Renesas R5F12008MNS#10
- Part No.:
- R5F12008MNS#10
- Manufacturer:
- Renesas
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 8-WDFN Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
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R5F12008MNS#10.pdf
- Description:
- 16BIT MCU RL78/G15 8K 8WDFN -40
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Product details
Overview
R5F12008MNS#10 from Renesas Electronics is an 8 KB flash, 1 KB RAM RL78/G15 8-bit microcontroller in a 10-pin LSSOP package, operating from 2.4–5.5 V with −40°C to +125°C industrial temperature rating. It integrates an 8/10-bit ADC (4 channels), 8-channel 16-bit timer, UART, simplified I²C (2 channels), simplified SPI (2 channels), and on-chip debug - targeting compact embedded control in motor drives and sensor interfaces.
For engineers reviewing the R5F12008MNS#10 datasheet, R5F12008MNS#10 pinout, R5F12008MNS#10 application, or R5F12008MNS#10 equivalent, key selection criteria include its M-grade extended-temperature operation, 10-pin LSSOP footprint, 8 KB code flash with self-programming, integrated high-speed on-chip oscillator (±1.0% accuracy at −20°C to +85°C), and dual simplified I²C support for multi-sensor bus systems.
Technical Context
The R5F12008MNS#10 implements the RL78 CPU core with CISC architecture and 3-stage pipeline, enabling minimum instruction execution time of 0.0625 μs at 16 MHz. Its clock system combines selectable high-speed on-chip oscillator (1–16 MHz), low-speed on-chip oscillator (15 kHz), and external crystal input (X1/X2) for flexible timing control in power-sensitive applications.
Peripheral integration includes SAU0 serial array unit supporting UART, CSI (simplified SPI), and simplified I²C across two channels, plus TAU0 timer array unit delivering up to 8 independent 16-bit timer channels with PWM capability. The device supports background data flash rewriting only during code flash idle periods - no BGO - and uses a dedicated 12-bit interval timer for precise periodic wake-up from STOP mode.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core Architecture | RL78 8-bit CISC with 3-stage pipeline; enables deterministic real-time response in cost-sensitive control loops. |
| Flash Memory | 8 KB code flash (1 KB block size); supports in-system programming without boot swap, suitable for field firmware updates. |
| Data Flash | 1 KB data flash (512 B blocks, 32-bit rewrite unit); rated for 1,000,000 rewrites at full VDD range (2.4–5.5 V). |
| ADC Resolution | 8/10-bit SAR ADC with 4 analog inputs; internal 0.815 V reference enables accurate voltage monitoring without external components. |
| Operating Temperature | −40°C to +125°C (M-grade); qualified for under-hood automotive sensors and industrial motor controllers. |
| Oscillator Accuracy | ±1.0% (−20°C to +85°C), ±1.5% (−40°C to −20°C and +85°C to +125°C); eliminates need for external crystal in many timing-critical but non-precision applications. |
| I/O Count | 8 programmable CMOS I/O pins with N-ch open-drain option, internal pull-up, and 8 external interrupt sources; fits space-constrained PCB layouts. |
Pinout & Package
Package: 10-pin LSSOP (4.4 × 3.6 mm, 0.65-mm pitch), lead-free, RoHS-compliant, surface-mount.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| P40 | Tool interface / interrupt / timer I/O | Primary debug I/O (TOOL0) and INTP2 interrupt source; supports TI01/TO01 timer functions for encoder input or PWM output. |
| P125 | Reset / system control | Active-low RESET pin with selectable POR thresholds (2.25/2.68/3.02/4.45 V); enables robust brown-out recovery in noisy environments. |
| P137 | Interrupt / timer input | INTP0 interrupt input and TI00 timer input; used for emergency stop detection or external event capture. |
| VSS | Ground reference | Dedicated analog/digital ground pin; must be connected to low-impedance PCB ground plane to ensure ADC and comparator accuracy. |
| VDD | Power supply | Single 2.4–5.5 V supply; powers all digital and analog peripherals; decoupling capacitor required within 1 cm. |
| P00 | UART TX / serial I/O | TOOLTxD and TxD0 output; provides asynchronous communication with host MCU or PC via TTL-level UART interface. |
| P01 | UART RX / ADC / serial I/O | TOOLRxD, ANI0, RxD0, SDA00, SDAA0; enables debug communication, analog sensing, and I²C slave/master operation on same pin. |
