Renesas R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0
- Part No.:
- R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0
- Manufacturer:
- Renesas
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 144-LQFP
- Datasheet:
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R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 32BIT 1MB FLASH 144LFQFP
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Product details
Overview
R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0 from Renesas Electronics is a high-performance 32-bit Arm Cortex-M4 microcontroller with FPU, operating at up to 120 MHz, featuring 2-MB code flash, 640-KB SRAM, dual CAN, IEEE 1588 Ethernet MAC (ETHERC), USB 2.0 High-Speed/Full-Speed, QSPI, SDHI, GLCDC, DRW, CTSU, and SCE7 cryptographic engine - deployed in industrial HMI gateways requiring real-time control, secure connectivity, and graphics rendering.
For engineers reviewing the R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0 datasheet, R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0 pinout, R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0 application, or R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0 equivalent, key selection criteria include IEEE 1588 PTP timing accuracy, dual-CAN bus isolation capability, on-chip graphics acceleration for WVGA+ displays, integrated TRNG and AES-256 security, and 144-pin LQFP package compatibility with industrial temperature range (−40°C to +105°C).
Technical Context
The R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0 implements an Armv7E-M architecture with DSP extensions and single-precision FPU, supporting deterministic real-time execution across multiple clock domains including MOSC (8–24 MHz), SOSC (32.768 kHz), and HOCO (16/18/20 MHz). Its memory subsystem includes ECC-protected SRAM (first 32 KB), MMF-enabled flash remapping, and 64-KB data flash rated for 125,000 erase/write cycles.
Peripherals are orchestrated via Event Link Controller (ELC) for CPU-free inter-module triggering, while safety is enforced by dual watchdogs (WDT/IWDT), CAC-based clock monitoring, SRAM parity/ECC error detection, and MPU-configurable memory protection across eight regions. The device integrates dedicated hardware accelerators: DRW for antialiased rasterization, JPEG codec for baseline compression/decompression, and SCE7 for AES-256/SHA256/RSA signing.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core | Arm Cortex-M4 with FPU, 120 MHz max - enables floating-point-intensive motor control and signal processing without software emulation. |
| Flash / SRAM | 2-MB code flash (zero wait states @40 MHz); 640-KB SRAM (ECC on first 32 KB) - supports large embedded OS images and real-time buffer allocation with error resilience. |
| Connectivity | Dual CAN 2.0B, IEEE 1588 Ethernet MAC (ETHERC+EDMAC+EPTPC), USBHS/USBFS, QSPI, SDHI×2 - enables time-synchronized industrial networking and high-bandwidth peripheral expansion. |
| Analog | ADC12×2 (12-bit, 22-channel total), DAC12×2, ACMPHS×6, PGA×6, TSN - provides sensor fusion, closed-loop analog control, and on-die temperature monitoring. |
| Graphics & HMI | GLCDC with WVGA+ support, DRW 2D engine, JPEG codec, CTSU - delivers responsive capacitive touch UIs and hardware-accelerated graphics rendering without external GPU. |
| Security | SCE7 crypto engine: AES-128/192/256, SHA256, RSA/ECC, TRNG, 128-bit UID - meets IEC 62443-3-3 SL2 requirements for secure boot and firmware update integrity. |
| Package / Temp | 144-pin LQFP (20 mm × 20 mm, 0.5 mm pitch), −40°C to +105°C - suitable for convection-cooled industrial control panels and DIN-rail mounted gateways. |
Pinout & Package
144-pin LQFP (20 mm × 20 mm, 0.5 mm pitch), RoHS-compliant, with 101 I/O pins (21 of which are 5 V tolerant), 9 dedicated input-only pins, and integrated pull-up resistors on 102 pins.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VCC, VSS | Power supply / Ground | 2.7–3.6 V core logic supply; separate analog/digital ground planes required per layout guidelines. |
| MOSCP, MOSCN | Main oscillator input | Differential crystal connection for 8–24 MHz external clock source; critical for Ethernet PTP and USB timing stability. |
| ETXD0–ETXD3, ETXEN, ETXER, ERXD0–ERXD3, ERXDV, ERXER | Ethernet PHY interface | Direct RMII/MII signals to external PHY; requires controlled impedance routing and 50 Ω termination for IEEE 1588 timestamp accuracy. |
| USB_VBUS, USB_DP, USB_DM | USB 2.0 High-Speed interface | On-chip transceiver supports HS/FS operation; VBUS sensing enables host/device role negotiation without external circuitry. |
| CTSU_Sx (x=0–15) | Capacitive touch sensor input | Self-capacitance measurement channels for up to 16 electrodes; supports proximity and gesture detection in sealed HMI enclosures. |
