NXP Semiconductors MKE16Z64VLD4
- Part No.:
- MKE16Z64VLD4
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 44-LQFP
- Datasheet:
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MKE16Z64VLD4.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 32BIT 64KB FLASH 44LQFP
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Product details
Overview
MKE16Z64VLD4 from NXP is a 5V-tolerant Arm Cortex-M0+ microcontroller operating at up to 48 MHz, featuring 64 KB flash, 8 KB SRAM, 25-channel capacitive touch sensing (TSI), one MSCAN interface, and 1 Msps 12-bit ADC-designed for motor control, industrial HMI, and appliance UI in electrically harsh environments.
For engineers reviewing the MKE16Z64VLD4 datasheet, MKE16Z64VLD4 pinout, MKE16Z64VLD4 application, or MKE16Z64VLD4 equivalent, key selection factors include its 48LQFP package, -40°C to 105°C industrial temperature range, 2.7–5.5 V supply, CAN bus compliance, and TSI-based liquid-tolerant touch capability.
Technical Context
The MKE16Z64VLD4 implements an Arm Cortex-M0+ core with Thumb-2 instruction set and NVIC interrupt controller, supporting low-latency real-time response. It integrates MSCAN compliant with ISO 11898-1:2015 for robust automotive and industrial bus communication.
Its Touch Sense Interface (TSI) supports both self-capacitive and mutual-capacitive modes with hardware-accelerated scanning across 25 channels, enabling reliable touch detection under wet or noisy conditions without external components.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core | Arm Cortex-M0+, 48 MHz max - deterministic real-time execution with low power consumption |
| Flash / SRAM | 64 KB / 8 KB - sufficient for standalone motor control firmware with integrated touch stack |
| Supply Range | 2.7 V to 5.5 V - direct compatibility with 5 V industrial logic and legacy sensor interfaces |
| Touch Channels | 25 TSI channels - enables full front-panel UI with sliders, wheels, and keys on single MCU |
| ADC | 12-bit, 1 Msps - supports high-fidelity current/voltage sampling in BLDC motor FOC loops |
| CAN Interface | MSCAN module - ISO 11898-1-compliant physical layer interface for distributed control networks |
| Operating Temp | -40°C to +105°C - qualified for use in enclosed industrial enclosures and appliance main boards |
Pinout & Package
Package: 48-pin LQFP (7 mm × 7 mm, 0.5 mm pitch), RoHS-compliant, moisture sensitivity level 3.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDDA/VSSA | Analog power/ground | Independent analog domain supply for ADC/ACMP noise isolation |
| PTA0–PTA24 | GPIO / TSI channel | Configurable as general-purpose I/O or dedicated touch sense inputs (up to 25 channels) |
| PTB0–PTB17 | GPIO / CAN_TX / CAN_RX | Includes dedicated CAN transceiver pins with internal pull-ups and slew-rate control |
| ADC0_SE0–ADC0_SE15 | Analog input | 16-channel 12-bit ADC input mapping, multiplexed with GPIOs |
| FTM0_CH0–CH5 | PWM output | 6-channel FlexTimer for three-phase BLDC gate drive with dead-time insertion |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| 5V I/O tolerance | Eliminates level-shifting circuitry when interfacing with 5 V sensors, displays, or legacy peripherals |
| Liquid-tolerant TSI | Hardware-accelerated touch scanning maintains accuracy even with water droplets or condensation on overlay |
| MSCAN module | Integrated CAN controller with message buffers and automatic retransmission for fault-resilient networking |
| 1 Msps 12-bit ADC | Enables closed-loop current control in motor drives with ≤1 µs sampling intervals |
| FlexTimer (FTM) | Supports complementary PWM outputs with programmable dead time for inverter gate driver safety |
Applications
| Home Appliance UI Control | Industrial HMI Panel |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Capacitive touch interface on induction cooktop or washing machine control panel exposed to steam and splashes. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary MCU executing touch scan, display update, and safety interlock logic in real time. Use Value: 25-channel TSI with liquid tolerance eliminates mechanical buttons while maintaining reliability in humid environments. | Use Scenario: Front-panel operator interface for factory automation PLC or elevator call station. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Standalone HMI controller managing touch input, LED status feedback, and CAN-based alarm reporting. Use Value: Integrated MSCAN and 105°C rating enable direct connection to industrial fieldbus without external transceivers or heatsinking. |
| BLDC Motor Controller | Circuit Breaker Monitoring |
