ATSAMA5D26A-CU

The ATSAMA5D26A-CU is an ARM® Cortex®-A5 microprocessor IC from Microchip Technology, implemented as a single 32-bit core running at 500 MHz. It targets embedded and industrial applications that require integrated multimedia, display and security capabilities in a compact surface-mount 289-LFBGA (14×14) package.

Key value comes from its combination of a Cortex-A5 core with NEON™ multimedia extensions, broad memory-controller support, integrated Ethernet and USB, and a comprehensive set of hardware security features—all delivered at industrial operating temperatures.

Key Features

• Core and Performance Single ARM® Cortex®-A5 32-bit core running at 500 MHz, providing deterministic application processing for embedded systems.
• Multimedia Acceleration NEON™ MPE multimedia co-processor and graphics acceleration to assist multimedia and signal-processing tasks.
• Memory Controller Flexibility Integrated controllers for LPDDR1/LPDDR2/LPDDR3, DDR2, DDR3, DDR3L and QSPI memories for flexible memory subsystem designs.
• Display and HMI Interfaces On-chip controllers for keyboard, LCD and touchscreen interfaces to support human‑machine interface designs.
• Connectivity Single 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port and USB 2.0 with HSIC provide wired networking and peripheral connectivity options.
• Security and Trusted Boot Hardware security features including ARM TrustZone (TZ), boot security, cryptography, secure fusebox, secure JTAG, secure memory and secure RTC to protect firmware and data.
• Industrial Grade and Temperature Range Rated for industrial use with an operating temperature range of −40 °C to 85 °C.
• Package and Mounting Supplied in a 289-LFBGA (14×14) surface-mount package suitable for space-constrained PCB layouts.
• I/O Voltage 3.3 V I/O signaling compatibility for common embedded peripherals.

Typical Applications

• Industrial HMI — Drives LCD and touchscreen interfaces and supports keyboard input for control panels and operator displays.
• Secure Embedded Networking — Combine 10/100 Mbps Ethernet with the device's hardware security features for secure gateways and industrial controllers.
• Multimedia and Interface Controllers — Leverage NEON multimedia acceleration, graphics support and USB connectivity for multimedia-enabled embedded devices.
• Memory-Intensive Embedded Systems — Wide memory controller support (LPDDRx, DDRx, QSPI) enables designs that require flexible, high-performance memory options.

Unique Advantages

• Integrated Security Suite: On-chip TrustZone, boot security, cryptography and secure fusebox simplify implementation of secure boot and data protection.
• Flexible Memory Support: Multiple DDR and LPDDR generations plus QSPI support allow designers to choose memory technologies that match cost and performance targets.
• HMI-Ready Peripherals: Built-in keyboard, LCD and touchscreen controllers reduce external component count for user-interface applications.
• Industrial-Rated Reliability: −40 °C to 85 °C operating range and industrial grade classification support deployment in harsh environments.
• Compact, Surface-Mount Package: 289-LFBGA (14×14) package enables high-density PCB designs while delivering the device’s full feature set.
• Broad Connectivity Options: Integrated Ethernet and USB 2.0 with HSIC provide essential wired interfaces without additional host controllers.

Why Choose ATSAMA5D26A-CU?

The ATSAMA5D26A-CU balances a 500 MHz Cortex‑A5 core with multimedia extensions, comprehensive memory-controller options, and a suite of hardware security features—making it well suited for embedded industrial applications that require display interfaces, secure networking and robust operation across temperature extremes. Its 289-LFBGA surface-mount package and 3.3 V I/O simplify integration into compact designs.

Designed and supplied by Microchip Technology, this device targets engineers and system designers building industrial HMI, secure embedded gateways, multimedia interfaces and other embedded systems that need integrated peripherals, memory flexibility, and hardware security at industrial operating temperatures.

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