Tackling software costs and complexity

The S32K3 family includes scalable 32-bit Arm® Cortex®-M7-based MCUs in single, dual, and lockstep core configurations supporting ASIL B/D safety applications.

S32K3 MCUs feature hardware security engine (HSE) with NXP firmware, support for firmware over-the-air (FOTA) updates and free ISO 26262 compliant Real-Time Drivers (RTD) for AUTOSAR® and non-AUTOSAR.

S32K3 MCUs are available in the new NXP MaxQFP package, which reduces the package footprint by up to 55% when compared to the standard QFP package.

S32K3 MCUs: simplifying software development for automotive and industrial

S32K3 help reduce automotive software cost and complexity, enabling the development of smarter, safer, and more secure vehicles.

Newly featured products

S32K312MINI-EVB Evaluation Board for Automotive General Purpose

The S32K312MINI-EVB is an evaluation board for general-purpose industrial and automotive applications.

Based on the 32-bit Arm®Cortex®-M7 S32K3 MCU in a 172 HDQFP package, the S32K312MINI-EVB offers a single core mode, HSE security engine, OTA support, advanced connectivity and low power.

The S32K312MINI-EVB offers a standard-based form factor compatible with the Arduino® UNO pin layout, providing a broad range of expansion board options for quick application prototyping and demonstration.

S32K312MINI-EVB Overview

Purpose: Designed for general-purpose industrial and automotive applications.


Core Features:

  • MCU: 32-bit Arm® Cortex®-M7 (S32K3 series)
  • Package: 172-pin HDQFP
  • Operating Mode: Single core
  • Security: Integrated HSE (Hardware Security Engine)
  • Connectivity: Advanced options including OTA (Over-the-Air) support
  • Power Efficiency: Optimized for low power consumption

Form Factor:

  • Compatible with Arduino® UNO pin layout
  • Enables easy prototyping with a wide range of Arduino shields and expansion boards
S32K312MINI

S32K388EVB-Q289 Evaluation Board for Automotive General Purpose

S32K388EVB-Q289 Evaluation Board

The S32K388EVB-Q289 is a versatile development board for industrial and automotive applications, built around the 32-bit Arm® Cortex®-M7 S32K3 MCU in a 289 MAPBGA package. It supports multicore operation, secure processing via the HSE_B engine, and over-the-air (OTA) updates.


Key Features:

  • Multicore support and advanced security with HSE_B.
  • Dual 1 Gbit Ethernet ports for high-speed connectivity.
  • Low-power design ideal for embedded applications.
  • Arduino® UNO-compatible form factor for flexible expansion and rapid prototyping.

S32K116-Q048 Evaluation Board for Automotive General Purpose

S32K116EVB2Q048 Evaluation Board

The S32K116EVB2Q048 is a cost-effective development board designed for industrial and automotive applications. Powered by the 32-bit Arm® Cortex®-M0+ S32K11x MCU, it supports rapid prototyping and is available in two versions, both compatible with the Arduino® UNO pin layout for easy expansion.


Key Features:

  • Arduino® UNO form factor for broad ecosystem compatibility.
  • Integrated security module compliant with Secure Hardware Extension (SHE) for secure application development.
  • Ideal for quick prototyping and demonstration of embedded solutions.

S32M2 Microcontrollers for an Integrated Solution for 12V Motor Control

S32M2 Motor Control SiP Family

The S32M2 family from NXP is a system-in-package (SiP) solution tailored for 12V motor control applications. It combines high-voltage analog components, such as MOSFET gate drivers, LIN/CAN FD interfaces, and voltage regulators, with a powerful embedded MCU (S32K Arm® Cortex®-M4/M7), delivering high performance and ISO 26262 ASIL B functional safety.


Key Benefits:

  • Platform-based design for faster development and time to market.
  • Advanced diagnostics and algorithms for motor/inverter health and reduced cabin noise.
  • Seamless integration with NXP’s S32 Automotive Platform for FOTA updates and software reuse.
  • System-level cost efficiency via integrated components (PWM, ADCs, timers, NVM) in a compact 64-pin LQFP-EP package

Applications

Automotive applications

  • Automotive zone controller
  • Battery management system
  • Belt-driven starter generator (BSG)
  • Body controllers
  • E-shifter
  • Electric pumps
  • Infotainment IO controller

Additional applications

  • Industrial safety control
  • Aerospace
  • Precision medical

MCUs

S32K344EHT1VPBST

S32K344 Arm Cortex-M7, 160 MHz, 4 MB flash, CAN FD, Ethernet, HSE B security, 172 MaxQFP – S32K MCUs for general purpose. 

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S32K344EHT1VMMST

S32K344 Arm Cortex-M7, 160 MHz, 4 MB flash, CAN FD, Ethernet, HSE B security, 257 MAPBGA – S32K MCUs for general purpose.

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Development boards

S32K3X4EVB-Q172

The S32K3X4EVB-Q172 is an evaluation and development board for general purpose automotive applications.

Based on the 32-bit Arm® Cortex®-M7 S32K3 MCU in a 172 MaxQFP package, the S32K3X4EVB-Q172 offers dual cores configured in lockstep mode, ASIL D safety hardware, HSE security engine, OTA support, advanced connectivity and low power.

For supply reasons 2 versions of this EVB are currently offered:

  1. S32K3X4EVB-Q257: all components populated
  2. S32K3X4EVBQ257ND: Kinetis K26 MCU not populated, requires external debugger e.g. IAR I-jet, PEmicro Multilink, CYCLONE-FX, CYCLONE-LC, Lauterbach PowerDebug USB 3 and PowerDebug PRO, SEGGER J-Link, iSYSTEM BlueBoxes iC5000/iC5700, Keil's ULINK, Green Hills Probe

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S32K3X4EVB-Q257 / S32K3X4EVBQ257ND

The S32K3X4EVB-Q257 is a full-featured evaluation and development board for general purpose automotive applications.

Based on the 32-bit Arm® Cortex®-M7 S32K3 MCU in a 257 MPABGA package, the full-featured S32K3X4EVB-Q257 offers dual cores configured in lockstep mode, ASIL D safety hardware, HSE security engine, OTA support, advanced connectivity and low power.

For supply reasons 2 versions of this EVB are currently offered:

  1. S32K3X4EVB-Q257: all components populated
  2. S32K3X4EVBQ257ND: Kinetis K26 MCU not populated, requires external debugger e.g. IAR I-jet, PEmicro Multilink, CYCLONE-FX, CYCLONE-LC, Lauterbach PowerDebug USB 3 and PowerDebug PRO, SEGGER J-Link, iSYSTEM BlueBoxes iC5000/iC5700, Keil's ULINK, Green Hills Probe

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