NXP Semiconductors MCIMX6L2EVN10ACR

Overview

MCIMX6L2EVN10ACR from NXP Semiconductors is a single-core ARM Cortex-A9 applications processor operating at 1 GHz, with no integrated GPU or EPD controller, rated for -40°C to +105°C industrial temperature range, in a 13 × 13 mm, 0.5 mm pitch MAPBGA package, designed for cost-sensitive embedded HMI and industrial control systems requiring DDR3-800 memory support and dual USB 2.0 OTG interfaces.

For engineers reviewing the MCIMX6L2EVN10ACR datasheet, MCIMX6L2EVN10ACR pinout, MCIMX6L2EVN10ACR application, or MCIMX6L2EVN10ACR equivalent, key selection criteria include industrial-grade thermal rating, absence of GPU/EPDC hardware blocks, 1 GHz core frequency under DVFS, DDR3/LPDDR2 memory interface compatibility, and peripheral mix including FEC Ethernet, five UARTs, and four eCSPI channels.

Technical Context

The MCIMX6L2EVN10ACR implements a single ARM Cortex-A9 MPCore CPU with TrustZone security, 32 KB L1 instruction and data caches per core, and a shared 256 KB unified L2 cache. It integrates a full-system power management unit (PMU) with on-die LDOs, DVFS support, and software state retention across multiple low-power modes.

Its memory subsystem supports 16-/32-bit DDR3-800 and LPDDR2-800 interfaces up to 2 GB address space, while its I/O includes five UARTs (one with 8-wire RS485 support), three I²C buses (400 kbps), four eCSPI controllers, and a 10/100 Mbps FEC Ethernet controller - all routed through a configurable IOMUXC block with dual-voltage (1.8 V / 3.3 V) GPIO pads.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

MCIMX6L2EVN10ACR uses a 289-ball MAPBGA package (13 × 13 mm, 0.5 mm pitch), RoHS-compliant, moisture sensitivity level 3 (MSL3). Ball map follows i.MX 6SoloLite standard signal naming convention per IMX6SLSRM and EB792 mapping documents.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with MCIMX6L3EVN10AC, MCIMX6L2EVN10ACR removes GPU/EPDC logic to reduce die size, dynamic power, and BOM cost - ideal for non-graphic-centric industrial control. Against i.MX 6ULL, it trades lower power for higher deterministic throughput and broader peripheral integration, especially in UART, eCSPI, and Ethernet domains.

Availability

MCIMX6L2EVN10ACR is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial HMI terminals, ruggedized barcode scanners, edge gateway nodes, and point-of-sale terminals requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.

Supply support for MCIMX6L2EVN10ACR 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 markets, with deep expertise in ARM-based applications processors and edge AI acceleration.

The i.MX 6SoloLite product line targets cost-optimized, low-power consumer and industrial applications - delivering balanced performance, graphics capability (select variants), and robust security features in compact BGA packages.

FAQ

What is the maximum DDR3 memory speed supported by MCIMX6L2EVN10ACR?

MCIMX6L2EVN10ACR supports DDR3-800 memory operation, meaning it interfaces with DDR3 SDRAM modules rated for 800 MT/s data transfer rates. This corresponds to a 400 MHz clock frequency with double-data-rate signaling. The MMDC controller handles timing calibration, read/write leveling, and refresh management - enabling reliable access to up to 2 GB of external DDR3 memory space.

Does MCIMX6L2EVN10ACR include an integrated GPU or EPD controller?

No, MCIMX6L2EVN10ACR explicitly omits both the GPU2Dv2 graphics accelerator and the EPDC (Electrophoretic Display Controller). This is confirmed by its part number suffix "2" (per Figure 1 nomenclature) and Table 1 ordering information. Its feature set is optimized for general-purpose HMI and control applications where software-rendered UIs or simple segment displays suffice - reducing silicon area, power consumption, and licensing overhead.

What boot sources does MCIMX6L2EVN10ACR support?

MCIMX6L2EVN10ACR supports boot from eMMC, NAND Flash, SPI NOR Flash, and SD/MMC cards - selected via BOOT_MODE[1:0] pin states at power-on reset. The internal 96 KB ROM executes HABv4-verified boot code, which can load second-stage bootloaders (e.g., U-Boot) from any of these media. Secure boot enforces cryptographic signature validation before transferring control to user firmware.

How many UART interfaces does MCIMX6L2EVN10ACR provide, and what are their capabilities?

MCIMX6L2EVN10ACR integrates five UART modules. Each supports up to 5.0 Mbps operation and standard RS232 signaling. UART1 uniquely supports 8-wire RS485 multidrop mode with automatic direction control, while the other four operate in standard 4-wire configuration. All UARTs include FIFOs and programmable baud rate generators - making them suitable for industrial serial communication, debug console, and peripheral bridging.

Is MCIMX6L2EVN10ACR pin-compatible with other i.MX 6SoloLite variants?

Yes, MCIMX6L2EVN10ACR shares the same 289-ball 13 × 13 mm MAPBGA package and identical ball map with all other i.MX 6SoloLite parts listed in Table 1 (e.g., MCIMX6L3EVN10AC, MCIMX6L7DVN10AB). Signal assignments, power/ground ball locations, and mechanical footprint are fully consistent - enabling PCB reuse across variants when selecting different feature sets or temperature grades.