NXP Semiconductors S9S08AW60E5MPUE
- Part No.:
- S9S08AW60E5MPUE
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 64-LQFP
- Datasheet:
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S9S08AW60E5MPUE.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 8BIT 60KB FLASH 64LQFP
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Product details
Overview
S9S08AW60E5MPUE from NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale) is an 8-bit HCS08 microcontroller with 60 KB Flash, 2 KB RAM, 40-MHz CPU, and integrated peripherals including dual SCI, SPI, I²C, 16-channel 10-bit ADC, and dual TPM modules - used in industrial control panels requiring deterministic real-time response and on-chip debug support.
For engineers reviewing the S9S08AW60E5MPUE datasheet, S9S08AW60E5MPUE pinout, S9S08AW60E5MPUE application, or S9S08AW60E5MPUE equivalent, key selection criteria include QFN-48 package compatibility, 20-MHz bus frequency timing constraints, COP watchdog behavior, BDM single-wire debug interface requirements, and FLASH block protection configuration for firmware security in field-deployed embedded systems.
Technical Context
The S9S08AW60E5MPUE implements the HCS08 CPU core with BGND instruction and hardware breakpoint logic for in-circuit debugging. Its internal clock generator supports FEI, FEE, FBE, and SCM modes using crystal, resonator, or external clock inputs with NVM-trimmed precision.
Peripherals are memory-mapped and share a unified 20-MHz bus; the dual TPM modules provide independent 16-bit timer/PWM channels with input capture, output compare, and edge-aligned or buffered centered PWM - all synchronized to the same bus clock domain without inter-module clock domain crossing.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | HCS08 8-bit core with 40-MHz max CPU clock and 20-MHz bus clock - determines instruction throughput and peripheral timing resolution. |
| Flash Memory | 60 KB on-chip FLASH with block protection and security options - enables field-upgradable firmware with configurable write/erase lock granularity. |
| RAM | 2 KB on-chip RAM - sufficient for real-time stack, ISR context storage, and small data buffers in interrupt-driven control loops. |
| ADC | 16-channel, 10-bit SAR ADC with automatic compare function - supports threshold-triggered actions without CPU intervention for sensor monitoring. |
| Timers | Two 16-bit TPM modules: one 2-channel, one 6-channel - provides up to eight independent PWM outputs or input-capture timestamps for motor phase or encoder analysis. |
| Debug Interface | Single-wire background debug mode (BDM) with one hardware breakpoint and ICE bus capture buffer - enables non-intrusive trace of ~50 instructions around trigger events. |
| I/O Pins | Up to 54 general-purpose I/O pins with software-selectable pullups, slew rate, and drive strength - allows direct interfacing to switches, LEDs, and legacy industrial sensors without external biasing. |
Pinout & Package
Package: 48-pin QFN (98ASA00466D), thermally enhanced exposed pad, 7 mm × 7 mm footprint, 0.5 mm pitch - requires controlled thermal via pattern under die pad for reliable operation at full 105°C ambient.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD, VSS (x2) | Power supply and ground reference | Dual VSS pins reduce ground bounce; separate analog/digital ground not implemented - shared VSS requires careful PCB partitioning. |
| VDDAD, VSSAD | Analog power and ground | Dedicated analog supply pins isolate ADC reference from digital noise - mandatory for <1 LSB INL performance. |
| XTAL / EXTAL | Clock oscillator terminals | Supports 32 kHz–4 MHz crystals or resonators; internal trimming enables ±2% accuracy over temperature without external capacitors. |
| BKGD/MS | Single-wire BDM interface | Combines debug communication and mode select; requires 10-kΩ pullup and level-shifter for 3.3V host debugger compatibility. |
| RESET | Active-low reset input | Internal pullup eliminates external resistor; accepts 100 ns minimum pulse width - compatible with RC-based power-on reset circuits. |
| VREFH / VREFL | ADC reference voltage terminals | Accept external 0–VDD reference or internal bandgap; VREFL tied to VSSAD enables ratiometric measurements with sensor bridges. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| FLASH Security | Configurable block-level protection and flash security byte prevents unauthorized read-out or reprogramming after production programming. |
| Low-Voltage Detect | Programmable LVD threshold (1.9V–2.7V) with selectable reset or interrupt output - enables graceful shutdown before brownout-induced register corruption. |
| Keyboard Interrupt | Up to 8-pin KBI with edge/level sensitivity per pin - reduces polling overhead in human-interface applications like keypad scanning. |
| Stop Mode Power | Stop2 mode draws ≤1.5 µA at 3.3 V and 25°C - extends battery life in intermittently active sensor nodes. |
| I²C Bus Speed | 100 kbps standard-mode I²C with programmable clock stretching - interoperates with legacy SMBus peripherals without protocol translation. |
Applications
| Industrial Motor Control | Building Automation Panel |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Closed-loop speed regulation of 3-phase BLDC motors using hall-effect feedback and six-step commutation. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time execution of commutation logic, PWM generation, and current-sense ADC sampling at 20 kHz update rate. Use Value: Dual TPM modules deliver synchronized high-resolution PWM outputs with <100 ns dead-time control, enabling precise gate-drive timing without external timers. | Use Scenario: Central controller for HVAC zone actuators, damper position feedback, and occupancy sensor aggregation. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Coordinator of multiple I²C temperature/humidity sensors, SPI-connected display driver, and SCI-linked BACnet MSTP gateway. Use Value: Integrated dual SCI supports simultaneous RS-485 MSTP and RS-232 diagnostics; on-chip RAM buffers multi-sensor data bursts during network congestion. |
