Renesas R5F56517EDFP#10

Overview

R5F56517EDFP#10 from Renesas is a 32-bit RXv2 microcontroller with 120 MHz max operating frequency, 240 DMIPS performance, single-precision IEEE-754 FPU, 2 MB on-chip code flash memory, and 640 KB SRAM. It integrates Ethernet MAC, dual CAN channels (ISO 11898-1), SD host/slave interfaces, QSPI, GLCDC, DRW2D, and hardware AES encryption - targeting industrial HMI, networked gateway, and secure edge node applications.

For engineers reviewing the R5F56517EDFP#10 datasheet, R5F56517EDFP#10 pinout, R5F56517EDFP#10 application, or R5F56517EDFP#10 equivalent, key selection considerations include its 176-pin LFBGA package (PLQP0176KB-A), dual-bank flash for safe firmware updates, 12-bit A/D (21-channel unit + 8-channel unit), 2-channel 12-bit D/A, and IEC60730-compliant safety features including CRC, IWDT, and register write protection.

Technical Context

The R5F56517EDFP#10 implements the RXv2 CPU core with Harvard architecture, 5-stage pipeline, and variable-length instructions enabling ultra-compact code density. It supports little-endian or big-endian data arrangement and includes two multiply-and-accumulate units plus a 32×32→64-bit hardware multiplier completing in one cycle.

Its clock system combines external crystal (8–24 MHz), internal PLL, and multiple on-chip oscillators (LOCO at 240 kHz, HOCO at 16/18/20 MHz, IWDT-dedicated 120 kHz) with independent clock domains: ICLK up to 120 MHz for CPU, PCLKA up to 120 MHz for high-speed peripherals (ETHERC, EDMAC, AES, GLCDC), and PCLKB up to 60 MHz for timers and ADCs.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: PLQP0176KB-A - 176-pin LFBGA, 24 × 24 mm, 0.5 mm pitch, RoHS-compliant, lead-free.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar 32-bit industrial MCU applications.

Compared with R5F5651EDFP#10, the R5F56517EDFP#10 provides double flash/SRAM capacity and full graphics acceleration, while R5F566TEBDFP#30 trades networking and display features for higher CPU speed and motor-control-specific peripherals - making each optimal for distinct subsystem roles.

Availability

R5F56517EDFP#10 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial HMI, smart gateway, and secure IoT endpoint applications requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and traceable sourcing.

Supply support for R5F56517EDFP#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 global semiconductor leader delivering trusted embedded solutions for automotive, industrial, infrastructure, and IoT markets.

The RX65N Group - including R5F56517EDFP#10 - was designed specifically for industrial human-machine interfaces and networked edge nodes requiring integrated graphics, real-time connectivity, and functional safety certification support.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency and CPU architecture of the R5F56517EDFP#10?

The R5F56517EDFP#10 operates at a maximum frequency of 120 MHz using the 32-bit RXv2 CPU core. This core features a Harvard architecture with a 5-stage pipeline, variable-length instructions, and support for single-precision IEEE-754 floating-point operations. Its 240 DMIPS performance enables deterministic real-time processing for industrial control and graphics rendering tasks - critical for applications relying on the R5F56517EDFP#10's integrated GLCDC and DRW2D engines.

Does the R5F56517EDFP#10 support secure boot and firmware authentication?

Yes, the R5F56517EDFP#10 supports secure boot through its Trusted Memory (TM) function, which restricts instruction fetch to protected code flash regions and prevents unauthorized firmware read-out. It also includes hardware AES-128/192/256 encryption, Trusted Secure IP (TSIP), and register write protection - all documented in the R01DS0276EJ0240 datasheet as part of its IEC60730 Class B compliance suite. These features ensure that only authenticated, unmodified firmware executes on the R5F56517EDFP#10.

What are the memory resources available on the R5F56517EDFP#10?

The R5F56517EDFP#10 integrates 2 MB of on-chip code flash memory with dual-bank architecture for background programming and safe bank-swapping, 640 KB of SRAM (256 KB main + 384 KB expansion), and 32 KB of reprogrammable data flash rated for 100,000 erase/write cycles. All SRAM operates at zero wait states up to 120 MHz. These resources directly support complex RTOS-based applications, large framebuffer storage for the GLCDC, and secure firmware update mechanisms required by modern industrial deployments of the R5F56517EDFP#10.

Which communication interfaces does the R5F56517EDFP#10 integrate?

The R5F56517EDFP#10 integrates Ethernet MAC (10/100 Mbps MII/RMII), dual CAN 2.0B channels (32 mailboxes each), USB 2.0 FS host/function/OTG, 3x RSPI, 3x I2C (up to 1 Mbps), 13x SCI (asynchronous, SPI/I2C emulation), QSPI, SD host/slave (SDHI/SDSI), and MMCIF. This comprehensive set eliminates the need for external bridge ICs in gateway and HMI applications - allowing direct interfacing with fieldbuses, memory cards, displays, and sensors while maintaining full functionality within the R5F56517EDFP#10's single-chip architecture.

What is the package type and pin count of the R5F56517EDFP#10?

The R5F56517EDFP#10 uses the PLQP0176KB-A package: a 176-pin low-profile fine-pitch ball grid array measuring 24 × 24 mm with 0.5 mm pitch. This LFBGA package supports 136 general-purpose I/O pins (including 19 with 5-V tolerance), dedicated power/ground balls, and optimized signal routing for high-speed interfaces like Ethernet and QSPI. The mechanical footprint and thermal characteristics of this package are fully specified in the R5F56517EDFP#10's official packaging documentation.