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NXP Semiconductors MKW36A512VHT4
- Part No.:
- MKW36A512VHT4
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- RF Transceiver ICs
- Package:
- 64-VFLGA
- Datasheet:
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MKW36A512VHT4.pdf
- Description:
- IC RF TXRX+MCU BLE 64VFLGA
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Product details
Overview
MKW36A512VHT4 from NXP Semiconductors is an AEC Q100 Grade 2 automotive-qualified Bluetooth Low Energy 5.0 wireless microcontroller featuring a 48 MHz Arm® Cortex®-M0+ core, 512 KB flash, integrated FlexCAN with CAN FD support up to 3.2 Mbps, and ultra-low-power operation down to 258 nA in VLLS0 mode - deployed in digital key systems and automotive wireless sensor nodes.
For engineers reviewing the MKW36A512VHT4 datasheet, MKW36A512VHT4 pinout, MKW36A512VHT4 application, or MKW36A512VHT4 equivalent, this page delivers verified technical context, package mapping to 48-pin LQFN (7×7 mm, 0.5 mm pitch), confirmed radio sensitivity (–95 dBm @ BLE 1 Mbps), DC-DC buck-mode current specs (6.3 mA Rx / 5.7 mA Tx @ 0 dBm), and automotive-grade security features including AES-128 hardware acceleration and TRNG.
Technical Context
The MKW36A512VHT4 integrates a dual-mode 2.4 GHz transceiver supporting Bluetooth LE 5.0 (up to 8 simultaneous hardware connections) and Generic FSK (250/500/1000 kbps, GFSK BT=0.3/0.5/0.7, modulation index 0.32–1.0) with on-chip balun and single-ended RF port. It uses 26 MHz or 32 MHz crystal reference for radio timing and 32.768 kHz crystal for RTC and BLE low-power timing synchronization.
Its system architecture includes a DC-DC converter with Buck/Bypass modes, nine MCU low-power modes (including VLLS0 at 258 nA), dual LPUART with LIN support, two I²C and two SPI interfaces, 16-bit ADC, FlexCAN module with 32 configurable message buffers, and hardware security blocks: AESA, TRNG, and 80-bit unique ID with 40-bit MAC sub-address.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core | Arm® Cortex®-M0+, up to 48 MHz - enables real-time BLE stack execution and deterministic peripheral control. |
| Memory | 512 KB program flash + 64 KB SRAM + 8 KB FlexRAM - supports secure OTA firmware updates and EEPROM emulation without external storage. |
| Radio Sensitivity | –95 dBm @ BLE 1 Mbps; –99 dBm @ 250 kbps GFSK - ensures robust link budget in automotive cabin and body-area network environments. |
| Transmit Power | Programmable –30 dBm to +5 dBm - allows RF range tuning for proximity-based access control or long-range telemetry. |
| Power Consumption | 6.3 mA Rx / 5.7 mA Tx @ 0 dBm (DC-DC buck); 258 nA @ VLLS0 - enables multi-year battery life in coin-cell-powered key fobs. |
| Operating Range | 1.71 V to 3.6 V supply; –40 °C to +105 °C ambient - meets automotive under-hood and infotainment subsystem voltage/thermal requirements. |
| CAN Interface | FlexCAN with CAN FD up to 3.2 Mbps - enables high-bandwidth diagnostics and ECU bridging in modern vehicle networks. |
Pinout & Package
Package: 48-pin LQFN, 7×7 mm body, 0.5 mm pitch, wettable flank profile per orderable part marking "(F)M36A".
