Renesas R7FA6M5AH3CFP#AA0
- Part No.:
- R7FA6M5AH3CFP#AA0
- Manufacturer:
- Renesas
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 100-LQFP
- Datasheet:
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R7FA6M5AH3CFP#AA0.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 32BIT 2MB FLASH 100LFQFP
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Product details
Overview
R7FA6M5AH3CFP#AA0 from Renesas is a high-performance 32-bit Arm Cortex-M33 microcontroller operating at up to 200 MHz, featuring 2 MB dual-bank code flash with background/swap operation, 8 KB data flash, and 512 KB SRAM with parity/ECC. It integrates Ethernet MAC, USB 2.0 High-Speed, dual CAN FD, SDHI, QSPI/OSPI, and Secure Crypto Engine 9 with TrustZone for industrial gateway and secure edge node applications.
For engineers reviewing the R7FA6M5AH3CFP#AA0 datasheet, R7FA6M5AH3CFP#AA0 pinout, R7FA6M5AH3CFP#AA0 application, or R7FA6M5AH3CFP#AA0 equivalent, key selection considerations include its -40°C to +105°C temperature rating, 100-pin LQFP package, dual CAN FD support, hardware-accelerated cryptography (AES/RSA/ECC/SHA256), and integrated Ethernet MAC with RMII interface.
Technical Context
The R7FA6M5AH3CFP#AA0 implements Armv8-M with TrustZone security extension, enabling strict isolation between secure and non-secure firmware execution environments. Its memory subsystem includes dual-bank flash supporting live firmware updates without interruption and ECC-protected SRAM for functional safety compliance.
Connectivity is centered on deterministic real-time interfaces: two CAN FD controllers (16 TX/16 RX buffers each), Ethernet MAC with DMA coupling to EDMAC, USBHS/USBFS dual-role capability, and QSPI/OSPI for external XIP flash. The analog subsystem provides two 12-bit ADCs (5 Msps interleaved) and two 12-bit DACs with shared input channels and on-die temperature sensor.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | Arm Cortex-M33 @ 200 MHz with TrustZone, MPU_S/MPU_NS (8 regions each) |
| Memory | 2 MB dual-bank code flash (background/swap), 8 KB data flash (100k P/E cycles), 512 KB SRAM (parity/ECC) |
| Operating Temp | -40°C to +105°C - qualified for extended industrial and automotive under-hood applications |
| Package | 100-pin LQFP (14 mm × 14 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) - 75 I/O pins, 14 with 5-V tolerance |
| Security | Secure Crypto Engine 9 (AES-128/256, RSA-2048/4096, ECC, SHA256), tamper detection, lifecycle management |
| Connectivity | Dual CAN FD (ISO 11898-1), Ethernet MAC (RMII), USB 2.0 HS/FS, SDHI, QSPI/OSPI, SCI×10, I²C×3, SPI×2 |
| Analog | ADC12×2 (13/16 ch, 5 Msps interleaved), DAC12×2, TSN temperature sensor, CTSU capacitive touch unit |
Pinout & Package
100-pin LQFP (PLQP0100KB-B), 14 mm × 14 mm, 0.5 mm pitch, -40°C to +105°C operating range. Includes 75 general-purpose I/O pins, 14 with 5-V tolerance, N-ch open-drain outputs on all I/O, and dedicated pins for RMII Ethernet, USBHS/USBFS, CAN FD, QSPI/OSPI, and CTSU electrode routing.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VCC / VSS | Power supply / Ground | Dual power domains: core (1.1–1.3 V internal), I/O (2.7–3.6 V); decoupling required per datasheet layout guidelines |
| XTAL / EXTAL | Main clock oscillator interface | Supports 8–24 MHz crystal; enables precise timing for USBHS, Ethernet, and real-time control loops |
| MD / RES | Mode select / Reset input | Hardwired boot mode configuration; active-low asynchronous reset with glitch filtering |
| ETXD0–3 / ERXD0–3 / ECRS / ECOL / EREFCLK | Ethernet RMII interface | Direct connection to PHY without external glue logic; supports 50 MHz RMII clock for 10/100 Mbps operation |
| USBDP / USBDM / USBVDD | USB 2.0 High-Speed physical layer | Integrated transceiver supports HS/FS/LS; USBVDD requires separate 3.3 V supply with tight ripple spec |
| CANFD0TX / CANFD0RX / CANFD1TX / CANFD1RX | CAN FD channel I/O | Differential signaling pins; require external CAN transceivers; support ISO 11898-1 FD frames up to 5 Mbps |
