NXP Semiconductors S9S08DZ96F2MLL

Overview

S9S08DZ96F2MLL from NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale) is an 8-bit HCS08 microcontroller with 96 KB on-chip FLASH, 6 KB RAM, and 2 KB EEPROM, designed for automotive body electronics and industrial control applications requiring CAN 2.0B communication, real-time PWM, and robust low-voltage operation. It features a 40-MHz CPU core (20-MHz bus), integrated MSCAN module, 24-channel 12-bit ADC, and multi-mode clock generator supporting crystal, resonator, or external clock inputs up to 16 MHz.

For engineers reviewing the S9S08DZ96F2MLL datasheet, S9S08DZ96F2MLL pinout, S9S08DZ96F2MLL application, or S9S08DZ96F2MLL equivalent, this page delivers verified technical context, package mapping, functional alternatives, and supply-chain-ready availability details - all grounded in the official MC9S08DZ128 Series Data Sheet Rev. 1 (2008) and Addenda Rev. 1 & 2 (2011, 2015).

Technical Context

The S9S08DZ96F2MLL implements the HCS08 CPUV5 core with BGND instruction support and handles up to 32 interrupt/reset sources. Its Multi-Purpose Clock Generator (MCG) supports FEI, FEE, FBE, PEE, and BLPE modes, with PLL reference divider selectable via RDIV (÷2 to ÷1024) and VDIV (×24 to ×56) for precise bus frequency synthesis.

On-chip peripherals include two SCIs (LIN 2.0/J2602 compliant), two IICs (100 kbps), two SPIs, three TPM modules (6+2+4 channels), RTC with external crystal support, and dual analog comparators that operate in STOP3 mode. The MSCAN module supports standard/extended frames, five receive buffers with FIFO, and programmable acceptance filters (2×32-bit, 4×16-bit, or 8×8-bit).

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: 64-pin LQFP (10×10 mm, 0.5 mm pitch), RoHS-compliant, moisture sensitivity level 3.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar 8-bit automotive microcontroller applications.

Compared with S9S08DZ96F2MLL, MC9S08DZ128F2MLL offers 32 KB more FLASH and 2 KB more RAM without changing layout or software abstraction layers, while S9S08DZ60F2MLL reduces memory by 36 KB FLASH and 2 KB RAM - making it viable only where application scope is strictly bounded and no field updates are planned.

Availability

S9S08DZ96F2MLL is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive body electronics, industrial motor controllers, and smart lighting systems requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and traceable sourcing.

Supply support for S9S08DZ96F2MLL 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 leader focused on secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and IoT applications, with roots in Freescale's automotive microcontroller heritage.

The S9S08DZ96F2MLL belongs to the HCS08 DZ-series, engineered specifically for cost-sensitive, safety-aware automotive body electronics - emphasizing CAN reliability, low-power stop modes, and in-field programmability for ECU reflash and calibration updates.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the S9S08DZ96F2MLL CPU core?

The S9S08DZ96F2MLL CPU core operates at a maximum frequency of 40 MHz, delivering a 20-MHz bus speed. This performance level is achieved using the on-chip Multi-Purpose Clock Generator (MCG) in PEE mode with appropriate RDIV and VDIV settings. The core maintains full instruction compatibility with the HC08 architecture and adds the BGND instruction for background debugging. All timing specifications assume VDD ≥ 4.5 V; at lower voltages, maximum frequency is reduced per the DC characteristics table in Appendix A of the MC9S08DZ128 Series Data Sheet.

Does the S9S08DZ96F2MLL support CAN FD or only classical CAN 2.0?

The S9S08DZ96F2MLL supports only classical CAN 2.0A/B (ISO 11898-1), not CAN FD. Its MSCAN module implements standard and extended frame formats, five receive buffers with FIFO, and programmable identifier filters (2×32-bit, 4×16-bit, or 8×8-bit), but lacks the bit-rate switching, CRC enhancements, and payload expansion required for CAN FD. This limitation is confirmed in Chapter 12 of the MC9S08DZ128 Series Data Sheet, which explicitly references CAN 2.0 compliance and makes no mention of FD features. For CAN FD applications, a newer S32K or MPC57xx series device is required.

Can the S9S08DZ96F2MLL operate from a 3.3 V supply?

Yes, the S9S08DZ96F2MLL operates across a supply range of 2.7 V to 5.5 V, fully supporting 3.3 V nominal operation. At 3.3 V, the maximum allowable bus frequency is 16 MHz (corresponding to a 32-MHz core frequency), as specified in Table A-1 (DC Characteristics) of the MC9S08DZ128 Series Data Sheet. All I/O pins are 5-V tolerant regardless of VDD, enabling direct interfacing with higher-voltage peripherals without level shifters. The internal bandgap reference (1.18–1.21 V) remains stable across this voltage range, ensuring consistent ADC accuracy.

How many PWM channels does the S9S08DZ96F2MLL support, and what alignment modes are available?

The S9S08DZ96F2MLL supports 12 total PWM channels across three Timer Pulse-Width Modulator (TPM) modules: TPM1 (6 channels), TPM2 (2 channels), and TPM3 (4 channels). Each channel supports edge-aligned and center-aligned PWM modes, with independent period and duty-cycle registers. Edge-aligned mode uses TPMxMOD and TPMxCnV registers; center-aligned mode requires TPMxSC[CPWMS]=1 and uses TPMxMOD for half-period definition. Writing to TPMxSC resets modulo register coherency, and writing to TPMxCnSC resets channel value register coherency - both behaviors are documented in Section 16.4.2.3 of the data sheet.

Is the S9S08DZ96F2MLL pin-compatible with the MC9S08DZ128F2MLL in the 64-pin LQFP package?

Yes, the S9S08DZ96F2MLL is pin-compatible with the MC9S08DZ128F2MLL in the 64-pin LQFP package. Both devices share identical pin assignments, electrical characteristics, and peripheral multiplexing per Table 2-1 (Pin Availability by Package Pin-Count) and Section 2.1 of the MC9S08DZ128 Series Data Sheet. The only differences are memory size (96 KB vs. 128 KB FLASH) and RAM (6 KB vs. 8 KB), which do not affect pin behavior or signal routing. This compatibility enables drop-in replacement for design reuse and firmware scalability without PCB revision.