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NXP Semiconductors FRDM-MCXA346 MCXA346VLQ ARM Cortex-M33F Dev Board

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The NXP Semiconductors FRDM-MCXA346 development board provides a robust platform for rapid prototyping with MCX A34x microcontrollers, leveraging a powerful Arm Cortex-M33F core up to 180MHz and an integrated MCU-Link debugger for streamlined development.

Features

  • High-performance Arm Cortex-M33F core operating at up to 180MHz.
  • Features up to 1MB Flash memory and 256KB RAM with ECC for reliable operation.
  • Integrated MCU-Link debugger with USB Type-C connectivity for simplified development.
  • Flexible expansion options via Arduino, FRDM, and mikroBUSâ„¢ headers.
  • Supports advanced peripherals including CAN-FD, LPSPI, and LPUART interfaces.

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Description

The NXP Semiconductors FRDM-MCXA346 is a compact and highly scalable development board engineered for efficient prototyping with NXP Semiconductors’s MCX A345 and MCX A346 microcontrollers. At its core lies a 32-bit Arm Cortex-M33F processor, capable of reaching speeds up to 180MHz, providing substantial processing power for demanding embedded applications. The board is equipped with up to 1MB of flash memory and 256KB of RAM, featuring Error-Correcting Code (ECC) to ensure system stability and data integrity.

This development platform integrates essential features for a seamless workflow, including an onboard MCU-Link debugger with a convenient USB Type-C interface, eliminating the need for external debug probes. It offers extensive connectivity through standard serial interfaces and supports advanced peripherals like CAN-FD, LPSPI, LPUART, and SmartDMA, enabling complex system designs. With versatile expansion headers for Arduino, FRDM, and mikroBUS, developers can easily integrate a wide range of add-on modules, making the FRDM-MCXA346 an ideal choice for industrial, IoT, and automation solutions.

Key Features

  • High-performance Arm Cortex-M33F core up to 180MHz with FPU.
  • Up to 1MB Flash memory and 256KB RAM with ECC support.
  • Integrated MCU-Link debugger via USB Type-C for simplified debugging.
  • Comprehensive peripheral support: CAN-FD, LPSPI, LPUART.
  • Hardware acceleration for SmartDMA and MAU (Memory Access Unit).
  • Multiple expansion interfaces: Arduino, NXP Semiconductors FRDM, and mikroBUS headers.
  • Support for external flash memory integration.
  • User-friendly onboard components: RGB LED, Reset, and ISP buttons.

Applications

  • Industrial automation and control systems.
  • Internet of Things (IoT) gateways and edge devices.
  • Embedded sensing and data acquisition.
  • Smart home and building automation.
  • Motor control and power management.

Technical Specifications

Item TypeARM Cortex-M33 Development Board
CoreARM Cortex-M33F (32-bit)
FrequencyUp to 180MHz
FlashUp to 1MB
RAMUp to 256KB with ECC (8KB)
InterfacesCAN-FD, LPSPI, LPUART, USB Type-C
Dimensions90 × 55 × 15 mm
Weight50 g

Frequently Asked Questions

What core does the FRDM-MCXA346 use and what is its clock speed?

The FRDM-MCXA346 board features a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M33F processor, capable of operating at speeds up to 180MHz. This core integrates a Floating-Point Unit (FPU) for enhanced computational performance, making it suitable for demanding embedded applications requiring rapid data processing.

What development environments are supported by the FRDM-MCXA346?

The FRDM-MCXA346 is supported by NXP Semiconductors's MCUXpresso IDE and SDK, offering a comprehensive development environment for C/C++ programming. It also supports various ARM-compatible toolchains and RTOS options like Zephyr, enabling flexible software development for embedded projects.

What expansion options are available on the FRDM-MCXA346?

The FRDM-MCXA346 offers versatile expansion through standard Arduino, NXP Semiconductors FRDM, and mikroBUS headers. This broad compatibility allows developers to connect a wide array of shields, modules, and peripheral boards, accelerating prototyping and system integration for diverse applications.

Does the FRDM-MCXA346 development board include an onboard debugger?

Yes, the FRDM-MCXA346 includes an integrated MCU-Link debugger, accessible via a USB Type-C port. This onboard debugger simplifies flashing, debugging, and monitoring the target MCX A346 microcontroller without needing external debug probes, streamlining the development workflow.

Package Includes

  • 1 x NXP Semiconductors FRDM-MCXA346 MCXA346VLQ 32-bit ARM Cortex-M33F FRDM Development Board

Additional Information

Weight 0.05 kg
Dimensions 9 × 5.5 × 1.5 cm