NXP microcontrollers offer code size reductions

The LPC1100 is a low-price 32-bit MCU that is claimed to offer reductions in code size for all 8/16-bit applications.

With 15 members initially, the LPC1100 family is said to offer a seamless entry point for 8/16-bit customers looking to start with the scalable ARM architecture throughout product development.

With more than 45DMIPS of performance, the LPC1100 can execute both basic control tasks and sophisticated algorithms.

Shorter time to do more tasks translates into lower energy consumption.

This level of performance is delivered at 50MHz, with extensive power optimisation, at less than 10mA.

Industry standard Coremark benchmarks illustrate that the LPC1100 requires 40-50 per cent smaller code for most common MCU tasks.

Future product features will include: ultra-low-power options, CAN, 12-bit ADC and DAC, temperature sensor, high-resolution timer features, and advanced sensor interface.

The LPC1100 family is supported by development tools from IAR, Keil, Hitex, Code Red, and others.

NXP will also offer an easy to use development tool platform.

In addition, 48-pin LPQFP and PLCC44 packages will be available for socketed applications.