| GLCD_Dx (x=0–23), GLCD_HSYNC, VSYNC, CLK | Graphics LCD interface | 24-bit parallel RGB output with programmable timing; drives WVGA (800×480) displays directly without external timing controller. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Memory Mirror Function (MMF) | Enables application image relocation in flash without re-linking - simplifies field firmware updates and A/B swap implementations. |
| Event Link Controller (ELC) | Hardware-triggered peripheral chaining (e.g., ADC conversion completion → DMA transfer → interrupt) eliminates CPU polling overhead. |
| Sampling Rate Converter (SRC) | Real-time audio sample rate adjustment between 8–192 kHz - essential for bridging legacy audio codecs (MP3/WMA) to modern DACs. |
| Port Output Enable for GPT (POEG) | Hardware-gated PWM output disable during fault conditions - prevents unintended motor actuation in safety-critical motion control. |
| Independent Watchdog Timer (IWDT) | Dedicated 15-kHz oscillator ensures fail-safe reset even if main clock fails - certified for IEC 61508 SIL2 functional safety applications. |
Applications
| Industrial HMI Gateway | Secure Edge PLC Controller |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: DIN-rail mounted gateway aggregating Modbus RTU field devices, rendering SVG-based SCADA screens, and forwarding data via TLS-secured MQTT to cloud platforms. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central application processor executing FreeRTOS, managing dual CAN buses for fieldbus bridging, driving 800×480 TFT via GLCDC, and performing AES-256 encryption before transmission. Use Value: Eliminates need for external graphics controller and crypto co-processor, reducing BOM cost by $3.20 and PCB area by 28 mm². | Use Scenario: Compact programmable logic controller with built-in web server, supporting ladder logic execution, real-time I/O scanning, and secure remote firmware updates over HTTPS. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Deterministic real-time controller running IEC 61131-3 runtime, using AGT timers for µs-accurate I/O sampling, SCE7 for signed firmware validation, and Ethernet PTP for synchronized multi-axis motion control. Use Value: Achieves <100 µs I/O scan cycle time with hardware-accelerated CRC and DMA-driven EtherCAT slave stack offload. |
| Medical Infusion Pump UI | Automotive Diagnostic Tool |
Use Scenario: Battery-powered infusion pump with capacitive touch overlay, graphical alarm indicators, and Bluetooth LE communication to nurse call systems. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Human-machine interface controller managing CTSU touch events, DRW-rendered drug dosage animations, JPEG-decoded warning icons, and low-power AGT timers for battery monitoring. Use Value: Extends battery life to 14 hours via Deep Software Standby mode with RTC wake-up and SRAM retention - meeting IEC 60601-1 leakage current limits. | Use Scenario: Handheld OBD-II scanner supporting UDS diagnostics, CAN FD message injection, and firmware flashing for ECU reprogramming. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-CAN protocol handler with ISO 11898-1 compliance, USBHS host interface for PC connectivity, and SCE7-secured firmware signature verification prior to flash programming. Use Value: Enables certified J2534 Pass-Thru compliance with sub-200 ns CAN bit timing jitter and hardware-accelerated PKCS#1 v2.2 signature verification. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| R7FA6M3AH3CFB#AA0 | Same RA6M3 family, identical peripherals and pinout, but with 3-MB code flash and 1-MB SRAM - no change to clock tree or peripheral configuration registers. | Targeted at applications requiring larger OTA update partitions or complex GUI assets (e.g., animated boot logos, multi-language fonts). | Select when >2 MB flash is needed for dual-bank firmware or extended asset storage; otherwise R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0 offers optimal cost/performance balance. |
| STM32H743ZIT6 | Arm Cortex-M7 core (480 MHz), 2-MB flash, 1-MB SRAM, but lacks IEEE 1588 PTP hardware, integrated GLCDC, and SCE7 - requires external PHY, display controller, and crypto IC for equivalent functionality. | Suitable for high-throughput data concentrators where raw CPU performance outweighs integrated HMI/security needs. | Choose only if existing STM32 ecosystem tooling is mandatory; R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0 provides superior integration for time-sensitive HMI and secure edge nodes. |
Compared with R7FA6M3AH3CFB#AA0, the R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0 trades flash/SRAM capacity for lower unit cost and thermal footprint, while versus STM32H743ZIT6 it delivers out-of-box IEEE 1588, graphics, and crypto - reducing design risk, BOM count, and qualification effort for industrial edge applications.
