NXP Semiconductors MCF5307FT66B
- Part No.:
- MCF5307FT66B
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 208-BFQFP
- Datasheet:
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MCF5307FT66B.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 32BIT ROMLESS 208FQFP
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Product details
Overview
MCF5307FT66B from Freescale Semiconductor is a ColdFire® v2 32-bit microprocessor with integrated DRAM controller, UARTs, I²C, timers, and DMA-designed for embedded networking and industrial control. It operates at 66 MHz CPU clock (PCLK), features 8 KB unified cache, 4 KB on-chip SRAM, and supports external 16-bit parallel bus interfacing.
For engineers reviewing the MCF5307FT66B datasheet, MCF5307FT66B pinout, MCF5307FT66B application, or MCF5307FT66B equivalent, key selection criteria include its ColdFire v2 core compatibility, PLL-configurable clocking, integrated SIM peripherals, and support for synchronous/asynchronous DRAM-critical for legacy industrial gateway and protocol-converter designs requiring long-lifecycle silicon.
Technical Context
The MCF5307FT66B implements the ColdFire v2 instruction set architecture with a dual-pipeline execution unit (IFP/OEP), hardware MAC, and integer divide module. Its System Integration Module (SIM) integrates PLL clock generation, interrupt controller, chip-select logic, and JTAG debug interface.
It supports external memory via a 16-bit data bus and 24-bit address bus, with configurable wait-state timing and programmable chip-select ranges. The integrated DRAM controller handles both synchronous and asynchronous DRAM, while dual UARTs and I²C enable serial communication in resource-constrained edge nodes.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | ColdFire v2 32-bit RISC core with 8-KB unified cache and 4-KB on-chip SRAM-reduces external memory access latency and simplifies boot code storage. |
| Max CPU Clock | 66 MHz PCLK-achieved via internal PLL multiplication of external crystal input; enables deterministic real-time response in control loops. |
| Bus Interface | 16-bit data bus, 24-bit address bus with programmable chip-selects-supports direct connection to NOR flash, SRAM, and peripheral ASICs without glue logic. |
| DRAM Support | Synchronous and asynchronous DRAM controller-enables cost-effective main memory expansion using commodity SDRAM or PSRAM in gateways. |
| Peripherals | Dual UARTs, I²C module, 4-channel DMA, 4-timer channels, and parallel port-provides native connectivity for Modbus, CAN bridge firmware, and sensor aggregation. |
| Debug Interface | IEEE 1149.1 JTAG TAP + Background Debug Mode (BDM)-allows non-intrusive real-time trace, breakpoint debugging, and flash programming in production firmware updates. |
Pinout & Package
Package: 256-pin PQFP (Plastic Quad Flat Package), 28 × 28 mm, 0.65 mm pitch - compatible with standard surface-mount assembly processes and legacy PCB footprints.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| PCLK | Processor Clock Output | Provides system-synchronized 66 MHz clock to external logic; used for timing co-processors or FPGAs in tightly coupled architectures. |
| RSTI | Reset Input | Active-low asynchronous reset signal-initiates cold boot sequence and clears internal registers and caches. |
| DS | Data Strobe | Indicates valid data on D[15:0] during read/write cycles-synchronizes external memory access timing with processor bus cycles. |
| CS0–CS3 | Chip Select Outputs | Four independent programmable chip-select signals-map distinct memory or peripheral address ranges without external decoding logic. |
| TXD0/RXD0 | UART0 Serial I/O | Full-duplex TTL-level serial interface-directly connects to RS-232 transceivers or opto-isolated fieldbus interfaces. |
| SCL/SDA | I²C Bus Signals | Open-drain bidirectional lines supporting standard-mode (100 kHz) I²C-enables communication with EEPROMs, temperature sensors, and power monitors. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Hardware MAC Unit | Enables single-cycle multiply-accumulate operations-accelerates digital filtering and motor control algorithms without DSP co-processor. |
| Integrated DRAM Controller | Eliminates need for external DRAM controller ASIC-reduces BOM count and board area in cost-sensitive industrial HMI and protocol converters. |
| Background Debug Mode (BDM) | Allows full register visibility and memory inspection during live operation-critical for diagnosing intermittent faults in deployed field equipment. |
| Programmable PLL | Configurable frequency multiplication (×1 to ×4) from 16.5 MHz crystal-supports flexible clock tree design while maintaining EMI compliance across operating temperatures. |
| Unified Cache Architecture | 8-KB write-through or copyback cache-improves instruction fetch and data access efficiency for deterministic real-time task scheduling. |
Applications
| Industrial Protocol Gateway | Legacy Equipment Retrofit |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Translating Modbus RTU over RS-485 to Ethernet TCP/IP in factory automation networks. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary host processor executing protocol stack, managing dual UARTs for fieldbus I/O, and driving Ethernet MAC via external PHY. Use Value: Integrated UARTs, DMA, and DRAM controller reduce external component count by ≥30% versus discrete MCU + peripheral IC solutions. | Use Scenario: Upgrading aging PLC backplane controllers with modern firmware and connectivity while retaining legacy I/O modules. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Drop-in replacement for older 68K-based controllers-maintains identical bus timing and interrupt vector layout for backward-compatible firmware. Use Value: Pin-compatible footprint and ColdFire v2 binary compatibility with Motorola 683xx toolchains enable seamless migration without PCB redesign. |
