ATSAMA5D27C-CU
| Part Description |
ARM® Cortex®-A5 Microprocessor IC SAMA5D2 1 Core, 32-Bit 500MHz 289-LFBGA (14x14) |
|---|---|
| Quantity | 380 Available (as of October 8, 2026) |
| Product Category | Microprocessors |
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| Part Series | SAMA5D2 |
| Manufacturer | Microchip Technology |
| Manufacturing Status | Active |
| Manufacturer Standard Lead Time | 4 Weeks |
| Datasheet |
Specifications & Environmental
| Co-Processors/DSP | Multimedia; NEON™ MPE | Core Processor | ARM® Cortex®-A5 | Device Package | 289-LFBGA (14x14) | ||
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| Display & Interface Controllers | Keyboard, LCD, Touchscreen | ECCN | 5A992C | Ethernet | 10/100Mbps (1) | ||
| Grade | Industrial | Graphics Acceleration | Yes | HTS Code | 8542.31.0001 | ||
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | 3 (168 Hours) | Mounting Method | Surface Mount | Mounting Type | Surface Mount | ||
| Number of Cores/Bus Width | 1 Core, 32-Bit | Operating Temperature | -40°C ~ 85°C (TA) | Package / Case | 289-LFBGA | ||
| RAM Controllers | LPDDR1, LPDDR2, LPDDR3, DDR2, DDR3, DDR3L, QSPI | REACH Compliance | REACH Unaffected | RoHS Compliance | ROHS3 Compliant | ||
| Security Features | ARM TZ, Boot Security, Cryptography, RTIC, Secure Fusebox, Secure JTAG, Secure Memory, Secure RTC | Speed | 500MHz | Supplier Device Package | 289-LFBGA (14×14) | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 + HSIC | Voltage – I/O | 3.3V |
Overview of ATSAMA5D27C-CU – ARM Cortex-A5 MPU, 500 MHz, 289-LFBGA
The ATSAMA5D27C-CU is an ultra-low-power microprocessor unit based on a single ARM® Cortex®-A5 core running up to 500 MHz. It integrates multimedia acceleration and a broad set of peripherals aimed at connectivity and user-interface applications.
Designed for industrial-grade embedded systems, the device provides flexible memory controller support, hardware security features, and a compact 289-LFBGA (14×14) surface-mount package for space-constrained designs.
Key Features
- Core & Performance — Single ARM® Cortex®-A5 core, 32-bit, up to 500 MHz with NEON™ media processing engine for multimedia acceleration.
- Memory Support — High flexibility with controllers for LPDDR1/LPDDR2/LPDDR3, DDR2/DDR3/DDR3L and QSPI Flash to match a range of DRAM and flash options.
- Graphics & Display — Integrated graphics acceleration and display interface controllers for LCD, keyboard and touchscreen, with datasheet support for TFT controllers and post-processing features.
- Connectivity & Peripherals — 10/100 Mbps Ethernet (1), USB 2.0 + HSIC support, I2C and multiple serial/audio interfaces for rich I/O connectivity.
- Security — Hardware security features including ARM TrustZone, boot security, cryptography accelerators, secure fusebox, secure JTAG, secure memory and secure RTC to protect system integrity and data.
- System & Low-Power — Ultra-low-power operation with multiple low-power modes, fast wakeup capability and integrated clocks/PLLs for system and USB timing.
- Package & Temperature — 289-LFBGA (14×14) surface-mount package; industrial operating range from −40 °C to 85 °C.
- Compliance — RoHS compliant.
Typical Applications
- Human–Machine Interfaces (HMIs) — Drive LCDs, touchscreens and keyboard interfaces with integrated graphics acceleration for responsive user interfaces.
- Industrial Control & Automation — Industrial-grade temperature range and rich I/O make it suitable for embedded controllers and operator panels.
- Connectivity Gateways — Ethernet and USB interfaces enable networked peripherals, device connectivity and protocol bridging in embedded systems.
- Imaging & Sensor Modules — Image Sensor Controller support and multimedia processing capabilities support camera and vision front-ends for embedded imaging tasks.
- Secure Embedded Systems — Hardware trust features and crypto accelerators enable secure boot and protected data storage for sensitive applications.
Unique Advantages
- Integrated multimedia acceleration — NEON™ MPE and graphics support reduce software load for media and UI tasks, simplifying application development.
- Flexible memory options — Broad support for DDR and LPDDR families plus QSPI Flash enables designers to optimize cost, performance and power.
- Comprehensive hardware security — TrustZone plus on-chip cryptography, secure JTAG and fusebox features provide layered protection for firmware and data.
- Industrial temperature capability — −40 °C to 85 °C rating supports deployment in demanding environments.
- Compact, manufacturable package — 289-LFBGA (14×14) surface-mount package balances pin count and PCB space for compact designs.
- Delivered software resources — Series datasheet notes availability of a free Linux distribution and bare-metal C examples to accelerate development.
Why Choose ATSAMA5D27C-CU?
The ATSAMA5D27C-CU combines a 500 MHz ARM® Cortex®-A5 core with multimedia acceleration, extensive memory-controller support and a broad set of connectivity interfaces to address embedded designs that require responsive user interfaces, secure operation and flexible system memory choices. Its industrial temperature rating and compact 289-LFBGA package make it a practical option for space-constrained, ruggedized applications.
For design teams seeking a balanced MPU with integrated security and peripheral functionality, the ATSAMA5D27C-CU offers a clear platform for building connectivity- and UI-focused embedded products while benefiting from available software examples and Linux support to shorten time-to-market.
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