MK10DX256VMC7

Embedded - Microcontrollers

The MK10DX256VMC7 is an embedded 32-bit microcontroller based on the ARM Cortex-M4 core. It was designed by Freescale Semiconductor, now known as integrated device technology (IDT). This microcontroller is used in various electronic and electrical projects.

Application Fields

The MK10DX256VMC7 is used in many industrial and consumer application fields. Among them are automotive, home appliances, medical equipment, industrial control systems, and many other embedded systems. It is found in radio transceivers and data collection systems, and is also used to control heavy machinery, such as robots and pumps.

In the automotive sector, this microcontroller is used for airbag system control, transmission control, traction control, navigation control and engine control. In the medical field, it is used for dental imaging systems, MRI scanners and medical data collection. It is also used in home automation and in power engineering, for energy management and lighting control.

Working Principle

The MK10DX256VMC7 is based on a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M4 core. It has 256 KB programmable flash memory, 64 KB SRAM, and various integrated peripherals. The processor runs at a maximum frequency of 72 MHz, which is adjustable to 24, 48 and 72 MHz, depending on the application requirements. It also has various peripheral devices, such as a direct memory access (DMA) controller and a 12-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC). The microcontroller is also equipped with several communication interfaces, such as USB, CAN, Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI), UART, I2C and I2S. These interfaces enable the microcontroller to communicate with other components such as sensors, actuators, memories and LCD displays.

The MK10DX256VMC7 microcontroller can be programmed using an assembly language or a high-level language such as C, C++, and Java. The processor can support various real-time features such as millisecond delays, interrupt handling, system modes, and priority levels. The integrated peripherals can be programmed to perform various tasks, such as serial communication, ADC conversion, and PWM generation. These peripheral devices are typically connected to the processor via the CPU bus.

The MK10DX256VMC7 is a highly integrated and powerful microcontroller, which can be used in a variety of application fields. It is a low-power device which can operate at temperatures ranging from -40°C up to 125°C. Its compact size and low power consumption make it an ideal choice for embedded applications.