NXP Semiconductors MK10DN128VLH5

Overview

MK10DN128VLH5 from NXP Semiconductors is a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M4 core microcontroller with DSP extensions, operating at up to 50 MHz, featuring 128 KB program flash, 16 KB RAM, and -40°C to 105°C industrial temperature range. It integrates 16-bit SAR ADC, dual analog comparators with 6-bit DACs, real-time clock, and multiple low-power modes - deployed in motor control, industrial sensor nodes, and smart metering systems.

For engineers reviewing the MK10DN128VLH5 datasheet, MK10DN128VLH5 pinout, MK10DN128VLH5 application, or MK10DN128VLH5 equivalent, key selection considerations include its FlexMemory-free configuration (N-series), 64-pin LQFP package, 50 MHz max CPU frequency, and support for UART/I²C/SPI/TSI peripherals in extended temperature environments.

Technical Context

The MK10DN128VLH5 implements an ARM Cortex-M4 core with hardware DSP instructions and no FPU, executing at up to 50 MHz with 1.25 DMIPS/MHz performance. Its memory subsystem includes 128 KB on-chip flash (no FlexNVM), 16 KB SRAM, and 2 KB FlexRAM only on X-series variants - not present here.

System-level features include a multi-purpose clock generator supporting 3–32 MHz crystal and 32 kHz RTC oscillator inputs, configurable low-power modes (VLLS0–VLLS3, VLPS, STOP), and peripheral clock gating. The device uses the Kinetis K10 sub-family's MCG clock architecture with FEI/FBI/FBE/BLPE modes and supports EzPort serial programming.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: 64-pin LQFP (10 mm × 10 mm), RoHS-compliant, moisture sensitivity level 3 per J-STD-020.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with MK10DX128VLH5, MK10DN128VLH5 removes FlexMemory to lower unit cost and simplify memory management; compared with KL27Z128VLH4, it delivers higher compute density, DSP acceleration, and richer analog/timer peripherals - making it optimal for real-time control where deterministic latency and mixed-signal integration are critical.

Availability

MK10DN128VLH5 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor control, smart energy metering, and automotive body electronics requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long production lifecycles.

Supply support for MK10DN128VLH5 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 microcontrollers and edge processing.

The MK10DN128VLH5 belongs to the Kinetis K10 family - designed specifically for cost-optimized, high-integration industrial control applications demanding robust analog peripherals, low-power operation, and extended temperature reliability.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the MK10DN128VLH5?

The MK10DN128VLH5 operates at a maximum CPU frequency of 50 MHz, supported by its ARM Cortex-M4 core with DSP extensions. This frequency is achievable across the full -40°C to +105°C ambient temperature range when supplied within the 1.71 V to 3.6 V voltage window and using appropriate clock sources such as the internal FLL or external crystal oscillator. The device's flash memory is rated for 25 MHz access, requiring wait states above that frequency.

Does the MK10DN128VLH5 include FlexMemory (FlexNVM or FlexRAM)?

No, the MK10DN128VLH5 does not include FlexMemory. The 'N' in its part number explicitly denotes "program flash only", distinguishing it from 'X'-suffix variants like MK10DX128VLH5 which integrate 32 KB FlexNVM and 2 KB FlexRAM. MK10DN128VLH5 provides 128 KB of standard program flash and 16 KB of SRAM, with no user-reconfigurable EEPROM emulation capability.

What package type and pin count does the MK10DN128VLH5 use?

The MK10DN128VLH5 uses a 64-pin LQFP package (10 mm × 10 mm), identified by the 'LH' suffix in its part number. This package includes dedicated VDD/VSS and VDDA/VSSA pins for digital and analog power domains, separate crystal and RTC oscillator connections, and 54 general-purpose I/O pins with extensive peripheral multiplexing - including UART, SPI, I²C, TSI, and timer capture/compare functions.

Can the MK10DN128VLH5 operate in ultra-low-power modes for battery-powered applications?

Yes, the MK10DN128VLH5 supports multiple ultra-low-power modes, including VLLS0 (Very Low-Leakage Stop Mode 0) drawing as little as 0.176 µA at -40°C to +25°C with POR circuit disabled. It also offers VLLS1–VLLS3, VLPS, and STOP modes with sub-µA to low-µA current consumption. These modes retain RAM content, allow wake-up via GPIO, RTC alarm, or low-power timer, and are validated across the full -40°C to +105°C temperature range - making MK10DN128VLH5 suitable for decade-long battery operation in remote sensor nodes.

What analog peripherals are integrated into the MK10DN128VLH5?

The MK10DN128VLH5 integrates a 16-bit SAR ADC with up to 2 MSPS sampling rate, two analog comparators (CMP) each with an integrated 6-bit DAC and programmable reference input, and a precision voltage reference module. These peripherals support high-accuracy sensor signal conditioning, overvoltage/undervoltage detection, and closed-loop analog control - all operating within the same 1.71 V to 3.6 V supply range as the digital core and fully specified across the -40°C to +105°C industrial temperature range.