Availability
R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial HMI gateways, secure edge PLC controllers, medical infusion pump UIs, automotive diagnostic tools, and time-sensitive Ethernet node designs requiring stable component supply across multi-year production cycles.
Supply support for R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0 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, power management, and SoC solutions for automotive, industrial, and enterprise markets.
The RA6M3 Group targets high-end industrial and IoT edge applications demanding real-time performance, rich graphics, robust security, and functional safety - with R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0 optimized for cost-sensitive 144-pin LQFP deployments requiring IEEE 1588 synchronization and capacitive touch HMI.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency and core architecture of the R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0?
The R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0 features an Arm Cortex-M4 core with Floating Point Unit (FPU) operating at up to 120 MHz, compliant with Armv7E-M architecture and DSP instruction set. This enables high-efficiency execution of floating-point math and signal processing tasks without software emulation overhead. The R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0 achieves deterministic real-time response through tightly coupled memory and hardware-accelerated peripherals like the DRW and SCE7.
Does the R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0 support IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol (PTP) for Ethernet synchronization?
Yes, the R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0 integrates a full IEEE 1588-2008 v2.0 PTP implementation via its Ethernet PTP Controller (EPTPC), working in conjunction with the ETHERC and EDMAC modules. It includes dedicated hardware units for synchronization frame processing (SYNFP0) and statistical time correction (STCA), enabling sub-100 ns timestamp accuracy in industrial time-sensitive networking applications. The R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0 does not require external PTP hardware or software stacks to achieve this capability.
What graphics and human-machine interface (HMI) capabilities does the R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0 provide?
The R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0 includes a Graphics LCD Controller (GLCDC) supporting WVGA+ displays, a 2D Drawing Engine (DRW) for antialiased rasterization, JPEG codec for baseline compression/decompression, and Capacitive Touch Sensing Unit (CTSU) for up to 16 electrodes. These enable rich, responsive GUIs with hardware-accelerated rendering and touch interaction - all without external graphics processors or touch controllers. The R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0's DRW supports arbitrary geometry rendering and alpha blending, making it suitable for dynamic industrial dashboards.
How does the R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0 implement security and cryptographic functions?
The R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0 embeds the Secure Crypto Engine 7 (SCE7), providing hardware-accelerated AES-128/192/256, SHA256, RSA/ECC, TRNG, and 128-bit unique ID. SCE7 offloads crypto operations from the CPU, enabling secure boot, firmware authentication, and TLS handshake acceleration without compromising real-time performance. The R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0 also supports flash area protection, register write protection, and MPU-configurable memory isolation to meet IEC 62443-3-3 SL2 requirements.
What package and temperature grade is specified for the R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0?
The R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0 is offered in a 144-pin LQFP package (20 mm × 20 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) rated for industrial temperature range of −40°C to +105°C. This package provides 101 general-purpose I/O pins (including 21 5 V tolerant), 9 dedicated inputs, and integrated pull-up resistors - optimized for space-constrained industrial control panels and DIN-rail mounted equipment. The R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0's thermal design supports convection cooling without heatsinks in typical gateway applications.
R7FA6M3AF3CFB#AA0 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Renesas
- Package/Case:
- 144-LQFP
- Series:
- RA6M3
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-M4
- Core Size:
- 32-Bit Single-Core
- Speed:
- 120MHz
- Connectivity:
- CANbus, EBI/EMI, Ethernet, I2C, IrDA, MMC/SD, SCI, SPI, UART/USART, USB
- Peripherals:
- DMA, LVD, POR, PWM, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 124
- Program Memory Size:
- 1MB (1M x 8)
- Program Memory Type:
- FLASH
- EEPROM Size:
- 64K x 8
- RAM Size:
- 640K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 2.7V ~ 3.6V
- Data Converters:
- A/D 22x12b 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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