal PLL scaling from the internal clock generator or external crystal. This frequency enables deterministic real-time response for motor control loops and sensor sampling at ≤50 µs intervals. The MC9S08PA60VLDR's timing specification is validated across the full −40 °C to +105 °C operating range.

Does the MC9S08PA60VLDR include hardware support for I²C communication?

Yes, the MC9S08PA60VLDR integrates a dedicated I²C module compliant with Philips I²C-bus specification v2.1. It supports standard-mode (100 kbit/s) and fast-mode (400 kbit/s) operation, with hardware address matching, arbitration, and clock stretching. This I²C interface is accessible on PTB0 (SDA) and PTB1 (SCL) pins and is fully functional in the MC9S08PA60VLDR without external components.

What is the EEPROM endurance specification for the MC9S08PA60VLDR?

The MC9S08PA60VLDR includes 256 bytes of on-chip EEPROM rated for ≥100,000 write/erase cycles and data retention of ≥10 years at +85 °C. This specification is guaranteed under standard operating conditions (2.7–5.5 V, −40 °C to +105 °C) and applies directly to the MC9S08PA60VLDR - no external EEPROM is needed for parameter storage or calibration data logging.

Is the MC9S08PA60VLDR pin-compatible with other S08PA family members?

No - the MC9S08PA60VLDR uses a 64-pin LQFP package with specific pin assignments for its 57 GPIOs, 16 ADC inputs, and three serial interfaces. While functionally similar to MC9S08PA32VLH and MC9S08PA16VLH, those variants use different pin counts and layouts. Direct PCB replacement is not possible without layout revision for the MC9S08PA60VLDR.

What packaging and compliance certifications apply to the MC9S08PA60VLDR?

The MC9S08PA60VLDR is supplied in a RoHS-compliant, halogen-free LQFP-64 package (10 mm × 10 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) with MSL3 rating and 168-hour floor life. It meets JEDEC J-STD-020D reflow requirements (peak 260 °C, 40 s), and carries Freescale/NXP's REACH SVHC declaration and RoHS CoA - all verified for the MC9S08PA60VLDR production lot.