| QSPI_IO0–3 / OSPI_IO0–7 | Quad/Octa SPI data lanes | Enables XIP from external flash; OSPI supports OctaFlash with single/dual/quad/octal I/O modes |
| CTSUx / CTSUy | Capacitive touch sensing electrodes | Direct connection to PCB touch pads; supports self- and mutual-capacitance measurement with noise immunity |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dual-bank flash with SWAP operation | Enables zero-downtime firmware updates by switching active bank during runtime - critical for unattended edge devices |
| Hardware crypto acceleration (SCE9) | Offloads AES-256 encryption, RSA-4096 signing, and SHA256 hashing from CPU, reducing latency and power in secure boot/auth |
| TrustZone-enforced peripheral attribution | Each peripheral (e.g., CANFD, ETHERC, USBHS) can be assigned secure/non-secure access - prevents unauthorized access to critical interfaces |
| Event Link Controller (ELC) | Allows autonomous peripheral-to-peripheral triggering (e.g., ADC conversion start → DMA transfer → GPT capture) without CPU intervention |
| 12-bit ADC interleaving (5 Msps) | Two ADC units synchronized to achieve effective 5 MSPS sampling - suitable for motor current sensing and power quality monitoring |
Applications
| Industrial Gateway | Secure Edge Node |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Protocol translation between Modbus RTU field devices and cloud MQTT over Ethernet/USB. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central protocol processor with dual CAN FD for legacy bus bridging, Ethernet MAC for upstream connectivity, and SCE9 for TLS 1.3 handshake acceleration. Use Value: Eliminates need for external crypto co-processor; dual-bank flash enables remote firmware rollback on OTA failure. | Use Scenario: Tamper-resistant smart meter with real-time energy analytics and secure firmware updates. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Secure metering controller using TrustZone-isolated metering firmware, TSN for ambient temperature compensation, and AGT timers for low-power wake-up scheduling. Use Value: Hardware tamper pins detect enclosure breach; SCE9 ensures encrypted firmware signature verification in <10 ms. |
| Motor Control Hub | HMI-Enabled PLC |
Use Scenario: Compact servo drive controlling BLDC motors via 3-phase PWM with current feedback. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time motor controller using GPT32 timers for synchronized PWM generation, ADC12 interleaving for simultaneous phase current sampling, and CTSU for emergency stop touch interface. Use Value: 200 MHz core delivers <1 µs interrupt latency; 5 Msps ADC resolves torque ripple at 20 kHz switching frequency. | Use Scenario: Panel-mounted PLC with capacitive touch HMI, local data logging, and Ethernet diagnostics. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Integrated HMI controller using CTSU for gesture recognition, SDHI for FAT32 logging, and USBHS for configuration backup/restore. Use Value: Single-chip solution reduces BOM count; 100-pin LQFP fits compact enclosures while retaining 75 GPIO for I/O expansion. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| R7FA6M5BH3CFP#AA0 | Same package, pinout, and peripherals but supports only Classical CAN (not CAN FD) | Lacks CAN FD frame handling and higher data rate - unsuitable for automotive diagnostic or high-bandwidth CAN networks | Select when CAN FD is not required and cost optimization is prioritized over future-proofing |
| STM32H743VI | Arm Cortex-M7 @ 480 MHz, 2 MB flash, no integrated Ethernet MAC or CAN FD; requires external PHY and transceiver | Higher CPU performance but increased system complexity and BOM cost for equivalent connectivity | Prefer when floating-point intensive computation dominates over integrated connectivity and security |
Compared with R7FA6M5BH3CFP#AA0, the R7FA6M5AH3CFP#AA0 adds CAN FD support without changing footprint or software abstraction layer; versus STM32H743VI, it delivers lower total system cost through integrated Ethernet MAC, dual CAN FD, and hardware crypto - reducing external component count and PCB area.
