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NXP Semiconductors MIMXRT1051CVL5A
- Part No.:
- MIMXRT1051CVL5A
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 196-LFBGA
- Datasheet:
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MIMXRT1051CVL5A.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 32BIT 196MAPBGA
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Product details
Overview
MIMXRT1051CVL5A from NXP Semiconductors is an Arm Cortex-M7-based crossover processor operating at 528 MHz, featuring 512 KB on-chip RAM (configurable as TCM or OCRAM), integrated DCDC/LDO power management, and industrial-grade operation from −40 °C to +105 °C. It delivers real-time performance for motor control, HMI, and home appliance systems with dual USB OTG, dual uSDHC, FlexCAN, and 127 GPIOs.
For engineers reviewing the MIMXRT1051CVL5A datasheet, MIMXRT1051CVL5A pinout, MIMXRT1051CVL5A application, or MIMXRT1051CVL5A equivalent, key selection considerations include its 196-pin MAPBGA (10 × 10 mm, 0.65 mm pitch), absence of LCD/CSI/PXP modules, dual SAI audio interfaces, and support for secure boot via HAB/DCP/BEE.
Technical Context
The MIMXRT1051CVL5A 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 96 KB boot ROM and flexibly allocatable 512 KB on-chip RAM, managed by FlexRAM in 32 KB granularity.
It integrates SEMC for SDRAM/NAND/NOR/PSRAM, FlexSPI for Quad SPI Flash, and eDMA with 32 channels and 128-source multiplexing. Security is enforced via High Assurance Boot (HAB), Data Co-Processor (DCP) for AES-128/SHA-256, Bus Encryption Engine (BEE), TRNG, and SNVS with secure RTC.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | Arm Cortex-M7 @ 528 MHz - delivers deterministic real-time response with full FPU and MPU for safety-critical firmware. |
| On-chip Memory | 512 KB RAM configurable as I-TCM/D-TCM/OCRAM - enables low-latency code execution and data buffering without external SRAM. |
| Package | 196-pin MAPBGA, 10 × 10 mm, 0.65 mm pitch - compact footprint suitable for space-constrained industrial HMI and motor drive PCBs. |
| Temperature Range | −40 °C to +105 °C junction - qualified for extended industrial environments including factory automation and appliance control. |
| Security Features | HAB, DCP (AES-128/SHA-256), BEE, TRNG, SNVS - enables authenticated boot, encrypted firmware storage, and tamper-resistant key management. |
| Peripheral Set | No LCD/CSI/PXP; includes 2× ADC (12-bit, 20-channel), 4× ACMP, TSC, SPDIF, 3× SAI, 2× FlexCAN, 8× UART - optimized for sensor-rich control applications without display subsystem overhead. |
Pinout & Package
196-pin MAPBGA package, 10 × 10 mm body size, 0.65 mm ball pitch, standard JEDEC MO-277 compliant footprint. Pin assignments follow NXP's i.MX RT1050 reference layout with dedicated power/ground ball patterns and controlled impedance routing guidelines per datasheet Section 6.1.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD_SOC | Core Power Supply | 1.0–1.25 V supply for Cortex-M7 core and TCM; requires tight regulation and local decoupling per datasheet Figure 6-2. |
| VDD_ARM | ARM Domain Power | 1.0–1.25 V supply feeding CPU, cache, and interrupt controller; shares regulator with VDD_SOC in typical DCDC configuration. |
| BOOT_MODE0/1 | Boot Configuration | Strapped at power-up to select boot source (FlexSPI, SD, NAND); determines initial vector fetch location and ROM behavior. |
| ENET_REF_CLK | Ethernet Reference Clock | 50 MHz differential input for IEEE 1588-compliant Ethernet MAC; requires matched trace length and 100 Ω termination. |
| SAI1_TX_BCLK | Audio Bit Clock Output | Configurable master clock output for I²S/AC97/TDM audio peripherals; supports programmable duty cycle and frequency division. |
| ADC1_IN0–ADC1_IN7 | Analog Input Channels | Eight 12-bit ADC inputs shared with GPIO; enable direct voltage/current sensing in motor control feedback loops. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Integrated DCDC + LDO | Reduces external power components by >50%; eliminates need for multi-rail PMIC in cost-sensitive industrial designs. |
| eDMA with 32 channels | Offloads CPU from high-bandwidth transfers (e.g., uSDHC DMA, SAI audio streaming), freeing M7 core for real-time control tasks. |
| Quad Timers (QTimer) ×4 | Each provides 4-channel 16-bit capture/compare with quadrature decoding - directly supports dual-axis motor position/speed measurement. |
| FlexPWM ×4 | Delivers 8 independent 16-bit PWM outputs with fault protection - enables three-phase inverter gate driving with dead-time insertion and synchronization. |
| Secure Non-Volatile Storage (SNVS) | Provides tamper-resistant RTC, zeroizable master key, and secure boot state retention - meets IEC 62443-3-3 SL2 requirements for embedded controllers. |
Applications
| Industrial HMI | Motor Control Drive |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Touch-enabled operator panel in PLC-controlled packaging line requiring responsive GUI, analog sensor monitoring, and CAN bus integration. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main application processor executing FreeRTOS-based UI stack, sampling 2× ADC channels for temperature/voltage feedback, and managing dual FlexCAN nodes for fieldbus communication. Use Value: Eliminates need for separate display controller and security co-processor; 528 MHz M7 core ensures <10 ms GUI frame update with concurrent motor diagnostics. | Use Scenario: Closed-loop servo drive for CNC axis control with position encoder interface, current sensing, and real-time PWM generation. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time motion controller running custom PID loop at 20 kHz, using QTimer quadrature decode for encoder input and FlexPWM for 3-phase gate signals. Use Value: On-chip 16-bit PWM with hardware fault shutdown reduces external protection logic; integrated eDMA enables seamless current ADC sampling without CPU intervention. |
