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The AURIX™ TC3x Development Ecosystem provides a versatile platform for designing, prototyping, and validating embedded applications across automotive, industrial, and safety-critical domains. Built on the proven AURIX™ microcontroller family, it combines high-performance hardware evaluation kits, scalable software development environments, advanced safety features, and comprehensive training and documentation to help engineers accelerate project development and compliance.
Discover the power of the 32-bit AURIX™ TriCore™ microcontroller family with embedded safety and security features that makes this platform ideally suitable for a wide range of automotive and industrial applications. AURIX™ TriCore™ microcontrollers unite the elements of a RISC processor core, a microcontroller, and a DSP in one single MCU design. MCUs based on the TriCore™ architecture are trusted by engineers and designed for a wide variety of automotive applications.
TriCore™, an Infineon processor architecture introduced in 1999, optimizes real-time performance, notably in automotive engine control. It has advanced into the AURIX™ microcontroller families, serving diverse automotive applications. Explore TriCore™ in AURIX™ for more details.
This video introduces the TriCore™ architecture, its memory features, and memory protection system. It also explores the AURIX™ TC3x addressing modes, its available rich set of peripherals, and the safety features, including lockstep CPUs, memory protection units, and error correction codes.
AURIX™ microcontrollers feature embedded safety and security functions, ideal for automotive and industrial use. They meet ISO functional safety and EVITA FULL security standards, ensuring high performance scalability and a user-friendly support ecosystem.
TriCore™, an Infineon processor architecture introduced in 1999, optimizes real-time performance, notably in automotive engine control. It has advanced into the AURIX™ microcontroller families, serving diverse automotive applications. Explore TriCore™ in AURIX™ for more details.
This video introduces the TriCore™ architecture, its memory features, and memory protection system. It also explores the AURIX™ TC3x addressing modes, its available rich set of peripherals, and the safety features, including lockstep CPUs, memory protection units, and error correction codes.
AURIX™ microcontrollers feature embedded safety and security functions, ideal for automotive and industrial use. They meet ISO functional safety and EVITA FULL security standards, ensuring high performance scalability and a user-friendly support ecosystem.
Up to 6x Tricore™, 500 Mhz, ISO262 ASIL-D, Up to 24MB NVM, PPU, CSRM, Lockstep, 20+4 CAN FD + CAN XL, 4x 10/100 Mb ethernet module, PCIe, RE
Up to 6x Tricore™ 1.6 300 MHz, ISO26262 ASIL-D, Up to 16MB Flash. HSM, GETH, LockStep, CAN FD, AEC-Q100 Grade 0 (Ta 150°C)
Up to 3x Tricore™ 1.6 300 MHz, ISO26262 ASIL-D, Up to 8MB Flash, HSM, ETH, LockStep, CAN FD, AEC-Q100 Grade 0 (Ta 150°C)
The AURIX™ Development Studio is an integrated development environment (IDE) designed to simplify the development and debugging process for Infineon’s AURIX™ microcontroller family. It provides a free, comprehensive software environment for automotive, industrial, and embedded applications, making it an essential tool for developers.
- Eclipse-based IDE: Offers an intuitive interface for software development
- Pre-configured environment: Includes built-in C compiler, multicore debugger, and code examples
- Low-level driver integration: Supports Infineon Low-Level Drivers (iLLD) for peripheral control
- Multicore debugging: Enables efficient debugging across multiple CPU cores
- No licensing restrictions: Free to use with no code-size or time limitations
- Plug-and-play compatibility: Works seamlessly with AURIX™ Lite Kits, ShieldBuddy, and TriBoards
- Speeds up software development by providing pre-built libraries, drivers, and examples
- Ensures code quality and safety through debugging, trace analysis, and error detection tools
- Optimized for real-time automotive applications, helping meet ISO 26262 and AUTOSAR standards
- Cross-platform support: Works on Windows, Linux, and macOS
The AURIX™ Configuration Studio is an innovative solution is designed to make development easier, faster, and more efficient for engineers working with AURIX™ devices. By providing an intuitive graphical user interface, AI-powered automation, and automated code generation, the ACS empowers users to focus on their core competencies, accelerating time-to-market and reducing development costs.
