ATSAMA5D43B-CU

The ATSAMA5D43B-CU is an ARM® Cortex®-A5 microprocessor IC from Microchip Technology, featuring a single 32-bit core running at 600 MHz in a 289-LFBGA (14×14) package. Designed for embedded and industrial applications, it integrates multimedia acceleration, security primitives and a range of I/O to support display, connectivity and memory interfaces.

This industrial-grade part supports operating temperatures from −40 °C to 85 °C and is targeted at systems that require balanced compute performance, integrated peripherals and hardware security.

Key Features

• Core and Performance — ARM® Cortex®-A5 single 32-bit core at 600 MHz with multimedia and NEON™ SIMD support for accelerated signal and media processing.
• Memory Interfaces — Integrated controllers for LPDDR, LPDDR2 and DDR2 memory types to accommodate varied system memory requirements.
• Display and HMI — Display interface controllers for LCD and touchscreen panels, enabling graphical user interfaces and interactive displays.
• Connectivity — On-chip 10/100 Mbps Ethernet (1) and three USB 2.0 ports for wired networking and peripheral connectivity.
• Security — Hardware security features including AES, SHA, TDES and a TRNG for cryptographic operations and entropy generation.
• Graphics Acceleration — Built-in graphics acceleration to offload rendering tasks and improve GUI responsiveness.
• System and External Bus — External Bus Interface (EBI) support for memory-mapped peripherals and external components.
• Package and Mounting — 289-LFBGA (14×14) surface-mount package suitable for compact system designs.
• Industrial Temperature Range — Rated for −40 °C to 85 °C operation for use in industrial environments.
• RoHS Compliance — RoHS-compliant device from Microchip Technology.

Typical Applications

• Industrial Control and Automation — Industrial-grade temperature rating and integrated I/O make the device suitable for embedded control nodes and process controllers.
• Human‑Machine Interfaces (HMI) — LCD and touchscreen controllers combined with graphics acceleration support interactive operator panels and display systems.
• Networking and Connectivity Appliances — Integrated Ethernet and multiple USB 2.0 ports enable connectivity for edge devices, gateways and peripheral hubs.
• Multimedia and Display Devices — NEON™ SIMD and multimedia co-processor support media processing and UI rendering in compact embedded products.

Unique Advantages

• Balanced Compute at 600 MHz: A 600 MHz ARM® Cortex®-A5 core provides measurable application performance for embedded workloads while keeping design complexity low.
• Integrated Security Primitives: AES, SHA, TDES and TRNG hardware accelerate cryptographic functions and improve system-level security.
• Flexible Memory Support: Built-in controllers for LPDDR, LPDDR2 and DDR2 simplify memory selection and enable a range of performance/cost trade-offs.
• Rich Peripheral Set: On-chip Ethernet, three USB 2.0 ports, display controllers and EBI reduce external component count and streamline BOM.
• Industrial-Ready Packaging: 289-LFBGA surface-mount package combined with −40 °C to 85 °C rating supports space-constrained, temperature-demanding deployments.
• Vendor-Backed Component: Manufactured by Microchip Technology, offering a recognized supply source for embedded system developers.

Why Choose ATSAMA5D43B-CU?

The ATSAMA5D43B-CU combines a 600 MHz ARM® Cortex®-A5 core with multimedia acceleration, extensive peripheral interfaces and hardware security features in an industrial-grade LFBGA package. It is well suited to embedded designs that need a balance of compute, display capabilities and connectivity while maintaining industry operating temperatures.

Choose this Microchip Technology MPU when your design requires integrated memory controllers, display and touchscreen support, Ethernet and multiple USB ports alongside on-chip cryptographic engines—providing a compact, single-chip foundation for robust embedded systems.

Request a quote or submit an inquiry to receive pricing and availability for ATSAMA5D43B-CU and to discuss how this MPU fits your next embedded or industrial design.