| P02 | ADC / buzzer / timer I/O | ANI1, VCOUT0, PCLBUZ0, TI01/TO01; supports analog input, comparator output, programmable buzzer tone generation, and PWM output. |
| P03 | ADC / comparator / serial I/O | ANI2, IVCMP0, TO00, SCLA0; allows analog sensor interface, comparator reference selection, and simplified I²C clock output. |
| P04 | ADC / timer I/O / serial I/O | ANI3, IVREF0, TI01/TO01, SCK00/SCL00; provides second analog channel, internal reference input, and simplified SPI/I²C clock signal routing. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Low-power HALT/STOP modes | Reduces current draw to sub-μA levels; enables battery-powered operation for >1 year in sensor nodes with periodic wake-up. |
| On-chip debug (OCDS) | Eliminates need for external JTAG emulator; supports full-speed debugging and flash programming via TOOL0/TOOLRxD/TOOLTxD pins. |
| Dual simplified I²C channels | Allows concurrent connection to two separate I²C sensor buses (e.g., temperature + humidity) without software bit-banging overhead. |
| Programmable clock/buzzer output (PCLBUZ0) | Generates precise audio tones (up to 10 MHz) or clock signals for external logic using hardware timer - no CPU intervention required. |
| Selectable power-on reset (SPOR) | Four voltage thresholds (2.25–4.45 V) let designers match reset behavior to specific power supply ramp characteristics and noise margins. |
Applications
| Motor Control Interface | Sensor Signal Conditioning |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Compact BLDC fan controller in HVAC systems requiring thermal protection and speed regulation. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main system controller executing commutation logic, reading hall-effect sensors via P02/P03, and driving gate drivers via PWM outputs on P00/P04. Use Value: Integrated 8-channel 16-bit timer enables simultaneous 3-phase PWM generation with dead-time insertion; 4-channel ADC monitors motor current and temperature. | Use Scenario: Industrial pressure transducer module with analog output and digital I²C diagnostics. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Analog front-end processor converting bridge output (ANI0–ANI3), performing linearization in flash-resident lookup tables, and reporting via dual simplified I²C. Use Value: On-chip 0.815 V reference ensures stable ADC measurements across −40°C to +125°C; M-grade temp rating matches sensor housing requirements. |
| Smart Power Outlet | Appliance User Interface |
Use Scenario: Energy-monitoring outlet with relay control, current sensing, and Wi-Fi co-processor interface. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: System manager handling zero-cross detection (P137), current ADC sampling (P01–P04), relay drive (P40), and UART communication with ESP32. Use Value: 8 KB flash stores energy calculation algorithms and safety firmware; HALT mode extends standby battery life during mains loss. | Use Scenario: Microwave oven control panel with touch keys, buzzer feedback, and display driver interface. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: HMI coordinator reading capacitive touch inputs (P00–P04), generating audible alerts via PCLBUZ0, and updating segment LCD via GPIO toggling. Use Value: Programmable buzzer output delivers variable-frequency tones without CPU load; 10-pin LSSOP fits narrow bezel PCBs. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| R5F12018MSP#10 | Same RL78/G15 core, identical 8 KB flash and 1 KB RAM, but in 16-pin SSOP package with 7 ADC channels and 14 I/O pins. | Supports more complex analog front-ends and additional GPIO for expanded peripheral control. | Select when needing ≥7 analog inputs or >8 I/O lines; requires PCB layout change due to larger package. |
| R5F12007MNS#10 | Pin-compatible 10-pin LSSOP variant with 4 KB code flash, same 1 KB RAM, identical peripherals and temperature rating. | Lower memory capacity suits simpler firmware (e.g., basic timer-based control without data logging). | Choose for cost-sensitive designs where 4 KB flash suffices; drop-in replacement with no layout or firmware changes. |
Compared with R5F12008MNS#10, R5F12018MSP#10 offers greater I/O and analog resources at the cost of board space, while R5F12007MNS#10 provides identical form factor and functionality at reduced memory - enabling scalable product families with shared hardware design.
