MC68040FE33A

The MC68040FE33A is a single-core, 32-bit microprocessor from the MC68040 family, specified for 33 MHz operation. Packaged in a 184-CQFP surface-mount package (31.3 × 31.3 mm) and designed for embedded applications, it provides a compact hardware footprint with standard 5 V I/O compatibility.

As a member of the MC68040 series, documentation for the family covers the processor’s integer unit and memory management unit behavior, making it suitable for engineers referencing series-level technical details during integration.

Key Features

• Core and Architecture  68040 core, single 32‑bit processing core providing consistent 32‑bit operation.
• Clock Speed  33 MHz operating frequency for deterministic embedded processing.
• Power and I/O  5 V I/O voltage for compatibility with legacy 5 V systems.
• Package and Mounting  184‑CQFP surface‑mount package (31.3 × 31.3 mm) for high pin‑count board integration; package case listed as 184‑BCQFP.
• Interfaces  Includes SCI as an additional interface for serial communication needs.
• Operating Range  Rated for commercial temperature operation from 0 °C to 70 °C.
• Environmental Compliance  RoHS compliant, supporting lead‑free manufacturing processes.

Typical Applications

• Embedded Systems  Integration into embedded platforms that require a single 32‑bit microprocessor core in a compact surface‑mount package.
• Industrial Control  Use in control and processing subsystems where a 33 MHz 68040 core and 5 V I/O are appropriate for existing architectures.
• Legacy System Maintenance  Replacement or refurbishment of equipment designed around the MC68040 series form factor and electrical characteristics.

Unique Advantages

• Proven 68040 Architecture:  Delivers established 32‑bit MC68040 core behavior for designs leveraging the MC68040 family documentation.
• Compact High‑Pin Package:  184‑CQFP (31.3 × 31.3 mm) provides extensive I/O in a surface‑mount footprint for board-level integration.
• 5 V I/O Compatibility:  Direct compatibility with 5 V systems simplifies integration into existing hardware platforms.
• Commercial Temperature Rating:  0 °C to 70 °C operation aligns with standard commercial embedded deployments.
• Serial Communication Interface:  On‑device SCI supports serial connectivity needs without requiring additional interface ICs.
• RoHS Compliance:  Supports lead‑free assembly processes and environmental regulatory requirements.

Why Choose MC68040FE33A?

The MC68040FE33A offers a straightforward, industry‑familiar 32‑bit MC68040 core at 33 MHz in a high‑pin‑count CQFP package, making it suitable for embedded designs that require the function and form factor of the MC68040 family. Its 5 V I/O and surface‑mount 184‑CQFP packaging simplify integration into existing boards and enable compact layouts.

Engineers seeking a processor supported by comprehensive MC68040 family documentation—covering the integer unit and memory management unit behavior—will find the MC68040FE33A a practical choice for maintaining or modernizing embedded systems within the specified commercial temperature range.

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