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NXP LPC178x/7x Cortex-M3 Microcontroller Datasheet
The NXP LPC178x/7x is a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M3 based microcontroller designed for embedded applications requiring high integration and low power dissipation. It operates at frequencies up to 120 MHz and includes an on-chip flash memory accelerator for optimal code execution performance.
The device features a comprehensive set of peripherals including Ethernet, USB Device/Host/OTG controllers, multiple UARTs, SSP interfaces, I2C-bus interfaces, ADC, DAC, and motor control PWM. It supports up to 512 kB of on-chip flash memory and 96 kB of SRAM.
NXP CORTEX-M3 specifications
| CPU Core | ARM Cortex-M3 |
|---|---|
| Max CPU Frequency | 120 MHz |
| Flash Memory | Up to 512 kB |
| SRAM | Up to 96 kB |
| Operating Voltage | 2.4 V to 3.6 V |
All NXP CORTEX-M3 documents by type
Ratings, dimensions and ordering codes, for selection and design work.
- NXP LPC178x/7x Cortex-M3 Microcontroller Datasheet 121 p
- NXP LPC185x/3x/2x/1x Cortex-M3 Microcontroller Datasheet 148 p
- NXP LPC1769/68/67/66/65/64/63 Cortex-M3 Microcontroller Datasheet 89 p
- NXP LPC1850/30/20/10 Cortex-M3 Microcontroller Datasheet 145 p
- NXP LPC15xx Cortex-M3 Microcontroller Product Data Sheet 100 p
Questions answered in these manuals
What is the maximum operating frequency of this microcontroller?
The LPC178x/7x operates at up to 120 MHz CPU frequency.
What voltage range does this device support for its power supply?
This microcontroller requires a single 3.3 V power supply with an operating range of 2.4 V to 3.6 V.
What is the maximum CPU frequency of the LPC185x/3x/2x/1x?
The microcontrollers operate at CPU frequencies of up to 180 MHz.
From: NXP LPC185x/3x/2x/1x Cortex-M3 Microcontroller Datasheet
What is the maximum flash memory capacity available?
The devices include up to 1 MB of flash memory.
From: NXP LPC185x/3x/2x/1x Cortex-M3 Microcontroller Datasheet
What is the maximum CPU frequency for the LPC1769?
The LPC1769 operates at CPU frequencies of up to 120 MHz.
From: NXP LPC1769/68/67/66/65/64/63 Cortex-M3 Microcontroller Datasheet
What is the maximum CPU frequency for the LPC1768/67/66/65/64/63?
These models operate at CPU frequencies of up to 100 MHz.
From: NXP LPC1769/68/67/66/65/64/63 Cortex-M3 Microcontroller Datasheet