AURIX™ Configuration Studio (ACS) is built on DAVE™ (Digital Application Virtual Engineer), combining an application‑oriented code base, graphical system design, and automatic code generation to accelerate evaluation and development on Infineon AURIX™ microcontrollers. ACS provides an Eclipse CDT–based IDE with a GUI‑configurable framework for reusable software components and a powerful hardware resource manager that eliminates manual selection and upkeep.
- IDE
The free, Eclipse‑based ACS IDE integrates a GNU open‑source C compiler for the AURIX™ TriCore™ architecture, a TCF open‑source debugger, a GUI‑driven code‑generation plug‑in, and a hardware resource solver. - Low‑Level Drivers
Every ACS project uses built‑in AURIX™ low‑level drivers covering peripheral initialization, configuration, events, I/O handling, and runtime operation—no separate installation required. - APPs
ACS APPs are use‑case‑oriented components on top of the low‑level drivers. They are GUI‑configurable, manage dependencies, connect via signals and events, and can consume and configure resources from other APPs.
To support a seamless development experience, Infineon provides an extensive library of documentation for each product family. These resources are carefully curated to help developers at every stage—from product evaluation and selection to implementation and debugging. Whether you’re building proof of concept or preparing for production deployment, the following documents are available and regularly updated.
AURIX™ Lite Kits are affordable, beginner-friendly development boards designed for rapid prototyping and evaluation. These kits allow developers to test and implement AURIX™ solutions quickly.
Key Features:
- Compact and cost-effective starter kits
- USB-C powered for easy setup
- Preloaded debugging tools (FTDI-based debugger)
- Compatible with Arduino shields for added flexibility
- Ideal for automotive, motor control, and safety applications
The KIT_A3G_TC4D7_LITE is equipped with a 32-bit single-chip AURIX™ TriCore™ TC4D7 microcontroller from Infineon Technologies AG. This powerful development kit is designed for a wide range of applications and supports seamless integration with various development tools.
AURIX™ TC375 lite kit is equipped with a 32-Bit Single-Chip AURIX™TriCore™ based-Microcontroller Aurix™ TC375. It can be used with a range of development tools including AURIX™ Development Studio, Infineon’s free of charge Eclipse based IDE, or the Eclipse based “FreeEntryToolchain” from Hightec/PLS/Infineon
AURIX™ TC275 lite kit is equipped with a 32-Bit Single-Chip AURIX™TriCore™ based-Microcontroller Aurix™ TC275. It can be used with a range of development tools including AURIX™ Development Studio, Infineon’s free of charge Eclipse based IDE, or the Eclipse based “FreeEntryToolchain” from Hightec/PLS/Infineon
In this training, you'll learn about the different types of devices, boards, tools and tool ecosystem available for the AURIX™ microcontrollers. Also, you'll be able to select the ideal device and board for your application.
32-bit Microcontroller AURIX Ecosystem explainer
This training provides an overview of the features of the safety kit for the AURIX™ TC3x together with the developed safety mechanisms.
This training provides an introduction to the AURIX™ TC375 Lite Kit, covering its key features and components. It familiarizes users with the kit's contents, including components and tools, and explores the power supply block, explaining power supply flow and options. The training also examines the kit's peripherals and interfaces, as well as the supporting software ecosystem, providing a comprehensive overview of the TC375 Lite Kit.
Learn about how to develop an ISO26262 compliant application using the new AURIX™ TC375 Safety Lite Kit. The AURIX™ TC375 Safety Lite Kit is the combination of existing AURIX™ TC375 Lite Kit hardware board plus a freely available safety software project. The kit demonstrate the implementation of various safety mechanism (SM) and other diagnostics functionalities.
In this training, you'll learn about the different types of devices, boards, tools and tool ecosystem available for the AURIX™ microcontrollers. Also, you'll be able to select the ideal device and board for your application.
32-bit Microcontroller AURIX Ecosystem explainer
This training provides an overview of the features of the safety kit for the AURIX™ TC3x together with the developed safety mechanisms.
This training provides an introduction to the AURIX™ TC375 Lite Kit, covering its key features and components. It familiarizes users with the kit's contents, including components and tools, and explores the power supply block, explaining power supply flow and options. The training also examines the kit's peripherals and interfaces, as well as the supporting software ecosystem, providing a comprehensive overview of the TC375 Lite Kit.
