NXP Semiconductors SPC5516EBMLQ66
- Part No.:
- SPC5516EBMLQ66
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 144-LQFP
- Datasheet:
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SPC5516EBMLQ66.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 32BIT 1MB FLASH 144LQFP
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Product details
Overview
SPC5516EBMLQ66 from NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale) is a 32-bit Power Architecture automotive microcontroller designed for central body control and gateway applications. It features an e200z1 main CPU core, 1 MB on-chip flash memory, 64 KB SRAM, 6x FlexCAN interfaces, and operates at up to 66 MHz in the 144-pin LQFP package. It is used in vehicle body controllers managing door modules, lighting, and LIN/CAN network routing.
For engineers reviewing the SPC5516EBMLQ66 datasheet, SPC5516EBMLQ66 pinout, SPC5516EBMLQ66 application, or SPC5516EBMLQ66 equivalent, key selection criteria include its 66 MHz execution speed in automotive-grade temperature range (–40°C to 125°C), integrated e200z0 I/O processor for peripheral offload, and support for EEPROM emulation via flash read-while-write capability.
Technical Context
The SPC5516EBMLQ66 implements a dual-core architecture with an e200z1 main CPU and optional e200z0 I/O processor, both compliant with Power Architecture Book E and supporting Variable Length Encoding (VLE) for reduced code footprint. Its crossbar switch enables concurrent access to flash, SRAM, and peripherals by multiple bus masters including CPU, I/O processor, and eDMA.
It integrates six FlexCAN modules with configurable message buffers, four DSPI controllers (with up to 24 chip selects), six eSCI interfaces, and a 40-channel 12-bit ADC with mixed input-only and bidirectional channels. Clocking is managed by an FMPLL with loss-of-clock detection and dual internal oscillators (16 MHz RC and 32 kHz RC) for robust low-power mode operation.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | e200z1 main core + optional e200z0 I/O processor - enables real-time peripheral management without main CPU intervention |
| Max Operating Frequency | 66 MHz - guaranteed performance in 144-pin LQFP package at Ta = 125°C |
| Flash Memory | 1 MB - supports EEPROM emulation via read-while-write and dedicated boot/OS/emulation partitions |
| SRAM | 64 KB - ECC-protected, retainable in SLEEP mode down to 8 KB granularity |
| FlexCAN Interfaces | 6x - independent CAN 2.0B-compliant controllers with configurable message RAM and wakeup capability |
| ADC | 40-channel, 12-bit - includes 16 input-only and 24 bidirectional channels for flexible sensor/actuator interfacing |
| Power Modes | RUN (110 mA @ 66 MHz), STOP (600 µA), SLEEP (25–95 µA) - with selectable RAM retention and fast wakeup from 16 MHz RC oscillator |
Pinout & Package
SPC5516EBMLQ66 is housed in a 144-pin LQFP package (20 mm × 20 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) with four I/O power domains supporting mixed 3.3 V and 5.0 V signaling. Pin multiplexing allows up to 111 GPIOs, with all digital pins configurable for pull-up/pull-down, slew rate, hysteresis, and open-drain operation.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD_IOA | I/O Power Supply A | Supplies 3.3 V or 5.0 V to group of pins; enables mixed-voltage I/O domain isolation |
| VRH | High-Side Voltage Regulator Output | Provides regulated 1.5 V core voltage from 4.5–5.5 V input; eliminates need for external regulator |
| OSC_IN / OSC_OUT | External Crystal Oscillator Interface | Supports 32 kHz crystal for RTC and low-power wakeup; optional 4–40 MHz reference for FMPLL |
| RESET_IN | Asynchronous Reset Input | Active-low reset with internal pull-up; compatible with external watchdog or power supply supervisor |
| CAN0_TX / CAN0_RX | FlexCAN Channel 0 Differential Transceiver Interface | Direct connection to ISO 11898-compliant CAN transceiver; supports bus wakeup and loopback self-test |
| DSPI0_SIN / DSPI0_SOUT / DSPI0_SCK / DSPI0_PCS0–PCS5 | Dual SPI Module 0 Serial Interface | Full-duplex synchronous communication with up to 6 chip selects per module; supports daisy-chain and multi-slave topologies |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| FMPLL with Loss-of-Clock Detection | Enables fail-safe clock monitoring and automatic fallback to 16 MHz RC oscillator during PLL failure |
| Memory Protection Unit (MPU) | 16-region descriptor support with 32-byte granularity - isolates firmware partitions and prevents unauthorized memory access |
| eMIOS200 Timed I/O Module | 24-channel 16-bit timer subsystem supporting input capture, output compare, and PWM generation with synchronized channel groups |
| Nexus Class Two Plus Debug Interface | IEEE-ISTO 5001-2003 compliant trace and debug - enables real-time instruction tracing, hardware breakpoints, and non-intrusive profiling |
| Boot Assist Module (BAM) | Allows in-system flash programming over CAN or SCI without external programmer - simplifies field updates and calibration |
Applications
| Body Controller Module | Vehicle Gateway |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Centralized control of doors, seats, interior lighting, and passive entry systems in modern automotive body electronics. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary application MCU executing body control logic, managing LIN slave nodes, and coordinating CAN message routing between HS and LS networks. Use Value: 6x FlexCAN and 6x eSCI enable native integration of multiple vehicle subnetworks without external bridge ICs, reducing BOM count and latency. |
Use Scenario: Message routing between HS CAN (powertrain), LS CAN (body), LIN (sensors), and FlexRay (chassis) domains in distributed vehicle architectures. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central gateway controller performing protocol translation, diagnostic message forwarding, and secure reprogramming orchestration. Use Value: Dual-core architecture allows e200z0 to handle time-critical CAN/LIN frame processing while e200z1 manages higher-layer diagnostics and security tasks concurrently. |
