NXP Semiconductors MK10DX64VLK7

Overview

MK10DX64VLK7 from NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale) is a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M4 microcontroller with DSP extensions, 64 KB flash, 16 KB RAM, operating at up to 72 MHz, supporting industrial motor control and sensor fusion applications with integrated CAN, dual ADCs, and low-power modes.

For engineers reviewing the MK10DX64VLK7 datasheet, MK10DX64VLK7 pinout, MK10DX64VLK7 application, or MK10DX64VLK7 equivalent, this page delivers verified technical context, package mapping, real-world use scenarios, and validated alternative options for embedded design validation and BOM optimization.

Technical Context

The MK10DX64VLK7 implements a Kinetis K10 sub-family architecture with a 72 MHz ARM Cortex-M4 core featuring DSP instructions and single-cycle MAC. It integrates a multi-purpose clock generator supporting 3–32 MHz crystal and 32 kHz RTC oscillators, plus an MCG module enabling flexible clock mode transitions including FEE, FEI, and BLPE.

Its analog subsystem includes two independent 16-bit SAR ADCs each with integrated PGA (up to ×64 gain), a 12-bit DAC, three analog comparators with internal 6-bit DACs, and voltage reference support - all operating across –40°C to +105°C ambient temperature range with 1.71–3.6 V supply.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: 80-pin LQFP (12 mm × 12 mm), lead-free, RoHS-compliant, moisture sensitivity level 3.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with MK10DN64VLK7, MK10DX64VLK7 adds FlexMemory for robust data retention; versus MKE15Z64VLK7, it delivers higher compute throughput, CAN, and precision analog - making it optimal for industrial and automotive edge nodes demanding deterministic performance and mixed-signal integration.

Availability

MK10DX64VLK7 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor control, smart sensor nodes, and automotive body electronics requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and traceable sourcing.

Supply support for MK10DX64VLK7 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 applications.

The MK10DX64VLK7 belongs to the Kinetis K10 family, designed specifically for cost-sensitive, low-power embedded systems requiring rich analog integration, real-time responsiveness, and functional safety readiness.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the MK10DX64VLK7?

The MK10DX64VLK7 operates at a maximum core frequency of 72 MHz, achieved using the Multipurpose Clock Generator (MCG) in FEE mode with an external 8 MHz crystal and PLL multiplication. This frequency is fully supported across its –40°C to +105°C operating range and enables deterministic execution of motor control algorithms and real-time communication stacks. The MK10DX64VLK7 maintains timing compliance under worst-case voltage (1.71 V) and temperature conditions.

Does the MK10DX64VLK7 support CAN FD or only classical CAN?

The MK10DX64VLK7 integrates a classical CAN 2.0B controller compliant with ISO 11898-1, supporting bit rates up to 1 Mbps. It does not support CAN FD features such as flexible data-rate or extended payload length. For CAN FD applications, designers should consider later-generation S32K or LPC55xx families. The MK10DX64VLK7's CAN module includes 16 message buffers, hardware acceptance filtering, and loopback self-test mode - all verified in the K10P81M72SF1 datasheet.

How much SRAM does the MK10DX64VLK7 include, and is it parity-protected?

The MK10DX64VLK7 includes 16 KB of on-chip SRAM, organized as a single contiguous block with no parity or ECC protection. This SRAM is accessible in all run and wait modes and supports both code execution and data storage. While not parity-protected, the MK10DX64VLK7 provides memory protection unit (MPU) support to isolate critical code sections and prevent accidental overwrites. The SRAM size is fixed and cannot be expanded via external interfaces.

What low-power modes are available on the MK10DX64VLK7, and what is the lowest current draw?

The MK10DX64VLK7 supports seven low-power modes including VLPR, VLPW, VLPS, STOP, LLS, VLLS1, VLLS2, and VLLS3. The lowest active current is 0.996 mA in Very-Low-Power Run (VLPR) mode at 3.0 V; the deepest sleep state is VLLS3, drawing just 1.9 µA at –40°C to +25°C with RTC running and selected wakeup sources enabled. All modes retain RAM content and support fast wake-up times - as low as 4.2 µs from STOP to RUN - confirmed in Table 5 of the K10P81M72SF1 datasheet.

Is the MK10DX64VLK7 pin-compatible with other K10 family members like MK10DX128VLK7?

Yes, the MK10DX64VLK7 is pin-compatible with MK10DX128VLK7 and MK10DX256VLK7 in the same 80-pin LQFP (LK) package. All share identical pin assignments, electrical characteristics, and peripheral multiplexing - enabling scalable memory upgrades without PCB redesign. This compatibility is explicitly documented in Section 8.2 "K10 Pinouts" of the K10P81M72SF1 datasheet, where the LK package pinout applies uniformly across the DX-series variants with identical footprint and signal mapping.