MC68EC000EI12R2

The MC68EC000EI12R2 is a single-core, 32‑bit microprocessor from the MC68EC000 series, featuring an EC000 core running at 12 MHz and 5 V I/O. Packaged in a 68‑lead PLCC (24.21×24.21 mm) surface‑mount case and qualified for consumer applications, it delivers a compact, standards‑based processing option for embedded designs.

Documentation for the M68000 family, including the Programmer’s Reference Manual, provides the programming model and architecture details relevant to the EC000 core, supporting developers implementing integer and floating‑point software models from the series documentation.

Key Features

• EC000 32‑bit Core Single 32‑bit processor core suitable for standard M68000 family programming models.
• 12 MHz Operating Frequency Fixed 12 MHz clock speed for predictable timing in embedded control and processing tasks.
• 5 V I/O 5 V I/O voltage compatibility for designs using legacy logic voltage levels.
• Consumer Qualification & Temperature Range Consumer‑grade qualification with an operating temperature range of 0 °C to 70 °C.
• 68‑lead PLCC Surface‑Mount Package 68‑LCC (J‑Lead) / 68‑PLCC package with 24.21×24.21 mm body size for compact board layouts and surface mount assembly.
• RoHS Compliant Conforms to RoHS requirements for materials compliance in commercial products.
• Extensive Series Documentation Supported by M68000 family Programmer’s Reference Manual material that details integer and floating‑point programming models and supervisor features.

Typical Applications

• Consumer Electronics — Control and processing tasks in consumer devices where a 32‑bit EC000 core and 12 MHz operation meet system requirements.
• Embedded Control — General embedded control functions and firmware implementations that benefit from the M68000 family programming model.
• Industrial HMI and Instrumentation (Consumer‑grade) — User interface control and instrumentation functions operating within the 0 °C to 70 °C temperature range.

Unique Advantages

• Standard M68000 Family Architecture Aligns with M68000 family programming documentation, easing firmware development and code portability within the series.
• Compact PLCC Form Factor 68‑lead PLCC package (24.21×24.21 mm) enables space‑constrained surface‑mount PCB designs.
• Predictable Performance Fixed 12 MHz clock and single 32‑bit core provide deterministic behavior for embedded control tasks.
• Legacy 5 V I/O Compatibility 5 V I/O supports integration with existing 5 V system logic without level‑translation in many designs.
• RoHS Compliant Supports regulatory material requirements for commercial product manufacturing.
• Consumer‑Grade Availability Qualified for consumer applications with a defined operating temperature range for mainstream product use.

Why Choose MC68EC000EI12R2?

The MC68EC000EI12R2 positions itself as a straightforward, standards‑based microprocessor option for designers targeting consumer and general embedded applications. With a 32‑bit EC000 core, 12 MHz operating frequency, and 5 V I/O in a compact 68‑lead PLCC surface‑mount package, it fits designs that require legacy voltage compatibility and the M68000 family programming model.

Backed by the M68000 family documentation, the MC68EC000EI12R2 is suitable for development efforts that value predictable timing, a familiar programming architecture, and RoHS compliance. It is appropriate for engineers and teams building consumer‑grade embedded systems where these specific electrical, mechanical, and environmental parameters match project requirements.

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