Use Scenario: Low-cost fan or pump drive with sensorless FOC requiring precise current sampling and PWM timing. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time motor control unit performing ADC sampling, Clarke/Park transforms, and PWM generation. Use Value: 1 Msps ADC and FTM with dead-time insertion support accurate current reconstruction and safe gate switching. | Use Scenario: Intelligent MCCB/ACB monitoring unit detecting overcurrent, temperature, and trip events. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: System monitor collecting analog sensor data, logging events, and communicating via CAN to central panel. Use Value: 64 KB flash accommodates dual-bank firmware updates; 5 V I/O directly interfaces with legacy trip coil drivers and analog sensors. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MKE15Z64VLD4 | Lacks MSCAN module; identical core, memory, TSI, and package | Suitable only where CAN is not required; lower BOM cost in non-networked appliances | Select MKE15Z64VLD4 if CAN is unnecessary and cost optimization is critical |
| S32K116LHT0MLF | Arm Cortex-M0+, 48 MHz, 128 KB flash, 16 KB SRAM, CAN FD, AEC-Q100 Grade 1 | Automotive-qualified with CAN FD and enhanced diagnostics; larger memory and higher qualification grade | Choose S32K116LHT0MLF for automotive body electronics requiring functional safety support |
Compared with MKE16Z64VLD4, MKE15Z64VLD4 removes CAN but retains identical touch and motor control features, while S32K116LHT0MLF adds CAN FD and AEC-Q100 qualification at higher cost and memory footprint-making MKE16Z64VLD4 optimal for cost-sensitive industrial CAN nodes.
Availability
MKE16Z64VLD4 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for home appliance UI control, industrial HMI panels, BLDC motor controllers, and circuit breaker monitoring requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for MKE16Z64VLD4 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 company headquartered in Eindhoven, Netherlands, specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and IoT markets.
The MKE16Z64VLD4 belongs to the Kinetis E family of 5V robust MCUs, designed specifically for electrically harsh environments including appliances, motor drives, and industrial controls where EMC resilience and wide supply voltage operation are essential.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the MKE16Z64VLD4?
The MKE16Z64VLD4 operates at a maximum core frequency of 48 MHz using its Arm Cortex-M0+ processor. This speed is fully supported across the entire industrial temperature range (-40°C to +105°C) and supply voltage range (2.7 V to 5.5 V), enabling deterministic real-time performance in motor control and touch applications without thermal derating.
Does the MKE16Z64VLD4 support CAN FD or only classical CAN?
The MKE16Z64VLD4 integrates the MSCAN module, which supports only classical CAN (ISO 11898-1:2015) at up to 1 Mbps-not CAN FD. Its CAN implementation includes message buffering, automatic retransmission, and error handling, making it suitable for industrial fieldbus and appliance networking, but not for high-bandwidth automotive domains requiring CAN FD.
How many touch channels does the MKE16Z64VLD4 support, and what modes are available?
The MKE16Z64VLD4 supports up to 25 capacitive touch sensing channels via its integrated Touch Sense Interface (TSI). It operates in both self-capacitive and mutual-capacitive modes, with hardware-accelerated scanning and built-in noise rejection-enabling robust touch detection on curved surfaces, under glass overlays, and in presence of water or condensation.
What development tools are officially supported for the MKE16Z64VLD4?
NXP officially supports the MKE16Z64VLD4 with MCUXpresso IDE, MCUXpresso SDK, and MCUXpresso Config Tools. The FRDM-KE16Z Freedom Development Board (with onboard OpenSDA debug interface) provides full hardware evaluation, and the MCU is also compatible with IAR Embedded Workbench and Arm Keil MDK through vendor-provided device support packs.
Is the MKE16Z64VLD4 pin-compatible with other KE1xZ family members?
The MKE16Z64VLD4 in 48LQFP (VLD4) package shares identical pinout with MKE15Z64VLD4 and MKE14Z64VLD4, enabling hardware reuse across variants. However, pin functions related to CAN (e.g., PTB0/PTB1) are unused in non-CAN variants, so PCB design must retain those traces if future migration to MKE16Z64VLD4 is planned.
MKE16Z64VLD4 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 44-LQFP
- Series:
- Kinetis KE1xZ
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-M0+
- Core Size:
- 32-Bit Single-Core
- Speed:
- 48MHz
- Connectivity:
- CANbus, I2C, SPI, UART/USART
- Peripherals:
- DMA, LVD, POR, PWM, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 38
- Program Memory Size:
- 64KB (64K x 8)
- Program Memory Type:
- FLASH
- EEPROM Size:
- -
- RAM Size:
- 8K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 2.7V ~ 5.5V
- Data Converters:
- A/D 12x12b; D/A 1x8b
- Oscillator Type:
- Internal
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 105°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
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