MC68EC000EI8R2

The MC68EC000EI8R2 is an EC000-series microprocessor from NXP Semiconductors, implementing a single 32-bit core from the M680x0 family running at 8 MHz. Designed for embedded and consumer applications, it provides the established M68000 programming model in a surface-mount 68‑PLCC package.

This device targets embedded and consumer systems that require a compact 32‑bit processor operating at 5 V I/O levels with an industrial-friendly operating range and RoHS compliance for modern assembly processes.

Key Features

• Core and Architecture Single EC000 core implementing the M680x0 family 32‑bit architecture for established instruction set compatibility and programmer model.
• Clock Speed 8 MHz core frequency suitable for embedded control and low‑to‑moderate performance applications.
• Power and I/O 5 V I/O voltage level support consistent with legacy and mixed-voltage embedded designs.
• Package and Mounting 68‑lead PLCC (68‑LCC J‑Lead) surface‑mount package with 24.21 × 24.21 mm body size for board‑level integration.
• Data Width 32‑bit bus width using a single core, enabling native 32‑bit data and address operations.
• Operating Range and Qualification Consumer qualification with an operating temperature range of 0 °C to 70 °C, and RoHS compliance for environmental regulation adherence.
• Documentation Supported by the M68000 Family Programmer’s Reference Manual content covering the integer unit programming model, registers, floating‑point unit descriptions, and supervisor programming model.

Typical Applications

• Embedded Control Systems requiring a 32‑bit single‑core microprocessor running at 8 MHz for control and coordination tasks in embedded designs.
• Consumer Electronics Consumer devices that match the part’s consumer qualification and 0 °C to 70 °C operating range, using 5 V I/O signaling.
• Development and Legacy Support Development, evaluation, or maintenance of designs based on the M680x0 family leveraging the EC000 core and associated programmer’s reference material.

Unique Advantages

• Established M680x0 Architecture Provides the familiar M68000 programming model and architecture for design continuity and software reuse.
• Compact PLCC Packaging 68‑lead PLCC surface‑mount package (24.21 × 24.21 mm) enables dense board layouts while preserving I/O accessibility.
• Single 32‑Bit Core Native 32‑bit data path in a single‑core configuration for straightforward integration in embedded applications.
• Industry‑Standard I/O Voltage 5 V I/O simplifies integration with legacy peripherals and existing system designs that use established voltage levels.
• Regulatory Readiness RoHS compliance supports contemporary manufacturing and environmental requirements.
• Reference Documentation Backed by the M68000 Family Programmer’s Reference Manual content for register definitions, programming model, and unit descriptions to support software development.

Why Choose MC68EC000EI8R2?

The MC68EC000EI8R2 positions itself as a practical choice for embedded and consumer applications that benefit from the M680x0 family architecture. With a single 32‑bit EC000 core running at 8 MHz, 5 V I/O compatibility, and a compact 68‑PLCC surface‑mount package, it supports reliable integration into systems that require a proven programming model and straightforward hardware interfacing.

Its consumer qualification, documented programmer’s reference material, and RoHS compliance make it well suited for designers maintaining or evolving M680x0‑based platforms, prototyping, or deploying compact embedded controllers where these explicit electrical and mechanical characteristics match system requirements.

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