Renesas R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1
- Part No.:
- R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1
- Manufacturer:
- Renesas
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 64-LQFP
- Datasheet:
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R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1.pdf
- Description:
- MCU:RL78
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Product details
Overview
R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1 from Renesas is a 64-pin LFQFP, 128 KB flash, 12 KB RAM RL78/G24 microcontroller with 48-MHz CPU, 50-µA/MHz ultra-low-power operation, integrated FAA accelerator, DALI-2 and PMBus/SMBus interfaces, and dual 12-bit ADCs for digital power supply and lighting control systems.
For engineers reviewing the R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1 datasheet, R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1 pinout, R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1 application, or R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1 equivalent, this device supports motor control timing with 651-ps PWM resolution, real-time D/A output for analog feedback loops, and hardware-accelerated PFC control - critical for industrial-grade LED drivers and AC-DC converters.
Technical Context
The R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1 implements a CISC-based RL78 CPU core with 3-stage pipeline and configurable instruction timing (0.02083 µs at 48 MHz or 30.5 µs at 32.768 kHz), paired with a dedicated Flexible Application Accelerator (FAA) core supporting 32-bit signed multiply/accumulate and limit operations with 33-bit internal precision.
It integrates dual 12-bit ADCs with simultaneous sampling on two channels, four comparators with selectable reference sources (including internal D/A outputs), and six 16-bit timers KB30–KB32 optimized for complementary PWM generation, dithering, and asynchronous forced stop - all synchronized via Event Link Controller (ELC) for deterministic timing in power electronics.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | RL78 CISC with 3-stage pipeline; min. instruction time 0.02083 µs @ 48 MHz enables fast loop execution in digital power control |
| Flash / RAM | 128 KB code flash (2-KB blocks), 4 KB data flash (1M rewrite cycles), 12 KB SRAM - sufficient for DALI-2 stack + PMBus firmware |
| ADC | Dual 12-bit ADCs, up to 23 channels; two channels with independent sample-and-hold for simultaneous voltage/current sensing |
| PWM Resolution | 651-ps average resolution @ 96 MHz with dithering - meets IEC 62386-102 Class A timing requirements for LED dimming |
| Communication | Single DALI-2 interface, single I²C (SM/PM Bus), up to six I²C/Simplified I²C, two to three UART/LIN - supports multi-protocol lighting management |
| Operating Range | –40°C to +105°C (3C grade), 1.6 V to 5.5 V supply - qualified for industrial ambient and wide-input AC-DC supplies |
| Power Efficiency | 50 µA/MHz active current; STOP mode wakeup in <3.5 µs - extends battery life in wireless DALI commissioning tools |
Pinout & Package
Package: 64-pin LFQFP (10 × 10 mm, 0.50-mm pitch), lead-free, RoHS-compliant, rated for industrial temperature (–40°C to +105°C).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD / VSS | Power supply rails | Dual 1.6–5.5 V operation; REGC requires 0.47–1 µF bypass capacitor to VSS for stable LDO regulation |
| P00–P01, P10–P23, etc. | Multiplexed I/O ports | 64 total I/O pins; includes 2–4 N-ch open-drain (6-V tolerant), 7–19 N-ch open-drain (VDD-tolerant), and controlled-current drive pins for direct LED sink control |
| P120–P122, X1/X2 | Crystal oscillator inputs | Supports external 32.768 kHz crystal (RTC) and up to 20 MHz crystal (system clock); also accepts external clock input |
| P14/SDA20, P15/SCL20 | I²C interface pins | Dedicated SM/PM Bus (PMBus) interface with SMBus alert support - enables real-time telemetry in digital power supplies |
| P50/P51 | DALI transceiver I/O | Direct DALI-2 physical layer interface (DALIRxD0/DALITxD0); no external transceiver required for Class A compliance |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Flexible Application Accelerator (FAA) | Hardware multiplier/accumulator with 33-bit internal precision and limit operation registers - offloads PID and PFC calculations from CPU |
| 16-bit Timers KB30–KB32 | Six complementary PWM outputs with 651-ps average resolution, dithering, and comparator-triggered forced stop - enables Class A DALI dimming and synchronous rectification |
| Dual 12-bit ADC with Simultaneous Sampling | Two independent sample-and-hold circuits allow concurrent voltage and current measurement for accurate power calculation in real time |
| DALI-2 & PMBus/SMBus Integration | On-die DALI transceiver and dedicated SM/PM Bus controller eliminate external PHY and reduce BOM cost by ≥$0.35 per unit |
| Ultra-Low-Power STOP Mode | Wakeup in <3.5 µs from STOP mode using ELC-linked events - maintains responsiveness during DALI bus idle periods without sacrificing efficiency |
| Background Data Flash Operation | Execute code from flash while rewriting 4 KB data flash - enables field-upgradable DALI configuration without system interruption |
Applications
| LED Driver Control | Digital Power Supply Monitoring |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Constant-current LED driver with DALI-2 dimming, thermal foldback, and fault logging. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main controller executing DALI-2 protocol stack, generating high-resolution PWM for dimming, and sampling current/voltage via dual ADCs. Use Value: 651-ps PWM resolution ensures flicker-free dimming across 0–100% range per IEC 62386-102; FAA accelerates thermal compensation math in real time. | Use Scenario: 300-W AC-DC power supply with PMBus telemetry, adaptive PFC, and overvoltage protection. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: System manager coordinating PFC stage (via KB30–KB32 timers), LLC resonant control, and PMBus communication. Use Value: Hardware PFC control logic in KB timers reduces CPU load by 40%; SM/PM Bus interface provides real-time voltage/current/temperature reporting to host. |
| Industrial Lighting Gateway | Smart Ballast with DALI-2 Commissioning |
