Overview
Description
The MCK-RA8T2 is a development kit designed for easy evaluation of motor control using permanent magnet synchronous motors (brushless DC motors). This kit includes the RA8T2 CPU board (MCB-RA8T2), an inverter board (MCI-LV-1), a permanent magnet synchronous motor, and accessories such as cables and standoffs. Start motor control evaluation with the RA8T2 by using this kit together with the sample code and QE for Motor, both available for download from the website.
Features
- CPU board is equipped with the RA8T2 as the motor control MCU
- Inverter board for 3-phase brushless DC (BLDC) motor (48V/10A rating)
- Onboard debugger for flash programming of RA8T2
- Supports 1-shunt/3-shunt current sensing
- Overcurrent detection
- Supports Renesas Motor Workbench, a motor control development support tool
- Supports Hall sensors, encoders, and inductive position sensors
Applications
Documentation
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| Manual - Development Tools |
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1.77 MB
日本語
MCK-RA8T2 is a motor control evaluation kit. It supports brushless DC motors with 1-, 2-, or 3-shunt current sensing and includes an overcurrent protection function. The kit is compatible with the Motor Control Development Support Tool (Renesas Motor Workbench). This manual provides essential information for using the board, including specifications and jumper settings, as well as software design details such as function descriptions and pin assignment information for interface connectors.
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| Quick Start Guide |
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1.16 MB
日本語
To connect the MCK-RA8T2 board, power it on, and operate the switches, simply follow the procedure described in this guide. It also outlines the steps for executing the program pre-installed on the CPU board and explains how to write a new program. By following these instructions, users can easily drive motors using this product.
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| PCB Design Files |
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1.95 MB
The design files for the MCK-RA8T2 include the schematic, BOM lists, and Gerber data for the board layout. These files are essential for board design and manufacturing, enabling a more detailed evaluation of the board.
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| Tool News - Release | PDF 358 KB 日本語 | |
| Application Note |
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664 KB
The MCK-RA8T2 example project bundle demonstrates how to write code for various Renesas Flexible Software Package (FSP) modules supported by the MCK-RA8T2 kit. It includes multiple example projects that highlight peripheral usage and system functionality, while leveraging the optimized, scalable, and high‑quality FSP for embedded system design.
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| Quick Start Guide |
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5.58 MB
日本語
The Modbus protocol stack operates on RA evaluation boards to enable efficient development of Modbus TCP applications. This quick start guide provides an overview of the protocol stack features and introduces a Modbus sample application to assist with the development and implementation of applications using the stack.
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| Application Note |
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4.04 MB
日本語
The Modbus protocol stack operates on an RA evaluation board. This document provides an overview of its functions and presents a Modbus sample application to help developers develop and implement applications using the protocol stack.
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| Manual - Development Tools |
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2.93 MB
日本語
The e² studio integrated development environment demonstrates the process of generating, building, and debugging projects designed for multicore devices in the Renesas RA Family of microcontrollers. Read “Renesas RA Family e² studio 2023-10 or Higher Quick Start Guide” before reading this document.
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| Application Note |
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5.07 MB
日本語
Provide various control algorithms primarily featuring PM sensorless vector control functions and flying start functions for RA family/RX family CPU boards and the Renesas Electronics inverter MCI-LV-1.
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| Application Note |
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4.69 MB
日本語
Describes the sample program to drive a permanent magnetic synchronous motor with 120-degree conducting method using hall sensors based on Renesas microcontroller (RA4T1, RA6T2, RA6T3, RA8T1, RA8T2).
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| Application Note |
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4.67 MB
日本語
Describes the sample program to drive a permanent magnetic synchronous motor with 120-degree conducting method based on Renesas microcontroller (RA4T1, RA6T2, RA6T3, RA8T1, RA8T2).
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| Application Note |
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4.97 MB
日本語
Describes the sample program to drive a permanent magnetic synchronous motor with sensorless vector control based on Renesas microcontroller (RA4T1, RA6T2, RA6T3, RA8T1, RA8T2).
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| Application Note |
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5.36 MB
日本語
Describes the sample program to drive a permanent magnetic synchronous motor with sensorless vector control and 1-shunt current detection based on Renesas microcontroller (RA4T1, RA6T2, RA6T3, RA8T1, RA8T2).
