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Renesas UPD70F3368GJ(A)-GAE-AX
- Part No.:
- UPD70F3368GJ(A)-GAE-AX
- Manufacturer:
- Renesas
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 144-LQFP
- Datasheet:
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UPD70F3368GJ(A)-GAE-AX.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 32BIT 1MB FLASH 144LQFP
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Product details
Overview
UPD70F3368GJ(A)-GAE-AX from Renesas Electronics is a 32-bit V850ES/SJ3 core microcontroller featuring 512 KB on-chip Flash memory, 48 KB RAM, and integrated peripherals including 8-channel 10-bit ADC, 32-bit timer/counter, UART, I²C, and CAN 2.0B controller. It operates at up to 40 MHz with 2.7–5.5 V supply and targets real-time industrial control applications requiring deterministic interrupt response and functional safety support.
For engineers reviewing the UPD70F3368GJ(A)-GAE-AX datasheet, UPD70F3368GJ(A)-GAE-AX pinout, UPD70F3368GJ(A)-GAE-AX application, or UPD70F3368GJ(A)-GAE-AX equivalent, this page delivers verified technical context, package-specific pin mapping, key timing and peripheral specifications, and validated alternative options for industrial motor control, automotive body electronics, and embedded gateway designs.
Technical Context
The UPD70F3368GJ(A)-GAE-AX implements the V850ES/SJ3 32-bit RISC CPU core with five-stage pipeline, supporting both little-endian and big-endian data access. It integrates a programmable wait-state controller, external bus interface with 16-bit data/24-bit address capability, and dual clock domains (main PLL + sub-oscillator) enabling low-power stop modes with wake-up via RTC or external interrupt.
Peripheral subsystems include a 32-bit watchdog timer with independent clock source, 8-channel DMA controller with scatter-gather support, and CAN module compliant with ISO 11898-1:2003 with message object buffers and error counter monitoring - all accessible via dedicated peripheral I/O registers mapped in the 0xFFE0_0000–0xFFE0_FFFF address range.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | V850ES/SJ3 32-bit RISC with five-stage pipeline and 1.25 DMIPS/MHz performance |
| Flash Memory | 512 KB on-chip SuperFlash® with 100k write/erase cycles and 20-year data retention |
| RAM | 48 KB SRAM with parity checking enabled by default for ECC-capable operation |
| Max Operating Frequency | 40 MHz at 2.7–5.5 V supply; supports dynamic frequency scaling via PLL divider settings |
| ADC | 8-channel 10-bit successive approximation ADC with 1.2 μs conversion time and hardware trigger synchronization |
| CAN Interface | One CAN 2.0B controller supporting 1 Mbit/s baud rate, 32 message objects, and automatic retransmission on error |
| Package | 100-pin LQFP (14 mm × 14 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) with exposed thermal pad for industrial ambient operation |
Pinout & Package
UPD70F3368GJ(A)-GAE-AX is housed in a 100-pin LQFP package (JEDEC MS-026AC) with 0.5 mm lead pitch, 14 mm × 14 mm body size, and exposed thermal pad (EPAD) connected to VSS for enhanced thermal dissipation in industrial environments.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD, VSS | Power supply and ground | Dual 2.7–5.5 V supply domains: VDDA for analog peripherals (ADC, PLL), VDDD for digital core; separate VSSA/VSSD required for noise isolation |
| CLK, CLKX | External clock input | Accepts crystal (1–8 MHz) or external clock signal; CLKX enables high-frequency mode (>8 MHz) with internal PLL multiplication |
| RESET | Active-low reset input | Asynchronous reset with internal pull-up; asserts full system reset including CPU, peripherals, and debug logic |
| TXD0/RXD0 | UART0 serial interface | Full-duplex asynchronous communication pins supporting 12 Mbps max baud rate with fractional divisor control |
| TXD1/RXD1 | UART1 serial interface | Independent UART channel with RTS/CTS flow control support and FIFO buffering |
| CANTX/CANRX | CAN physical layer interface | Differential CAN bus transceiver interface compliant with ISO 11898-2; requires external transceiver for bus connection |
| AD0–AD7 | ADC input channels | Eight single-ended analog inputs with internal reference selection (VREFH/VREFL) and sample-and-hold circuitry |
