CY8C20524-12PVXI

Overview

The CY8C20524-12PVXI is an 8-bit microcontroller from the Infineon PSoC 1 family, utilizing the M8C core. It features 8 kB of Flash program storage and 512 bytes of SRAM data memory. The device operates within a voltage range of 2.4 V to 5.25 V and supports a maximum clock frequency of 12 MHz. It includes up to 28 general-purpose I/O pins and integrates a CapSense analog system for capacitive sensing applications.

Feature Summary

• Integrates a configurable CapSense analog system supporting capacitive buttons, sliders, and proximity sensing without external components.
• Features a high-performance M8C CPU core with speeds up to 12 MHz and low power consumption modes.
• Includes programmable communication interfaces such as I2C slave and SPI master-slave modules.
• Provides flexible flash protection modes and in-system serial programming capabilities.

Applications

• Capacitive touch interface designs for multimedia keys
• Proximity sensing applications requiring finger detection through dielectric layers
• Low-power embedded systems utilizing sleep and watchdog timers
• LED control systems with configurable fading and color mixing

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix against the official datasheet to ensure correct package type and temperature rating. Confirm that the component matches the Infineon product portfolio continuity guidelines. Check for RoHS compliance status and humidity sensitivity levels prior to integration into manufacturing processes.

Selection Notes

Select this model when application requirements include integrated capacitive sensing hardware alongside standard MCU functions. Consider the 12 MHz operating speed and available GPIO count for system complexity. Evaluate the SSOP-28 package constraints against board layout requirements and thermal management needs.

Part Context

This component belongs to the CY8C20x24 series of Programmable System-on-Chips (PSoC). These devices are designed to replace multiple traditional MCU-based system components with a single chip. The architecture combines configurable analog and digital blocks with a fast CPU and on-chip memory.

Replacement Considerations

Consult the official datasheet for pin-compatible alternatives within the CY8C20224, CY8C20324, or CY8C20424 families. Verify functional equivalence regarding CapSense channel counts and memory sizes before substitution.