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| Application Note |
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4.84 MB
日本語
Describes the sample program to drive two permanent magnetic synchronous motors with sensorless vector control based on Renesas microcontroller (RA4T1, RA6T2, RA6T3, RA8T1, RA8T2).
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| Application Note |
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5.37 MB
日本語
Describes the sample program to drive a permanent magnetic synchronous motor with vector control using encoder based on Renesas microcontroller (RA4T1, RA6T2, RA6T3, RA8T1, RA8T2).
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Vector Control for Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor with Inductive Sensor (For MCK/MCB, RA Family)
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5.37 MB
日本語
Describes the sample program to drive a permanent magnetic synchronous motor with vector control using inductive sensor based on Renesas microcontroller (RA4T1, RA6T2, RA6T3, RA8T1, RA8T2).
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| Application Note |
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5.37 MB
日本語
Describes the sample program to drive a permanent magnetic synchronous motor with vector control using hall sensors based on Renesas microcontroller (RA4T1, RA6T2, RA6T3, RA8T1, RA8T2).
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| Tool News - Release | PDF 596 KB 日本語 | |
| Quick Start Guide |
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2.46 MB
日本語
Evaluate EtherCAT® communication using an RA microcontroller evaluation board. This quick start guide outlines the steps to confirm slave behavior and stack features with the TwinCAT® Master Configuration tool.
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Design & Development
Software & Tools
Software & Tools
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| Renesas Motor Workbench Renesas Motor Workbench is a development support tool for debugging, analyzing, and tuning motor control programs.
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Solution Toolkit | Renesas |
| QE for Motor: Development Assistance Tool for Motor Applications The development assistance tool that supports the development of motor software for MCUs. It allows to configure motor middleware and drivers easily, and tune and analyze motors with Renesas Motor Workbench. [Plugin for Renesas IDE "e² studio"] [Support MCU/MPU: RA, RX, RL78]
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Sample Code
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| Sample Code | MCK-RA8T2 Example Project Bundle - Sample Code
The MCK-RA8T2 example project bundle demonstrates how to write code for various Renesas Flexible Software Package (FSP) modules supported by the MCK-RA8T2 kit. The sample code provides ready‑to‑build reference implementations that illustrate peripheral operation and system behavior, enabling developers to quickly evaluate FSP features and accelerate embedded application development.
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| Sample Code | RA Family Modbus Sample Program Package
Use the following sample program to operate on the RA evaluation board. This sample program package supports the Ethernet-based Modbus TCP protocol.
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| Sample Code | Quick-Start Example Project for MCK-RA8T2
In the Quick Start Example Project, users can modify the operation of MOONS’ permanent magnet synchronous motor “R42BLD30L3,” including rotation start/stop and speed adjustments, by combining it with the inverter board provided in the MCK‑RA8T2 kit.
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| Sample Code | Sensorless Vector Control of PM Motor - Equipped with Flying Start (For MCK/MCB, RA Family/RX Family)
[Software=RA Flexible Software Package|v6.2.0],[Toolchains=CC-RX|V3.07.00;GNU Arm Embedded|13.2.1.arm-13-7]
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28.37 MB
日本語
Compiler:
CC-RX, GNU ARM Embedded
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Application Example
IDE:
CS+ for CC, e2 studio
Provide various control algorithms primarily featuring PM sensorless vector control functions and flying start functions for RA family/RX family CPU boards and the Renesas Electronics inverter MCI-LV-1.
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| Sample Code | 120-degree Conducting Control of Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor with Hall Sensors (For MCK/MCB, RA Family)
[Software=RA Flexible Software Package|v6.1.0],[Toolchains=GNU Arm Embedded|v13.2.1.arm-13-7]
ZIP
14.39 MB
日本語
Application:
Motor Control
Compiler:
GNU ARM Embedded
Function:
Application Example
IDE:
e2 studio
Drive a permanent magnetic synchronous motor with 120-degree conducting method using hall sensors based on Renesas microcontroller (RA4T1, RA6T2, RA6T3, RA8T1, RA8T2) using this sample program.
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| Sample Code | Sensorless 120-degree Conducting Control of Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (For MCK/MCB, RA Family)
[Software=RA Flexible Software Package|v6.1.0],[Toolchains=GNU Arm Embedded|v13.2.1.arm-13-7]
ZIP
14.29 MB
日本語
Application:
Motor Control
Compiler:
GNU ARM Embedded
Function:
Application Example
IDE:
e2 studio
Drive a permanent magnetic synchronous motor with 120-degree conducting method based on Renesas microcontroller (RA4T1, RA6T2, RA6T3, RA8T1, RA8T2) using this sample program.
