MCF5206ECAB40

The MCF5206ECAB40 is a ColdFire V2 microprocessor in a 160-QFP (28×28) surface-mount package, featuring a single 32-bit core running at 40 MHz. It targets embedded control and industrial applications that require integrated memory and peripheral functions with a 3.3 V I/O interface and industrial temperature qualification (‑40 °C to 85 °C).

On-chip integration—including a DRAM controller, DMA channels, timers and serial interfaces—reduces external component count and accelerates time to market for compact, cost-effective embedded systems.

Key Features

• Core ColdFire V2 architecture, single 32-bit core running at 40 MHz with a Multiply-Accumulate (MAC) module and hardware divide unit for improved arithmetic performance.
• Memory On-chip 4 KByte direct-mapped instruction cache and 8 KByte SRAM for low-latency code and data access; integrated DRAM controller supporting EDO and page-mode DRAMs.
• Peripherals & I/O Two UARTs, dual 16-bit general-purpose multimode timers, I2C-compatible bus interface, and 2-channel DMA to offload data movement from the CPU. EBI/EMI support for parallel external memory and I/O devices.
• System Integration Glueless interfaces to 8-bit, 16-bit and 32-bit DRAM, SRAM and I/O devices reduce external logic and simplify board design.
• Power & Voltage 3.3 V I/O voltage for common embedded system interoperability.
• Package & Environmental 160-BQFP (supplier package: 160-QFP 28×28), surface-mount, industrial temperature range of ‑40 °C to 85 °C. RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Embedded control — Central processor for control logic in compact embedded systems where integrated peripherals and memory reduce board complexity.
• DSP-related processing — MAC and hardware divide accelerate complex arithmetic tasks commonly found in signal-processing workloads.
• Industrial automation — Industrial qualification and wide temperature range make the device suitable for factory automation and process control equipment.
• Legacy 68K migration — Designed to support a progressive roadmap for 68K users, easing code migration and reuse for existing 68K-based designs.

Unique Advantages

• Highly integrated solution: On-chip DRAM controller, DMA, timers and serial interfaces reduce external components and BOM cost.
• Hardware-accelerated arithmetic: MAC module and hardware divide improve performance on compute-heavy routines without relying on external DSP chips.
• Low-latency on-chip memory: 4 KByte instruction cache and 8 KByte SRAM provide one-cycle access to critical code and data, speeding program execution.
• Flexible memory interfacing: EBI/EMI and support for EDO/page-mode DRAM enable direct, glueless connections to a range of external memories.
• Industrial-grade robustness: Surface-mount 160-QFP package and ‑40 °C to 85 °C operating range meet common industrial deployment requirements.
• Manufacturer backing: Offered by NXP Semiconductors with a product roadmap that supports ColdFire and 68K migration paths.

Why Choose MCF5206ECAB40?

The MCF5206ECAB40 combines a ColdFire V2 core with targeted on-chip peripherals and memory to deliver a balanced solution for embedded and industrial control designs. Its integrated DRAM controller, DMA channels, timers and serial interfaces make it a compact, cost-effective option where board space and BOM reduction are priorities.

This device suits designers looking to leverage ColdFire architecture and a migration path from 68K systems while maintaining industrial operating temperature capability and standard 3.3 V I/O. The MCF5206ECAB40 provides the integration and targeted performance needed for practical, production-focused embedded applications.

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