NXP Semiconductors MKE13Z128VLH7

Overview

MKE13Z128VLH7 from NXP Semiconductors is an ARM® Cortex®-M0+ microcontroller operating up to 72 MHz, featuring 128 KB flash, 32 KB SRAM, and a 12-bit 1 Msps ADC. It integrates three LPUARTs, one LPSPI, one LPI2C, two TSI modules for touch sensing, and supports VLPS/Stop low-power modes with AWIC wake-up-designed for BLDC motor control and industrial HMI systems.

For engineers reviewing the MKE13Z128VLH7 datasheet, MKE13Z128VLH7 pinout, MKE13Z128VLH7 application, or MKE13Z128VLH7 equivalent, key selection criteria include its 64-pin LQFP package, 58 GPIOs (8 high-drive), 22 ADC channels, dual TSI with shielded mutual capacitance sensing, and verified operation across –40 to 105 °C ambient temperature.

Technical Context

The MKE13Z128VLH7 implements a 32-bit ARMv6-M Thumb®-2 ISA core with configurable NVIC supporting 32 interrupt vectors and 4 priority levels. Its SCG clock system selects among FIRC (48 MHz ±1%), SIRC (8/2 MHz ±3%), LPO (128 kHz), LPFLL, and external crystal (4–40 MHz) sources, enabling dynamic power/performance scaling across Run, VLPR, Wait, VLPW, Stop, and VLPS modes.

Peripheral integration includes eDMA with DMAMUX routing up to 63 request sources to 8 channels, three FlexTimers (FTM) delivering up to 8 PWM channels with deadtime insertion, and a 16-bit LPTMR plus 32-bit LPIT with 4 channels for precise timing in low-power states. The analog subsystem combines a self-calibrating 12-bit ADC with hardware averaging and a comparator with integrated 8-bit DAC for sensor signal conditioning.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: 64-pin LQFP (VLH7), 10 mm × 10 mm × 1.4 mm, 0.5 mm pitch.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with MKE13Z128VLH7, MKE13Z256VLH7 offers headroom for future firmware expansion while maintaining identical power and timing behavior; MKE17Z128VLH7 delivers higher analog channel density and TSI resolution for next-generation HMI, but with no change to core clocking or low-power architecture.

Availability

MKE13Z128VLH7 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for BLDC motor control, industrial touch HMI, smart power metering, and condition monitoring sensor nodes requiring stable component supply across automotive-grade temperature ranges and long product lifecycles.

Supply support for MKE13Z128VLH7 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 specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and IoT applications, with over 30 years of microcontroller innovation.

The Kinetis KE1xZ family-including MKE13Z128VLH7-is engineered for cost-sensitive, high-reliability industrial control and motor drive applications, emphasizing low-power operation, robust analog integration, and functional safety readiness.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the MKE13Z128VLH7 core?

The MKE13Z128VLH7 features an ARM Cortex-M0+ core rated for up to 72 MHz operation. This frequency is achievable using the 48 MHz Fast Internal Reference Clock (FIRC) with PLL multiplication or directly from a 72 MHz external crystal source. All peripherals-including ADC, FTM, and LPUART-are fully functional at this speed, and the device maintains timing compliance across its full –40 to 105 °C operating range.

Does the MKE13Z128VLH7 support hardware-based PWM deadtime insertion?

Yes, the MKE13Z128VLH7's FlexTimer (FTM) modules include dedicated hardware deadtime insertion logic. This feature prevents simultaneous conduction in complementary PWM outputs-essential for driving 3-phase inverter bridges safely. Deadtime values are programmable in nanosecond increments via FTM registers, and the function operates independently of CPU intervention during runtime.

How many touch sensing channels does the MKE13Z128VLH7 provide?

The MKE13Z128VLH7 integrates two TSI modules supporting a total of 25 touch sensing channels: 12 mutual + 3 shield per TSI module. These channels are distributed across dedicated pins with configurable scan resolution and noise filtering-enabling robust capacitive touch interfaces for industrial panels operating in harsh electromagnetic environments.

Can the MKE13Z128VLH7 operate in ultra-low-power modes while retaining ADC functionality?

Yes, the MKE13Z128VLH7 supports ADC conversions in Very Low Power Stop (VLPS) mode using SIRC or OSC clock sources. In this state, the core and most peripherals are disabled, but the ADC remains active with hardware-triggered sampling-allowing periodic sensor measurements with sub-10 µA system current draw, ideal for battery-powered condition monitoring.

What debug interface does the MKE13Z128VLH7 use, and is SWD supported?

The MKE13Z128VLH7 uses Serial Wire Debug (SWD) as its primary debug interface, compliant with ARM CoreSight standards. SWD provides full run-control, register access, flash programming, and basic trace via a 2-pin interface (SWDIO and SWCLK). Debug Watchpoint and Trace (DWT) and Micro Trace Buffer (MTB) are enabled, allowing cycle-accurate profiling and exception tracing during development of MKE13Z128VLH7-based firmware.