ATSAMA5D26A-CNR

The ATSAMA5D26A-CNR is an ARM® Cortex®-A5 microprocessor IC from the SAMA5D2 family, delivering a single 32-bit core at 500 MHz in a 289-LFBGA (14×14) package. Designed for embedded and industrial applications, it combines processing performance with integrated multimedia, display and security capabilities.

With support for multiple memory interfaces, display controllers, wired and USB connectivity, and extensive security features, this device is targeted at embedded systems that require a compact, industrial-grade processor with broad peripheral integration.

Key Features

• Core  Single ARM® Cortex®-A5 core, 32-bit, running at 500 MHz for general embedded processing tasks.
• Co-Processing & Multimedia  Includes multimedia co-processor support and NEON™ MPE for enhanced media and signal processing acceleration.
• Memory Controllers  Supports a range of memory interfaces including LPDDR1/2/3, DDR2, DDR3, DDR3L and QSPI to match various system memory architectures.
• Display & User Interface  Integrated controllers for keyboard, LCD and touchscreen support, plus graphics acceleration for responsive user interfaces.
• Connectivity  Built-in 10/100 Mbps Ethernet (1) and USB 2.0 with HSIC provide wired networking and host/device connectivity; I2C is available for peripheral control.
• Security  Comprehensive security features including ARM TrustZone (TZ), boot security, cryptography, RTIC, secure fusebox, secure JTAG, secure memory and secure RTC to protect boot and runtime integrity.
• Power & I/O  I/O voltage specified at 3.3 V to align with common embedded peripheral voltage domains.
• Package & Mounting  Supplied in a 289-LFBGA (14×14) surface-mount package for compact PCB integration.
• Operating Range & Qualification  Industrial-grade operation with an operating temperature range of −40°C to 105°C. RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Industrial Control Panels  Drives operator interfaces and control logic with integrated display controllers, touchscreen support and industrial temperature range.
• Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs)  Enables LCD-based interfaces with graphics acceleration and keyboard/touchscreen handling for responsive UX in embedded systems.
• Secure Embedded Devices  Implements secure boot and runtime protections using TrustZone, secure JTAG and cryptography for applications requiring data and firmware integrity.
• Networking and Connectivity Modules  Provides 10/100 Mbps Ethernet and USB 2.0 connectivity for compact networked embedded products.

Unique Advantages

• Balanced Processing Performance: A 500 MHz ARM® Cortex®-A5 core offers a practical balance of compute capability for control and multimedia tasks without excessive power or area.
• Integrated Multimedia Acceleration: NEON™ MPE and multimedia co-processor support accelerate media processing and offload compute-intensive routines from the core.
• Flexible Memory Support: Wide range of supported memory types (LPDDR1/2/3, DDR2/3/3L, QSPI) simplifies system design across different performance and cost targets.
• Comprehensive Security Suite: Multiple hardware security features protect boot, code and data, reducing additional security subsystem requirements.
• Industrial-Grade Robustness: −40°C to 105°C operating range and surface-mount 289-LFBGA packaging support deployment in harsh embedded environments.
• Broad Peripheral Integration: On-chip Ethernet, USB, I2C and display controllers reduce BOM and simplify board-level integration for embedded designs.

Why Choose ATSAMA5D26A-CNR?

The ATSAMA5D26A-CNR positions itself as an industrial-grade embedded processor that brings together a 500 MHz ARM® Cortex®-A5 core, multimedia acceleration, extensive security features and a broad set of interfaces in a compact 289-LFBGA package. Its multi-standard memory support and integrated display and connectivity peripherals make it suitable for embedded systems that require a combination of user interface capability, secure operation and reliable networking.

Choose this device for designs that demand robust operation across temperature extremes, hardware-level security, and flexible integration options to streamline BOM and board complexity while leveraging the SAMA5D2 family architecture.

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