DF36022GFTV Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The DF36022GFTV is a 16-bit H8/300H Tiny microcontroller manufactured by Renesas Electronics Corporation, featuring 16KB FLASH memory and a 48-pin VQFN package. This device is classified as obsolete, making identification of functionally equivalent alternatives essential for ongoing system support and new design implementations. The part operates at 20MHz with a supply voltage range of 3V to 5.5V and includes integrated peripherals such as PWM, WDT, LVD, and POR functions.

Substiute Parts

DF36022GFTV

Renesas Electronics CorporationIn Stock: 865DF36022GFTV Datasheet

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MC9S12GC16CFAE

NXP SemiconductorsIn Stock: 2185MC9S12GC16CFAE Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the DF36022GFTV is determined by the following critical parameters:

• Core Architecture & Memory Configuration: Both devices must maintain 16-bit core architecture with 16KB FLASH program memory to ensure firmware compatibility and functional equivalence.
• Package Compatibility: The 48-pin surface mount package format must accommodate existing PCB layouts. The DF36022GFTV uses 48-VQFN (7x7); substitute parts may use alternative 48-pin packages (such as 48-LQFP) provided pin-to-pin compatibility is verified.
• Voltage Supply Range: Operating voltage must overlap with the original 3V to 5.5V specification to ensure compatibility with existing power supply designs.
• Peripheral Feature Set: Core peripherals (PWM, WDT, POR) must be present; additional peripherals in substitute parts do not disqualify substitution.
• Connectivity Interface: Serial communication capability (SCI or equivalent) must be maintained.
• Compliance & Certification: RoHS3 compliance and MSL rating must meet or exceed the original specification.

The MC9S12GC16CFAE qualifies as a substitute based on these criteria: it maintains 16-bit architecture, 16KB FLASH memory, compatible voltage range, required peripheral set, and equivalent compliance certifications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The MC9S12GC16CFAE is a qualified substitute for the DF36022GFTV based on the following engineering criteria:

• Memory Equivalence: Both devices feature identical 16KB FLASH program memory capacity, ensuring firmware compatibility without modification.
• Voltage Compatibility: The MC9S12GC16CFAE supply voltage range (2.35V ~ 5.5V) encompasses the original specification (3V ~ 5.5V), providing broader operational flexibility.
• Active Product Status: The MC9S12GC16CFAE is classified as active, ensuring long-term availability and supply chain continuity compared to the obsolete DF36022GFTV.
• Compliance Alignment: Both devices maintain ROHS3 compliance and identical MSL ratings, meeting regulatory and environmental requirements.
• Enhanced Capabilities: The substitute part provides increased RAM (1K x 8 vs. 512 x 8), additional I/O pins (31 vs. 30), expanded data converter channels (8x10b vs. 4x10b), and extended connectivity options (EBI/EMI, SCI, SPI vs. SCI only), offering design flexibility without compromising core functionality.
• Package Consideration: The MC9S12GC16CFAE uses 48-LQFP packaging instead of 48-VQFN. PCB layout modifications are required to accommodate the different package footprint.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the MC9S12GC16CFAE directly replace the DF36022GFTV without firmware changes?

A: The MC9S12GC16CFAE maintains identical program memory capacity (16KB FLASH) and 16-bit architecture. However, the devices use different processor cores (HCS12 vs. H8/300H), requiring firmware recompilation and validation for the target architecture. Instruction set compatibility is not guaranteed between these processor families.

Q: What are the package differences between these parts?

A: The DF36022GFTV uses a 48-VQFN (7x7) package, while the MC9S12GC16CFAE uses a 48-LQFP (7x7) package. Both are 48-pin surface mount packages with identical 7x7mm body dimensions, but the pin layouts and footprints differ. PCB redesign is necessary for physical substitution.

Q: Does the MC9S12GC16CFAE support the same peripheral functions?

A: The MC9S12GC16CFAE includes PWM, WDT, and POR peripherals matching the DF36022GFTV. The original part includes an LVD (Low Voltage Detector) peripheral not listed for the substitute. The MC9S12GC16CFAE provides additional connectivity options (EBI/EMI, SPI) and expanded A/D converter channels (8x10b vs. 4x10b).

Q: What is the operating temperature range difference?

A: The DF36022GFTV operates from -20°C to 75°C, while the MC9S12GC16CFAE operates from -40°C to 85°C. The substitute part provides an extended temperature range, suitable for broader environmental applications.

Q: Are both parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes, both the DF36022GFTV and MC9S12GC16CFAE are ROHS3 compliant with identical MSL ratings of 3 (168 Hours), meeting current regulatory and environmental standards.

Q: What is the significance of the active product status for the MC9S12GC16CFAE?

A: Active product status indicates ongoing manufacturing and distribution support. The DF36022GFTV is obsolete, meaning production has ceased and future availability is limited. Selecting the MC9S12GC16CFAE ensures long-term supply chain reliability and component availability for production and maintenance.