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Renesas R7FA6M4AE3CFP#AA0
- Part No.:
- R7FA6M4AE3CFP#AA0
- Manufacturer:
- Renesas
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 100-LQFP
- Datasheet:
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R7FA6M4AE3CFP#AA0.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 32BIT 768KB FLSH 100LFQFP
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Product details
Overview
R7FA6M4AE3CFP#AA0 from Renesas is a high-performance 32-bit Arm Cortex-M33 microcontroller operating at up to 200 MHz, featuring 768 KB code flash, 8 KB data flash, and 256 KB SRAM with parity/ECC. It integrates Ethernet MAC, USB 2.0 Full-Speed, SDHI, QSPI/OSPI, dual CAN, and Secure Crypto Engine (SCE9) with TrustZone for secure IoT edge gateways and industrial HMI applications.
For engineers reviewing the R7FA6M4AE3CFP#AA0 datasheet, R7FA6M4AE3CFP#AA0 pinout, R7FA6M4AE3CFP#AA0 application, or R7FA6M4AE3CFP#AA0 equivalent, key selection considerations include its 100-pin LQFP package, -40°C to +105°C industrial temperature grade, dual-bank flash for robust OTA updates, hardware-accelerated AES/RSA/SHA256, and integrated CTSU for touch-enabled control panels.
Technical Context
The R7FA6M4AE3CFP#AA0 implements Armv8-M architecture with TrustZone security partitioning, enabling secure and non-secure execution environments with separate MPU regions (8 secure / 8 non-secure). Its dual-bank flash supports background programming and SWAP operations for zero-downtime firmware updates in field-deployed devices.
It combines high-speed connectivity (10× SCI, 2× I²C, 2× SPI, QSPI, OSPI, USBFS, CAN×2, ETHERC/EDMAC, SDHI) with advanced analog (dual 12-bit ADC @ 5 Msps interleaved, dual 12-bit DAC, TSN) and timing resources (GPT32×4, GPT16×6, AGT×6, RTC with VBATT support), all coordinated via ELC and DTC/DMAC for CPU-offload operation.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core | Arm Cortex-M33 @ 200 MHz with TrustZone and dual MPU (8 secure + 8 non-secure regions) |
| Memory | 768 KB dual-bank code flash (background/SWAP), 8 KB data flash (100k P/E cycles), 256 KB SRAM with parity/ECC |
| Package | 100-pin LQFP (14 mm × 14 mm, 0.5 mm pitch), 75 I/O pins, 14 5-V-tolerant inputs |
| Connectivity | Ethernet MAC (RMII), USB 2.0 FS (host/device), SDHI, QSPI/OSPI, CAN×2 (ISO 11898-1), SCI×10, I²C×2, SPI×2, SSIE |
| Analog | Dual 12-bit ADC (12+10 channels, 5 Msps interleaved), dual 12-bit DAC, on-die temperature sensor (TSN) |
| Security | Secure Crypto Engine 9 (AES/RSA/ECC/DSA/SHA224/SHA256/GHASH), 128-bit unique ID, tamper detection |
| Operating Range | 2.7–3.6 V supply, -40°C to +105°C ambient temperature |
Pinout & Package
100-pin LQFP (PLQP0100KB-B), 14 mm × 14 mm, 0.5 mm pitch, with 75 general-purpose I/O pins, 14 5-V-tolerant inputs, and dedicated signals for Ethernet RMII, USB DP/DM, CAN TX/RX, QSPI/OSPI, SDHI, and CTSU electrode connections.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VCC / VSS | Power / Ground | Primary 3.3 V supply and ground rails; decoupling required per datasheet layout guidelines |
| XTAL / EXTAL | Crystal Oscillator | Supports 8–24 MHz external crystal for main clock; enables precise timing for Ethernet/USB |
| MD | Mode Control | Configures single-chip or SCI/USB boot mode at reset; must remain stable during boot |
| RES | Reset Input | Active-low asynchronous reset; initiates full system initialization sequence |
| ETH_RMII_TXD0–1 / RXD0–1 / REF_CLK / CRS_DV | Ethernet Interface | Direct RMII physical layer interface; no external PHY required beyond magnetics |
| USB_DP / USB_DM | USB Transceiver | Integrated full-speed transceiver; requires only series resistors and ESD protection |
| CTX0 / CRX0 / CTX1 / CRX1 | CAN Transceivers | Four dedicated CAN signal pins supporting two independent ISO 11898-1 compliant buses |