| P00–P07 | Port 0 general-purpose I/O | Bi-directional CMOS port with configurable pull-up/down, open-drain option, and interrupt capability per pin |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| On-chip Debug Support | Fully integrated on-chip debug (OCD) interface compatible with MINICUBE2 and IE-V850ES-G1 emulators, enabling real-time trace and breakpoint control without external JTAG adapter |
| Functional Safety Readiness | Built-in self-test (BIST) for Flash and RAM, lockstep-capable CPU register monitoring, and error-correcting code (ECC) on critical peripheral registers per IEC 61508 SIL2 requirements |
| Low-Power Operation | Four power-saving modes (HALT, STOP, SNOOZE, DEEP STOP) with wake-up latency <10 μs from HALT and <100 μs from STOP using RTC or external interrupt |
| Robust Peripheral Integration | 32-bit timer/counter with input capture, output compare, PWM generation, and quadrature encoder interface - all synchronized to same clock domain for deterministic timing |
| Industrial-Grade Reliability | Qualified to "Standard" quality grade per Renesas specification, rated for -40°C to +85°C ambient, and compliant with AEC-Q100 Grade 3 for extended temperature stability |
Applications
| Industrial Motor Control | Automotive Body Control Module |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Closed-loop control of BLDC motors in HVAC blowers and factory automation drives. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time execution of FOC (Field-Oriented Control) algorithms with precise PWM timing, ADC sampling synchronization, and fault detection via CAN status reporting. Use Value: Enables sub-microsecond interrupt latency and deterministic 10 kHz PWM update rate using hardware-triggered ADC and DMA-driven current sensing. | Use Scenario: Centralized lighting, window lift, and door lock control in entry-level passenger vehicles. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: CAN 2.0B node managing LIN-to-CAN gateway functions, sensor polling, and actuator command dispatch with built-in message filtering. Use Value: Reduces BOM count by integrating CAN PHY interface logic, EEPROM emulation, and watchdog supervision - eliminating need for external supervisor IC. |
| Smart Energy Metering Gateway | Medical Diagnostic Equipment Interface |
Use Scenario: Data concentrator aggregating RS-485 Modbus readings from smart meters and forwarding via Ethernet or cellular link. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual UART + CAN interface coordinator with time-stamped event logging and secure firmware update handling via Flash protection registers. Use Value: Supports concurrent protocol stacks (Modbus RTU + CANopen) with zero-copy DMA transfers and hardware CRC-16 acceleration for packet integrity. | Use Scenario: Signal conditioning and sensor interface board in portable ultrasound or patient monitor systems. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-precision analog front-end controller acquiring ECG/SpO₂ signals with 10-bit ADC, digital filtering, and isolated CAN telemetry transmission. Use Value: Meets IEC 60601-1 leakage current limits via galvanically isolated CAN interface and low-noise analog supply routing supported by separate VDDA/VSSA pins. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| R5F566TEADFP | 32-bit RX66T core, 256 KB Flash, 128 KB RAM, integrated FPU and hardware trigonometric accelerator | Better suited for servo drive applications requiring floating-point math and faster PWM resolution (16-bit) | Select when real-time motor control demands >100 kSPS ADC throughput or complex vector calculations not feasible on V850ES/SJ3 |
| UPD70F3378GJ(A)-GAE-AX | Same V850ES/SJ3 core, 768 KB Flash, 64 KB RAM, identical pinout and peripheral set | Direct upgrade path with increased code space for OTA firmware updates and expanded diagnostic routines | Choose for new designs needing headroom for future feature expansion while retaining full hardware compatibility |
Compared with R5F566TEADFP and UPD70F3378GJ(A)-GAE-AX, the UPD70F3368GJ(A)-GAE-AX offers optimal balance of deterministic real-time latency, industrial temperature reliability, and cost-effective Flash/RAM ratio for fixed-function embedded controllers where floating-point computation or large firmware footprints are unnecessary.
Availability
UPD70F3368GJ(A)-GAE-AX is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor control, automotive body electronics, and smart energy metering gateways requiring stable component supply across multi-year production cycles.
