Freescale Semiconductor is now offering what it claims are the industry’s first 5 V 32-bit microcontrollers (MCUs) built on the ARM Cortex-M0+ processor. The new Kinetis E series features electromagnetic noise immunity for systems that traditionally use 8- and 16-bit MCUs, such as white goods and industrial applications, while providing high efficiency and optimal code density.
The devices are ideal for applications such as dishwashers, refrigerators, home and building control systems, motor control fans, industrial converters and other equipment commonly operating in high-noise environments. Leveraging their robust design and 32-bit processing capabilities, systems designers can use a single device instead of the multiple MCUs previously required.
In addition, large-pitch packaging options and high electrostatic discharge protection performance can enable single-layer board designs and reduce the need for additional circuit protection components.
Freescale offers both hardware features and pre-certified, fault-tolerant software routines engineered to help customers meet the IEC 60730 Class B safety standard for household appliances, which is mandatory in European markets.
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