| QSPI_IO0–3 / OSPI_IO0–7 | Memory Interfaces | Hardware-controlled quad/octal SPI for external flash/RAM; eliminates software bit-banging overhead |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dual-bank flash with SWAP | Enables atomic firmware updates without halting real-time operation or losing state |
| Secure Crypto Engine 9 | Offloads AES-128/256, RSA-2048, ECC-P256, SHA256, and GHASH to dedicated hardware |
| Event Link Controller (ELC) | Direct peripheral-to-peripheral triggering without CPU intervention-reduces latency and ISR load |
| Capacitive Touch Sensing Unit (CTSU) | Hardware-accelerated self-capacitance measurement supporting up to 20 electrodes with noise immunity |
| Realtime Clock with VBATT | Maintains calendar time and alarm functions during main power loss using backup battery supply |
Applications
| Industrial Gateway | Smart Building HMI |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Edge gateway aggregating Modbus RTU, CAN bus, and Ethernet traffic for cloud telemetry in factory automation. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central controller managing protocol translation, secure TLS tunneling, and local real-time logic execution. Use Value: Dual CAN + Ethernet + USB enable concurrent fieldbus and upstream connectivity; SCE9 accelerates TLS handshake and firmware signature verification. | Use Scenario: Wall-mounted HVAC control panel with capacitive touch UI, environmental sensing, and BACnet/IP networking. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Single-chip HMI processor handling touch input, sensor ADC reads, display refresh, and network stack. Use Value: Integrated CTSU eliminates external touch controller; SDHI supports local firmware update storage; RTC with VBATT maintains schedule across power outages. |
| Secure Metering Device | Medical Data Logger |
Use Scenario: UL-certified electricity meter with tamper detection, encrypted data logging, and remote firmware update capability. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Trusted execution environment for metrology algorithms, secure key storage, and cryptographic signing of usage records. Use Value: Tamper pins + SCE9 + TrustZone enforce secure boot and runtime integrity; data flash retains 100k+ metering logs with wear leveling. | Use Scenario: Portable patient monitor recording ECG, temperature, and SpO₂ with Bluetooth LE handoff and encrypted local storage. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Analog front-end controller with synchronized ADC sampling, low-power sleep scheduling, and secure data packaging. Use Value: Dual 12-bit ADCs sample multiple sensors simultaneously at 5 Msps; AGT timers manage ultra-low-power wake intervals; SCE9 encrypts stored health data. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| R7FA6M4AF3CFP#AA0 | 1 MB code flash (vs. 768 KB), same package, peripherals, and security features | Suitable where larger firmware image size or future feature expansion is required | Select when >768 KB flash headroom is needed for bootloader, crypto libraries, or application growth |
| R7FA6M5BH3CFP#AA0 | Same RA6M4 pinout and peripheral set, but adds AI acceleration (DRP-AI) and 1 MB flash | Targeted for edge inference tasks (e.g., anomaly detection in vibration monitoring) | Choose only if DRP-AI hardware acceleration is required; otherwise R7FA6M4AE3CFP#AA0 offers identical core functionality at lower cost |
Compared with R7FA6M4AF3CFP#AA0, this part trades 232 KB flash capacity for identical security, connectivity, and analog capabilities-ideal for cost-optimized industrial designs. Against R7FA6M5BH3CFP#AA0, it omits DRP-AI but delivers identical real-time control, communication, and secure boot performance without AI overhead.
