NXP Semiconductors MC9S08PT60AVLH

Overview

MC9S08PT60AVLH from NXP Semiconductors is an 8-bit S08 microcontroller with 60 KB flash, 4 KB RAM, and 256-byte EEPROM, operating at up to 20 MHz across –40 °C to 105 °C. It integrates a 16-channel 12-bit ADC, three FlexTimer modules (6+2+2 channels), three SCI/LIN UARTs, I²C, dual SPI, RTC, analog comparator, CRC engine, and touch-sensing interface (TSI) - deployed in industrial motor control and automotive body electronics.

For engineers reviewing the MC9S08PT60AVLH datasheet, MC9S08PT60AVLH pinout, MC9S08PT60AVLH application, or MC9S08PT60AVLH equivalent, key selection criteria include its -40 °C to 105 °C extended temperature rating, 20 mA high-drive GPIO capability, stop3-mode current of 1.45 µA at 5 V, on-chip ICE debug support, and LQFP-64 package compatibility with legacy S08 toolchains.

Technical Context

The MC9S08PT60AVLH implements an enhanced HCS08 CPU core with four-level nested interrupt handling and up to 40 interrupt/reset sources. Its clock system combines an internal frequency-locked loop (ICS) with ±1% accuracy (0–70 °C) and ±2% (–40–105 °C), plus an external crystal oscillator supporting 4–20 MHz or 31.25–39.0625 kHz ranges.

System protection includes independent watchdog timer, programmable low-voltage detect (LVD) with four warning thresholds, illegal opcode/address detection, and flash/RAM access protection. Peripheral clock gating via PMC enables selective module power-down in low-power modes including Stop3, where TSI, ADC, and LVD remain active with sub-µA overhead.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

MC9S08PT60AVLH is packaged in a 64-pin LQFP (Leadless Quad Flat Package) with 0.5 mm pitch, RoHS-compliant, moisture sensitivity level MSL-3 per J-STD-020.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with MC9S08PT60AVLH, the S9KEAZN64AMLH offers ARM architecture advantages but lacks native TSI and requires PCB redesign, while the MC9S08PT32AVLH provides identical functionality at lower memory cost - making it ideal for cost-sensitive derivatives where flash headroom is unnecessary.

Availability

MC9S08PT60AVLH is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor control, automotive body electronics, and smart appliance applications requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and extended temperature operation.

Supply support for MC9S08PT60AVLH 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 specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and IoT markets, with deep expertise in microcontrollers and mixed-signal integration.

The MC9S08PT60AVLH belongs to NXP's legacy S08 family, designed specifically for cost-sensitive, high-reliability embedded systems demanding robust analog integration, deterministic real-time performance, and extended temperature resilience.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency and voltage range for the MC9S08PT60AVLH?

The MC9S08PT60AVLH operates at up to 20 MHz bus frequency across a supply voltage range of 2.7 V to 5.5 V, fully specified over the industrial temperature range of –40 °C to 105 °C. Its internal clock source (ICS) achieves ±2% accuracy across this full range, and the external oscillator supports crystal frequencies from 4 MHz to 20 MHz or 31.25 kHz to 39.0625 kHz.

Does the MC9S08PT60AVLH support touch sensing, and how many electrodes can it handle?

Yes, the MC9S08PT60AVLH includes a dedicated Touch Sensing Interface (TSI) module supporting up to 16 external electrodes. It features configurable software or hardware scan triggering, full compatibility with NXP's touch sensing software library, and the ability to wake the MCU from Stop3 mode - enabling ultra-low-power human-machine interfaces in battery-operated devices.

What debug interface does the MC9S08PT60AVLH provide, and what capabilities does it offer?

The MC9S08PT60AVLH uses a single-wire background debug interface (BDC) compliant with the HCS08 standard. It supports three hardware breakpoints, on-chip in-circuit emulation (ICE) with two comparators and nine trigger modes, and full visibility into CPU registers and memory during live debugging - all accessible through standard NXP Codewarrior or third-party tools with BDM support.

How much current does the MC9S08PT60AVLH consume in its lowest power mode?

In Stop3 mode with only the 1 kHz LPO clock active, the MC9S08PT60AVLH draws 1.45 µA at 5 V and 1.4 µA at 3 V over –40 °C to 105 °C. Adding active peripherals increases current incrementally: TSI adds up to 111 µA, ADC up to 44 µA, and LVD up to 130 µA - all measured under defined configuration conditions per the datasheet.

What package type and pin count does the MC9S08PT60AVLH use?

The MC9S08PT60AVLH is supplied in a 64-pin LQFP (Low-profile Quad Flat Package) with 0.5 mm lead pitch, RoHS-compliant, and moisture sensitivity level MSL-3. The "LH" suffix in the part number explicitly denotes this LQFP-64 variant, distinguishing it from QFP-64 (VQH), LQFP-48 (VLF), LQFP-44 (VLD), and LQFP-32 (VLC) variants in the same family.