R7FA6M5BH3CFC
200MHz Arm Cortex-M33 MCU with 2MB Flash, 640KB RAM, TrustZone, Ethernet, and USB for industrial IoT applications.
Product Overview
Description
The R7FA6M5BH3CFC is a high-performance RA6M5 MCU featuring a 200MHz Arm Cortex-M33 core with TrustZone security technology.
With 2MB Flash memory and 640KB SRAM, it provides ample resources for complex IoT applications requiring secure connectivity.
The device includes advanced peripherals such as Ethernet MAC, USB Full-Speed, CAN FD, and SDHI, making it ideal for industrial automation and building control.
Product Series
R
Primary Application
Industrial automation
Key Features
- Arm Cortex-M33 with TrustZone security
- 200 MHz operation with 99 CoreMark/MHz
- 2MB code flash with background operation
- 640KB SRAM with parity/ECC
- Ethernet MAC with IEEE 1588 support
- USB 2.0 Full-Speed device/host/OTG
- CAN FD interface
- 12-bit ADC at 1 MSPS
Specifications
| Core | Arm Cortex-M33 with TrustZone |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 200 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 2 MB |
| RAM | 640 KB |
| GPIO | Up to 145 |
| Package | LQFP-176, LQFP-144 |
Applications
Industrial automation
Industrial automation and control
Building automation
Industrial automation and control
IoT gateways
Electronic system design
Medical devices
Medical electronics
Smart meters
Electronic system design
FAE Expert Insights
"The RA6M5 is my go-to recommendation for industrial IoT applications requiring security and connectivity. The 200MHz Cortex-M33 with TrustZone provides excellent performance while enabling robust security architectures. I've successfully deployed this MCU in building automation systems where the integrated Ethernet and CAN FD were essential. The 2MB Flash is generous for complex applications with multiple communication stacks. The FSP software package significantly accelerates development with production-ready drivers. I particularly appreciate the memory protection features and the comprehensive security options. For new industrial IoT designs, this MCU offers an excellent balance of performance, security, and peripherals."
Excellent security and connectivity for industrial IoT
— David Chen, BeiLuo
Frequently Asked Questions
What security features does the RA6M5 offer?
The RA6M5 provides comprehensive security through Arm TrustZone technology, enabling secure and non-secure execution environments. It includes hardware cryptography accelerators for AES, RSA, and ECC, secure boot with root of trust, and tamper detection. The device supports secure firmware updates and includes memory protection units. TrustZone allows isolation of critical security functions from application code, protecting against various attack vectors.
For security-critical IoT applications, utilize TrustZone to isolate security functions. Contact us for secure architecture guidance.
How do I get started with RA6M5 development?
Start by downloading Renesas e2 studio IDE and the Flexible Software Package (FSP) from the Renesas website. Purchase the EK-RA6M5 evaluation kit for hardware prototyping. The FSP Configurator tool helps generate initialization code. Extensive code examples are available covering Ethernet, USB, and security features. The Renesas Academy provides free online training. For technical support, our FAE team can assist with architecture design and debugging.
Download e2 studio and FSP, purchase EK-RA6M5 evaluation kit. Contact us for training and support resources.