Renesas R7FA4M2AD3CNE#BA0
- Part No.:
- R7FA4M2AD3CNE#BA0
- Manufacturer:
- Renesas
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 48-WFQFN Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
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R7FA4M2AD3CNE#BA0.pdf
- Description:
- MCU RA4 ARM CM33 100MHZ 512K/128
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Product details
Overview
R7FA4M2AD3CNE#BA0 from Renesas is a 100 MHz Arm Cortex-M33 microcontroller with 512 KB code flash, 8 KB data flash, and 128 KB SRAM (with parity/ECC), integrated USB 2.0 Full-Speed, SDHI, QSPI, dual 12-bit DACs, 12-bit ADC (22-channel), CAN, and Secure Crypto Engine (AES/RSA/ECC/SHA256) for secure industrial HMI and connected edge node applications.
For engineers reviewing the R7FA4M2AD3CNE#BA0 datasheet, R7FA4M2AD3CNE#BA0 pinout, R7FA4M2AD3CNE#BA0 application, or R7FA4M2AD3CNE#BA0 equivalent, key selection criteria include its 48-pin QFN package, -40°C to +105°C operation, TrustZone-enabled security partitioning, 6-channel AGT timers, and CTSU-based capacitive touch support - all validated for real-time motor control, secure gateway, and battery-backed RTC designs.
Technical Context
The R7FA4M2AD3CNE#BA0 implements Armv8-M with TrustZone, enabling hardware-isolated secure/non-secure worlds; it supports up to three secure regions in code flash and three in SRAM, with dedicated secure MPU (8 regions) and non-secure MPU (8 regions). Its Secure Crypto Engine 9 accelerates AES-128/256, RSA-2048/4096, ECC-P256/P384, and SHA224/256 with tamper detection and 128-bit unique ID.
System-level integration includes Event Link Controller (ELC) for CPU-free peripheral chaining, Data Transfer Controller (DTC) and 8-channel DMAC for zero-CPU data movement, and dual clock domains (ICLK/SYSCLOCK) supporting dynamic voltage/frequency scaling across low-power modes including Deep Software Standby with VBATT-powered RTC and 1 KB standby SRAM.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core | Arm Cortex-M33 @ 100 MHz max - delivers deterministic real-time performance with TrustZone isolation and FPU/DSP extensions. |
| Memory | 512 KB code flash (background operation), 8 KB data flash (100k P/E cycles), 128 KB SRAM with parity/ECC - enables robust firmware updates and data logging without runtime interruption. |
| Analog | 12-bit ADC (22 channels, internal temp sensor), dual 12-bit DACs - supports closed-loop analog control and sensor signal conditioning in single-chip systems. |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0 FS (internal transceiver), CAN 2.0B (32 mailboxes), SDHI (4-bit), QSPI (serial ROM interface), 6× SCI, 2× I2C, SPI, SSIE - eliminates external PHYs for USB/CAN and enables high-speed external memory expansion. |
| Security | Secure Crypto Engine 9 + Arm TrustZone - provides hardware-accelerated crypto, secure key injection, lifecycle management, and tamper-resistant execution for certified IoT endpoints. |
| Timers & Control | 4× GPT32, 4× GPT16, 6× AGT, RTC with calendar mode, CTSU (12 electrodes) - enables BLDC motor control, precise timekeeping, and touch UI without external controllers. |
| Package & Environment | 48-pin QFN (7 mm × 7 mm, 0.5 mm pitch), -40°C to +105°C - supports compact industrial PCB layouts with extended thermal reliability. |
Pinout & Package
48-pin QFN package (PWQN0048KC-A), 7 mm × 7 mm, 0.5 mm pitch, exposed thermal pad, RoHS-compliant Sn termination.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VCC / VSS | Power supply / Ground | Dual power domains: VCC (2.7–3.6 V digital core), AVCC0/AVSS0 (analog supply), VCC_USB/VSS_USB (USB PHY); decoupling required per datasheet layout guidelines. |
| XTAL / EXTAL | Main clock oscillator interface | Supports 8–24 MHz crystal or external clock input for precise system timing; paired with PLL for 100 MHz core clock generation. |
| USB_DP / USB_DM | USB 2.0 Full-Speed differential pair | Integrated transceiver - no external PHY needed; supports device/host mode with 10-pipe endpoint buffer and VBUSEN/OVRCUR monitoring. |
| QIO0–QIO3 / QSPCLK / QSSL | Quad SPI bus signals | Direct interface to serial flash/FeRAM/EEPROM; enables XIP (execute-in-place) and fast firmware boot from external memory. |
| AN00–AN21 | Analog input channels | 22 configurable ADC inputs with selectable internal reference (VREFH0/VREFL0) and temperature sensor routing - supports multi-sensor acquisition in one scan. |
| DA0 / DA1 | DAC output pins | Two independent 12-bit voltage outputs (VREFH/VREFL referenced); usable for analog waveform generation or calibration signal injection. |
| TS0–TS11 | Capacitive touch sensing inputs | CTSU-driven electrode interface - supports up to 12 self-capacitance or mutual-capacitance touch buttons/sliders with noise immunity and auto-tuning. |
