ATSAMA5D44A-CU

The ATSAMA5D44A-CU is an ARM® Cortex®-A5 32-bit microprocessor IC operating at 600 MHz in a 361-TFBGA (16×16) package. It integrates multimedia and security capabilities alongside a rich set of memory and peripheral interfaces for embedded applications.

With industrial-grade qualification and an operating temperature range of -40 °C to 85 °C, the device targets embedded designs that require connectivity, display support and on-chip cryptographic features while maintaining a compact surface-mount footprint.

Key Features

• Core and Performance  ARM® Cortex®-A5 single 32-bit core running at 600 MHz, with multimedia co-processor support including NEON™ SIMD.
• Memory Controllers  Integrated controllers supporting LPDDR, LPDDR2 and DDR2 memory types for flexible system memory configurations.
• Display and Graphics  Built-in display interface controllers for LCD and touchscreen and on-chip graphics acceleration to support graphical user interfaces.
• Connectivity  Ethernet 10/100 Mbps (1 port), three USB 2.0 ports and an External Bus Interface (EBI) for diverse peripheral and network connections.
• Security  Hardware security primitives including AES, SHA, TDES and a True Random Number Generator (TRNG) for embedded cryptographic functions.
• Package and Mounting  361-TFBGA (16×16) supplier device package, designed for surface-mount assembly.
• Operating Range and Grade  Industrial-grade device with an operating temperature range of -40 °C to 85 °C.
• Environmental Compliance  RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Industrial HMI and Touch Displays  LCD and touchscreen controllers plus graphics acceleration enable responsive operator interfaces and display systems.
• Secure Embedded Controllers  On-chip AES, SHA, TDES and TRNG support device-level security for embedded control and protected data handling.
• Networked Devices and Gateways  Integrated 10/100 Mbps Ethernet and multiple USB 2.0 ports provide connectivity for networked peripherals and gateway functions.
• Multimedia and UI Processing  NEON™ SIMD multimedia support and graphics acceleration help offload media and UI workloads in embedded products.

Unique Advantages

• Compact, single-core performance: A 600 MHz Cortex‑A5 core delivers deterministic 32-bit processing in a small 361‑TFBGA footprint.
• Multimedia acceleration onboard: NEON™ SIMD and graphics acceleration reduce the need for external media processors.
• Flexible memory support: LPDDR, LPDDR2 and DDR2 controller options simplify memory selection across different designs.
• Comprehensive I/O and connectivity: Ethernet, three USB 2.0 ports and an EBI reduce external interface components and simplify integration.
• Hardware security primitives: On-chip AES, SHA, TDES and TRNG provide building blocks for secure embedded solutions.
• Industrial-ready thermal range: Rated for -40 °C to 85 °C and specified as Industrial grade for deployment in demanding environments.

Why Choose ATSAMA5D44A-CU?

The ATSAMA5D44A-CU combines a 600 MHz ARM® Cortex®-A5 core with multimedia, security and a broad peripheral set to deliver an integrated microprocessor solution for embedded systems. Its support for multiple memory types, display interfaces and hardware cryptography positions it for designs that require a balance of processing, connectivity and on-chip security.

As an industrial-grade device packaged in a 361‑TFBGA and backed by Microchip Technology, the ATSAMA5D44A-CU offers a compact, standards-compliant option for developers building industrial HMIs, secure controllers, networked devices and multimedia-capable embedded products.

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