STMicroelectronics SPC58NG-DISP

Overview

SPC58NG-DISP from STMicroelectronics is an automotive-grade discovery board built around the SPC58NG84E7 32-bit Power Architecture® triple-core e200z4 MCU with 6 MB flash, ASIL-D functional safety compliance, and integrated Hardware Security Module (HSM) with 128 KB flash. It features dual Ethernet ports, one CAN FD interface via DB9 connector, JTAG debug (14-pin 2×7), TFT LCD module connector, and on-board user I/O (2 push buttons, 4 LEDs, reset).

For engineers reviewing the SPC58NG-DISP datasheet, SPC58NG-DISP pinout, SPC58NG-DISP application, or SPC58NG-DISP equivalent, this board serves as a production-ready evaluation platform for body control modules and automotive gateways requiring ISO 26262 ASIL-D certification, secure boot, HSM-based cryptographic acceleration, and high-temperature operation up to 125°C.

Technical Context

The SPC58NG-DISP implements full signal access to the SPC58NG84E7's triple e200z4 cores, exposing all GPIOs, FlexRay, LIN, UART, and CAN FD peripherals. Its HSM supports Medium EVITA security profiles for AES-128/256, SHA-256, RSA-2048, and secure key storage.

Board-level resources include a 12 VDC input (EU plug included), preloaded demonstration firmware, and native support for ST's SPC5Studio IDE with LCD library and free application examples - enabling rapid validation of secure boot, OTA update workflows, and real-time gateway routing logic.

Key Specifications

Availability

SPC58NG-DISP is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive body control modules, vehicle gateway systems, and secure telematics units requiring stable component supply, long lifecycle support, and ASIL-D development traceability.

Supply support for SPC58NG-DISP 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

STMicroelectronics is a global semiconductor leader headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, specializing in automotive, industrial, and embedded microcontrollers, power devices, and sensors.

The SPC58 Chorus G Line - including the SPC58NG84E7 - is engineered specifically for automotive domain controllers and central gateways demanding ASIL-D compliance, hardware-enforced security, and extended temperature operation (−40°C to +125°C).

FAQ

Does the SPC58NG-DISP include the TFT LCD module?

No. The board includes a dedicated connector compatible with the TJCTM24028-SPI 2.8-inch TFT LCD module, but the display itself is not included. Users must procure the LCD separately to enable HMI development and visual debugging.

What software tools are required to develop on the SPC58NG-DISP?

ST's SPC5Studio IDE (free download from st.com/spc5studio) is mandatory. It provides Eclipse-based project management, GCC toolchain integration, SPC5 HAL libraries, prebuilt LCD drivers, and secure boot configuration utilities tailored for the SPC58NG84E7's HSM and safety mechanisms.

Is the JTAG interface fully compliant with ARM CoreSight or Power Architecture standards?

The JTAG interface conforms to IEEE 1149.1 and supports Power Architecture® e200z4 core debugging, including instruction trace, memory access, and secure debug authentication via the HSM - not ARM CoreSight, as the device uses Power ISA v2.07.

Can the SPC58NG-DISP be used for production deployment?

No. It is an evaluation and development board only. While it uses the same SPC58NG84E7 MCU as production variants, its PCB layout, power design, and mechanical form factor (145 × 105 mm) are optimized for lab use - not automotive environmental qualification or EMI/EMC compliance.