MC68302EH25C

The MC68302EH25C is an NXP Semiconductors microprocessor built around the M68000 core, offering a single-core 8/16-bit bus architecture running at 25 MHz. Designed for embedded systems, the device integrates on-chip communications support and DRAM controller capabilities to address control, communications and system-management tasks in space-constrained, surface-mount applications.

With 5 V I/O signaling, a compact 132-pin PQFP (46×46) bumpered package and a commercial operating range of 0°C to 70°C, the MC68302EH25C targets embedded and industrial designs that require proven M68000 architecture compatibility combined with integrated peripheral and bus management features.

Key Features

• M68000 Core (1 Core, 8/16-bit) Single M68000 processor core providing a classic 8/16-bit bus interface suitable for established embedded instruction sets and legacy software migration.
• 25 MHz Clock Rate Operates at a 25 MHz system clock to meet moderate-performance embedded control and communications requirements.
• 5 V I/O Signaling Standard 5 V I/O voltage level for compatibility with legacy peripherals and existing 5 V system designs.
• Communications RISC CPM Co-Processor Integrated communications co-processor (RISC CPM) for handling offloaded communications tasks and protocol processing.
• DRAM Controller On-chip DRAM controller simplifies external memory interfacing for system and application code storage.
• Interfaces Includes GCI as an additional interface to support system control and peripheral connectivity requirements.
• Package & Mounting 132-pin PQFP (46×46) bumpered package, surface-mount mounting type suitable for compact PCB layouts.
• Operating Range & Compliance Commercial temperature range of 0°C to 70°C and RoHS-compliant status for regulatory and environmental considerations.
• Series-Level Timing Documentation The MC68302 series datasheet documents detailed timing parameters such as cycle period, clock pulse widths, address/data timing and bus-control timings to assist board-level timing and signal-integrity planning.

Typical Applications

• Industrial Control – Use the M68000 core and DRAM controller for control logic, process sequencing and moderate real-time tasks in industrial equipment operating within a commercial temperature range.
• Embedded Communications Equipment – Leverage the integrated communications RISC CPM co-processor and GCI interface for protocol handling, peripheral offload and control-plane tasks.
• Legacy System Upgrades – Ideal for designs that require M68000 architecture compatibility with modern surface-mount packaging and integrated memory control.

Unique Advantages

• Integrated Communications Co-Processing – On-chip RISC CPM reduces external chipset requirements by handling communications and protocol processing tasks internally.
• Simplified Memory Integration – Built-in DRAM controller streamlines external memory interfacing and lowers BOM complexity for systems requiring program and data memory.
• Proven M68000 Architecture – The established M68000 core provides a known instruction set and architecture for legacy code reuse and predictable software behavior.
• Compact Surface-Mount Package – 132-PQFP (46×46) bumpered package supports dense PCB layouts while preserving a high pin count for versatile system I/O.
• Design-Ready Timing Information – Series datasheet contains detailed timing and bus-control parameters to support precise hardware timing analysis and board-level validation.
• Regulatory and Environmental Compliance – RoHS-compliant status supports environmental sourcing requirements.

Why Choose MC68302EH25C?

The MC68302EH25C combines the M68000 core with on-chip communications co-processing and a DRAM controller to deliver a compact, integrated solution for embedded control and communications applications. Its 25 MHz operation, 5 V I/O compatibility and 132-pin PQFP package make it suitable for designs that balance legacy architecture support with modern surface-mount assembly.

This device is well suited to designers seeking a reliable, well-documented microprocessor building block for commercial-temperature embedded systems that require integrated memory control and dedicated communications processing. The series-level timing documentation supports precise system integration and validation during development.

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