| Medical Infusion Pump | Smart Energy Meter Interface |
Use Scenario: Safety-critical syringe pump with flow-rate verification, occlusion detection, and audible alarm sequencing. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Fault-tolerant controller executing watchdog-checked motion profiles and real-time ADC monitoring of pressure transducers. Use Value: COP watchdog with windowed timeout and illegal opcode detection ensures deterministic fail-safe behavior - certified for Class II medical device compliance. | Use Scenario: Sub-metering module interfacing with shunt-based current sensors, optical pulse counters, and PLC communication interface. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-accuracy 10-bit ADC acquisition of differential shunt voltage with automatic compare triggers for overcurrent event logging. Use Value: ADC auto-compare function initiates SPI transfers to external FRAM without CPU involvement - preserves timing integrity during PLC burst transmissions. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar 8-bit microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MC9S08AW60CFUE | Same core, 60 KB Flash, but rated for -40°C to +85°C (vs. -40°C to +105°C for S9S08AW60E5MPUE); uses older gold-wire QFN package (98ARL10606D). | Limited to commercial/industrial ambient; unsuitable for under-hood or high-temperature enclosure deployments. | Select only if operating temperature stays ≤85°C and legacy gold-wire assembly process is required. |
| S9S08SG8E2MTJR | Smaller 8 KB Flash, 500 B RAM, 20-MHz CPU, QFN-32 package - lacks second SCI and one TPM module. | Targeted at cost-sensitive, low-peripheral-count applications like simple sensor nodes or LED drivers. | Choose when system complexity and memory footprint are reduced, and dual serial interfaces are unnecessary. |
Compared with MC9S08AW60CFUE and S9S08SG8E2MTJR, the S9S08AW60E5MPUE delivers extended temperature range, copper-wire reliability, full peripheral set, and larger memory - making it optimal for mission-critical industrial controllers where thermal margin and feature completeness are non-negotiable.
Availability
S9S08AW60E5MPUE is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor control, building automation panels, medical infusion pumps, and smart energy meter interfaces requiring stable component supply across long-lifecycle programs.
Supply support for S9S08AW60E5MPUE 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
NXP Semiconductors is a global semiconductor company formed from the spin-off of Philips' semiconductor division, specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and IoT markets.
The S9S08AW60E5MPUE belongs to the HCS08 microcontroller family designed for cost-sensitive, real-time embedded control applications demanding robust debug capability, mixed-signal integration, and long-term industrial temperature support.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating temperature rating for the S9S08AW60E5MPUE?
The S9S08AW60E5MPUE is rated for operation from –40°C to +105°C ambient temperature. This extended temperature range is validated per Freescale's qualification standards and enables deployment in high-heat industrial enclosures, under-hood automotive subsystems, and outdoor metering equipment where thermal derating is critical. The S9S08AW60E5MPUE maintains full Flash, RAM, and peripheral functionality across this range.
Does the S9S08AW60E5MPUE support in-circuit programming after soldering?
Yes, the S9S08AW60E5MPUE supports in-circuit programming via its single-wire background debug mode (BDM) interface using the BKGD/MS pin. Programming requires a compatible BDM pod (e.g., P&E Multilink) and Freescale Codewarrior or S08-specific tools. The 60 KB Flash is fully in-circuit programmable with block erase and byte/word programming - essential for field firmware updates and manufacturing calibration.
How many serial communication interfaces does the S9S08AW60E5MPUE integrate?
The S9S08AW60E5MPUE integrates two independent Serial Communication Interface (SCI) modules, one Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) module, and one Inter-Integrated Circuit (I²C) module. Both SCIs support asynchronous full-duplex communication with optional 13-bit break detection - enabling dual RS-232/RS-485 links or one diagnostic port plus one network interface without external UART expansion.
What package type and pin count does the S9S08AW60E5MPUE use?
The S9S08AW60E5MPUE uses a 48-pin Quad Flat No-lead (QFN) package with an exposed thermal pad, mechanical outline 98ASA00466D. It measures 7 mm × 7 mm with 0.5 mm pitch and is optimized for compact industrial PCB layouts. This copper-wire QFN replaces earlier gold-wire variants and meets IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020 moisture sensitivity level 3 requirements.
Can the S9S08AW60E5MPUE operate without an external crystal?
Yes, the S9S08AW60E5MPUE can operate using its internal clock generator in Self-Clocked Mode (SCM) or FLL Engaged Internal (FEI) mode, delivering up to 20 MHz bus frequency without any external crystal or resonator. Factory-trimmed NVM settings ensure ±2% accuracy over temperature - sufficient for UART communication, GPIO control, and non-timing-critical ADC sampling in cost-sensitive designs.
S9S08AW60E5MPUE Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 64-LQFP
- Series:
- S08
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Core Processor:
- S08
- Core Size:
- 8-Bit
- Speed:
- 40MHz
- Connectivity:
- I2C, SCI, SPI
- Peripherals:
- LVD, POR, PWM, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 54
- Program Memory Size:
- 60KB (60K x 8)
- Program Memory Type:
- FLASH
- EEPROM Size:
- -
- RAM Size:
- 2K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 2.7V ~ 5.5V
- Data Converters:
- A/D 16x10b
- Oscillator Type:
- Internal
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
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