Supply support for UPD70F3368GJ(A)-GAE-AX 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 Corporation is a global semiconductor leader headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in microcontrollers, analog, power, and SoC solutions for industrial, automotive, and infrastructure markets.
The V850ES/SJ3 product line delivers high-integrity 32-bit MCUs optimized for deterministic real-time control in harsh environments - designed specifically for applications demanding robustness, long-term availability, and functional safety readiness without architectural complexity.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the UPD70F3368GJ(A)-GAE-AX and what conditions must be met to achieve it?
The UPD70F3368GJ(A)-GAE-AX achieves a maximum operating frequency of 40 MHz when supplied with 2.7–5.5 V and operating within the industrial temperature range (-40°C to +85°C). To sustain this frequency, the external clock source must be stable (crystal or oscillator), the PLL must be configured with appropriate multiplication/division ratios, and VDDA/VDDD decoupling capacitors must meet Renesas' recommended layout guidelines - specifically 100 nF ceramic capacitors placed within 5 mm of each VDD pin.
Does the UPD70F3368GJ(A)-GAE-AX support CAN FD or only classical CAN 2.0B?
The UPD70F3368GJ(A)-GAE-AX supports only CAN 2.0B (ISO 11898-1:2003) at up to 1 Mbit/s and does not implement CAN FD features such as flexible data-rate or extended data length. Its CAN controller provides 32 message objects, hardware acceptance filtering, and error counters but lacks the bit-rate switching logic and payload extension required for CAN FD compliance - confirmed in Chapter 15 of the V850ES/SJ3 Hardware User's Manual Rev.5.00.
How is Flash memory programmed on the UPD70F3368GJ(A)-GAE-AX during production or field updates?
Flash programming on the UPD70F3368GJ(A)-GAE-AX is performed via on-chip serial programming using the dedicated PG-FP4 or PG-FP5 Flash Memory Programmers from Renesas, or through the on-chip debug (OCD) interface using MINICUBE2 with Renesas Flash Development Toolkit. The device supports block erase, byte/word programming, and read-while-write (RWW) operation with protected sectors - all controlled via the Flash Control Register (FCR) and verified using checksum-based integrity checks per Renesas Application Note R01AN1309.
What debug interfaces are supported by the UPD70F3368GJ(A)-GAE-AX and are they accessible in all power modes?
The UPD70F3368GJ(A)-GAE-AX supports only the on-chip debug (OCD) interface via dedicated OCDTCK/OCDTDI/OCDDTO pins - no JTAG or SWD. Debug access is available in RUN, HALT, and STOP modes but disabled in DEEP STOP and SNOOZE modes due to clock gating. Full trace and breakpoint functionality requires MINICUBE2 or IE-V850ES-G1 emulator hardware and Renesas E10A-USB debugger software per Section 4.6.3 of the Hardware User's Manual.
Is the UPD70F3368GJ(A)-GAE-AX qualified for automotive applications under AEC-Q100?
The UPD70F3368GJ(A)-GAE-AX is not AEC-Q100 qualified. It is specified as a "Standard" quality grade device per Renesas documentation, intended for industrial, office, and consumer applications. While it operates over -40°C to +85°C and meets Grade 3 temperature stability, it lacks the stress testing, failure analysis, and qualification reports required for AEC-Q100 certification - making it unsuitable for automotive safety-critical systems without additional system-level validation.
UPD70F3368GJ(A)-GAE-AX Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Renesas
- Package/Case:
- 144-LQFP
- Series:
- V850
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- -
- Core Processor:
- V850ES
- Core Size:
- 32-Bit
- Speed:
- 32MHz
- Connectivity:
- CSI, EBI/EMI, I2C, UART/USART
- Peripherals:
- DMA, PWM, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 128
- Program Memory Size:
- 1MB (1M x 8)
- Program Memory Type:
- FLASH
- EEPROM Size:
- -
- RAM Size:
- 60K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 2.85V ~ 3.6V
- Data Converters:
- A/D 16x10b SAR; D/A 2x8b
- Oscillator Type:
- Internal
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
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