NXP Semiconductors MKE17Z128VLH7
- Part No.:
- MKE17Z128VLH7
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 64-LQFP
- Datasheet:
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MKE17Z128VLH7.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 32BIT 128KB FLASH 64LQFP
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Product details
Overview
MKE17Z128VLH7 from NXP Semiconductors is an ARM® Cortex®-M0+ microcontroller operating up to 72 MHz, featuring 128 KB flash, 32 KB SRAM, and 58 GPIOs in a 64-pin LQFP package. It integrates a 12-bit 1 Msps ADC, three LPUARTs, one LPSPI, one LPI2C, two TSI modules (47-channel touch sensing), and three FlexTimers for BLDC motor control - deployed in industrial HMI and motor-driven edge devices.
For engineers reviewing the MKE17Z128VLH7 datasheet, MKE17Z128VLH7 pinout, MKE17Z128VLH7 application, or MKE17Z128VLH7 equivalent, key selection criteria include its 64-pin LQFP footprint, VLPS-mode operation with CMP/ADC/LPTMR wake-up support, 2.7–5.5 V supply range, and –40 to 105 °C ambient rating for rugged embedded deployment.
Technical Context
The MKE17Z128VLH7 implements a tightly coupled ARMv6-M architecture with Thumb-2 ISA, configurable NVIC supporting 32 interrupt vectors and 4 priority levels, and DMAMUX-enabled eDMA routing up to 63 request sources across 8 channels. 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 or 32–40 kHz) for dynamic power-performance scaling.
Peripheral integration includes dual TSI modules with shielded mutual-capacitance sensing (47 total channels), a 12-bit SAR ADC with hardware averaging and self-calibration, and three independent FlexTimer modules offering dead-time insertion, fault inputs, and PWM generation - all operable in VLPS mode with SIRC or OSC clocking for ultra-low-power motor control and HMI wake-up.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core | ARM Cortex-M0+, up to 72 MHz - delivers deterministic real-time response for motor commutation and touch polling at sub-millisecond latency. |
| Memory | 128 KB flash / 32 KB SRAM - sufficient for bootloader + RTOS + sensor fusion stack with zero external memory dependency. |
| ADC | 12-bit SAR, 1 Msps, 16-channel - enables high-fidelity current/voltage sampling in BLDC inverter feedback loops. |
| TSI | 2× TSI modules, 47 total channels - supports multi-zone capacitive touch panels with shielded mutual sensing for noise-immune HMI in industrial environments. |
| Low-Power Modes | VLPS mode with active CMP, ADC, LPTMR, LPUART, LPSPI, LPI2C - allows <5 µA sleep current while retaining analog wake-up capability. |
| Supply & Temp | 2.7–5.5 V, –40 to 105 °C - compatible with unregulated 3.3 V/5 V rails and suitable for under-hood or factory-floor deployment. |
| Communication | 3× LPUART, 1× LPSPI, 1× LPI2C - provides isolated serial telemetry, sensor bus connectivity, and firmware update paths without waking core. |
Pinout & Package
Package: 64-pin LQFP (10 mm × 10 mm, 0.5 mm pitch), RoHS-compliant, moisture sensitivity level 3.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD, VSS | Power supply and ground | Dual 3.3 V supply domains with dedicated analog/digital ground pins - enables clean ADC reference and noise-isolated TSI operation. |
| PTA0–PTA31, PTB0–PTB15, PTC0–PTC15, PTD0–PTD15, PTE0–PTE15 | GPIO bank terminals | 58 total GPIOs with interrupt, high-drive (8 pins), and multiplexed peripheral functions - supports direct LED driving, encoder inputs, and PWM outputs without external buffers. |
| ADC0_SE0–ADC0_SE15 | Analog input channels | 16 single-ended ADC inputs mapped across ports A–E - allows simultaneous sampling of motor phase currents, bus voltage, and temperature sensors. |
| TSI0_CH0–TSI0_CH23, TSI1_CH0–TSI1_CH23 | Touch sense inputs | 47 dedicated TSI channel pins (mutual + shield) - enables robust 5×9 matrix touchpad with proximity detection and water tolerance. |
| LPUART0_RX/TX, LPUART1_RX/TX, LPUART2_RX/TX | Low-power UART I/O | Three independent UART interfaces with DMA and stop-mode operation - permits concurrent debug, fieldbus telemetry, and OTA updates. |
| FTM0_CH0–FTM0_CH7, FTM1_CH0–FTM1_CH7, FTM2_CH0–FTM2_CH7 | PWM output / capture inputs | 24 total FTM channels across three modules - supports 3-phase BLDC commutation with complementary outputs, dead-time control, and hall-sensor capture. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| VLPS-mode analog wake-up | CMP, ADC, LPTMR remain active with SIRC/OSC clocking - enables <5 µA sleep current while detecting touch, overcurrent, or timer expiry without full wake. |
| Self-calibrating 12-bit ADC | On-chip calibration eliminates external trim components and maintains ±1 LSB INL across temperature - critical for precision motor current sensing. |
| Dual TSI with shield channels | Two independent touch-sensing modules with programmable shield drivers - suppresses EMI from adjacent motor drives and improves SNR by >20 dB. |
| FlexTimer dead-time insertion | Hardware-controlled dead-time on complementary PWM outputs - prevents shoot-through in half-bridge gate drivers without software overhead. |
| DMAMUX + 8-channel eDMA | Routes 63 peripheral triggers to 8 DMA channels - offloads ADC sampling, UART RX/TX, and TSI scanning from CPU, reducing active time by >40%. |
Applications
| Industrial HMI Panel | BLDC Motor Controller |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Capacitive touch interface on factory HMIs exposed to oil, dust, and EMI from nearby VFDs. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary MCU managing TSI scan, display refresh, and serial telemetry via LPUART. Use Value: Dual TSI modules with shielded mutual sensing maintain >99% touch accuracy at 10 kV ESD and 30 V/m RF fields - eliminating false triggers in harsh plants. |
