ACROVIEW, a leader in chip programming, has officially expanded its compatible device coverage with the release of its latest programming software. Its flagship product, the universal programming platform AP8000, now fully supports XHSC's automotive-grade 32-bit microcontroller HC32A052FAU.

The HC32A052FAU is an AEC-Q100 Grade 2 automotive-grade 32-bit MCU from XHSC, based on the ARM Cortex-M0+ core with a maximum main frequency of 64MHz, designed for various automotive node control applications.

Product Features

• 64MHz Cortex-M0+ 32-bit CPU platform

• Flexible power management system

• 20μA@3V in deep sleep mode: all clocks off, power-on reset active, I/O states retained, I/O interrupts active, all registers, RAM and CPU data preserved

• 40μA/MHz@3V@64MHz in active mode: CPU running from Flash

• 9μs wake-up time for efficient mode switching and faster system response

• 128KB Flash memory with erase/write protection

• 16KB RAM with parity check for enhanced system stability

• General-purpose I/O pins (40 I/O for 48-pin, 26 I/O for 32-pin)

• Clocks and oscillators

• External high-speed crystal (XTH): 8~24MHz

• External low-speed crystal (XTL): 32.768kHz

• Internal high-speed RC oscillator (RCH): 12MHz

• Internal low-speed RC oscillator (RCL): 32.768/38.4kHz

• PLL clock: up to 64MHz

• Hardware support for internal/external clock calibration and monitoring

• Timers/Counters

• 2 composite 16-bit timers/counters

• 4 high-performance 16-bit timers/counters

• 1 low-power 16-bit timer/counter

• 1 independent WDT using 32kHz oscillator for counting

• 1 window WDT using system clock for counting

• Communication interfaces

• 2 USART standard communication interfaces

• Up to 2 LPUART low-power communication interfaces, operable in deep sleep mode

• Up to 2 SPI standard communication interfaces

• 2 I2C standard communication interfaces

• 1 I2C slave communication interface

• 1 CAN communication interface

• Timer used as buzzer frequency generator

• Hardware RTC module

• Hardware CRC-16/CRC-32 module

• Hardware 32-bit divider/square-root extractor

• Globally unique 10-byte ID

• Integrated 12-bit 1Msps high-speed high-precision SAR ADC with built-in follower for measuring weak external signals

• Integrated high-precision temperature sensor

• Integrated 2 voltage comparators with 64-step programmable reference input

• Integrated low-voltage detector (LVD) with 16 configurable comparison levels for monitoring port voltage and supply voltage

• Integrated 2 operational amplifiers

• SWD debug solution with full-featured debugger

• Operating conditions: -40~105℃, 2.0~5.5V

• AEC-Q100 Grade 2 compliant

• Packages: LQFP48, QFN32

Functional Block Diagram

The AP8000 universal programmer, independently developed by ACROVIEW, has become a benchmark professional programming solution in the industry. It supports flexible configurations from single-site to eight-site parallel programming, and offers both online and offline operating modes. Dedicated programming solutions for eMMC, UFS and other memory chips are also available. The AP8000 fully covers both bare-chip offline programming and on-board programming for the entire XHSC MCU family. With its innovative modular design consisting of three core modules—main unit, baseboard, and adapter socket—the AP8000 delivers outstanding compatibility and scalability. As a universal programming platform, it not only adapts to various programmable chips on the market, but also serves as the core component of ACROVIEW's automated batch programming system IPS5800S, delivering stable and high-performance handling of large-scale programming tasks to meet mass production requirements.

The AP8000 main unit features flexible connectivity with both USB and NET interfaces, enabling easy networking of multiple programmers. Through networking, users can conveniently achieve synchronized control of multiple programmers for efficient parallel programming operations. In terms of safety, the main unit is equipped with intelligent safety protection circuitry that monitors chip placement and circuit connections in real time. In case of abnormal conditions such as reverse insertion or short circuits, it immediately triggers a power-off protection mechanism to safeguard both the chip and the programmer. A high-speed FPGA chip inside the main unit significantly boosts data transmission and processing efficiency, ensuring smooth and efficient programming. For enhanced convenience, an SD card slot is provided on the back of the main unit. Users can store project files generated on a PC to an SD card, insert it into the slot, and then perform file selection, loading, and programming operations via the programmer's physical buttons—enabling standalone operation without a PC. This design reduces dependency on computer hardware, simplifies workspace setup, and greatly improves operational flexibility.

In terms of scalability and compatibility, the AP8000 adopts a modular combination of baseboard and adapter board, effectively expanding the main unit's capabilities. To date, the device supports products from all major semiconductor manufacturers, including SK hynix, Micron, SANDISK, ASR, Kingston, and others. Its supported device types cover NAND, NOR, MCU, CPLD, FPGA, EMMC, and more, and it is fully compatible with industry-standard file formats such as Intel Hex, Motorola S, Binary, and POF, providing users with a one-stop, full-scenario chip programming solution.

Company Profiles

About XHSC: XHSC (XiaoHua Semiconductor) is a core subsidiary of Huada Semiconductor Co., Ltd., which is the integrated circuit business platform under China Electronics Corporation (CEC). XHSC was formerly the MCU business unit of Huada Semiconductor. Focusing on home appliances, industrial, automotive, and IoT applications, XHSC specializes in the design of core intelligent control chips, offering four major product lines—general-purpose control, motor control, automotive electronics, and ultra-low-power—along with a complete system-level solution including corresponding algorithms and software.

About ACROVIEW: ACROVIEW is a national-level "Little Giant" enterprise specializing in the R&D, manufacturing, and sales of semiconductor chip testing and programming equipment. The company is committed to empowering the entire industry chain—including Fabless, IDM, OSAT, wafer fabs, and end-device manufacturers—through innovative semiconductor testing technologies and solutions. ACROVIEW's pioneering ABI (Auto Burn-In) system greatly enhances chip burn-in testing efficiency and reduces per-DUT test costs. The company also provides equipment and solutions across all stages from PSV, CP, FT, ABI, SLT to programming. By seamlessly integrating leading product technology, system-level expertise, and a globally distributed R&D and sales service network, ACROVIEW creates value for customers to gain competitive advantages in the market.