Z8FMC16100AKSG

Microcontrollers Overview

The Z8FMC16100AKSG is an 8-bit microcontroller from the Z8 Encore! MC family, based on the eZ8 CPU core. It features 16 KB of Flash program memory and 512 bytes of SRAM. The device operates at a maximum clock frequency of 20 MHz within a voltage range of 2.7 V to 3.6 V. It includes 17 general-purpose I/O pins, an 8-channel 10-bit ADC, and a 12-bit PWM module for motor control. The component is housed in a 32-pin LQFP package and supports standard temperature operation from 0°C to +70°C.

Microcontrollers Feature Summary

• Integrated 12-bit PWM module with three complementary pairs or six independent outputs supporting dead-band generation and fault trip input.
• Includes one operational amplifier for current level-shifting and amplification, plus one analog comparator for over-current limiting.
• Features a high-speed 8-channel 10-bit ADC with sample and hold circuitry for voltage, current, and back-EMF sensing.
• Supports serial communication via UART with LIN interface, SPI controller, and I2C in Master, Slave, and Multimaster modes.

Microcontrollers Applications

• Control of single and multiphase variable-speed motors
• Large and small home appliances
• HVAC systems
• Automotive subsystems
• Power tools and personal care devices

Microcontrollers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix 'AKSG' against official documentation to confirm the LQFP-32 package type and the 0°C to +70°C standard operating temperature range. Ensure compatibility with lead-free manufacturing processes as indicated by the 'G' suffix designation. Cross-reference the part number with the manufacturer's current product selection guide to validate availability and any potential revisions to the datasheet.

Microcontrollers Selection Notes

Select this component when designing motor control applications requiring up to six PWM outputs and precise analog sensing capabilities. The inclusion of an internal precision oscillator simplifies design by reducing external crystal requirements. Consider the 17 GPIO count and integrated peripherals like the watchdog timer and single-pin debugger for efficient development cycles in space-constrained embedded systems.

Microcontrollers Part Context

This device belongs to the Z8FMC16100 series, which shares architectural similarities with the Z8FMC08100 and Z8FMC04100 variants. These parts differ primarily in Flash memory capacity (16 KB, 8 KB, and 4 KB respectively) while maintaining identical SRAM sizes, peripheral sets, and pin counts. The series is optimized for cost-effective motor control solutions using the eZ8 architecture.

Microcontrollers Replacement Considerations

Compatible substitutes within the same series include Z8FMC08100AKSG and Z8FMC04100AKSG, which offer reduced Flash memory but maintain identical pinouts and peripheral configurations. For extended temperature ranges, the Z8FMC16100AKEG variant provides -40°C to +105°C operation in the same LQFP-32 package.