Learn about how to develop an ISO26262 compliant application using the new AURIX™ TC375 Safety Lite Kit. The AURIX™ TC375 Safety Lite Kit is the combination of existing AURIX™ TC375 Lite Kit hardware board plus a freely available safety software project. The kit demonstrate the implementation of various safety mechanism (SM) and other diagnostics functionalities.
Infineon provides comprehensive tutorials for developers working with AURIX™ microcontrollers. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced engineer, these tutorials offer hands-on guidance to accelerate development, debugging, and deployment.
What You’ll Learn:
- Getting Started: Setting up the AURIX™ Development Studio and writing your first program
- Peripheral Configuration: Step-by-step instructions on configuring GPIOs, ADCs, PWMs, CAN buses
- Debugging Techniques: Learn how to use breakpoints, memory inspection, and performance analysis tools
- Real-time Data Processing: Explore how to process and analyze sensor data efficiently
- Safety and Security Implementation: Best practices for achieving ISO 26262 functional safety compliance
Learning Formats
- Video Tutorials: Short, engaging videos covering key topics
- PDF Guides: Detailed documentation with code snippets
- Interactive Examples: Ready-to-run projects for immediate testing
Benefits of AURIX™ Tutorials & Training Videos
- Saves Development Time – Quickly learn and implement features
- Reduces Debugging Efforts – Gain expertise in debugging techniques
- Improves Code Efficiency – Write optimized, reliable, and automotive-grade software
- Hands-on practice – Learn with real-world case studies
- Industry-recognized certification – Boosts your credibility as an engineer
- Expert guidance – Gain insights from Infineon-certified trainers
Infineon’s DRIVECORE is a scalable software bundle portfolio designed to streamline and accelerate software development. It simplifies the development process and reduces migration efforts, all while minimizing commercial complexities and optimizing supplier management.
Infineon’s DRIVECORE is a scalable software bundle portfolio designed to streamline and accelerate software development. It simplifies the development process and reduces migration efforts, all while minimizing commercial complexities and optimizing supplier management.
Infineon’s DRIVECORE is a scalable software bundle portfolio designed to streamline and accelerate software development. It simplifies the development process and reduces migration efforts, all while minimizing commercial complexities and optimizing supplier management.
Discover the power of the 32-bit AURIX™ TriCore™ microcontroller family with embedded safety and security features that makes this platform ideally suitable for a wide range of automotive and industrial applications. AURIX™ TriCore™ microcontrollers unite the elements of a RISC processor core, a microcontroller, and a DSP in one single MCU design. MCUs based on the TriCore™ architecture are trusted by engineers and designed for a wide variety of automotive applications.
TriCore™, an Infineon processor architecture introduced in 1999, optimizes real-time performance, notably in automotive engine control. It has advanced into the AURIX™ microcontroller families, serving diverse automotive applications. Explore TriCore™ in AURIX™ for more details.
This video introduces the TriCore™ architecture, its memory features, and memory protection system. It also explores the AURIX™ TC3x addressing modes, its available rich set of peripherals, and the safety features, including lockstep CPUs, memory protection units, and error correction codes.
AURIX™ microcontrollers feature embedded safety and security functions, ideal for automotive and industrial use. They meet ISO functional safety and EVITA FULL security standards, ensuring high performance scalability and a user-friendly support ecosystem.
TriCore™, an Infineon processor architecture introduced in 1999, optimizes real-time performance, notably in automotive engine control. It has advanced into the AURIX™ microcontroller families, serving diverse automotive applications. Explore TriCore™ in AURIX™ for more details.
This video introduces the TriCore™ architecture, its memory features, and memory protection system. It also explores the AURIX™ TC3x addressing modes, its available rich set of peripherals, and the safety features, including lockstep CPUs, memory protection units, and error correction codes.
AURIX™ microcontrollers feature embedded safety and security functions, ideal for automotive and industrial use. They meet ISO functional safety and EVITA FULL security standards, ensuring high performance scalability and a user-friendly support ecosystem.
