A80960HD66

The A80960HD66 is a single-core, 32-bit i960 microprocessor operating at 66 MHz, designed for embedded system applications. It combines a 32-bit core with an integrated floating-point unit and DRAM controller to address general-purpose embedded processing needs.

Packaged in a 168-pin CPGA/BCPGA footprint and rated for commercial temperature operation, the device targets embedded designs that require a compact through-hole-mounted microprocessor solution with 3.3 V I/O.

Key Features

• Core Architecture 32-bit i960 single-core processor running at 66 MHz for deterministic embedded compute tasks.
• Integrated Floating-Point Unit On-chip FPU for native floating-point operations without an external coprocessor.
• Memory Interface Built-in DRAM controller to support external dynamic RAM configurations.
• Voltage and I/O Operates with 3.3 V I/O levels suitable for common embedded logic domains.
• Package and Mounting Supplied in a 168-CPGA (44.45×44.45 mm) supplier package; package case listed as 168-BCPGA with through-hole mounting type.
• Operating Range Commercial temperature grade with an operating range of 0 °C to 85 °C.
• Graphics No graphics acceleration; focused on processor and numerical workloads.
• Environmental Compliance RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Embedded Control Systems Single-core 32-bit processing for control and deterministic computation in embedded products.
• Numeric and Signal Processing Integrated FPU supports floating-point calculations for algorithms that require on-chip numeric processing.
• System Controllers with DRAM Built-in DRAM controller enables designs that need external dynamic memory for program and data storage.

Unique Advantages

• Integrated Floating-Point Unit: Reduces the need for an external coprocessor when floating-point computation is required, simplifying BOM and board layout.
• Standard 3.3 V I/O: Matches common embedded logic voltage domains to ease interfacing with peripheral devices.
• Through-Hole 168-pin Package: 168-CPGA/BCPGA footprint with through-hole mounting supports reliable assembly in compatible designs.
• DRAM Controller On-Chip: Facilitates use of external DRAM for larger program/data storage without adding separate memory controller logic.
• Commercial Temperature Rating: 0 °C to 85 °C rating aligns with standard commercial embedded product requirements.
• RoHS Compliant: Meets environmental compliance needs for lead-free assemblies.

Why Choose A80960HD66?

The A80960HD66 provides a practical combination of 32-bit single-core processing, an integrated FPU, and an on-chip DRAM controller, all running at 66 MHz with 3.3 V I/O. As part of the Intel i960 Hx series, it fits embedded designs that require straightforward processor integration in a through-hole 168-pin package and commercial temperature operation.

This part is suitable for engineers and procurement teams seeking a compact, RoHS-compliant microprocessor solution for embedded control, numeric processing, and systems that rely on external DRAM. Its feature set supports streamlined designs where on-chip floating-point support and standard I/O voltage are priorities.

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