STMicroelectronics ST19NA18 Smartcard MCU Datasheet

This document mainly introduces the main features of ST19NA18 microcontroller, including CPU, RAM, ROM, EEPROM, security features, etc.


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Brand
STMicroelectronics
Category
microcontrollers
Document type
Datasheet
Language
English
Pages
4
File format
PDF
File size
88 KB
Published
07 August, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
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1D5ED2FE4D99CE5731B71CC8A534D613

About this manual

The ST19NA18 is a serial access microcontroller designed for cost-effective secure portable applications such as Pay TV, banking, and secure systems. It utilizes advanced CMOS EEPROM technology and includes on-chip memories (User ROM, RAM, and EEPROM) with customizable partitions and hardware security firewalls to protect data integrity.

The device features an enhanced 8-bit CPU capable of high-speed operation up to 28 MHz. Key security components include a Hardware Security Enhanced DES accelerator supporting symmetrical algorithms like DES and Triple DES, and a Modular Arithmetic Processor (MAP) for public key cryptography operations such as RSA signatures.

What's inside

  • Features summary
  • Security features
  • Cryptographic performances
  • Description
  • Software development
  • Revision history

Specifications

CPU TypeEnhanced 8-bit CPU
User ROM Size128 Kbytes
User RAM Size4 Kbytes
User EEPROM Size18 Kbytes
OTP Memory64 Bytes User + 64 Bytes ST OTP
Max Clock Frequency28 MHz
Supply Voltage Ranges3V and 5V
Data Retention10-year
Endurance500,000 cycles
Erase Time (1-64 Bytes)1.5 ms

Frequently asked questions

What are the main applications for the ST19NA18?

The device is intended for Pay TV, Banking, and Secure applications.

Does the ST19NA18 support RSA cryptography?

Yes, it includes a Modular Arithmetic Processor (MAP) that supports RSA 1024-bit and 2048-bit signatures.

What is the maximum clock speed of the ST19NA18?

The internal clock frequency can reach up to 28 MHz.

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