Availability
R5F12008MNS#10 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for motor control interfaces, sensor signal conditioning, smart power outlets, and appliance user interfaces requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges.
Supply support for R5F12008MNS#10 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
Renesas Electronics Corporation is a Japanese semiconductor manufacturer specializing in microcontrollers, analog, and power devices for automotive, industrial, and IoT markets.
The RL78/G15 product line delivers ultra-low-power 8-bit MCUs optimized for cost-sensitive, space-constrained embedded control applications - emphasizing fast wake-up, integrated analog peripherals, and extended temperature operation.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the R5F12008MNS#10 high-speed on-chip oscillator?
The R5F12008MNS#10 high-speed on-chip oscillator supports frequencies from 1 MHz to 16 MHz, selectable via option byte bits 0–2. At 16 MHz operation, the minimum instruction execution time is 0.0625 μs. Frequency accuracy is ±1.0% over −20°C to +85°C ambient, making it suitable for timing-critical but non-precision applications without external crystals.
Does the R5F12008MNS#10 support background data flash rewriting while executing code from flash?
No, the R5F12008MNS#10 does not support background operation (BGO) for data flash rewriting. Instructions cannot be executed from code flash memory while data flash is being rewritten. Code flash execution must be suspended during data flash write/erase cycles, requiring careful state management in firmware to avoid system lockup.
How many analog input channels does the R5F12008MNS#10 support, and what is their resolution?
The R5F12008MNS#10 supports 4 analog input channels (ANI0–ANI3) with configurable 8-bit or 10-bit resolution. It includes an internal 0.815 V reference voltage (TYP.) and supports external reference inputs (IVREF0), enabling accurate voltage measurement across its full −40°C to +125°C operating range without external precision references.
What debug interface does the R5F12008MNS#10 use, and how is it connected?
The R5F12008MNS#10 uses Renesas' on-chip debug support (OCDS) accessed via three dedicated pins: TOOL0 (P40), TOOLRxD (P01), and TOOLTxD (P00). This 3-wire interface enables full-speed debugging, flash programming, and real-time trace without external JTAG hardware - reducing BOM cost and board space in development and production test fixtures.
Is the R5F12008MNS#10 pin-compatible with other RL78/G15 variants in the same package?
Yes, the R5F12008MNS#10 is pin-compatible with R5F12018MSP#10 (16-pin SSOP) and R5F12007MNS#10 (10-pin LSSOP) within the same package family. Specifically, R5F12007MNS#10 shares identical pinout, electrical characteristics, and peripheral mapping - differing only in code flash size (4 KB vs. 8 KB) - enabling direct substitution in footprint-constrained designs.
R5F12008MNS#10 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Renesas
- Package/Case:
- 8-WDFN Exposed Pad
- Series:
- RL78/G15
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- -
- Core Processor:
- RL78
- Core Size:
- 16-Bit
- Speed:
- 16MHz
- Connectivity:
- CSI, I2C, SPI, UART/USART
- Peripherals:
- POR, PWM, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 5
- Program Memory Size:
- 8KB (8K x 8)
- Program Memory Type:
- FLASH
- EEPROM Size:
- 1K x 8
- RAM Size:
- 1K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 2.4V ~ 5.5V
- Data Converters:
- A/D 3x8/10b
- Oscillator Type:
- External
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
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