NXP launched the i MX RT crossover MCU

     NXP Semiconductor announced the launch of the new i MX RT1180 cross-border MCU, as the first microcontroller integrated with gigabit (Gbps) time sensitive network (TSN) switch in the series, can realize time sensitive and industrial real-time communication at the same time, and supports multiple communication protocols, bridging the communication gap between the existing industrial system and the Industry 4.0 system. This crossover MCU also comes with EdgeLock  The security lock area is a pre configured self managed autonomous security subsystem on chip, which can achieve reliable system level security intelligence and reduce complexity for industrial IoT applications.

     The industrial environment is gradually developing towards Industry 4.0, and the combination of network protocols becomes more and more complex. It is difficult to achieve seamless industrial connection between time sensitive communication and real-time communication. i. MX RT1180 provides the multi protocol connectivity required for seamless connection, and can promote the realization of a unified and secure industrial Internet of Things communication environment among all edge devices in the factory. The integrated EdgeLock security lock zone can provide complex network systems with security startup, verification debugging, lifecycle security management, advanced key management, and tamper monitoring functions, thus meeting the requirements for trust roots.

     i. MX RT1180 provides a variety of packaging options, with a minimum package of 10x10mm BGA. It can meet the functions required by real-time industrial networks in an ultra small size. It can more easily integrate TSN and industrial network related functions into a wider range of industrial applications, including I/O management, motor control, compact motion control or gateway applications. In addition to being an integrated solution, i MX RT1180 can also be used as an auxiliary chip in the network system to provide all the required industrial network connections for the host processor through the expandable connectivity. It can achieve seamless gigabit direct communication with the host without onboard PHY, thus saving additional power consumption and costs. In addition, automobile connection applications increasingly rely on the support of Ethernet TSN to achieve high bandwidth and transmit real-time control data, i MX RT1180 can also play a role in this field. In the automotive sector, i MX RT1180 can be used as an intelligent switch between different automotive ECUs.

     Jeff Steinheider, Vice President and General Manager of Edge Processing Business Unit of NXP Semiconductor Industry, said: "Customers in the industrial and automotive industries want to provide more and more advanced network functions, so the solution is required not only to have processing power, but also to manage time sensitive network traffic. i.MX RT1180 provides an integrated solution of integrated switch and EdgeLock security lock zone, which can meet the needs of automotive and industrial Internet of Things applications at the same time, and handle time sensitive traffic and non time critical traffic, thus helping customers Realize the safety automation system with advanced real-time communication function. "

     i. MX RT1180, as a high-performance cross-border MCU, can work in the extended industrial temperature range of - 40 ° C to 125 ° C, using dual core architecture and integrating 800 MHz Arm  Cortex - M7 and Cortex-M33 cores enable design flexibility. The integrated PMIC (power management integrated circuit) of this device is designed for high energy efficiency. It is suitable for the application scenarios with power consumption of 250mW and above. It helps to achieve excellent energy efficiency in many industrial applications, and also reduces the complexity and cost of circuit boards. i. The MX RT1180 is equipped with up to 5 gigabit network ports, and supports the latest TSN standard, as well as a variety of industrial real-time network protocols, including EtherCAT, Profinet, Ethernet/IP, CC Link IE or HSR. i. MX RT1180 can also help OEMs easily make their equipment meet ISA/IEC 62443-4-1 and - 4-2 standards.