Availability
R7FA6M4AE3CFP#AA0 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial gateways, smart building HMIs, secure metering devices, and medical data loggers requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for R7FA6M4AE3CFP#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 global semiconductor leader delivering trusted embedded solutions for automotive, industrial, infrastructure, and IoT markets.
The RA6M4 Group targets secure, connected, and high-performance industrial and IoT edge applications-designed to unify real-time control, rich connectivity, and hardware-enforced security in a single MCU platform.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency and core architecture of the R7FA6M4AE3CFP#AA0?
The R7FA6M4AE3CFP#AA0 features an Arm Cortex-M33 core running at a maximum frequency of 200 MHz. It implements the Armv8-M architecture with Security Extension (TrustZone), including dual Memory Protection Units (MPU_S and MPU_NS) and CoreSight ETM-M33 for debug and trace. This architecture enables secure partitioning between trusted and untrusted software domains while maintaining deterministic real-time performance critical for industrial control.
Does the R7FA6M4AE3CFP#AA0 support over-the-air (OTA) firmware updates?
Yes, the R7FA6M4AE3CFP#AA0 supports robust OTA updates via its dual-bank code flash memory. The background programming and SWAP operation allow one bank to execute while the other is being reprogrammed, enabling seamless, zero-downtime firmware upgrades. Combined with the Secure Crypto Engine 9 for signature verification and TrustZone isolation, this ensures authenticated, integrity-checked, and tamper-resistant field updates-essential for deployed industrial and medical devices.
What are the key security features integrated into the R7FA6M4AE3CFP#AA0?
The R7FA6M4AE3CFP#AA0 integrates Arm TrustZone for hardware-enforced secure/non-secure world separation, a Secure Crypto Engine 9 (SCE9) with AES-128/256, RSA-2048, ECC-P256, SHA224/SHA256, and GHASH acceleration, plus tamper detection pins and device lifecycle management. These features collectively provide secure boot, encrypted firmware storage, runtime attestation, and resistance to side-channel attacks-meeting requirements for IEC 62443 and Common Criteria EAL4+ evaluations in industrial systems.
Which communication interfaces does the R7FA6M4AE3CFP#AA0 support for industrial networking?
The R7FA6M4AE3CFP#AA0 supports multiple industrial networking interfaces: Ethernet MAC (RMII), dual CAN 2.0A/B controllers, USB 2.0 Full-Speed (host/device), SDHI for removable media, QSPI/OSPI for external flash/RAM, and 10× SCI channels configurable as UART, SPI, I²C, or Manchester. This combination enables direct integration into fieldbus gateways, PLC edge nodes, and IIoT edge devices without external bridge ICs-reducing BOM count and board space.
What is the operating temperature range and package type of the R7FA6M4AE3CFP#AA0?
The R7FA6M4AE3CFP#AA0 is qualified for industrial operation from -40°C to +105°C and is packaged in a 100-pin LQFP (PLQP0100KB-B) measuring 14 mm × 14 mm with 0.5 mm pitch. It provides 75 general-purpose I/O pins, 14 of which are 5-V tolerant, and supports standard PCB assembly processes-including reflow soldering per J-STD-020. This package balances pin density, thermal performance, and manufacturability for cost-sensitive industrial control applications.
R7FA6M4AE3CFP#AA0 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Renesas
- Package/Case:
- 100-LQFP
- Series:
- RA6M4
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-M33
- Core Size:
- 32-Bit Single-Core
- Speed:
- 200MHz
- Connectivity:
- CANbus, EBI/EMI, Ethernet, I2C, LINbus, QSPI, SCI, SPI, SSI, UART/USART, USB
- Peripherals:
- Capacitive Touch, Crypto - AES, DMA, LVD, POR, PWM, RSA, SHA, Temp Sensor, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 75
- Program Memory Size:
- 768KB (768K x 8)
- Program Memory Type:
- FLASH
- EEPROM Size:
- 8K x 8
- RAM Size:
- 256K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 2.7V ~ 3.6V
- Data Converters:
- A/D 20x12b; D/A 2x12b
- Oscillator Type:
- External, Internal
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 105°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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