| P000–P505 | General-purpose I/O | 29 GPIOs with 5-V tolerance (4 pins), N-ch open-drain, pull-up resistors, and programmable drive strength - simplifies level-shifting and mixed-voltage interfacing. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Arm TrustZone + SCE9 Security | Hardware-enforced secure world with cryptographic acceleration (AES/RSA/ECC/SHA), tamper detection, and secure key storage - meets PSA Level 3 and IEC 62443 requirements. |
| USBFS + SDHI + QSPI Integration | Single-chip connectivity for USB device/host, SD card host, and quad-SPI flash - eliminates external controllers and reduces BOM cost in data loggers and gateways. |
| CTSU-Based Touch Interface | On-die capacitive touch sensing unit with 12 electrode support and built-in noise cancellation - enables robust, low-power HMI without external touch controller IC. |
| Battery-Backed RTC + VBATT | Realtime clock with calendar mode (2000–2099), leap-year correction, and 1 KB standby SRAM powered by VBATT - maintains time and state during main power loss. |
| Low-Power Timer Suite | 6× AGT timers (asynchronous, low-power wake-up sources) + ELC-triggered peripheral chaining - achieves sub-μA sleep current while maintaining responsive event handling. |
| Flexible Clock Architecture | Multiple on-chip oscillators (HOCO/MOCO/LOCO), PLL/PLL2, CAC accuracy measurement, and clock trim - enables precise timing without external crystals in cost-sensitive designs. |
Applications
| Industrial Motor Control | Secure Edge Gateway |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Brushless DC motor control in HVAC blowers or pump drives requiring field-oriented control (FOC) and safety monitoring. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main controller executing FOC algorithm, generating 3-phase PWM via GPT outputs (GTOUUP/GTOULO etc.), sampling current/voltage via ADC12, and managing CAN communication with host PLC. Use Value: Integrated GPT32 timers with Hall sensor inputs (GTIU/GTIV/GTIW) and 128 KB SRAM enable real-time FOC loop execution at 10 kHz; TrustZone isolates safety-critical firmware from user applications. |
Use Scenario: Industrial protocol gateway aggregating Modbus RTU (via SCI), CANopen (via CAN), and MQTT over USB/SDHI-connected cellular module. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Secure protocol translator with SCE9 encrypting outbound telemetry, USBFS acting as host for LTE modem, SDHI storing firmware updates, and RTC timestamping logs. Use Value: Hardware crypto acceleration reduces TLS handshake latency by >70% vs. software-only; 512 KB flash accommodates dual-bank OTA updates with background programming. |
| Capacitive Touch HMI | Battery-Powered Sensor Node |
|
Use Scenario: Appliance control panel with slider, buttons, and proximity wake-up in white goods operating at -40°C to +105°C ambient. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dedicated touch controller using CTSU, driving LED indicators via GPIO, and communicating status over I2C to main MCU or directly managing display backlight via PWM. Use Value: CTSU's auto-calibration and noise rejection maintain touch accuracy across temperature extremes; 48-pin QFN fits tight front-panel space constraints. |
Use Scenario: Wireless environmental sensor node with temperature/humidity/pressure sensing, local data logging, and periodic BLE/LoRa transmission. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary sensor aggregator: ADC12 reads analog sensors, TSN monitors die temperature, RTC triggers AGT wake-ups every 30 seconds, and SDHI stores 72 hours of buffered data. Use Value: VBATT-powered RTC and 1 KB standby SRAM retain time and critical state during main battery replacement; ultra-low-power AGT timers minimize active duty cycle. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar Arm Cortex-M33 microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| R7FA4M2AC3CNE#BA0 | 384 KB code flash, same 48-pin QFN package, identical peripherals and security features. | Lower firmware footprint requirement; suitable when application code size < 384 KB and cost optimization is priority. | Select when full 512 KB flash is unnecessary - retains pin compatibility, debug interface, and all timing/performance characteristics except flash capacity. |
| R7FA6M2AF3CFP#AA0 | 100 MHz Cortex-M33, 1 MB flash, 256 KB SRAM, 100-pin LQFP, adds Ethernet MAC and larger peripheral set. | Requires PCB redesign (100-pin vs. 48-pin), higher power budget, and targets networked industrial controllers rather than compact edge nodes. | Choose only if Ethernet connectivity, larger memory, or additional timers/ADC channels are mandatory - not a drop-in replacement due to package and pin count mismatch. |
Compared with R7FA4M2AD3CNE#BA0, the R7FA4M2AC3CNE#BA0 offers identical security, timing, and interface capabilities in the same compact QFN package but with reduced flash - ideal for cost-sensitive volume production where firmware size permits. The R7FA6M2AF3CFP#AA0 expands capability significantly but requires full hardware rework and is unsuitable for space-constrained deployments.
