MC68HC000CEI16

The MC68HC000CEI16 is a single‑core, EC000 32‑bit microprocessor from the MC68HC000 series, manufactured by NXP Semiconductors. It operates at 16 MHz with 5 V I/O and is supplied in a 68‑lead PLCC surface‑mount package.

Designed and qualified for industrial temperature ranges, this device targets embedded and industrial applications that require a 32‑bit processing core in a compact PLCC footprint with surface‑mount assembly compatibility.

Key Features

• Core — EC000 single 32‑bit core providing a 32‑bit processor architecture for embedded control tasks.
• Clock Speed — 16 MHz operating frequency suited for moderate performance embedded workloads.
• Power and I/O — 5 V I/O voltage level for compatibility with legacy 5 V systems and interfaces.
• Package & Mounting — 68‑PLCC (24.21 × 24.21 mm) supplier device package; 68‑LCC (J‑Lead) package case; surface‑mount mounting type for PCB assembly.
• Operating Temperature — Industrial qualification with an operating range of −40 °C to 85 °C for deployment in temperature‑challenging environments.
• Regulatory — RoHS compliant to support environmentally conscious designs.

Typical Applications

• Industrial Control — Suitable for embedded controllers and process control units operating across industrial temperature ranges.
• Embedded Systems — Use in compact surface‑mount boards where a 32‑bit EC000 core and 5 V I/O are required.
• Instrumentation & Measurement — Integration into measurement devices and instrumentation that require reliable operation from −40 °C to 85 °C.
• Surface‑Mount PCB Designs — Fits PLCC footprints for through‑board and compact board implementations using J‑lead packaging.

Unique Advantages

• Established 32‑bit EC000 Core — Delivers a consistent 32‑bit architecture for embedded processing tasks where that instruction set and data width are required.
• Industrial Temperature Qualification — Rated from −40 °C to 85 °C to help ensure reliable operation in demanding environmental conditions.
• 5 V I/O Compatibility — Simplifies integration into systems and peripheral interfaces that operate at legacy 5 V logic levels.
• Surface‑Mount PLCC Package — 68‑lead PLCC (24.21 × 24.21 mm) package supports compact board layouts and standard surface‑mount assembly processes.
• RoHS Compliance — Meets common environmental requirements for modern electronics production.

Why Choose MC68HC000CEI16?

The MC68HC000CEI16 positions itself as a practical choice for embedded and industrial designs that require a 32‑bit EC000 core running at 16 MHz with 5 V I/O and industrial temperature capability. Its PLCC surface‑mount package and RoHS compliance make it suitable for compact, manufacturable board designs.

This part is a fit for engineers and procurement teams building reliable embedded systems and instrumentation where proven architecture, temperature resilience, and straightforward 5 V interfacing are priorities. Backed by NXP Semiconductors and its MC68HC000 series lineage, the device integrates into designs that value predictable electrical and mechanical characteristics.

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