Up to 6x Tricore™, 500 Mhz, ISO262 ASIL-D, Up to 24MB NVM, PPU, CSRM, Lockstep, 20+4 CAN FD + CAN XL, 4x 10/100 Mb ethernet module, PCIe, RE
Up to 6x Tricore™ 1.6 300 MHz, ISO26262 ASIL-D, Up to 16MB Flash. HSM, GETH, LockStep, CAN FD, AEC-Q100 Grade 0 (Ta 150°C)
Up to 3x Tricore™ 1.6 300 MHz, ISO26262 ASIL-D, Up to 8MB Flash, HSM, ETH, LockStep, CAN FD, AEC-Q100 Grade 0 (Ta 150°C)
The AURIX™ Development Studio is an integrated development environment (IDE) designed to simplify the development and debugging process for Infineon’s AURIX™ microcontroller family. It provides a free, comprehensive software environment for automotive, industrial, and embedded applications, making it an essential tool for developers.
- Eclipse-based IDE: Offers an intuitive interface for software development
- Pre-configured environment: Includes built-in C compiler, multicore debugger, and code examples
- Low-level driver integration: Supports Infineon Low-Level Drivers (iLLD) for peripheral control
- Multicore debugging: Enables efficient debugging across multiple CPU cores
- No licensing restrictions: Free to use with no code-size or time limitations
- Plug-and-play compatibility: Works seamlessly with AURIX™ Lite Kits, ShieldBuddy, and TriBoards
- Speeds up software development by providing pre-built libraries, drivers, and examples
- Ensures code quality and safety through debugging, trace analysis, and error detection tools
- Optimized for real-time automotive applications, helping meet ISO 26262 and AUTOSAR standards
- Cross-platform support: Works on Windows, Linux, and macOS
The AURIX™ Configuration Studio is an innovative solution is designed to make development easier, faster, and more efficient for engineers working with AURIX™ devices. By providing an intuitive graphical user interface, AI-powered automation, and automated code generation, the ACS empowers users to focus on their core competencies, accelerating time-to-market and reducing development costs.
AURIX™ Configuration Studio (ACS) is built on DAVE™ (Digital Application Virtual Engineer), combining an application‑oriented code base, graphical system design, and automatic code generation to accelerate evaluation and development on Infineon AURIX™ microcontrollers. ACS provides an Eclipse CDT–based IDE with a GUI‑configurable framework for reusable software components and a powerful hardware resource manager that eliminates manual selection and upkeep.
- IDE
The free, Eclipse‑based ACS IDE integrates a GNU open‑source C compiler for the AURIX™ TriCore™ architecture, a TCF open‑source debugger, a GUI‑driven code‑generation plug‑in, and a hardware resource solver. - Low‑Level Drivers
Every ACS project uses built‑in AURIX™ low‑level drivers covering peripheral initialization, configuration, events, I/O handling, and runtime operation—no separate installation required. - APPs
ACS APPs are use‑case‑oriented components on top of the low‑level drivers. They are GUI‑configurable, manage dependencies, connect via signals and events, and can consume and configure resources from other APPs.
To support a seamless development experience, Infineon provides an extensive library of documentation for each product family. These resources are carefully curated to help developers at every stage—from product evaluation and selection to implementation and debugging. Whether you’re building proof of concept or preparing for production deployment, the following documents are available and regularly updated.
AURIX™ Lite Kits are affordable, beginner-friendly development boards designed for rapid prototyping and evaluation. These kits allow developers to test and implement AURIX™ solutions quickly.
Key Features:
- Compact and cost-effective starter kits
- USB-C powered for easy setup
- Preloaded debugging tools (FTDI-based debugger)
- Compatible with Arduino shields for added flexibility
- Ideal for automotive, motor control, and safety applications
The KIT_A3G_TC4D7_LITE is equipped with a 32-bit single-chip AURIX™ TriCore™ TC4D7 microcontroller from Infineon Technologies AG. This powerful development kit is designed for a wide range of applications and supports seamless integration with various development tools.
