NXP Semiconductors MK10DN32VLH5

Overview

MK10DN32VLH5 from NXP Semiconductors is a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M4 core microcontroller with DSP extensions, operating at up to 50 MHz, featuring 32 KB program flash, 8 KB RAM, and -40°C to 105°C industrial temperature range. It integrates a 16-bit SAR ADC, three UARTs, I²C, SPI, I²S, and low-power timers - deployed in motor control and industrial sensor interface applications.

For engineers reviewing the MK10DN32VLH5 datasheet, MK10DN32VLH5 pinout, MK10DN32VLH5 application, or MK10DN32VLH5 equivalent, key selection considerations include its 64-pin LQFP package, FlexMemory absence (N-suffix), 50 MHz max CPU frequency, and support for VLPS/VLLS low-power stop modes with sub-μA current draw.

Technical Context

The MK10DN32VLH5 implements an ARM Cortex-M4 core with hardware DSP instructions and no FPU (D-suffix), paired with a multi-purpose clock generator supporting 3–32 MHz crystal and 32 kHz RTC oscillators. Its memory subsystem includes 32 KB on-chip flash (no FlexNVM), 8 KB SRAM, and 2 KB FlexRAM only on X-suffix variants - not present here.

Peripheral integration includes an 8-channel PWM timer, two quadrature decoder timers, real-time clock, carrier modulator transmitter, TSI touch interface, and dual analog comparators with integrated 6-bit DACs. Power management supports seven low-power modes, including VLLS0 with POR detect enabled (0.367 μA typical at –40°C to 25°C).

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

64-pin LQFP (10 mm × 10 mm, LH package code), 0.5 mm pitch, thermally enhanced with exposed pad. Pin assignments follow K10 Sub-Family Rev. 5 signal multiplexing matrix; primary functions include GPIO, UART0–2, I²C0, SPI0–1, ADC0, CMP0–1, TSI, RTC_CLKOUT, and multiple clock inputs/outputs.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with MK10DN64VLH5, the MK10DN32VLH5 trades flash capacity for lower unit cost and smaller code footprint; versus MKE15Z64VLH4, it delivers 30% higher DMIPS and native DSP acceleration at the expense of ~15% higher active current - making it optimal for compute-bound industrial edge nodes.

Availability

MK10DN32VLH5 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor control, smart sensor nodes, automotive body electronics, and human-machine interface designs requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long production lifecycles.

Supply support for MK10DN32VLH5 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 MK10DN32VLH5 belongs to the Kinetis K10 microcontroller family, designed specifically for cost-optimized, low-power industrial control and sensor-edge applications requiring robust analog integration and deterministic real-time response.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the MK10DN32VLH5?

The MK10DN32VLH5 operates at a maximum CPU frequency of 50 MHz, enabled by its ARM Cortex-M4 core with DSP extensions. This frequency is supported across the full –40°C to 105°C temperature range when supplied with 1.71–3.6 V, and is validated in FEI and PEE clock modes per the K10 Sub-Family datasheet Rev. 5.

Does the MK10DN32VLH5 include FlexMemory (FlexNVM/FlexRAM)?

No, the MK10DN32VLH5 does not include FlexMemory. The 'N' in its part number suffix explicitly denotes program flash only - 32 KB of main flash memory with no FlexNVM or FlexRAM. FlexMemory features are reserved for 'X'-suffix variants such as MK10DX32VLH5, which adds configurable EEPROM-like storage.

What package type and pin count does the MK10DN32VLH5 use?

The MK10DN32VLH5 uses a 64-pin LQFP package (10 mm × 10 mm, 0.5 mm pitch), identified by the 'LH' package code in its part number. This package includes an exposed thermal pad and is RoHS-compliant, with pin assignments fully documented in Section 8 of the K10 Sub-Family datasheet.

Which communication interfaces are integrated into the MK10DN32VLH5?

The MK10DN32VLH5 integrates three UART modules (including LIN-capable UART0), one I²C module, two DSPI modules, and one I²S module. All interfaces support DMA operation and share common clock domains, enabling simultaneous high-throughput sensor data streaming and host communication without CPU intervention.

What is the minimum supply current in the lowest power stop mode for the MK10DN32VLH5?

In VLLS0 mode with POR detect circuit enabled, the MK10DN32VLH5 draws a typical supply current of 0.367 μA at –40°C to 25°C and 3.0 V supply, as specified in Table 6 of the K10 Sub-Family datasheet. This ultra-low current enables multi-year operation on primary lithium coin cells in always-on sensor applications.