NXP Semiconductors MK10DX64VLH7

Overview

MK10DX64VLH7 from NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale) is a Kinetis K10-series ARM Cortex-M4 microcontroller with DSP extension, 64 KB flash, 16 KB SRAM, and 64-pin LQFP package. It operates from 1.71–3.6 V across –40 to 105°C, integrates dual 16-bit SAR ADCs with PGA, 12-bit DAC, CAN, three UARTs, two I²C, SPI, I²S, and real-time clock - deployed in industrial motor control and sensor gateway applications.

For engineers reviewing the MK10DX64VLH7 datasheet, MK10DX64VLH7 pinout, MK10DX64VLH7 application, or MK10DX64VLH7 equivalent, key selection criteria include its 72 MHz max CPU frequency, -40°C to 105°C extended temperature grade, 64-pin LQFP (10 mm × 10 mm) package, integrated FlexMemory support, and CAN 2.0B compliance for robust industrial communication.

Technical Context

The MK10DX64VLH7 implements a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M4 core with DSP instructions and no FPU. Its clock system includes a 3–32 MHz main crystal oscillator, 32 kHz RTC oscillator, and multi-purpose clock generator supporting FEE/FEI/BLPE/FBE modes. The MCG supports dynamic frequency scaling up to 72 MHz in Run mode and down to 4 MHz in VLPR mode.

Peripherals are organized into low-power-optimized domains: eight-channel PWM timer, two quadrature decoder timers, programmable delay block, carrier modulator transmitter, and low-leakage wakeup unit. Analog subsystem comprises two independent 16-bit ADCs (each with PGA up to ×64), 12-bit DAC, three comparators (each with 6-bit DAC and programmable reference), and voltage reference module - all sharing a common analog supply domain (VDDA).

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: 64-pin LQFP (10 mm × 10 mm), exposed pad, 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 MK10DN64VLH7, MK10DX64VLH7 adds FlexMemory for robust parameter storage; compared with MKE15Z64VLH7, it delivers 1.5× higher CPU performance, dual high-resolution ADCs, and full CAN 2.0B - making it the only option among the three qualified for demanding industrial motion control.

Availability

MK10DX64VLH7 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor control, smart sensor gateways, automotive body electronics, and energy monitoring systems requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long product lifecycles.

Supply support for MK10DX64VLH7 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, IoT, and mobile applications.

The Kinetis K10 family - including MK10DX64VLH7 - was designed for cost-sensitive, low-power industrial control applications requiring mixed-signal precision, real-time responsiveness, and functional safety readiness.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the MK10DX64VLH7?

The MK10DX64VLH7 supports a maximum system and core clock frequency of 72 MHz in Run mode when configured in FEE mode with an external crystal. This frequency is validated across the full –40°C to 105°C temperature range and 1.71–3.6 V supply voltage. The MK10DX64VLH7 also supports lower-frequency modes including VLPR (up to 4 MHz) for ultra-low-power operation while retaining full peripheral functionality.

Does the MK10DX64VLH7 include CAN interface support?

Yes, the MK10DX64VLH7 integrates a fully compliant FlexCAN module supporting CAN 2.0B protocol with configurable bit rates up to 1 Mbps. It includes dedicated CAN0_TX and CAN0_RX pins, message buffers with FIFO support, and hardware acceptance filtering. The MK10DX64VLH7 requires an external CAN transceiver for physical layer connection but handles all protocol-level operations including error framing, bus-off recovery, and automatic retransmission.

What analog peripherals are integrated into the MK10DX64VLH7?

The MK10DX64VLH7 integrates two independent 16-bit SAR ADCs (ADC0 and ADC1), each with a programmable gain amplifier (PGA) offering gains of ×1, ×2, ×4, ×8, ×16, ×32, or ×64. It also includes a 12-bit DAC, three analog comparators (each with a built-in 6-bit DAC and programmable reference), and a precision voltage reference module. All analog blocks share the VDDA/VSSA supply domain and support hardware synchronization and DMA transfer.

What package type and pin count does the MK10DX64VLH7 use?

The MK10DX64VLH7 uses a 64-pin LQFP package (10 mm × 10 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) with an exposed thermal pad. The "LH" in the part number explicitly denotes this LQFP-64 variant. Pin assignments follow the K10 Sub-Family standard layout, with dedicated power/ground, crystal, reset, debug (SWD), and multiplexed peripheral signals - documented in Section 8 of the K10P64M72SF1 datasheet.

Is the MK10DX64VLH7 supported by modern development tools?

Yes, the MK10DX64VLH7 is fully supported by NXP's MCUXpresso SDK, IDE, and Config Tools. It is compatible with CMSIS-DAP debug probes (e.g., LPC-Link2, SEGGER J-Link), and has validated BSPs for FreeRTOS, ThreadX, and bare-metal development. Legacy CodeWarrior and Kinetis Design Studio projects can be migrated to MCUXpresso with automated tooling - ensuring continued toolchain access despite the device's introduction in 2012.