Use Scenario: Closed-loop speed/torque control of 3-phase BLDC motors in HVAC blowers and conveyor drives. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time motor commutation engine using FTM PWM, ADC current sampling, and CMP overcurrent protection. Use Value: Hardware dead-time insertion and 1 Msps ADC enable <1 µs timing resolution for field-oriented control - achieving >95% efficiency at 30 kHz switching. |
| Smart Sensor Node | Energy-Monitoring Gateway |
|
Use Scenario: Battery-powered environmental sensor node measuring temperature, humidity, and vibration in remote locations. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-power data aggregator with ADC, LPI2C sensor interface, and LPUART backhaul. Use Value: VLPS mode with active LPTMR wakeup and 128 kB flash allows 10-year battery life with periodic 10-second deep-sleep cycles and firmware-over-air updates. |
Use Scenario: DIN-rail mounted gateway monitoring AC line voltage, current, and power factor across 3 phases. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Isolated analog front-end controller interfacing with shunt resistors and isolation amplifiers via ADC and CMP. Use Value: Self-calibrating ADC and integrated temperature sensor deliver ±0.5% RMS voltage accuracy over –40 to 105 °C - meeting IEC 62053-21 Class 0.5S requirements. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MKE17Z256VLH7 | 256 KB flash / 48 KB SRAM, same 64-LQFP package and peripheral set - no pinout or clocking changes. | Supports larger firmware images (e.g., dual-bank OTA, extended crypto stacks) without layout revision. | Select when future firmware growth or secure boot with signature verification is required. |
| MKE13Z128VLH7 | Same flash/SRAM, but only 22 TSI channels and no FTM2 - reduced HMI and motor control scalability. | Suitable for simpler touch interfaces (e.g., 3-button panel) and single-phase motor control. | Choose for cost-sensitive designs where full 47-channel TSI or third FTM is unnecessary. |
Compared with MKE17Z128VLH7, MKE17Z256VLH7 offers headroom for feature-rich firmware without changing PCB, while MKE13Z128VLH7 trades TSI channel count and one FTM for lower unit cost - enabling tiered product variants from a single layout.
Availability
MKE17Z128VLH7 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial HMI, BLDC motor control, smart sensor nodes, and energy-monitoring gateways requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for MKE17Z128VLH7 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, scalable MCUs, automotive processors, and connectivity solutions - with over 30 years of embedded systems expertise.
The Kinetis KE17Z series targets cost-sensitive, ultra-low-power industrial and motor-control applications, delivering ARM Cortex-M0+ performance with enhanced analog integration and robust HMI capabilities.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the MKE17Z128VLH7?
The MKE17Z128VLH7 operates at up to 72 MHz using its internal 48 MHz FIRC with PLL multiplication or external crystal. This frequency is sustained across the full –40 to 105 °C temperature range and 2.7–5.5 V supply, enabling deterministic real-time execution for motor control loops and touch response.
Does the MKE17Z128VLH7 support hardware-based touch sensing?
Yes, the MKE17Z128VLH7 integrates two TSI modules supporting up to 47 total channels with mutual-capacitance and shielded sensing. These operate independently in VLPS mode using internal oscillators, allowing continuous touch detection at <5 µA quiescent current - confirmed in the KE1xZ Reference Manual section 2.2.12.
Can the MKE17Z128VLH7 perform ADC conversions while in low-power modes?
Yes, the MKE17Z128VLH7's 12-bit ADC remains fully functional in VLPS mode when clocked by SIRC or OSC, supporting hardware-triggered conversions and automatic wake-up on completion or threshold violation - a capability verified in the Electrical Characteristics table (Section 5.4.5) of the KE1xZ datasheet Rev. 2.2.
How many UART interfaces does the MKE17Z128VLH7 include, and are they low-power capable?
The MKE17Z128VLH7 includes three independent LPUART modules, each supporting DMA, 4×–32× oversampling, and full operation in Stop and VLPS modes. All three retain receive capability with SIRC clocking - enabling always-on serial telemetry without compromising sleep current, as specified in Section 2.2.8 of the datasheet.
What debug interface does the MKE17Z128VLH7 use, and is SWD supported?
The MKE17Z128VLH7 uses Serial Wire Debug (SWD) as its standard debug interface, compliant with ARM CoreSight specifications. SWD supports full run-control, register access, flash programming, and Micro Trace Buffer (MTB) tracing - documented in Section 2.1.9 and the Debug chapter of the KE1xZ Reference Manual.
MKE17Z128VLH7 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 64-LQFP
- Series:
- Kinetis KE1xZ
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-M0+
- Core Size:
- 32-Bit Single-Core
- Speed:
- 72MHz
- Connectivity:
- FlexIO, I2C, SPI, UART/USART
- Peripherals:
- DMA, LVD, PWM, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 58
- Program Memory Size:
- 128KB (128K x 8)
- Program Memory Type:
- FLASH
- EEPROM Size:
- -
- RAM Size:
- 32K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 2.7V ~ 5.5V
- Data Converters:
- A/D 16x12b SAR; 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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