NXP Semiconductors MCF5270CVM150

Overview

MCF5270CVM150 from NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale) is a 32-bit ColdFire V2 RISC microprocessor with integrated Ethernet MAC, 64 KB on-chip SRAM, 8 KB instruction/data cache, and SDR SDRAM controller. It operates at 150 MHz (144 Dhrystone 2.1 MIPS), supports -40°C to +85°C industrial temperature range, and is packaged in 196-ball MAPBGA for embedded networking and industrial control applications.

For engineers reviewing the MCF5270CVM150 datasheet, MCF5270CVM150 pinout, MCF5270CVM150 application, or MCF5270CVM150 equivalent, key selection criteria include its 150 MHz ColdFire V2 core performance, integrated FEC with MII/serial PHY interface, SDRAM controller timing compliance, and dual-voltage I/O (OVDD/VDD) sequencing requirements.

Technical Context

The MCF5270CVM150 implements the ColdFire V2 core with enhanced multiply-accumulate (eMAC) unit and hardware divide, enabling deterministic real-time signal processing. Its memory subsystem includes a 32-bit SDR SDRAM controller supporting synchronous burst mode, configurable CS[3:0] banks, and SD_CKE-controlled power-down/self-refresh.

Peripheral integration includes three UARTs (with RTS/CTS flow control), I²C master/slave, QSPI, four 32-bit DMA timers, dual INTCs, and edge-port GPIO with interrupt capability. The FEC supports both IEEE 802.3-compliant MII (18-signal) and reduced-pin AMD-style 7-wire serial interfaces for 10/100 Mbps Ethernet connectivity.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: 196-ball Mold Array Plastic Ball Grid Array (MAPBGA), case number 1128A-01, 15.0 mm × 15.0 mm footprint, 1.0 mm ball pitch, 1.25–1.60 mm height.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar 32-bit RISC microprocessor applications.

Compared with MCF5271CVM150, the MCF5270CVM150 omits hardware crypto blocks but retains identical Ethernet, memory, and peripheral capabilities - making it optimal for cost-sensitive industrial controllers where security is implemented in software or external ICs. Versus MCF5282CAG80, it trades raw CPU speed for integrated networking and smaller footprint.

Availability

MCF5270CVM150 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial automation, networked HMI, and building control applications requiring stable component supply, long lifecycle support, and qualified sourcing for production programs.

Supply support for MCF5270CVM150 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 acquired Freescale in 2015 and maintains full support for the ColdFire portfolio, including documentation, tools, and long-term supply commitments for industrial-grade microprocessors.

The MCF5270 belongs to the ColdFire V2 microprocessor family, designed specifically for cost-sensitive, high-integration embedded applications requiring Ethernet connectivity, deterministic real-time performance, and industrial temperature operation without external co-processors.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the MCF5270CVM150?

The MCF5270CVM150 operates at a maximum frequency of 150 MHz, delivering 144 Dhrystone 2.1 MIPS performance. This rating is validated across the full industrial temperature range (-40°C to +85°C) and requires proper power supply decoupling, thermal management, and clock signal integrity per Freescale's AN1259 layout guidelines. The MCF5270CVM150 achieves this speed using the ColdFire V2 core with eMAC and hardware divide units.

Does the MCF5270CVM150 include an integrated Ethernet MAC?

Yes, the MCF5270CVM150 integrates a Fast Ethernet Controller (FEC) supporting both IEEE 802.3-compliant MII (18-signal) and reduced-pin 7-wire serial PHY interfaces. It does not include a physical layer transceiver - an external PHY (e.g., DP83848) must be used. The FEC handles MAC-layer functions including frame transmission, reception, CRC calculation, and flow control, reducing host CPU overhead in MCF5270CVM150-based designs.

What package type and pin count does the MCF5270CVM150 use?

The MCF5270CVM150 uses a 196-ball Mold Array Plastic Ball Grid Array (MAPBGA) package, case number 1128A-01, with 15.0 mm × 15.0 mm body size and 1.0 mm ball pitch. Pin assignments match the MCF5271CVM150, enabling PCB design reuse. The package supports industrial temperature operation (-40°C to +85°C) and requires four-layer board construction with dedicated power/ground planes per Freescale's layout recommendations for the MCF5270CVM150.

What are the power supply requirements for the MCF5270CVM150?

The MCF5270CVM150 requires three independent supplies: VDD = 1.5 V (core), OVDD = 3.3 V (I/O), and VDDPLL = 2.5 V (PLL). Critical sequencing rules apply: VDD must not exceed OVDD or VDDPLL by more than 0.4 V during power-up/down ramps, and all supplies must ramp at ≤1 ms rise time to prevent ESD clamp activation. Decoupling requires 33 μF bulk + 0.1 μF + 0.01 μF per supply pair near each VDD/OVDD/VDDPLL pin on the MCF5270CVM150.

Is the MCF5270CVM150 pin-compatible with any other ColdFire processors?

The MCF5270CVM150 shares identical pinout, package dimensions, and signal mapping with the MCF5271CVM150 in the 196-ball MAPBGA variant - enabling drop-in replacement where hardware encryption is not required. It is not pin-compatible with QFP-packaged variants (e.g., MCF5270CAB100) or later ColdFire generations (e.g., MCF5282) due to differing ball/pin counts, power domains, and peripheral mappings. Always verify signal routing against the MCF5270CVM150-specific pin table before substitution.