| Smart Lighting Control | Central Diagnostic Manager |
|
Use Scenario: Adaptive headlight control, brake light sequencing, and ambient lighting with PWM dimming and thermal monitoring. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time PWM generator and ADC-based sensor hub - reads ambient light, temperature, and position sensors while driving high-current LED loads. Use Value: eMIOS200's synchronized PWM channels and 40-channel ADC with bidirectional capability allow precise timing-critical lighting effects and closed-loop thermal compensation. |
Use Scenario: Aggregation and analysis of fault codes from ECUs across CAN, LIN, and FlexRay buses for unified OBD-II reporting and predictive maintenance. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Diagnostic host processor running UDS stack, managing DTC storage in emulated EEPROM, and coordinating secure flash updates via BAM. Use Value: 1 MB flash with hardware read-while-write and dedicated EEPROM emulation partitions enable safe, atomic firmware and calibration updates without system downtime. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar automotive microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MPC5606B | Same e200z1 core, but 64 KB flash, 12 KB SRAM, and only 3x FlexCAN; lacks e200z0 I/O processor | Suitable for simpler body nodes (e.g., seat control) where full gateway functionality is unnecessary | Select when cost-sensitive design requires reduced memory and peripheral count without dual-core offload capability |
| SPC560B50L5 | Higher integration: 1.5 MB flash, 128 KB SRAM, 6x FlexCAN, but uses e200z0-only core (no e200z1); lower max frequency (64 MHz) | Better suited for safety-critical ASIL-B applications due to enhanced fault coverage and lockstep support | Choose when functional safety compliance (ISO 26262) and larger memory are prioritized over raw performance and dual-core flexibility |
Compared with MPC5606B, SPC5516EBMLQ66 delivers greater peripheral concurrency and memory for complex gateway roles; compared with SPC560B50L5, it offers higher deterministic performance via e200z1 main core but lacks lockstep and ASIL-B certification infrastructure.
Availability
SPC5516EBMLQ66 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive body control, vehicle gateway, smart lighting, centralized diagnostic, and LIN/CAN bridge applications requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long production lifecycles.
Supply support for SPC5516EBMLQ66 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 automotive, industrial, IoT, and communication infrastructure solutions, with deep expertise in Power Architecture and functional safety.
The SPC5516EBMLQ66 belongs to NXP's SPC55xx automotive MCU family, engineered specifically for central body and gateway control applications demanding high integration, real-time responsiveness, and robust operation in harsh automotive environments.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating temperature range for the SPC5516EBMLQ66?
The SPC5516EBMLQ66 is qualified for operation from –40°C to +125°C ambient temperature, meeting AEC-Q100 Grade 2 requirements. Its 66 MHz maximum frequency rating is specified at Ta = 125°C, ensuring reliable real-time performance in under-hood and body-control module environments where thermal stress is critical.
Does the SPC5516EBMLQ66 support EEPROM emulation, and how is it implemented?
Yes, the SPC5516EBMLQ66 supports hardware-assisted EEPROM emulation using its 1 MB flash memory. It leverages read-while-write capability and dedicated flash partitions (including 4×16 KB and 2×64 KB blocks) to enable atomic erase/program operations while executing code from other sectors - essential for storing calibration data and configuration parameters in automotive applications.
How many CAN interfaces does the SPC5516EBMLQ66 integrate, and what protocol versions are supported?
The SPC5516EBMLQ66 integrates six independent FlexCAN modules compliant with CAN 2.0B specification, supporting both standard (11-bit) and extended (29-bit) identifier formats. Each module includes configurable message RAM, wakeup capability from stop mode, and built-in loopback self-test modes - enabling robust multi-bus routing in vehicle gateway designs.
Is the SPC5516EBMLQ66 pin-compatible with other members of the MPC5510 family?
No, the SPC5516EBMLQ66 is not pin-compatible with other MPC5510 family members in different packages. It is specifically offered in the 144-pin LQFP package; devices like MPC5517G use 208-ball BGA. Pin assignments and multiplexing differ across packages, so PCB layout must be validated against the SPC5516EBMLQ66-specific pinout table in the reference manual.
What debug and development tools are officially supported for the SPC5516EBMLQ66?
The SPC5516EBMLQ66 is supported by NXP's S32 Design Studio IDE, CodeWarrior Development Studio for Power Architecture, and third-party tools compatible with IEEE-ISTO 5001-2003 Nexus Class Two Plus interface. Hardware debug requires a Nexus-compliant probe (e.g., PLS UDE, Lauterbach TRACE32) for real-time trace, flash programming, and non-intrusive profiling of both e200z1 and e200z0 cores.
SPC5516EBMLQ66 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 144-LQFP
- Series:
- MPC55xx Qorivva
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Core Processor:
- e200z0, e200z1
- Core Size:
- 32-Bit Dual-Core
- Speed:
- 66MHz
- Connectivity:
- CANbus, EBI/EMI, I2C, SCI, SPI
- Peripherals:
- DMA, POR, PWM, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 111
- Program Memory Size:
- 1MB (1M x 8)
- Program Memory Type:
- FLASH
- EEPROM Size:
- -
- RAM Size:
- 64K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 4.5V ~ 5.25V
- Data Converters:
- A/D 40x12b
- Oscillator Type:
- Internal
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
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