Infineon Technologies XE167G96F66LACFXQMA1

Overview

XE167G96F66LACFXQMA1 from Infineon Technologies is a 16-bit real-time signal controller with 768 KB on-chip Flash, 64 KB PSRAM, dual 10-bit ADCs (8+8 channels), CCU6x PWM units, and MultiCAN interface supporting 2 CAN nodes. It operates at up to 80 MHz, features JTAG-based on-chip debug support, and targets motor control and industrial automation systems requiring deterministic timing and integrated analog/digital I/O.

For engineers reviewing the XE167G96F66LACFXQMA1 datasheet, XE167G96F66LACFXQMA1 pinout, XE167G96F66LACFXQMA1 application, or XE167G96F66LACFXQMA1 equivalent, key selection criteria include Flash size, CAN node count, ADC channel allocation, CCU6 module availability, and LQFP-144 package compatibility with industrial thermal and EMI requirements.

Technical Context

The XE167G96F66LACFXQMA1 implements a five-stage pipeline C166-compatible CPU core running at 80 MHz (12.5 ns instruction cycle), with single-cycle 16×16 multiply, MAC, and 32-bit arithmetic. Its interrupt system supports 16 priority levels across 87 sources, with Peripheral Event Controller enabling zero-wait-state DMA transfers using 24-bit address pointers.

It integrates two synchronized 10-bit ADCs (total 16 channels), four CCU6 modules for flexible PWM generation, and a MultiCAN Rev. 2.0B controller with 2 dedicated CAN nodes and gateway capability. Clocking uses an on-chip PLL with external crystal or oscillator input, and power supply range is 3.0–5.5 V.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XE167G96F66LACFXQMA1 is housed in a 144-pin Green LQFP package (19.7 mil pitch) with exposed thermal pad. Pin definitions follow Infineon's standardized XE167 pin mapping for signal integrity, ESD robustness, and mixed-signal partitioning.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar real-time signal controller applications.

Compared with SAF-XE167F96F66L and SAF-XE167H96F66L, XE167G96F66LACFXQMA1 balances CAN connectivity and peripheral count for mid-tier industrial drives-offering sufficient networking for machine-level coordination without over-provisioning for plant-wide infrastructure or omitting CAN entirely.

Availability

XE167G96F66LACFXQMA1 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor drives, automated packaging machinery, HVAC inverters, and modular PLC interfaces requiring stable component supply, long-lifecycle support, and RoHS-compliant LQFP packaging.

Supply support for XE167G96F66LACFXQMA1 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

Infineon Technologies AG is a German semiconductor manufacturer specializing in power management, automotive ICs, and industrial microcontrollers, with global R&D and manufacturing infrastructure.

The XE167 family was designed specifically for real-time signal control in motor drives and industrial automation, emphasizing deterministic timing, integrated analog front-ends, and robust communication interfaces under harsh electrical conditions.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency and associated instruction cycle time?

The XE167G96F66LACFXQMA1 achieves a maximum CPU clock frequency of 80 MHz, resulting in a 12.5 ns instruction cycle time for single-cycle operations. This timing is guaranteed under specified voltage (3.0–5.5 V) and temperature (−40 °C to +85 °C) conditions per the V2.1 datasheet. The five-stage pipeline enables consistent throughput for real-time control loops.

Does this device support hardware-based PWM dead-time insertion?

Yes, the CCU6x modules integrated into XE167G96F66LACFXQMA1 provide configurable hardware dead-time insertion with programmable delay values and automatic update synchronization. This feature is used directly by the PWM generator logic and does not require CPU intervention, ensuring reliable gate-drive timing in inverter applications.

How many analog input channels are accessible, and what is their resolution and conversion speed?

The device provides two independent 10-bit ADC modules with 8 channels each (ADC0 and ADC1), totaling 16 analog inputs. Each converter achieves conversion times below 1 µs with hardware-triggered sampling, and both support optional preprocessing such as range checking and averaging before data transfer to memory.

Is JTAG debugging supported, and what capabilities does it provide?

Yes, XE167G96F66LACFXQMA1 includes full On-Chip Debug Support (OCDS) via standard 5-pin JTAG interface. It enables non-intrusive real-time debugging, flash programming, breakpoint setting, watchpoint monitoring, and trace data capture without halting CPU execution or affecting real-time performance.