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| Sample Code | Sensorless Vector Control for Dual Permanent Magnetic Synchronous Motor (For MCK/MCB, RA Family)
[Software=RA Flexible Software Package|v6.2.0],[Toolchains=GNU Arm Embedded|v13.2.1.arm-13-7]
ZIP
14.16 MB
日本語
Application:
Motor Control
Compiler:
GNU ARM Embedded
Function:
Application Example
IDE:
e2 studio
Drive two permanent magnetic synchronous motors with sensorless vector control based on Renesas microcontroller (RA4T1, RA6T2, RA6T3, RA8T1, RA8T2) using this sample program.
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| Sample Code | Sensorless Vector Control for Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (For MCK/MCB, RA Family)
[Software=RA Flexible Software Package|v6.2.0],[Toolchains=GNU Arm Embedded|v13.2.1.arm-13-7]
ZIP
25.67 MB
日本語
Application:
Motor Control
Compiler:
GNU ARM Embedded
Function:
Application Example
IDE:
e2 studio
Drive a permanent magnetic synchronous motor with sensorless vector control based on Renesas microcontroller (RA4T1, RA6T2, RA6T3, RA8T1, RA8T2) using this sample program.
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| Sample Code | Sensorless Vector Control with One Shunt for Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (For MCK/MCB, RA Family)
[Software=RA Flexible Software Package|v6.2.0],[Toolchains=GNU Arm Embedded|v13.2.1.arm-13-7]
ZIP
16.49 MB
日本語
Application:
Motor Control
Compiler:
GNU ARM Embedded
Function:
Application Example
IDE:
e2 studio
Drive a permanent magnetic synchronous motor with sensorless vector control and 1-shunt current detection based on Renesas microcontroller (RA4T1, RA6T2, RA6T3, RA8T1, RA8T2) using this sample program.
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| Sample Code | Vector Control for Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor with Encoder (For MCK/MCB, RA Family)
[Software=RA Flexible Software Package|v6.2.0],[Toolchains=GNU Arm Embedded|v13.2.1.arm-13-7]
ZIP
27.21 MB
日本語
Application:
Motor Control
Compiler:
GNU ARM Embedded
Function:
Application Example
IDE:
e2 studio
Drive a permanent magnetic synchronous motor with vector control using encoder based on Renesas microcontroller (RA4T1, RA6T2, RA6T3, RA8T1, RA8T2) using this sample program.
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| Sample Code | Vector Control for Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor with Inductive Sensor (For MCK/MCB, RA Family)
[Software=RA Flexible Software Package|v6.1.0],[Toolchains=GNU Arm Embedded|v13.2.1.arm-13-7]
ZIP
26.70 MB
日本語
Application:
Motor Control
Compiler:
GNU ARM Embedded
Function:
Application Example
IDE:
e2 studio
Drive a permanent magnetic synchronous motor with vector control using inductive sensor based on Renesas microcontroller (RA4T1, RA6T2, RA6T3, RA8T1, RA8T2) using this sample program.
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| Sample Code | Vector Control for Permanent Magnetic Synchronous Motor with Hall Sensors (For MCK/MCB, RA Family)
[Software=RA Flexible Software Package|v6.2.0],[Toolchains=GNU Arm Embedded|v13.2.1.arm-13-7]
ZIP
26.06 MB
日本語
Application:
Motor Control
Compiler:
GNU ARM Embedded
Function:
Application Example
IDE:
e2 studio
Drive a permanent magnetic synchronous motor with vector control using hall sensors based on Renesas microcontroller (RA4T1, RA6T2, RA6T3, RA8T1, RA8T2) using this sample program.
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| Sample Code | Quick Start Guide: MCK-RA8T2 EtherCAT
Evaluate EtherCAT® communication using an RA microcontroller evaluation board. This sample code confirms slave behavior and stack features with the TwinCAT® Master Configuration tool.
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Hello, I am working with the MCK-RA8T2 evaluation board and FSP 6.4.0, and I would like to implement TSN features (gPTP and TAS) on the RA8T2 MCU. My setup:- Board: MCK-RA8T2- FSP version: 6.4.0- e² studio: 2025-12- RTOS: FreeRTOS- PHY: ICS1894-32 (two ...
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