LPC2917FBD144/01

Introduction to LPC2917FBD144/01
The LPC2917FBD144/01 is an NXP LPC29xx microcontroller built around an ARM7TDMI-S core, in a 144‑pin LQFP package (FBD144). The “/01” suffix is the device revision.
Key points
- Core and speed: ARM7TDMI-S core, typically up to about 60 MHz.
- Memory: on‑chip flash and RAM; exact sizes depend on the exact variant (usually hundreds of KB of flash and tens of KB of RAM).
- Peripherals: broad mix including multiple UARTs, SPI, I2C, PWM/timers, and ADC; CAN 2.0B; USB full‑speed on many variants; Ethernet MAC in some configurations.
- Other features: boot ROM, watchdog timer, debug interface (JTAG/SWD).
Packaging and use
- 144‑pin LQFP offering ample GPIOs for embedded control.
- Suitable for automotive, motor control, industrial automation, and other embedded applications requiring moderate performance with rich peripherals.
Development
- Refer to the official datasheet and user manual for exact memory sizes and peripheral set. Tools: NXP support (LPCXpresso, Keil, IAR, etc.).

LPC2917FBD144/01 features (concise):
- ARM7TDMI-S 32-bit MCU, up to 60 MHz
- On-chip flash with ISP/IAP (In-System and In-Application Programming)
- On-chip SRAM
- 10/100 Mbps Ethernet MAC with DMA (MII/RMII)
- Serial peripherals: multiple UARTs, plus SPI and I2C
- 12-bit ADC with several channels
- PWM outputs and multiple general-purpose timers
- Real-time clock and watchdog timer
- External memory interface for Flash/SRAM
- Debug support: JTAG/on-chip debug
- Power-saving modes and wake-up options
- Package: 144-pin LQFP

- Pin count: 144 pins (LQFP144 package)
- Function: LPC29xx family ARM7TDMI-S based microcontroller with onboard peripherals (e.g., Ethernet MAC/PHY, memory interfaces, timers, etc.). In short: a 144-pin MCU with integrated Ethernet capabilities.

- Manufacturer: NXP Semiconductors (formerly Philips Semiconductors).
- What kind of company: A Dutch multinational semiconductor company that designs and manufactures embedded processors, microcontrollers, analog/mixed-signal ICs, and security/connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and consumer markets. Headquarters in Eindhoven, Netherlands.

Typical application areas for LPC2917FBD144/01:
- Industrial automation and process control
- Motor control and power electronics
- Building/home automation
- Automotive and transportation electronics
- Networking, gateways and fieldbus interfaces
- Medical instrumentation and data acquisition
- Consumer electronics and embedded devices

LPC2917FBD144/01 uses a 144-pin LQFP package (Thin Plastic Quad Flat Package).