NXP Semiconductors MK10DX128VFT5

Overview

MK10DX128VFT5 from NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale) is a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M4 microcontroller with DSP extensions, designed for embedded control applications requiring real-time signal processing and low-power operation. It features 128 KB on-chip flash, 16 KB RAM, 32 KB FlexNVM, operates at up to 50 MHz, supports -40°C to +105°C ambient temperature, and integrates 16-bit SAR ADC, dual analog comparators with 6-bit DACs, and multiple communication interfaces including three UARTs, SPI, I²C, and I²S.

For engineers reviewing the MK10DX128VFT5 datasheet, MK10DX128VFT5 pinout, MK10DX128VFT5 application, or MK10DX128VFT5 equivalent, this page delivers verified technical context, validated pin assignments for the 48-pin QFN package, confirmed low-power mode behavior down to 0.176 µA in VLLS0, and direct alternative options with documented functional and packaging differences.

Technical Context

The MK10DX128VFT5 implements an ARM Cortex-M4 core with hardware-accelerated DSP instructions and a Memory Protection Unit (MPU), operating across 1.71–3.6 V supply range. Its clock system includes a 3–32 MHz crystal oscillator, 32 kHz RTC oscillator, and multi-purpose clock generator supporting FEI, FBE, and BLPE modes - enabling dynamic frequency scaling between 50 MHz (Run) and 4 MHz (VLPR).

Peripherals include an 8-channel motor control/PWM timer, two quadrature decoder timers, real-time clock, programmable delay block, carrier modulator transmitter, and security modules such as hardware CRC and 128-bit unique chip ID. Analog subsystem comprises 16-bit SAR ADC with configurable resolution and sampling rate, two CMP modules each integrating a 6-bit DAC and programmable reference input.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: 48-pin QFN (7 mm × 7 mm, 0.5 mm pitch), RoHS-compliant, moisture sensitivity level 3 (MSL3).

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with MK10DN128VFT5, the MK10DX128VFT5 adds FlexMemory for robust data retention; compared with MK20DX128VFT5, it reduces BOM cost and design complexity while retaining full peripheral compatibility for mid-tier industrial and automotive control.

Availability

MK10DX128VFT5 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor control, smart energy metering, automotive body electronics, and medical sensor hub applications requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and guaranteed traceable sourcing.

Supply support for MK10DX128VFT5 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 MK10DX128VFT5 belongs to the Kinetis K10 family - engineered for cost-optimized, low-power embedded control in thermally constrained environments where mixed-signal integration, real-time responsiveness, and extended temperature operation are critical.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the MK10DX128VFT5?

The MK10DX128VFT5 operates at a maximum system and core clock frequency of 50 MHz, delivering 1.25 Dhrystone MIPS per MHz. This frequency is achievable across the full -40°C to +105°C temperature range when supplied within the 1.71–3.6 V voltage window and using appropriate clock source configurations such as the 3–32 MHz crystal oscillator with MCG in FBE mode. The MK10DX128VFT5 does not support frequencies above 50 MHz.

Does the MK10DX128VFT5 include on-chip EEPROM functionality?

Yes, the MK10DX128VFT5 includes FlexMemory architecture with 32 KB of FlexNVM and 2 KB of FlexRAM, enabling EEPROM emulation with wear-leveling, atomic writes, and background programming. Unlike traditional EEPROM, this implementation uses flash technology but provides EEPROM-like access semantics through dedicated runtime libraries and hardware acceleration - a key differentiator from the MK10DN128VFT5, which lacks FlexMemory.

What are the lowest power consumption modes supported by the MK10DX128VFT5?

The MK10DX128VFT5 supports multiple low-power modes, with VLLS0 (Very-Low-Leakage Stop Mode 0) achieving as low as 0.176 µA at 3.0 V and -40°C to +25°C when the POR detect circuit is disabled. Other validated modes include VLLS1 (0.678 µA), VLLS2 (1.4 µA), and VLPS (3.5 µA). All values are measured with RTC and 32 kHz oscillator disabled, and all clocks gated - making MK10DX128VFT5 suitable for ultra-low-power sensor endpoints.

Which communication interfaces are integrated into the MK10DX128VFT5?

The MK10DX128VFT5 integrates three UART modules (supporting LIN and IrDA), one SPI module (DSPI), one I²C module, and one I²S module for audio-class serial streaming. It does not include USB, CAN, or Ethernet interfaces. These peripherals are fully multiplexed onto GPIO pins and support DMA-driven operation, enabling concurrent high-throughput data acquisition and communication without CPU intervention - a capability confirmed in the K10P48M50SF0 datasheet Rev. 4.

Is the MK10DX128VFT5 pin-compatible with other K10 family members in the same package?

Yes, the MK10DX128VFT5 is pin-compatible with other K10 devices in the 48-pin QFN (FT) package, including MK10DN128VFT5, MK10DX64VFT5, and MK10DN64VFT5. Pin assignments for power, reset, clock, and primary I/O functions are identical across these variants. However, peripheral signal mapping (e.g., UART0_TX vs. SPI0_SOUT) may differ based on silicon revision and feature enablement - always verify against the specific device's signal multiplexing table in the K10 Sub-Family Data Sheet.