High Performance Controller

KCU GEN2

A second-generation high-performance vehicle controller with Infineon TC387 multi-core processing, CAN FD, Ethernet, and rich I/O for SDV, EV, and EVCC applications.

Positioning

A second-generation high-performance vehicle controller with Infineon TC387 multi-core processing, CAN FD, Ethernet, and rich I/O for SDV, EV, and EVCC applications.

Built for high-performance VCU, domain controller, SDV, and next-generation EV platforms.

Improves compute, networking, and I/O expansion over GEN1 for more complex control strategies.

Can serve as the hardware basis for EVCC or advanced VCU programs.

Key Advantages

Multi-Core Compute

Infineon TC387 with 4 TriCore 300MHz for demanding vehicle-control and communication workloads.

High-Bandwidth Networking

CAN 2.0B / CAN-FD, LIN Master, and Ethernet support next-generation vehicle networks.

Rich I/O

20 analog inputs, 22 digital inputs, 4 frequency inputs, and 34 power outputs.

Expandable Applications

Extends to EVCC, domain control, and SDV data-integration scenarios.

System Architecture

High-Performance Core

TC387 multi-core MCU handles real-time control, communication management, and advanced vehicle application logic.

Vehicle I/O and Drivers

Analog, digital, and frequency inputs plus high-side / low-side PWM driver outputs.

Vehicle Network Expansion

CAN FD, LIN, and Ethernet connect BMS, motor controllers, charging systems, and vehicle-gateway functions.

Safety Architecture

MCU Protection Mechanisms

Lockstep CPU mechanism
Flash / RAM error detection and correction
MPU memory protection to restrict Flash and RAM access by configured modules
MBIST / LBIST power-on and self-test features

SBC Protection Mechanisms

Power monitoring for VDD, ADC reference, and CPU core voltages
External watchdog for safety-critical tasks
Power-on self-test of the chip

Input and Output Chip Diagnostics

Output short-circuit detection
Input fault detection
Sensor power supply short-circuit protection

Security Architecture

Secure Boot

Supports secure boot trust-chain signature verification to ensure bootloader and application integrity and prevent unauthorized program execution.

Secure Programming

Uses authentication, authorization, and encryption during software download so only authorized software can be programmed into the controller.

Secure Diagnosis

Supports CMAC / HMAC unlock with HSM-managed keys, restricting diagnostic access and protecting diagnostic data.

Secure Communication

Supports AUTOSAR SecOC for encrypted communication and message verification, protecting confidentiality and integrity between controllers and external networks.

Specifications

Control Core

Main CPU	Infineon TC387
CPU Clock	4 TriCore 300MHz
Memory	10 MB Flash / 1.5 MB SRAM
Platform	High-performance automotive controller platform

Power & Sensor Supply

Supply Voltage	DC 9-36V
Sensor Supply	4 channels of 5V sensor supply
System Fit	For 12V / 24V vehicle systems and next-generation EV platforms

Input Interfaces

Analog Inputs	20 analog inputs
Digital Inputs	22 MSDI digital inputs
Frequency Inputs	4 frequency inputs
Use Case	Multi-sensor, switch, and periodic-signal integration

Outputs & Communication

Low Side Drivers	28 low-side driver outputs with PWM support
High Side Drivers	6 high-side driver outputs with PWM support
Communication	4 CAN 2.0B / CAN-FD, 1 LIN Master, 1 Ethernet
Connector	Molex 112 pins

Expansion Applications

EVCC	Electric Vehicle Communication Controller expansion
SDV / EV	Supports SDV and EV control platform development

Software & Integration

Supports advanced VCU / domain-controller application development for complex strategies and vehicle-data integration.

CAN FD / Ethernet support high-rate data exchange, diagnostics, and cloud-connected architectures.

EVCC or vehicle gateway software modules can be introduced by project need.

Works with KopherBit basic software, configuration tools, and testing workflows to reduce controller adoption time.

Project-specific I/O mapping, diagnostics, protection strategies, and communication matrices can be built around the controller.

Automotive Design Direction

Designed around automotive controller environmental and electrical conditions.

Targets high reliability, long-duration operation, and stable in-vehicle communication.

ISO 16750, ISO 7637, CISPR 25, and related validation items can be planned by production program need.

High/low-side outputs, sensor supply, and communication channels can be tested and customized by real load conditions.

Applications

Advanced VCU

Integrates powertrain, energy, chassis, and network data for next-generation vehicle control.

SDV / Domain Control

Higher compute and Ethernet support software-defined vehicle architectures.

EVCC / Charging

Can serve as the hardware base for EV charging communication and control functions.

Need KCU GEN2 evaluation or custom high-performance control?

We can help plan KCU GEN2 integration around SDV architecture, domain-control functions, in-vehicle networking, EVCC expansion, and I/O load requirements.