A80960CF40

The A80960CF40 is a microprocessor designed for embedded applications, featuring a single i960 core running at 40 MHz. It integrates key system interfaces and processing features to support DRAM-based designs and floating-point computation within a through-hole 168‑PGA package.

Targeted at commercial-grade embedded systems, this device provides 32‑bit processing, an integrated FPU, 5 V I/O signaling, and a bus controller to simplify system integration while operating across a 0 °C to 85 °C range. The part is RoHS compliant.

Key Features

• Core & Performance Single i960 core, 32‑bit architecture operating at 40 MHz, suitable for classic embedded processing tasks.
• Floating‑Point Support Integrated FPU for on-chip floating‑point operations, reducing the need for external co‑processors for numeric computation.
• Memory & Bus On‑chip DRAM controller and an integrated bus controller to streamline connection to external memory and system buses.
• Power & I/O 5 V I/O signaling compatible with legacy and common embedded interfaces.
• Package & Mounting Supplier device package: 168‑PGA in a through‑hole mounting style for ease of prototyping, board-level repair, and legacy assembly processes.
• Operating Range & Grade Commercial grade operation with an ambient temperature range of 0 °C to 85 °C.
• Compliance RoHS compliant for environmental conformity in commercial electronics.
• Graphics No graphics acceleration—focused on general-purpose embedded processing and numeric tasks rather than graphics workloads.

Typical Applications

• Embedded control systems — Used where a 32‑bit i960 core with integrated FPU and DRAM support is required for control and processing tasks.
• Legacy and repairable hardware — Through‑hole 168‑PGA package suits applications that prioritize board-level serviceability and established assembly processes.
• Compute‑centric modules — Systems that benefit from on‑chip floating‑point computation and a dedicated bus controller to reduce external logic.
• DRAM‑based designs — Applications that require integrated DRAM controller support for external memory management.

Unique Advantages

• Integrated floating‑point unit: Reduces the need for external numeric co‑processors and simplifies BOM for compute tasks.
• On‑chip DRAM controller: Streamlines memory interface design and reduces external controller requirements.
• Integrated bus controller: Lowers external glue logic and eases system-level integration with peripherals and memory.
• Through‑hole 168‑PGA packaging: Facilitates prototyping, manual assembly, and field replaceability in legacy or serviceable designs.
• Commercial temperature and RoHS compliance: Suitable for standard commercial embedded environments with environmental compliance considerations addressed.
• 5 V I/O compatibility: Enables direct interfacing with legacy 5 V systems and common embedded peripherals.

Why Choose A80960CF40?

The A80960CF40 combines a 32‑bit i960 core running at 40 MHz with integrated floating‑point support, a DRAM controller, and a bus controller in a serviceable 168‑PGA through‑hole package. Its 5 V I/O and commercial temperature range make it a practical choice for established embedded platforms that require on‑chip numeric processing and straightforward memory interfacing.

This device is suited to designers and procurement teams maintaining or developing embedded systems that value integration, ease of board‑level servicing, and RoHS compliance. Its feature set helps reduce external components while preserving compatibility with legacy manufacturing and assembly practices.

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