| Networked Sensor Aggregator | Embedded HMI Controller |
Use Scenario: Collecting analog/digital sensor data from multiple field devices and transmitting via cellular or Wi-Fi modem. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central data concentrator running real-time OS, managing I²C sensor reads, UART modem control, and timer-based sampling intervals. Use Value: On-chip 4-KB SRAM stores sensor buffers and packet headers; integrated timers ensure precise 100-ms sampling synchronization. | Use Scenario: Driving monochrome LCD panels and membrane keypads in HVAC control panels and building management systems. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Graphics-capable controller interfacing to 8-bit parallel display driver and scanning keypad matrix via GPIO pins. Use Value: 16-bit parallel port and programmable chip-selects allow direct connection to display controllers without FPGA or CPLD glue logic. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar microprocessor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCF5307FT80B | Same ColdFire v2 core and peripheral set, but rated for 80 MHz PCLK-requires higher-grade crystal and tighter power supply regulation. | Supports higher throughput in packet-forwarding or encryption tasks where 66 MHz is insufficient. | Select only if application demands >66 MHz sustained CPU performance and thermal/power budget allows. |
| MCF5272CVM66 | Successor ColdFire v3 device with enhanced cache, USB 1.1, and lower power-different pinout and memory map; not pin-compatible. | Targets new designs requiring USB host capability or extended lifecycle beyond MCF5307 end-of-life. | Use for greenfield designs; avoid for drop-in replacement due to incompatible package and register layout. |
Compared with MCF5307FT66B, the MCF5307FT80B offers higher clock headroom within identical architecture and footprint, while the MCF5272CVM66 provides architectural upgrades at the cost of redesign effort-making MCF5307FT66B optimal for sustaining legacy industrial deployments with strict form-fit-function requirements.
Availability
MCF5307FT66B is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial protocol gateways, legacy equipment retrofits, and networked sensor aggregators requiring stable component supply and long-term obsolescence management.
Supply support for MCF5307FT66B 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) was a leading designer of embedded processors and analog/mixed-signal ICs, specializing in automotive, industrial, and networking applications.
The MCF5307FT66B belongs to the ColdFire® microprocessor family-designed specifically for cost-sensitive, high-reliability embedded systems requiring deterministic real-time performance and long product lifecycles in industrial control environments.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the MCF5307FT66B?
The MCF5307FT66B is factory-specified for a maximum CPU clock (PCLK) of 66 MHz, achieved via its internal PLL multiplying an external crystal input-typically 16.5 MHz. This frequency is guaranteed across the full industrial temperature range (–40°C to +85°C) and specified supply voltage (3.3 V ± 0.3 V). Exceeding this rating may result in timing violations or undefined behavior in the MCF5307FT66B.
Does the MCF5307FT66B include on-chip memory?
Yes, the MCF5307FT66B integrates 4 KB of on-chip SRAM mapped at fixed address 0x00000000 and an 8 KB unified instruction/data cache. The SRAM is directly accessible without wait states and commonly used for boot code, stack, or critical data buffers. The cache operates in write-through or copyback mode and is managed via dedicated CACR and ACR registers in the MCF5307FT66B.
Which communication interfaces are built into the MCF5307FT66B?
The MCF5307FT66B includes two UART modules (UART0 and UART1), one I²C module, a 16-bit parallel port for general-purpose I/O, and a JTAG interface for debug and programming. It does not include USB, CAN, or Ethernet MAC-those require external PHY or controller ICs. All serial interfaces are fully register-programmable and supported by the MCF5307FT66B's interrupt controller and DMA channels.
Is the MCF5307FT66B pin-compatible with other ColdFire processors?
No, the MCF5307FT66B is not pin-compatible with other ColdFire families such as MCF52xx or MCF54xx. It shares the same 256-pin PQFP package and core architecture with the MCF5307FT80B variant, but differs from MCF5272 or MCF5407 in pin assignment, power sequencing, and peripheral mapping-even though software may be partially portable. Always verify pinout against the MCF5307FT66B datasheet before board reuse.
What debug capabilities does the MCF5307FT66B support?
The MCF5307FT66B supports IEEE 1149.1 JTAG boundary-scan testing and full Background Debug Mode (BDM) via a dedicated 6-pin header interface. BDM enables real-time register inspection, memory read/write, breakpoint insertion, and program flow control without halting peripheral operation-essential for validating time-critical firmware on the MCF5307FT66B in production test and field diagnostics.
MCF5307FT66B Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 208-BFQFP
- Series:
- MCF530x
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Core Processor:
- Coldfire V3
- Core Size:
- 32-Bit Single-Core
- Speed:
- 66MHz
- Connectivity:
- EBI/EMI, I2C, UART/USART
- Peripherals:
- DMA, POR, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 16
- Program Memory Size:
- -
- Program Memory Type:
- ROMless
- EEPROM Size:
- -
- RAM Size:
- 4K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 3V ~ 3.6V
- Data Converters:
- -
- Oscillator Type:
- External
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 70°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The MCF5307FT66B part is unused and in its original packaging.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
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