Availability
R7FA4M2AD3CNE#BA0 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor control, secure edge gateways, capacitive touch HMIs, and battery-backed sensor nodes requiring stable component supply across automotive-grade temperature ranges and long product lifecycles.
Supply support for R7FA4M2AD3CNE#BA0 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 industrial, automotive, and enterprise applications.
The RA4M2 group - including R7FA4M2AD3CNE#BA0 - is designed for secure, real-time edge devices demanding high integration, low power, and certified cryptography in compact form factors.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency and core architecture of the R7FA4M2AD3CNE#BA0?
The R7FA4M2AD3CNE#BA0 features an Arm Cortex-M33 core operating at up to 100 MHz, based on the Armv8-M architecture with TrustZone security extension. It includes a floating-point unit (FPU), digital signal processing (DSP) instructions, and dual SysTick timers (secure and non-secure instances) - all confirmed in the R01DS0367EJ0150 datasheet Rev. 1.50.
Does the R7FA4M2AD3CNE#BA0 support USB device and host functionality?
Yes, the R7FA4M2AD3CNE#BA0 integrates a USB 2.0 Full-Speed module (USBFS) that supports both device and host modes. It includes an internal transceiver, 10-pipe endpoint buffer, and supports low-speed transfers in host mode - all documented in Section 1.8 of the R01DS0367EJ0150 datasheet.
What analog peripherals are included in the R7FA4M2AD3CNE#BA0?
The R7FA4M2AD3CNE#BA0 includes a 12-bit successive approximation ADC (ADC12) with up to 22 input channels, two 12-bit DACs (DAC12), and an on-die temperature sensor (TSN) routed to the ADC - all verified in Table 1.9 and Figure 1.1 of the R01DS0367EJ0150 datasheet.
How does the Secure Crypto Engine 9 (SCE9) enhance security in the R7FA4M2AD3CNE#BA0?
The SCE9 in the R7FA4M2AD3CNE#BA0 provides hardware acceleration for AES-128/256, RSA-2048/4096, ECC-P256/P384, DSA, and SHA224/256, plus tamper detection, 128-bit unique ID, and secure key injection - enabling PSA Certified Level 3 and IEC 62443-3-3 compliance without software overhead.
What is the package type and pin count of the R7FA4M2AD3CNE#BA0?
The R7FA4M2AD3CNE#BA0 uses a 48-pin QFN package (PWQN0048KC-A), measuring 7 mm × 7 mm with 0.5 mm pitch and an exposed thermal pad - confirmed in Table 1.14 and Figure 1.2 of the R01DS0367EJ0150 datasheet.
R7FA4M2AD3CNE#BA0 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Renesas
- Package/Case:
- 48-WFQFN Exposed Pad
- Series:
- RA4M2
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- -
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-M33
- Core Size:
- 32-Bit
- Speed:
- 100MHz
- Connectivity:
- CANbus, I2C, QSPI, SCI, SPI, UART/USART, USB
- Peripherals:
- AES, DMA, LVD, POR, PWM, Temp Sensor, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 30
- Program Memory Size:
- 512KB (512K x 8)
- Program Memory Type:
- FLASH
- EEPROM Size:
- 8K x 8
- RAM Size:
- 128K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 2.7V ~ 3.6V
- Data Converters:
- A/D 7x12b SAR; D/A 2x12b
- Oscillator Type:
- Internal
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 105°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
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