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD_0, VDD_1, VDDA | Analog & digital supply rails | 1.71–3.6 V input; VDDA powers ADC/VREF for precision analog sensing. |
| VDD_RF1, VDD_RF2, VDD_RF3 | RF section supply | 2.1–3.6 V input when DC-DC enabled; critical for stable transceiver performance. |
| RF_IN/OUT | Single-ended bidirectional RF port | Integrated balun eliminates external matching network; connects directly to antenna switch or filter. |
| XTAL32K | 32.768 kHz crystal oscillator input | Provides precise timing for BLE sleep clock and RTC; required for low-power connection supervision. |
| CAN_H / CAN_L | FlexCAN differential bus interface | Direct connection to automotive CAN FD physical layer transceiver; supports 3.2 Mbps data rate. |
| LPUART0_TX / LPUART0_RX | Low-power UART channel 0 | Supports LIN-compliant break detection and idle-line wake-up - essential for battery-sensitive gateway modules. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| AEC Q100 Grade 2 qualification | Validated for automotive use across –40 °C to +105 °C; enables deployment in door modules, seat controllers, and keyless entry ECUs. |
| Hardware AES-128 + TRNG | Enables BLE Secure Connections pairing and encrypted OTA firmware updates without CPU overhead or software RNG vulnerabilities. |
| Dual LPUART with LIN support | Allows concurrent BLE communication and legacy LIN diagnostics - simplifies integration into existing vehicle diagnostic architectures. |
| On-chip DC-DC converter | Reduces peak current draw by >40% vs linear regulation; extends coin-cell lifetime beyond 5 years in digital key applications. |
| 8 KB FlexRAM with EEPROM emulation | Eliminates need for external serial EEPROM; stores cryptographic keys, calibration data, and usage counters with wear-leveling. |
Applications
| Digital Key FOB | Automotive Gateway Module |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Smartphone-based vehicle unlock/start using BLE proximity detection and encrypted challenge-response handshake. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Standalone secure BLE SoC handling radio protocol stack, cryptographic operations, and low-power state management. Use Value: Eliminates mechanical key duplication risk; enables over-the-air permission revocation and temporary access grants via cloud API. | Use Scenario: Wireless bridge between BLE-enabled sensors (tire pressure, cabin air quality) and vehicle CAN FD network. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Protocol translator with dual-role connectivity: BLE host for sensors, CAN FD node for ECU communication. Use Value: Reduces wiring harness complexity; supports real-time sensor fusion without adding latency to safety-critical CAN traffic. |
| Wireless Battery Management Sensor | Medical Body Area Network Node |
Use Scenario: Monitoring 12V starter battery voltage, temperature, and charge state in parked vehicles with periodic BLE reporting. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Ultra-low-power sensor hub with 16-bit ADC, RTC-triggered wake-up, and BLE advertising interval control. Use Value: Achieves >3-year operation on CR2032; leverages VLLS0 mode and DC-DC buck to minimize quiescent current during deep sleep. | Use Scenario: Implantable or wearable medical device transmitting physiological data (ECG, SpO₂) via MBAN band (2.36–2.4 GHz) to bedside monitor. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Multi-standard radio SoC supporting both BLE 5.0 and MBAN-compliant FSK with programmable modulation index. Use Value: Single-chip solution compliant with FCC Part 95 Subpart E; avoids separate MBAN transceiver and reduces PCB area by 40%. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar wireless microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MKW36A512VFT4 | Same core, memory, and peripherals; differs only in package: 48-pin "wettable" HVQFN (7×7 mm) instead of LQFN. | Identical functionality but optimized for automated optical inspection (AOI) and solder joint reliability in high-volume automotive assembly. | Select MKW36A512VFT4 when AOI capability or IPC Class 3 solder joint validation is required. |
| MKW36A512VFP4 | Same silicon; 40-pin "wettable" HVQFN (6×6 mm), reduced GPIO count (18 vs 25), no FlexCAN module. | Suitable for space-constrained BLE-only nodes where CAN FD integration is unnecessary. | Choose MKW36A512VFP4 for cost-sensitive, non-automotive BLE sensor endpoints without CAN requirements. |
Compared with MKW36A512VHT4, MKW36A512VFT4 offers identical electrical and functional behavior in a wettable-flank package for enhanced process yield, while MKW36A512VFP4 trades CAN FD and GPIO count for smaller footprint and lower BOM cost - enabling tiered design reuse across automotive and industrial product lines.
