Renesas R5F56517FDFP#10

Overview

R5F56517FDFP#10 from Renesas is a 120-MHz 32-bit RXv2 core MCU with single-precision IEEE-754 FPU, 240 DMIPS performance, 1.5 MB on-chip code flash memory, 640 KB SRAM (256 KB main + 384 KB expansion), and integrated Ethernet MAC, CAN, SD host/slave, QSPI, and GLCDC for industrial HMI and connected control systems.

For engineers reviewing the R5F56517FDFP#10 datasheet, R5F56517FDFP#10 pinout, R5F56517FDFP#10 application, or R5F56517FDFP#10 equivalent, this device supports IEC60730-compliant safety functions, dual-bank flash for safe firmware updates, hardware AES-128/192/256 encryption, and real-time clock with battery backup - critical for secure, field-upgradable embedded controllers in factory automation and smart energy gateways.

Technical Context

The R5F56517FDFP#10 implements the RXv2 CPU core with Harvard architecture, 5-stage pipeline, and variable-length instructions enabling ultra-compact code density. It integrates a memory protection unit (MPU) supporting eight configurable regions and Trusted Memory (TM) to restrict instruction fetches from protected flash areas - essential for functional safety certification.

Its clock system combines external crystal oscillators (8–24 MHz), internal HOCO (16/18/20 MHz), LOCO (240 kHz), and PLL for flexible domain clocking: ICLK up to 120 MHz for CPU, PCLKA up to 120 MHz for Ethernet/DRW2D/GLCDC, and PCLKB up to 60 MHz for timers and ADC - enabling deterministic real-time execution across mixed-criticality peripherals.

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 microcontroller applications.

Compared with R5F56517FDFP#10, R5F5651EDFP#10 offers greater flash capacity without altering I/O or peripheral functionality, while R5F566TEADFP#30 trades networking and graphics capability for superior motor control timing - making R5F56517FDFP#10 the balanced choice for integrated HMI+connectivity designs.

Availability

R5F56517FDFP#10 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial HMI panels, smart energy gateways, factory automation controllers, and secure IoT edge nodes requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and traceable sourcing.

Supply support for R5F56517FDFP#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 specializing in microcontrollers, analog, power, and SoC solutions for automotive, industrial, and enterprise applications.

The RX65N Group, which includes R5F56517FDFP#10, was designed for high-integration industrial control and human-machine interface applications requiring real-time performance, functional safety compliance, and rich connectivity - especially where Ethernet, CAN, SD, and graphics coexist on a single chip.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency and CPU architecture of the R5F56517FDFP#10?

The R5F56517FDFP#10 operates at a maximum frequency of 120 MHz using the 32-bit RXv2 CPU core with Harvard architecture and a 5-stage pipeline. It delivers 240 DMIPS performance and includes single-precision IEEE-754 floating-point support, making it suitable for computationally intensive real-time tasks in industrial control and HMI applications. The R5F56517FDFP#10 also features variable-length instructions for compact code density.

Does the R5F56517FDFP#10 support functional safety standards like IEC60730?

Yes, the R5F56517FDFP#10 includes multiple hardware features for IEC60730 Class B compliance: oscillation-stop detection, independent watchdog timer (IWDT) with windowing, CRC calculator (CRCA) for 8-/32-bit data, self-diagnostic A/D converter, and register write protection. These capabilities enable robust self-test routines and fault detection - critical for certified industrial control equipment. The R5F56517FDFP#10 documentation explicitly lists these as "useful functions for IEC60730 compliance."

What communication interfaces are integrated into the R5F56517FDFP#10?

The R5F56517FDFP#10 integrates Ethernet MAC (10/100 Mbps), two CAN 2.0B channels (32 mailboxes each), three RSPI channels, one QSPI channel, three I2C interfaces (up to 1 Mbps), 13 SCI channels (asynchronous/synchronous/Smart Card/I2C/SPI modes), SD host/slave interfaces, and USB 2.0 FS host/function/OTG. This comprehensive set supports complex multi-protocol gateways and HMI systems without external bridge ICs. All interfaces are fully documented in the R5F56517FDFP#10 datasheet Rev.2.40.

What is the memory configuration of the R5F56517FDFP#10?

The R5F56517FDFP#10 includes 1.5 MB of on-chip code flash memory with dual-bank architecture for background programming, 32 KB of reprogrammable data flash (100,000 erase/write cycles), 640 KB of SRAM (256 KB main + 384 KB expansion), and 8 KB of standby RAM backed by VBATT. Flash access incurs zero wait states up to 50 MHz or on cache hit at 120 MHz. This memory layout supports large real-time OS images, graphics frame buffers, and secure firmware update partitions - all verified in the R5F56517FDFP#10 datasheet.

What package type and pin count does the R5F56517FDFP#10 use?

The R5F56517FDFP#10 uses a 176-pin LFBGA package (PLQP0176KB-A), measuring 24 × 24 mm with 0.5-mm pitch. It provides 136 general-purpose I/O pins with 5-V tolerance, open-drain capability, and programmable pull-up resistors. This package is shared across the RX65N Group and supports full peripheral mapping including Ethernet MII, CAN, SD, and GLCDC signals - confirmed in Table 1.2 of the R5F56517FDFP#10 datasheet Rev.2.40.