Renesas UPD78F0515AGA(R)-GAM-AX

Overview

UPD78F0515AGA(R)-GAM-AX from Renesas Electronics is an 8-bit single-chip microcontroller in the 78K0/KC2 family, featuring 64 KB on-chip Flash memory, 4 KB RAM, and a 16-bit timer/counter with PWM output capability. It operates at up to 20 MHz CPU frequency with 10-bit A/D converter (8 channels), supporting industrial control and sensor interface applications requiring deterministic real-time response.

For engineers reviewing the UPD78F0515AGA(R)-GAM-AX datasheet, UPD78F0515AGA(R)-GAM-AX pinout, UPD78F0515AGA(R)-GAM-AX application, or UPD78F0515AGA(R)-GAM-AX equivalent, this page provides verified technical context, package mapping to 64-pin LQFP, confirmed peripheral register behavior per Rev.4.01 Hardware Manual, and validated alternative options for legacy 78K0-based designs.

Technical Context

The UPD78F0515AGA(R)-GAM-AX implements the 78K0 CPU core with 16-bit ALU, supports both internal high-speed oscillator (up to 20 MHz) and external crystal (1–20 MHz via X1/X2), and integrates a 10-bit successive-approximation A/D converter with sample-and-hold and programmable conversion start triggers. Its interrupt system includes 128 vector entries with priority levels and nested interrupt support.

On-chip peripherals include three 16-bit timer/counters (one with input capture/output compare), UART (2 channels), I²C bus interface, watchdog timer with independent clock source, and power-on reset circuitry with adjustable delay. The device uses SuperFlash® technology for Flash memory with 100,000 write/erase cycles and 20-year data retention at 85°C.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

UPD78F0515AGA(R)-GAM-AX is housed in a 64-pin LQFP (10 mm × 10 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) package compliant with JEDEC MO-220. Pin functions are defined per Renesas Hardware Manual Rev.4.01 Section 2.1.2 (78K0/KC2) and validated against Table 2-2 and Figure 2-1.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with UPD78F0515AGA(R)-GAM-AX, R5F100PLAFB#30 offers superior active and standby power efficiency but requires toolchain migration and lacks REGC functionality, while UPD78F0513AGA(R)-GAM-AX provides drop-in hardware compatibility with reduced nonvolatile memory capacity and endurance specifications.

Availability

UPD78F0515AGA(R)-GAM-AX is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor control, smart sensor nodes, and PLC I/O modules requiring stable component supply and long-term production continuity.

Supply support for UPD78F0515AGA(R)-GAM-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 Japanese semiconductor manufacturer specializing in microcontrollers, analog, and power devices for industrial, automotive, and infrastructure markets.

The 78K0/KC2 product line delivers cost-optimized 8-bit MCUs targeting industrial automation, home appliances, and sensor systems where deterministic timing, Flash endurance, and analog integration are essential.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the UPD78F0515AGA(R)-GAM-AX?

The UPD78F0515AGA(R)-GAM-AX supports a maximum CPU clock frequency of 20 MHz, achievable using either the internal high-speed oscillator or an external crystal connected to X1/X2 pins. This yields a 100 ns instruction cycle time, enabling tight real-time control loops in motor and power applications. The device's AC characteristics, including peripheral clock timing, are fully specified up to this frequency in the Rev.4.01 Hardware Manual.

Does the UPD78F0515AGA(R)-GAM-AX include an on-chip voltage regulator?

Yes, the UPD78F0515AGA(R)-GAM-AX includes an on-chip voltage regulator controlled by the REGC pin. When enabled, it supplies regulated voltage to internal analog and peripheral circuits, reducing external component count and improving noise immunity in mixed-signal applications. This feature is documented in Section 2.2.14 of the Rev.4.01 Hardware Manual and is physically implemented in the GA package variant.

How many A/D input channels does the UPD78F0515AGA(R)-GAM-AX support?

The UPD78F0515AGA(R)-GAM-AX integrates a 10-bit successive-approximation A/D converter with 8 input channels (AN0–AN7), all accessible via Port 1 pins (P10–P17). Each channel supports programmable sample-and-hold timing and conversion trigger sources including software, timer match, and external events - as confirmed in Section 1.2 and Table 2-2 of the Rev.4.01 Hardware Manual.

Is the UPD78F0515AGA(R)-GAM-AX pin-compatible with other 78K0/KC2 devices?

Yes, the UPD78F0515AGA(R)-GAM-AX shares the same 64-pin LQFP package and pin assignment with other 78K0/KC2 family members including UPD78F0511AGA(R)-GAM-AX and UPD78F0513AGA(R)-GAM-AX. Pin functions for VDD, VSS, X1, X2, RESET, and all I/O ports are identical across this group, enabling hardware reuse in platform designs - per Section 2.1.2 and Figure 2-1 of the Rev.4.01 Hardware Manual.

What development tools are supported for the UPD78F0515AGA(R)-GAM-AX?

The UPD78F0515AGA(R)-GAM-AX is supported by Renesas' QB-MINI2 on-chip debug emulator and RA78K0 assembler toolchain, as well as CC78K0 C compiler versions up to Ver.4.00. Debugging uses the single-wire interface on P130, and flash programming is performed via on-chip self-programming library or PG-FP5 programmer - all detailed in documents U18371E, U17199E, and U18865E referenced in the Rev.4.01 Hardware Manual.