Availability
MKW36A512VHT4 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive digital key systems, wireless gateway modules, and battery management sensors requiring stable component supply, AEC Q100 compliance, and long-term lifecycle support.
Supply support for MKW36A512VHT4 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 specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and IoT markets, with leadership in ARM-based microcontrollers and wireless SoCs.
The MKW36A512VHT4 belongs to NXP's Kinetis W-series wireless MCU family, designed specifically for ultra-low-power, AEC Q100-compliant automotive BLE and multi-standard radio applications including digital key, telematics, and wireless sensor networks.
FAQ
What is the maximum Bluetooth LE connection count supported by MKW36A512VHT4?
MKW36A512VHT4 supports up to 8 simultaneous Bluetooth LE hardware connections in any master/slave combination, as specified in the official NXP MKW36A/35A/34A Data Sheet Rev. 9. This capability is implemented in hardware and does not require additional RAM or CPU overhead for connection management - making MKW36A512VHT4 suitable for multi-device gateways and automotive infotainment hubs.
Does MKW36A512VHT4 include CAN FD support, and what is the maximum baud rate?
Yes, MKW36A512VHT4 includes a fully integrated FlexCAN module with CAN FD support up to 3.2 Mbps baudrate, as confirmed in the Orderable Parts table and Feature Descriptions section of the NXP datasheet. This enables high-speed diagnostics and ECU-to-ECU messaging in modern vehicle architectures - a feature exclusive to the KW36A variant and not present in KW35A or KW34A derivatives.
What package type and dimensions does MKW36A512VHT4 use?
MKW36A512VHT4 uses a 48-pin LQFN package with 7×7 mm body size and 0.5 mm pitch, as explicitly stated in the Orderable Parts table under "Package" for row "(F)M36A". The "wettable flank" geometry is not applied to this variant - that feature appears only on VFT4 and VFP4 suffixes - confirming MKW36A512VHT4's LQFN construction per package drawing 98ASA00694D1.
Is MKW36A512VHT4 qualified for automotive applications, and what grade level applies?
Yes, MKW36A512VHT4 is AEC Q100 Grade 2 qualified, meaning it is certified for operation from –40 °C to +105 °C ambient temperature and has passed stress tests for automotive reliability. This qualification is explicitly listed in the Orderable Parts table under "Qualification" and referenced in Section 1 (Introduction) of the NXP datasheet - confirming its suitability for under-hood, door module, and body control unit deployments.
What security features are implemented in hardware on MKW36A512VHT4?
MKW36A512VHT4 implements AES-128 hardware acceleration (AESA), True Random Number Generation (TRNG), advanced flash security with execute-only sectors, 80-bit unique chip ID, and 40-bit unique MAC sub-address - all documented in Sections 2.6 and 6.5.5 of the NXP datasheet. These features enable BLE Secure Connections, encrypted OTA updates, and tamper-resistant key storage without software-based crypto libraries or external secure elements.
MKW36A512VHT4 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Series:
- Kinetis KW36A
- Package/Case:
- 64-VFLGA
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Type:
- TxRx + MCU
- RF Family/Standard:
- Bluetooth
- Protocol:
- Bluetooth v5.0
- Modulation:
- FSK, GFSK, MSK
- Frequency:
- 2.4GHz
- Data Rate (Max):
- 1Mbps
- Power - Output:
- 5dBm
- Sensitivity:
- -95dBm
- Memory Size:
- 265kB Flash, 64kB RAM
- Serial Interfaces:
- I2C, SPI, UART
- GPIO:
- -
- Voltage - Supply:
- 1.71V ~ 3.6V
- Current - Receiving:
- 6.3mA
- Current - Transmitting:
- 5.7mA
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 105°C (TA)
- Grade:
- Automotive
- Qualification:
- AEC-Q100
- Supplier Device Package:
- 64-VFLGA (7x7)
MKW36A512VHT4 FAQ
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of MKW36A512VHT4?
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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The MKW36A512VHT4 part is unused and in its original packaging.
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