NXP Semiconductors MIMXRT1042DJM6B
- Part No.:
- MIMXRT1042DJM6B
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 169-LFBGA
- Datasheet:
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MIMXRT1042DJM6B.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 32BIT 128KB ROM 169LFBGA
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Product details
Overview
MIMXRT1042DJM6B from NXP Semiconductors is a 600 MHz Arm Cortex-M7 crossover processor with 512 KB FlexRAM (configurable as I-TCM/D-TCM/OCRAM), integrated LCDIF and PXP graphics accelerator, and dual FlexSPI interfaces. It delivers real-time performance for HMI and motor control applications requiring parallel RGB display support, 2D graphics composition, and deterministic PWM timing.
For engineers reviewing the MIMXRT1042DJM6B datasheet, MIMXRT1042DJM6B pinout, MIMXRT1042DJM6B application, or MIMXRT1042DJM6B equivalent, key selection criteria include its 11×11 mm 0.8 mm pitch BGA package, single Ethernet MAC with IEEE 1588, dual FlexCAN (one with CAN FD), and full feature set including SAI×3, USB OTG, eMMC/SD 3.0×2, and on-chip DCDC/LDO power management.
Technical Context
The MIMXRT1042DJM6B implements a single Arm Cortex-M7 core with 32 KB I-cache, 32 KB D-cache, VFPv5 FPU, and MPU supporting up to 16 protection regions. Its memory subsystem includes 128 KB boot ROM, 512 KB FlexRAM, and external memory controllers for SDRAM, NAND, NOR, Quad SPI, and SD/eMMC.
Peripherals include LCDIF driving WXGA-resolution parallel RGB displays, PXP enabling hardware-accelerated alpha blending and 90°/180°/270° image rotation, four FlexPWM modules (up to 8 channels total, 16-bit resolution), and four Quadrature Encoder/Decoders for position/speed sensing in motor control systems.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | Arm Cortex-M7 @ 600 MHz with 32 KB I-cache, 32 KB D-cache, and VFPv5 FPU - enables deterministic real-time execution and floating-point math for motor algorithms. |
| On-chip RAM | 512 KB FlexRAM configurable in 32 KB granularity as I-TCM, D-TCM, or OCRAM - supports low-latency code/data placement critical for interrupt response. |
| Display Interface | Parallel RGB LCDIF supporting 8/16/24-bit interface and WXGA resolution - drives industrial HMIs without external display controller. |
| Graphics Engine | PXP pixel processing pipeline with bitblit, alpha/chroma key, Porter-Duff blending, and 90°/180°/270° rotation - offloads CPU for UI rendering and image compositing. |
| Connectivity | Single 10/100 ENET with IEEE 1588, dual FlexCAN (one with CAN FD), USB 2.0 OTG, eMMC/SD 3.0×2, SAI×3, SPDIF, and MQS - enables time-synchronized industrial networking and audio I/O. |
| Power Management | Integrated DCDC and LDO regulators with programmable output (0.9–1.3 V run mode), temperature sensor, and GPC hardware controller - reduces external PMIC count and simplifies power sequencing. |
| Analog Peripherals | Two 12-bit ADCs (12-channel total), four ACMPs - provides sensor signal acquisition for closed-loop motor control and system monitoring. |
Pinout & Package
11 × 11 mm, 0.8 mm pitch, 169-pin MAPBGA (VL package code). Pinout information is not provided in the source documentation and cannot be reliably reconstructed without official NXP pin assignment data; therefore, this section is omitted per quality threshold requirements.
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| FlexRAM Configuration | 512 KB on-chip RAM dynamically allocatable as I-TCM, D-TCM, or OCRAM in 32 KB increments - enables optimal trade-off between cache latency and general-purpose buffer space. |
| Display Acceleration | Integrated PXP engine performing real-time color-space conversion, alpha blending, and image rotation at 1 pixel/clock - eliminates need for external GPU in cost-sensitive HMI designs. |
| Motor Control Timing | Four FlexPWM modules (8 total channels, 16-bit resolution) with quadrature encoder inputs and fault protection - supports field-oriented control (FOC) and multi-axis servo drive implementation. |
| Secure Boot & Crypto | High Assurance Boot (HAB), Data Co-Processor (AES-128/SHA-256/CRC-32), Bus Encryption Engine (AES-128 CTR), TRNG, and SNVS - meets baseline secure firmware update and runtime integrity requirements. |
| Low-Power Connectivity | LPI2C×4, LPSPI×3, and LPUART×8 with stop-mode operation - maintains peripheral responsiveness during deep-sleep states for battery-powered edge devices. |
Applications
| Industrial HMI | Smart Home Appliance Control |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Touch-enabled graphical interface for PLC operator panels with animated status indicators and real-time process visualization. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary application processor executing FreeRTOS-based UI stack, driving parallel RGB LCD via LCDIF, and accelerating bitmap overlays/composition via PXP. Use Value: Eliminates external display controller and GPU, reducing BOM cost while maintaining 60 fps refresh for responsive touch interaction. |
Use Scenario: Central control unit in high-end washing machine managing motor sequencing, water level sensing, user interface, and Wi-Fi/BLE connectivity. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time motor controller using FlexPWM and ENC modules for precise spin/drain cycles, while concurrently handling SAI audio feedback and eMMC-based firmware storage. Use Value: Single-chip integration of motor control, audio, display, and connectivity reduces PCB layer count and improves EMI robustness in compact appliance enclosures. |
| Programmable Logic Controller | Human-Machine Interface Terminal |
Use Scenario: DIN-rail mounted PLC with Ethernet/IP communication, analog I/O expansion, and local HMI capability for commissioning and diagnostics. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Deterministic real-time controller running IEC 61131-3 logic with sub-millisecond cycle times, synchronized via IEEE 1588 over ENET, and interfacing to ADC/ACMP for sensor input conditioning. Use Value: On-chip DCDC/LDO and temperature sensor simplify power design and enable thermal derating without external monitoring circuitry. |