| Smart Home Appliance | Industrial Gateway |
Use Scenario: Wi-Fi–enabled washing machine control board needing secure OTA updates, touch interface, and motor phase control. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: System-on-chip managing TSC for front-panel buttons, ADC for water level/temperature, FlexPWM for brushless motor, and HAB-verified firmware updates over uSDHC. Use Value: BEE decrypts XIP-executed firmware from encrypted Quad SPI Flash, enabling secure field upgrades without exposing binary images. | Use Scenario: Edge gateway aggregating Modbus RTU sensors via UART and forwarding data via Ethernet with IEEE 1588 time stamping. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Protocol translation hub running Linux or bare-metal stack, using ENET with hardware timestamping and 8× UARTs for serial device connectivity. Use Value: Dual uSDHC supports redundant logging to SD cards; integrated DCDC simplifies 24 V to 1.1 V conversion for PoE-powered deployments. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar crossover processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIMXRT1051CVL5B | Identical electrical specs and pinout; differs only in silicon revision (B vs A) and minor errata fixes per NXP document AN12234. | Same industrial temperature range and peripheral set; no functional difference in HMI/motor control use cases. | Select MIMXRT1051CVL5B for new designs requiring latest mask revision and documented errata resolution. |
| MIMXRT1052CVL5A | Adds LCDIF, CSI, and PXP graphics acceleration; otherwise identical clock, memory, power, and security features. | Required when application needs parallel RGB display or camera input; adds ~150 mW active power and larger PCB area. | Choose MIMXRT1052CVL5A only if display or vision functionality is mandatory; MIMXRT1051CVL5A saves cost and power where those blocks are unused. |
Compared with MIMXRT1051CVL5B, the MIMXRT1051CVL5A offers identical real-time performance and security but lacks later silicon fixes; versus MIMXRT1052CVL5A, it removes display/camera IP to reduce BOM cost and thermal load in control-only applications.
Availability
MIMXRT1051CVL5A is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial HMI, motor control drives, and smart home appliance designs requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and automotive-qualified manufacturing traceability.
Supply support for MIMXRT1051CVL5A 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 R&D centers across 30+ countries and ISO/TS 16949-certified manufacturing.
The i.MX RT series targets high-performance microcontroller applications bridging MCU simplicity and MPU capability; the MIMXRT1051CVL5A specifically addresses cost-sensitive industrial control where display subsystems are unnecessary.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the MIMXRT1051CVL5A?
The MIMXRT1051CVL5A operates at a maximum CPU frequency of 528 MHz, achieved using the Arm Cortex-M7 core with integrated L1 caches and FPU. This frequency is guaranteed across the full industrial temperature range (−40 °C to +105 °C) under specified voltage and cooling conditions per datasheet Table 10.
Does the MIMXRT1051CVL5A support secure boot and firmware encryption?
Yes, the MIMXRT1051CVL5A supports High Assurance Boot (HAB) for cryptographic signature verification of boot images, Data Co-Processor (DCP) for AES-128/SHA-256 acceleration, and Bus Encryption Engine (BEE) for on-the-fly decryption of XIP-executed code from Quad SPI Flash - all integral to the MIMXRT1051CVL5A security architecture.
What memory interfaces are available on the MIMXRT1051CVL5A?
The MIMXRT1051CVL5A includes SEMC for SDRAM, NAND, NOR, and PSRAM; FlexSPI for single/dual Quad SPI Flash; dual uSDHC supporting SD/eMMC 4.5/SDIO 3.0; and internal 512 KB RAM configurable as TCM or OCRAM - no LPDDR or DDR3 support is provided in the MIMXRT1051CVL5A variant.
Is the MIMXRT1051CVL5A pin-compatible with other i.MX RT1050 family members?
The MIMXRT1051CVL5A shares the same 196-pin MAPBGA (10 × 10 mm, 0.65 mm pitch) package and pin assignment with MIMXRT1051CVL5B and MIMXRT1052CVL5A, enabling PCB reuse across these variants; however, signal muxing and peripheral enablement differ - LCD/CSI/PXP are disabled in the MIMXRT1051CVL5A.
What development tools are officially supported for the MIMXRT1051CVL5A?
NXP officially supports MCUXpresso IDE, SDK, and configuration tools for the MIMXRT1051CVL5A, along with evaluation boards such as the MIMXRT1050-EVK. The MIMXRT1051CVL5A is fully compatible with ARM GCC, IAR Embedded Workbench, and Keil MDK toolchains via CMSIS-DAP debug interface.
MIMXRT1051CVL5A Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 196-LFBGA
- Series:
- RT1050
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Discontinued at Digi-Key
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-M7
- Core Size:
- 32-Bit Single-Core
- Speed:
- 528MHz
- Connectivity:
- CANbus, EBI/EMI, Ethernet, I2C, MMC/SD/SDIO, SAI, SPDIF, SPI, UART/USART, USB OTG
- Peripherals:
- Brown-out Detect/Reset, DMA, POR, PWM, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 127
- Program Memory Size:
- -
- Program Memory Type:
- External Program Memory
- EEPROM Size:
- -
- RAM Size:
- 512K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 3V ~ 3.6V
- Data Converters:
- A/D 20x12b
- Oscillator Type:
- External, Internal
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 105°C (TJ)
- 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 MIMXRT1051CVL5A part is unused and in its original packaging.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
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