AM3359ZCZD72

The AM3359ZCZD72 is a Sitara AM335x microprocessor from Texas Instruments featuring a single ARM® Cortex®-A8 32‑bit core running at 720 MHz. It targets embedded applications that require integrated multimedia, display and wired connectivity in an industrial-grade device.

With onboard multimedia acceleration, multiple high-speed interfaces and hardware security primitives, this device delivers a compact, standards-based building block for industrial and embedded systems that demand display, networking and peripheral integration.

Key Features

• Core — Single ARM® Cortex®-A8 32‑bit core at 720 MHz for deterministic application processing.
• Multimedia & DSP — Multimedia processing support with NEON™ SIMD for accelerated media and signal tasks.
• Memory Controllers — Integrated controllers for LPDDR, DDR2, DDR3 and DDR3L memory technologies to support a range of memory configurations.
• Display & Graphics — LCD and touchscreen display controllers plus graphics acceleration for human machine interface and visual applications.
• Ethernet — Dual 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet interfaces for wired networking and high-throughput data transfer.
• USB — Two USB 2.0 interfaces with PHY for peripheral connectivity and host/device functionality.
• Additional Interfaces — CAN interface support for industrial networking and control connectivity.
• Security — On-chip cryptography and a random number generator to support secure communications and device authentication.
• Package & Mounting — 324‑NFBGA supplier device package (15×15) in a surface-mount form factor; package case listed as 324‑LFBGA.
• Operating Range — Industrial temperature grade with an operating range from −40°C to 90°C.
• Compliance — RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Industrial HMI and Control: Drives LCD and touchscreen displays with graphics acceleration and supports industrial temperature operation for control panels and operator interfaces.
• Embedded Networking Equipment: Dual Gigabit Ethernet and USB interfaces enable gateways, routers and networked controllers requiring wired connectivity.
• Multimedia Devices: NEON™ SIMD and multimedia acceleration support audio/video processing and display-centric embedded devices.
• Machine and Vehicle Interfaces: CAN and multiple peripheral interfaces allow integration into machine control and instrumentation systems.

Unique Advantages

• Single-core deterministic processing: A dedicated ARM® Cortex®-A8 core at 720 MHz provides consistent application-level performance for embedded workloads.
• Broad memory flexibility: Support for LPDDR, DDR2, DDR3 and DDR3L enables designers to select memory types that match performance and cost targets.
• Comprehensive wired connectivity: Dual GigE, dual USB 2.0 with PHY and CAN deliver a wide set of interfaces for networking and peripheral expansion.
• Integrated security primitives: Hardware cryptography and an RNG help implement secure communications and protect device identity.
• Designed for industrial environments: −40°C to 90°C operating range and a compact 324‑NFBGA (15×15) surface-mount package suit rugged embedded applications.
• Standards-compliant supply chain: RoHS compliance supports regulated manufacturing and deployment requirements.

Why Choose AM3359ZCZD72?

The AM3359ZCZD72 positions the Sitara AM335x architecture as a balanced, single‑core embedded processor combining display, multimedia and extensive wired connectivity in an industrial-grade package. It is suited for designs that require a compact BGA footprint, multiple high-speed interfaces and hardware security features without adding external host processors.

This device is appropriate for embedded system designers building industrial HMIs, networked controllers, multimedia appliances and machine interface modules that need deterministic processing, integrated peripherals and an extended operating temperature range.

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