AURIX™ TC375 lite kit is equipped with a 32-Bit Single-Chip AURIX™TriCore™ based-Microcontroller Aurix™ TC375. It can be used with a range of development tools including AURIX™ Development Studio, Infineon’s free of charge Eclipse based IDE, or the Eclipse based “FreeEntryToolchain” from Hightec/PLS/Infineon
AURIX™ TC275 lite kit is equipped with a 32-Bit Single-Chip AURIX™TriCore™ based-Microcontroller Aurix™ TC275. It can be used with a range of development tools including AURIX™ Development Studio, Infineon’s free of charge Eclipse based IDE, or the Eclipse based “FreeEntryToolchain” from Hightec/PLS/Infineon
In this training, you'll learn about the different types of devices, boards, tools and tool ecosystem available for the AURIX™ microcontrollers. Also, you'll be able to select the ideal device and board for your application.
32-bit Microcontroller AURIX Ecosystem explainer
This training provides an overview of the features of the safety kit for the AURIX™ TC3x together with the developed safety mechanisms.
This training provides an introduction to the AURIX™ TC375 Lite Kit, covering its key features and components. It familiarizes users with the kit's contents, including components and tools, and explores the power supply block, explaining power supply flow and options. The training also examines the kit's peripherals and interfaces, as well as the supporting software ecosystem, providing a comprehensive overview of the TC375 Lite Kit.
Learn about how to develop an ISO26262 compliant application using the new AURIX™ TC375 Safety Lite Kit. The AURIX™ TC375 Safety Lite Kit is the combination of existing AURIX™ TC375 Lite Kit hardware board plus a freely available safety software project. The kit demonstrate the implementation of various safety mechanism (SM) and other diagnostics functionalities.
In this training, you'll learn about the different types of devices, boards, tools and tool ecosystem available for the AURIX™ microcontrollers. Also, you'll be able to select the ideal device and board for your application.
32-bit Microcontroller AURIX Ecosystem explainer
This training provides an overview of the features of the safety kit for the AURIX™ TC3x together with the developed safety mechanisms.
This training provides an introduction to the AURIX™ TC375 Lite Kit, covering its key features and components. It familiarizes users with the kit's contents, including components and tools, and explores the power supply block, explaining power supply flow and options. The training also examines the kit's peripherals and interfaces, as well as the supporting software ecosystem, providing a comprehensive overview of the TC375 Lite Kit.
Learn about how to develop an ISO26262 compliant application using the new AURIX™ TC375 Safety Lite Kit. The AURIX™ TC375 Safety Lite Kit is the combination of existing AURIX™ TC375 Lite Kit hardware board plus a freely available safety software project. The kit demonstrate the implementation of various safety mechanism (SM) and other diagnostics functionalities.
Infineon provides comprehensive tutorials for developers working with AURIX™ microcontrollers. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced engineer, these tutorials offer hands-on guidance to accelerate development, debugging, and deployment.
What You’ll Learn:
- Getting Started: Setting up the AURIX™ Development Studio and writing your first program
- Peripheral Configuration: Step-by-step instructions on configuring GPIOs, ADCs, PWMs, CAN buses
- Debugging Techniques: Learn how to use breakpoints, memory inspection, and performance analysis tools
- Real-time Data Processing: Explore how to process and analyze sensor data efficiently
- Safety and Security Implementation: Best practices for achieving ISO 26262 functional safety compliance
Learning Formats
- Video Tutorials: Short, engaging videos covering key topics
- PDF Guides: Detailed documentation with code snippets
- Interactive Examples: Ready-to-run projects for immediate testing
Benefits of AURIX™ Tutorials & Training Videos
- Saves Development Time – Quickly learn and implement features
- Reduces Debugging Efforts – Gain expertise in debugging techniques
- Improves Code Efficiency – Write optimized, reliable, and automotive-grade software
- Hands-on practice – Learn with real-world case studies
- Industry-recognized certification – Boosts your credibility as an engineer
- Expert guidance – Gain insights from Infineon-certified trainers
Infineon’s DRIVECORE is a scalable software bundle portfolio designed to streamline and accelerate software development. It simplifies the development process and reduces migration efforts, all while minimizing commercial complexities and optimizing supplier management.
Infineon’s DRIVECORE is a scalable software bundle portfolio designed to streamline and accelerate software development. It simplifies the development process and reduces migration efforts, all while minimizing commercial complexities and optimizing supplier management.
Infineon’s DRIVECORE is a scalable software bundle portfolio designed to streamline and accelerate software development. It simplifies the development process and reduces migration efforts, all while minimizing commercial complexities and optimizing supplier management.