NXP Semiconductors MCF5213LCVM80J

Overview

MCF5213LCVM80J from Freescale Semiconductor is a 32-bit ColdFire V2 RISC microcontroller operating at up to 80 MHz, delivering 76 MIPS (Dhrystone 2.1) with integrated 256 KB flash and 32 KB SRAM. It integrates FlexCAN 2.0B, three UARTs, I²C, QSPI, eight-channel 12-bit ADC, four-channel DMA, and dual timer systems (DTIM/GPT/PWM), targeting industrial motor control, automotive body electronics, and embedded gateway applications.

For engineers reviewing the MCF5213LCVM80J datasheet, MCF5213LCVM80J pinout, MCF5213LCVM80J application, or MCF5213LCVM80J equivalent, key selection considerations include its LQFP-64 package, 80 MHz V2 ColdFire core with MAC unit, FlexCAN support up to 1 Mbps, simultaneous dual-channel ADC sampling, and full BDM/JTAG debug interface compatible with standard ColdFire development tools.

Technical Context

The MCF5213LCVM80J implements the ColdFire Version 2 ISA_A+ core with static 32-bit architecture, 16 general-purpose registers, and a dedicated 32-bit MAC unit supporting 16×16→32 and 32×32→32 operations. Its clock system combines an 8 MHz on-chip relaxation oscillator, external crystal input (1–48 MHz), and programmable PLL with pre-divider (1–8) for flexible system timing.

Peripheral integration follows a tightly coupled memory-mapped architecture: flash and SRAM connect directly to the CPU local bus; FlexCAN uses dedicated message buffers (16 total, configurable as Tx/Rx); the ADC supports simultaneous two-channel sampling with 1.125 µs minimum conversion time; and DTIM timers provide 12.5 ns resolution at 80 MHz with DMA-triggered input capture/output compare events.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

LQFP-64 package, 10 mm × 10 mm, 0.5 mm pitch, thermally enhanced with exposed pad. Pinout validated per Freescale MCF5213EC Rev. 3 Figure 4 (64 LQFP and 64 QFN Pin Assignments) and Table 3 (Pin Functions by Primary and Alternate Purpose).

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with MCF52235CAG80 and Kinetis K60DN512ZVMD10, the MCF5213LCVM80J offers optimal balance of deterministic real-time control, minimal external components (integrated oscillator), and mature ColdFire toolchain support - ideal for cost-constrained, CAN-centric industrial applications where Ethernet or USB are unnecessary.

Availability

MCF5213LCVM80J is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor control, automotive body electronics, and embedded gateway applications requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and consistent parametric performance across production batches.

Supply support for MCF5213LCVM80J 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

Freescale Semiconductor (now part of NXP Semiconductors) is a global leader in embedded processing solutions, specializing in automotive, industrial, and networking microcontrollers with emphasis on real-time determinism and functional safety.

The MCF5213LCVM80J belongs to the ColdFire V2 microcontroller family, designed specifically for cost-sensitive, high-reliability embedded applications demanding integrated CAN, precise analog acquisition, and low-power operation without sacrificing computational throughput.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency and performance rating of the MCF5213LCVM80J?

The MCF5213LCVM80J operates at a maximum frequency of 80 MHz and delivers 76 MIPS (Dhrystone 2.1) when running from internal flash memory. This performance level is achieved using the ColdFire V2 core with Multiply-Accumulate (MAC) unit and hardware divider, enabling efficient execution of real-time control algorithms. The MCF5213LCVM80J maintains this rating across its specified industrial temperature range (-40°C to +105°C) with appropriate decoupling and thermal design.

Does the MCF5213LCVM80J support CAN 2.0B, and how many message buffers does it include?

Yes, the MCF5213LCVM80J integrates a FlexCAN 2.0B module compliant with ISO 11898-1, supporting both standard and extended frames at up to 1 Mbps. It provides 16 configurable message buffers - each programmable as transmit or receive - with dedicated mask registers and time-stamping capability. This architecture allows the MCF5213LCVM80J to handle high-priority CAN traffic autonomously without CPU intervention, making it suitable for automotive and industrial network nodes.

What ADC capabilities does the MCF5213LCVM80J offer, and what is its minimum conversion time?

The MCF5213LCVM80J features an eight-channel, 12-bit fast analog-to-digital converter with a minimum conversion time of 1.125 µs. It supports both sequential and simultaneous sampling modes - the latter enabling concurrent acquisition of two analog inputs, which is critical for motor current sensing in FOC applications. Unused ADC channels can be repurposed as digital I/O, and conversion results trigger configurable interrupts for zero-crossing detection or out-of-range conditions.

Is the MCF5213LCVM80J pin-compatible with other members of the MCF521x family, such as the MCF5212 or MCF5211?

No, the MCF5213LCVM80J is not fully pin-compatible with the MCF5212 or MCF5211 across all packages. While all three share the LQFP-64 and QFN-64 footprints, differences in peripheral enablement - particularly FlexCAN availability only on the MCF5213 in 64-pin packages and variations in GPIO mapping - require validation against specific package pinouts. The MCF5213LCVM80J's LQFP-64 pin assignment matches Freescale's documented layout in MCF5213EC Rev. 3 Figure 4, but direct substitution without schematic review is not recommended.

What debug interfaces are supported by the MCF5213LCVM80J, and are they available in the LQFP-64 package?

The MCF5213LCVM80J supports both Background Debug Mode (BDM) and IEEE 1149.1 JTAG interfaces. In the LQFP-64 package, full BDM functionality (DSI/DSO/DSCLK/ALLPST) is available, along with boundary-scan capability via JTAG TAP signals. However, the full real-time trace interface (PST/DDATA buses) is limited to 100-pin packages; the LQFP-64 retains essential debug features including hardware breakpoints, watchpoints, and non-intrusive program flow analysis via BDM, making the MCF5213LCVM80J suitable for production-level firmware development and validation.