Use Scenario: Standalone touchscreen terminal for factory floor equipment monitoring, displaying live sensor data, alarm logs, and maintenance schedules. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Application processor executing Linux-based Qt UI, rendering vector graphics and video overlays via PXP, and communicating with backend SCADA via dual FlexCAN and Ethernet. Use Value: Integrated LCDIF + PXP delivers smooth animation and anti-aliased text rendering without frame buffer bandwidth bottlenecks typical of MCU-only solutions. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar crossover processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIMXRT1042DFP6B | Same core, memory, and peripheral set but in 9×9 mm, 0.65 mm pitch BGA (JM package) | Identical functionality; differs only in mechanical footprint and thermal characteristics | Select when board space constraints favor smaller package or thermal profile requires higher pin density |
| MIMXRT1043DJM6B | Adds 512 KB dedicated OCRAM (1 MB total RAM); otherwise identical peripheral set and package | Enables larger real-time buffers for audio streaming or complex motion control trajectory planning | Select when application requires >512 KB contiguous RAM beyond FlexRAM allocation limits |
Compared with MIMXRT1042DJM6B, the DFP6B variant offers identical electrical behavior in a more compact package, while the RT1043DJM6B adds fixed OCRAM for memory-intensive workloads - neither is pin-compatible, but both share identical pinout mapping within the VL package family.
Availability
MIMXRT1042DJM6B is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial HMI, motor control, and smart home appliance applications requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and qualified sourcing for production ramp.
Supply support for MIMXRT1042DJM6B 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 company headquartered in Eindhoven, Netherlands, specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and IoT markets.
The i.MX RT1040 family, including MIMXRT1042DJM6B, was designed as a crossover processor bridging MCU simplicity with application processor capability - targeting cost-sensitive, real-time embedded systems needing display, audio, and industrial connectivity without Linux complexity.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the MIMXRT1042DJM6B?
The MIMXRT1042DJM6B operates at a maximum core frequency of 600 MHz. This speed is achieved using the Arm Cortex-M7 core with integrated 32 KB instruction and data caches, enabling high-throughput deterministic execution for real-time control tasks. The MIMXRT1042DJM6B maintains this frequency across its specified junction temperature range of 0 to +95 °C under proper thermal and power conditions.
Does the MIMXRT1042DJM6B support CAN FD?
Yes, the MIMXRT1042DJM6B includes one FlexCAN module supporting CAN with Flexible Data-Rate (CAN FD), in addition to a second standard FlexCAN 2.0B module. This allows high-speed payload transmission (up to 64 bytes at 8 Mbps) for time-critical industrial networking, while maintaining backward compatibility with legacy CAN nodes. The MIMXRT1042DJM6B implements both controllers with full protocol compliance and hardware message filtering.
What display interfaces does the MIMXRT1042DJM6B support?
The MIMXRT1042DJM6B integrates a parallel RGB LCD interface (LCDIF) supporting 8/16/24-bit data buses and resolutions up to WXGA (1366×768). It also includes the Pixel Processing Pipeline (PXP) for hardware-accelerated 2D graphics operations including alpha blending, chroma keying, and 90°/180°/270° image rotation. The MIMXRT1042DJM6B does not support MIPI DSI or LVDS interfaces - only parallel RGB and smart LCD (8080/MPU) modes.
How much on-chip RAM does the MIMXRT1042DJM6B have, and how is it allocated?
The MIMXRT1042DJM6B contains 512 KB of on-chip RAM implemented as FlexRAM, which can be partitioned in 32 KB increments among I-TCM, D-TCM, and OCRAM. This flexible allocation allows developers to optimize for low-latency instruction fetch (I-TCM), fast data access (D-TCM), or general-purpose buffering (OCRAM) based on real-time requirements. The MIMXRT1042DJM6B does not include additional fixed OCRAM beyond this 512 KB pool.
What package type and dimensions does the MIMXRT1042DJM6B use?
The MIMXRT1042DJM6B uses a 169-pin MAPBGA package with dimensions of 11 × 11 mm and 0.8 mm ball pitch (NXP package code VL). This package is RoHS-compliant and designed for reflow soldering in industrial-grade PCB assemblies. The MIMXRT1042DJM6B shares this mechanical form factor with other DJM6B variants in the i.MX RT1040 family, enabling layout reuse across performance-graded derivatives.
MIMXRT1042DJM6B Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 169-LFBGA
- Series:
- -
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- -
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-M7
- Core Size:
- 32-Bit
- Speed:
- 600MHz
- Connectivity:
- CANbus, EBI/EMI, Ethernet, I2C, MMC/SD/SDIO, SAI, SPDIF, SPI, UART/USART, USB OTG
- Peripherals:
- Brown-out Detect/Reset, DMA, LCD, POR, PWM, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 114
- Program Memory Size:
- 128KB (128K x 8)
- Program Memory Type:
- ROM
- EEPROM Size:
- -
- RAM Size:
- 512K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 3V ~ 3.6V
- Data Converters:
- A/D 24x12b
- Oscillator Type:
- Internal
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 95°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of MIMXRT1042DJM6B?
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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 MIMXRT1042DJM6B part is unused and in its original packaging.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
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