Renesas R7F7010183AFP-C#KA4

Overview

R7F7010183AFP-C#KA4 from Renesas Electronics is a 32-bit RH850/F1KH-D8 automotive microcontroller with 1.5 MB flash, 192 KB RAM, and integrated CAN FD, LIN, and Ethernet AVB interfaces. It operates at up to 160 MHz, supports ASIL-B functional safety per ISO 26262, and targets body control modules and gateway ECUs in passenger vehicles.

For engineers reviewing the R7F7010183AFP-C#KA4 datasheet, R7F7010183AFP-C#KA4 pinout, R7F7010183AFP-C#KA4 application, or R7F7010183AFP-C#KA4 equivalent, key selection criteria include its dual-core lockstep capability, hardware security module (HSM) with AES-128/SHA-256, 12-bit ADC with 48 channels, and qualification per AEC-Q100 Grade 1 (-40°C to +125°C).

Technical Context

The R7F7010183AFP-C#KA4 implements a dual-core RH850 G3K CPU architecture with lockstep execution for fault detection, coupled with a dedicated safety monitor core. It integrates a 12-channel PWM unit with dead-time insertion, a 48-channel 12-bit SAR ADC with simultaneous sampling, and a 4-channel 32-bit timer array supporting input capture, output compare, and quadrature encoder functions.

Its communication subsystem includes two CAN FD controllers (ISO 11898-1:2015 compliant), one LIN controller (LIN 2.2A/J2602), one 100BASE-T1 Ethernet AVB interface with time-aware shaper, and four SPI/I2C/UART configurable serial interfaces. Memory protection is enforced via MPU with 16 regions and ECC on both flash and SRAM.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

This device is housed in a 176-pin LQFP package (24 mm × 24 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) with exposed thermal pad for enhanced heat dissipation in automotive environments.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar automotive microcontroller applications.

Compared with R7F7010283AFP-C#KA4, the R7F7010183AFP-C#KA4 offers optimal cost/performance balance for mid-tier gateways; versus SPC58EC80E5, it delivers native Ethernet AVB offload, lower active power, and tighter ASIL-B certification evidence package.

Availability

R7F7010183AFP-C#KA4 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive body electronics, vehicle networking gateways, and advanced lighting control systems requiring stable component supply and long-term lifecycle assurance.

Supply support for R7F7010183AFP-C#KA4 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 RH850/F1KH product line was designed specifically for ASIL-B automotive body and gateway applications, emphasizing functional safety, network integration, and thermal robustness in harsh environments.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating temperature rating for the R7F7010183AFP-C#KA4?

The R7F7010183AFP-C#KA4 is qualified per AEC-Q100 Grade 1 with an ambient operating temperature range of -40°C to +125°C. This rating applies to the full 176-pin LQFP package and is validated across all functional blocks including CPU, flash, ADC, and communication peripherals. The R7F7010183AFP-C#KA4 maintains specified timing and electrical parameters within this range when mounted on a 4-layer PCB with recommended copper pour and thermal vias.

Does the R7F7010183AFP-C#KA4 support CAN FD with ISO 11898-1:2015 compliance?

Yes, the R7F7010183AFP-C#KA4 integrates two fully compliant CAN FD controllers meeting ISO 11898-1:2015 requirements, including bit-rate switching, CRC-17/21 calculation, and automatic retransmission. Each controller supports data rates up to 5 Mbps and payloads up to 64 bytes. The R7F7010183AFP-C#KA4 also provides hardware timestamping with 1 ns resolution for synchronization across multiple CAN FD networks.

What safety certifications does the R7F7010183AFP-C#KA4 hold for automotive use?

The R7F7010183AFP-C#KA4 is certified to ISO 26262 ASIL-B at the component level, with documentation package including FMEDA, safety manual, and diagnostic coverage reports. It achieves >90% single-point fault coverage and >60% latent fault coverage per ISO 26262-5 Annex D. The R7F7010183AFP-C#KA4 also complies with AEC-Q100 Grade 1 stress testing and supports lockstep CPU operation with error-signaling interrupt generation.

Can the R7F7010183AFP-C#KA4 execute secure boot from internal flash?

Yes, the R7F7010183AFP-C#KA4 implements secure boot using its integrated Hardware Security Module (HSM), which verifies digital signatures of boot images stored in internal flash using ECDSA-P256. The R7F7010183AFP-C#KA4 enforces chain-of-trust by validating each stage before execution and prevents rollback attacks via monotonic counters stored in protected non-volatile memory.

What development tools are officially supported for the R7F7010183AFP-C#KA4?

Renesas provides official support for the R7F7010183AFP-C#KA4 through CS+ IDE with RH850 compiler, e2 studio with GCC-RH850 toolchain, and the Renesas Flash Programmer. Debugging is enabled via JTAG/SWD using E2 emulator Lite or E2 emulator Pro. The R7F7010183AFP-C#KA4 is also compatible with AUTOSAR 4.3 MCAL drivers and Vector DaVinci Configurator.