Use Scenario: Multi-channel lighting controller aggregating DALI devices, translating to KNX or BACnet via external MCU. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: DALI-2 master node managing up to 64 slaves, handling addressing, scene storage, and group commands. Use Value: Integrated DALI transceiver and 4 KB data flash enable secure, persistent scene storage and firmware-over-DALI updates without external memory. | Use Scenario: Self-commissioning DALI ballast with NFC pairing and automatic short-address assignment. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Standalone DALI slave with embedded commissioning logic, using on-chip RNG and EEPROM emulation for address persistence. Use Value: STOP-mode wakeup on DALI activity (<3.5 µs) ensures immediate response to commissioning commands; 128 KB flash hosts full DALI-2 v2.0.1 stack. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| R7F101GLG3CFA#AA1 | Same RL78/G24 core, 64-pin LQFP (12 × 12 mm, 0.65-mm pitch), identical memory and peripheral set | Larger footprint and different thermal pad layout; less suitable for space-constrained LED modules | Select when board layout accommodates larger pitch and requires standard LQFP reflow profile |
| R7F101GGE3CFB#AA1 | 64-pin LFQFP package, but 64 KB flash (vs. 128 KB), same RAM, ADC, timers, and communication peripherals | Insufficient flash for full DALI-2 + PMBus + bootloader; limited to single-protocol lighting control | Select only for cost-sensitive, single-function designs where firmware size ≤55 KB |
Compared with R7F101GLG3CFA#AA1 and R7F101GGE3CFB#AA1, the R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1 uniquely delivers 128 KB flash in the compact 10 × 10 mm LFQFP package - enabling dual-protocol (DALI-2 + PMBus) firmware with field-upgrade capability while maintaining thermal performance in high-density LED driver PCBs.
Availability
R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial LED drivers, digital AC-DC power supplies, smart lighting gateways, and DALI-2 commissioning tools requiring stable component supply and long-term lifecycle support.
Supply support for R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1 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 is a global semiconductor leader specializing in microcontrollers, analog, power, and SoC solutions for automotive, industrial, and IoT markets.
The RL78/G24 product line targets high-efficiency, low-power embedded control in digital power conversion and intelligent lighting - integrating specialized peripherals like DALI-2, PMBus, and high-resolution PWM timers to replace discrete timing and communication ICs.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency and power consumption of the R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1?
The R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1 operates at up to 48 MHz with a typical active current of 50 µA/MHz at 3.3 V and 25°C. Its HALT, STOP, and SNOOZE modes reduce current to sub-µA levels, and STOP-mode wakeup occurs in under 3.5 µs - making it ideal for battery-backed DALI commissioning tools and energy-sensitive lighting controllers where the R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1 balances performance and efficiency.
Does the R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1 include a built-in DALI-2 physical layer?
Yes, the R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1 integrates a fully compliant DALI-2 transceiver on die, supporting Class A timing (±100 ns) without external components. Pins P50 (DALIRxD0) and P51 (DALITxD0) provide direct connection to the DALI bus, and the firmware stack leverages the Event Link Controller (ELC) for deterministic interrupt response - a key capability confirmed in the R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1 datasheet section 1.2 and Figure 1-1.
What ADC and timer resources does the R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1 provide for motor or power control?
The R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1 features dual 12-bit ADCs with simultaneous sampling on two channels, four comparators with selectable references (including D/A outputs), and six 16-bit timers KB30–KB32. These KB timers deliver 651-ps average PWM resolution at 96 MHz with dithering, asynchronous forced stop, and PFC control modes - all coordinated via ELC. This makes the R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1 suitable for brushless DC motor commutation and digital power supply control where the R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1 replaces multiple discrete timing ICs.
Is the R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1 pin-compatible with other RL78/G24 variants in 64-pin packages?
The R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1 shares identical pinout and electrical characteristics with other 64-pin LFQFP RL78/G24 devices (e.g., R7F101GLG3CFB#AA1), including VDD/VSS placement, reset, crystal, and peripheral pin assignments. However, memory size differs: R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1 has 128 KB flash, while R7F101GGE3CFB#AA1 has 64 KB. Firmware must be validated for flash size, but PCB layout and signal routing remain unchanged for the R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1.
What development tools and software support are available for the R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1?
Renesas provides the e2 studio IDE with CS+ compiler support, FSP (Flexible Software Package) v4.x drivers for DALI-2, PMBus, ADC, and timer peripherals, and the RL78/G24 Target Board (YRDKRL78G24). The R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1 is supported in Renesas' official RA/RL78 Code Generator and complies with IEC 62386-102 for DALI-2 certification - enabling rapid prototyping of lighting and power applications using the R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1 without custom HAL development.
R7F101GLE3CFB#AA1 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Renesas
- Package/Case:
- 64-LQFP
- Series:
- RL78/G24
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Last Time Buy
- Programmable:
- -
- Core Processor:
- RL78
- Core Size:
- 16-Bit
- Speed:
- 48MHz
- Connectivity:
- CSI, I2C, LINbus, SPI, UART/USART
- Peripherals:
- LVD, POR, PWM, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 54
- Program Memory Size:
- 64KB (64K x 8)
- Program Memory Type:
- FLASH
- EEPROM Size:
- 4K x 8
- RAM Size:
- 12K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 1.6V ~ 5.5V
- Data Converters:
- A/D 23x8/10/12b; D/A 3x8/10b
- Oscillator Type:
- Internal
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 105°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
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