Availability
R7FA6M5AH3CFP#AA0 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial gateways, secure edge nodes, motor control hubs, and HMI-enabled PLCs requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long product lifecycles.
Supply support for R7FA6M5AH3CFP#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 is a global semiconductor leader specializing in microcontrollers, analog, power, and SoC solutions for industrial, automotive, and enterprise applications.
The RA6M5 group - including R7FA6M5AH3CFP#AA0 - was designed for secure, connected edge devices requiring real-time performance, integrated connectivity (Ethernet/CAN FD/USB), and hardware-enforced security for industrial IoT deployments.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the R7FA6M5AH3CFP#AA0?
The R7FA6M5AH3CFP#AA0 features an Arm Cortex-M33 core with a maximum operating frequency of 200 MHz. This clock speed is achieved using the on-chip PLL driven by the main oscillator (8–24 MHz crystal) or high-speed on-chip oscillator (HOCO). The R7FA6M5AH3CFP#AA0 maintains full peripheral functionality at this frequency, including Ethernet MAC, USBHS, and dual CAN FD operation.
Does the R7FA6M5AH3CFP#AA0 support hardware-accelerated cryptography?
Yes, the R7FA6M5AH3CFP#AA0 integrates the Secure Crypto Engine 9 (SCE9), which provides hardware acceleration for AES-128/256, RSA-2048/4096, ECC, SHA224/SHA256, and GHASH. It also includes a 128-bit unique ID and tamper detection circuitry. These capabilities are accessible via the Renesas Secure Boot Manager and Trusted Firmware-M, making the R7FA6M5AH3CFP#AA0 suitable for secure boot, firmware authentication, and TLS offload.
What package type and pin count does the R7FA6M5AH3CFP#AA0 use?
The R7FA6M5AH3CFP#AA0 uses a 100-pin LQFP package (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, along with dedicated pins for RMII Ethernet, USBHS, dual CAN FD, QSPI/OSPI, and CTSU. This package is rated for -40°C to +105°C operation.
How does the R7FA6M5AH3CFP#AA0 handle firmware updates in the field?
The R7FA6M5AH3CFP#AA0 supports zero-downtime firmware updates using its dual-bank code flash architecture with SWAP operation. One bank executes while the other receives new firmware via Ethernet, USB, or SDHI. Upon validation, the R7FA6M5AH3CFP#AA0 atomically switches banks using a secure SWAP command - no external memory or bootloader modification required. Background programming allows concurrent execution and update.
Is the R7FA6M5AH3CFP#AA0 compatible with Renesas' Flexible Software Package (FSP)?
Yes, the R7FA6M5AH3CFP#AA0 is fully supported by Renesas' Flexible Software Package (FSP) v4.x and later. FSP provides HAL drivers, middleware (including AWS IoT, Azure RTOS, FreeRTOS), security libraries (SCE9 APIs, TLS stack), and configuration tools (e2 studio, GUI-based configurator). All peripherals documented for the RA6M5 group - including Ethernet, CAN FD, USBHS, and CTSU - are enabled and validated in FSP for the R7FA6M5AH3CFP#AA0.
R7FA6M5AH3CFP#AA0 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Renesas
- Package/Case:
- 100-LQFP
- Series:
- RA6M5
- 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, MMC/SD, 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:
- 2MB (2M x 8)
- Program Memory Type:
- FLASH
- EEPROM Size:
- 8K x 8
- RAM Size:
- 512K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 2.7V ~ 3.6V
- Data Converters:
- A/D 20x12b SAR; 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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