Infineon/CYPRESS CY7C68013A-56LTXI

12/06/2025
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Overview

The CY7C68013A-56LTXI is a high-speed USB 2.0 microcontroller based on an enhanced 8051 core, operating at 48 MHz and integrating Cypress’s flexible GPIF/Slave FIFO interface. With full-speed and high-speed USB support (12 Mbps / 480 Mbps), this device offers predictable throughput and low-latency data transfer. The 56-pin QFN package, internal FIFOs, and programmable USB engine make it well suited for imaging, data loggers, USB-to-serial bridges, measurement instruments, and embedded high-bandwidth applications.

Core Parameters

Parameter	Specification
USB Support	USB 2.0 High-Speed (480 Mbps) & Full-Speed (12 Mbps)
CPU	Enhanced 8051, 48 MHz
Program Memory	16 KB
Data RAM	4 KB
Interface Engine	GPIF & Slave FIFO (programmable)
I/O Ports	24 GPIOs
Package	56-pin QFN
Operating Temperature	–40°C to +85°C (Industrial)
Supply Voltage	3.3 V core / 1.8 V internal regulator
Endpoint Buffers	4 × 512-byte FIFOs (double-buffer capable)

Features

USB 2.0 High-Speed (480 Mbps) with on-chip transceiver
8051 MCU running at 48 MHz with instruction optimizations
GPIF (General Programmable Interface) for parallel data transfers
Slave FIFO interface supporting burst-oriented streaming
Automatic USB enumeration with integrated descriptors
Multiple 512-byte endpoint FIFOs, configurable as double- or triple-buffered
24 GPIOs supporting interrupt capability and alternate functions
Supports I2C, UART, and GPIF waveform programming
Low-power suspend mode, wake-up support
Industrial temperature rating (–40°C to +85°C)

Typical Application Scenarios

Application	Why CY7C68013A-56LTXI Fits
USB Data Acquisition Systems	High-speed bulk transfers and configurable FIFOs enable fast streaming
Imaging / Camera Modules	GPIF supports continuous pixel data flow
USB-to-Parallel / USB-to-Serial Converters	Programmable interface engine adapts to many protocols
FPGA-USB Bridges	Slave FIFO simplifies high-bandwidth FPGA communication
Logic Analyzers & Test Instruments	Low latency and deterministic endpoint behavior
Embedded System Debuggers	8051 integration + USB engine reduces external components

Performance Comparison

Feature	CY7C68013A-56LTXI	Traditional 8051 MCU + External USB Chip	USB Full-Speed Microcontroller
USB Speed	480 Mbps	Depends on external USB device	12 Mbps (limited)
FIFO Buffers	Up to 4 × 512 bytes	External or none	Very limited
Interface Flexibility	GPIF / Slave FIFO	Complex external design	Mostly UART/SPI only
Throughput	High	Medium	Low
Integration Level	High	Low	Medium

Conclusion

The CY7C68013A-56LTXI remains one of the most flexible and proven USB 2.0 interface microcontrollers available. Its 48 MHz enhanced 8051 core, high-speed USB transceiver, configurable FIFOs, and GPIF interface make it a strong fit for designs that demand consistent throughput and adaptable parallel data handling. Whether you are building test equipment, imaging modules, USB bridges, or data acquisition devices, this MCU delivers a stable, well-understood, and widely supported platform.

Manufacturer Profile

Cypress Semiconductor (now part of Infineon Technologies) is known for its USB controllers, PSoC microcontrollers, memories, and connectivity solutions. The FX2LP USB family, including the CY7C68013A series, is widely adopted in industrial, consumer, and instrumentation products requiring reliable high-speed USB communication.

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