NXP Semiconductors MK10DN512VMC10

Overview

MK10DN512VMC10 from NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale) is a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M4 microcontroller with DSP extensions, designed for embedded control applications requiring high computational throughput and mixed-signal integration. It operates at up to 100 MHz, integrates 512 KB flash and 128 KB RAM, supports -40 to 105°C ambient operation, and features dual CAN interfaces - used in industrial motor control systems with real-time sensor fusion and closed-loop actuation.

For engineers reviewing the MK10DN512VMC10 datasheet, MK10DN512VMC10 pinout, MK10DN512VMC10 application, or MK10DN512VMC10 equivalent, key selection considerations include its 100 MHz Cortex-M4 core with DSP, dual CAN 2.0B modules, integrated 16-bit SAR ADCs with PGA, low-power stop modes down to 2.1 µA, and 121-pin MAPBGA package with FlexBus and SDHC support.

Technical Context

The MK10DN512VMC10 implements an ARM Cortex-M4 core with hardware floating-point unit disabled (D-series), delivering 1.25 DMIPS/MHz via Harvard architecture and tightly coupled memory. Its clock system includes a 3–32 MHz main crystal oscillator, 32 kHz RTC oscillator, and multi-purpose clock generator supporting dynamic frequency scaling across RUN, VLPR, STOP, and VLLS power modes.

Peripherals are organized into domain-specific buses: FlexBus enables external memory expansion; EzPort supports serial flash programming; SDHC handles SD/SDIO cards; and dual CAN controllers operate independently with configurable message buffers and loopback self-test capability - all synchronized to the same bus clock domain without arbitration overhead.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: 121-pin MAPBGA (8 mm × 8 mm, 0.8 mm pitch), 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 MK10DN512VMC10, MKE15Z64VLD4 trades performance and interface breadth for lower BOM cost and simpler layout, while MIMXRT1021DAG5A shifts to application-processor-class capabilities requiring external memory and advanced thermal management - neither matches the MK10DN512VMC10's balance of deterministic real-time control, integrated analog, and dual-CAN in a single-chip industrial solution.

Availability

MK10DN512VMC10 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor drives, automotive body electronics, smart energy meters, and medical infusion pumps requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long production lifecycles.

Supply support for MK10DN512VMC10 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 roots in Freescale's Kinetis MCU portfolio.

The MK10DN512VMC10 belongs to the Kinetis K10 family, engineered for cost-sensitive, high-reliability embedded control applications demanding mixed-signal integration, real-time responsiveness, and extended temperature operation - especially where CAN networking and analog sensor interfacing are central.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the MK10DN512VMC10?

The MK10DN512VMC10 operates at a maximum core frequency of 100 MHz, achieved using the internal multi-purpose clock generator with a 3–32 MHz crystal input and PLL multiplication. This frequency is fully supported across the -40°C to +105°C temperature range and 1.71–3.6 V supply voltage, with timing closure verified per the K10P121M100SF2V2 datasheet Rev. 3.

Does the MK10DN512VMC10 include a hardware floating-point unit (FPU)?

No, the MK10DN512VMC10 does not include a hardware FPU. It is part of the 'D' series within the Kinetis K10 family, which implements the ARM Cortex-M4 core with DSP extensions but excludes the single-precision FPU. Floating-point operations must be handled in software or via CMSIS-DSP library functions optimized for integer arithmetic.

How many CAN interfaces does the MK10DN512VMC10 support, and are they compliant with CAN 2.0B?

The MK10DN512VMC10 integrates two independent CAN modules, both fully compliant with ISO 11898-1:2015 CAN 2.0B specification, supporting standard (11-bit) and extended (29-bit) identifiers, programmable bit rates up to 1 Mbps, and hardware message filtering with 16 dedicated buffers per module - confirmed in Section 6.8.1 of the K10P121M100SF2V2 datasheet.

What is the package type and pin count of the MK10DN512VMC10?

The MK10DN512VMC10 uses a 121-pin MAPBGA package (8 mm × 8 mm, 0.8 mm pitch), identified by the 'MC' suffix in its part number. This package provides 92 general-purpose I/O pins, 12 dedicated analog inputs, and full routing access to all major peripherals including FlexBus, SDHC, and dual CAN - detailed in Section 8.2 of the K10 Sub-Family Data Sheet.

Can the MK10DN512VMC10 operate from a single 3.3 V supply, and what are the voltage tolerance limits?

Yes, the MK10DN512VMC10 operates reliably from a single 3.3 V supply, within its specified 1.71–3.6 V range. All digital I/O pins are 5 V tolerant (except RESET, EXTAL, XTAL), allowing direct interfacing with 5 V logic without level shifters. Analog pins (including EXTAL/XTAL) tolerate VDD + 0.3 V maximum, per Table 1 in Section 5.2.1 of the datasheet.