LPC1800 Series: High-Performance Microcontrollers (MCUs) based on Arm® Cortex®-M3 Cores

LPC1800 Series microcontrollers

At 180 MHz, LPC1800 series MCUs combine the industry's fastest Arm® Cortex®-M3 core with multiple high-speed connectivity options, advanced timers, analog and optional security features to secure code and data communications. All LPC18xx families include flash and flashless options and support large, flexible internal and external memory configurations.

The LPC1800 MCUs are ideal solutions for:

  • Consumer and computing products
  • Building automation, industrial control and energy-efficient smart appliances with UI
  • Automotive aftermarket accessories, including telematics
  • Secure communication hubs, smart IoT gateways, secure industrial gateways
  • Medical and fitness devices
  • Smart meters, industrial controls and automation
  • Diagnostic equipment, data collectors and navigation, electronic instruments

LPC1800 MCU families

  • LPC181x: Range of serial connectivity, advanced timers, analog and high-speed connectivity including CAN 2.0
  • LPC182x: Range of serial connectivity, advanced timers, analog and high-speed connectivity including Hi-Speed USB, CAN 2.0
  • LPC183x: Range of serial connectivity, advanced timers, analog and high-speed connectivity including Hi-Speed USB, CAN 2.0, 10/100 Ethernet
  • LPC185x: Range of serial connectivity, advanced timers, analog and high-speed connectivity including Hi-Speed USB, CAN 2.0, 10/100 Ethernet and graphic LCD controller
  • LPC18Sxx: Full range of high-speed connectivity, timing and analog features combined with security features for code and data protection, including AES encryption, OTP key storage and true random number generation

LPC18XX Block Diagram