MCIMX515DVK8C

The MCIMX515DVK8C is an NXP i.MX 515-series ARM® Cortex®-A8 microprocessor IC featuring a single 32-bit core at 800 MHz in a 527-ball LFBGA (13×13) package. It targets embedded applications that require an integrated multimedia-capable processor with a broad set of peripherals and on-chip security features.

Designed for consumer-class qualification and RoHS compliance, this device is suitable for use in systems such as metering, portable medical equipment, thermostats, industrial sensor interfacing and other embedded designs that benefit from graphics acceleration, multiple USB ports and standard Ethernet connectivity.

Key Features

• Core  ARM® Cortex®-A8 single 32-bit core running at 800 MHz, providing deterministic compute for embedded workloads.
• Multimedia and DSP  Includes multimedia co-processor support and NEON™ SIMD for accelerated signal and media processing tasks.
• Memory Controllers  Supports LPDDR and DDR2 memory interfaces for flexible system memory choices.
• Graphics & Display  Graphics acceleration and built-in display interface controllers for LCD and keypad-driven user interfaces.
• Interfaces  Ethernet 10/100 Mbps (1), multiple USB 2.0 ports (3 USB 2.0) plus 1 USB 2.0 with PHY, and a 1‑Wire interface for peripheral connectivity.
• Security  On-chip security capabilities including ARM TrustZone (ARM TZ), Boot Security, Cryptography, RTIC, Secure Fusebox, Secure JTAG, Secure Memory and Secure RTC.
• Package & Mounting  527-ball LFBGA / 527-BGA (13×13) surface-mount package suitable for compact embedded boards.
• Operating Range  Rated for operation from −20 °C to 85 °C.
• Environmental  RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Single‑phase electricity meters  Precision metering designs that require an embedded MPU with secure boot and interface support for sensors and displays.
• Portable medical equipment  Battery‑friendly portable devices leveraging the processor’s media and DSP capabilities for sensor data processing and UI graphics.
• Thermostats and building controls  Local control and display handling with Ethernet and USB connectivity for configuration and data logging.
• Industrial process control & measurement  Sensor interfacing and system integration where secure operation and multiple connectivity options are needed.
• Digital scales and automated test equipment  Embedded measurement systems that benefit from on-chip signal processing and stable single-core performance.

Unique Advantages

• Single-core ARM Cortex-A8 performance: 800 MHz operation provides consistent processing throughput for embedded control and media tasks.
• Multimedia acceleration with NEON: Integrated NEON SIMD and multimedia co-processing reduce CPU load for signal and media processing.
• Flexible memory support: LPDDR and DDR2 controller support allows designers to choose memory technologies that match cost and performance targets.
• Comprehensive I/O set: Built-in Ethernet, multiple USB ports, display controllers and 1‑Wire simplify system integration and lower BOM complexity.
• Built‑in security features: Hardware security primitives including TrustZone, secure boot and cryptography enable secure system designs.
• Compact surface-mount package: 527-BGA (13×13) LFBGA package supports dense board layouts for space-constrained embedded products.

Why Choose MCIMX515DVK8C?

The MCIMX515DVK8C combines a single 800 MHz ARM Cortex‑A8 core with multimedia acceleration, a wide peripheral set and extensive on-chip security to address embedded consumer and industrial applications that require both compute and secure connectivity. Its LPDDR/DDR2 memory support, graphics acceleration and multiple USB/Ethernet interfaces make it well suited for products with user interfaces, sensor processing and networked data exchange.

For design teams seeking a RoHS-compliant, consumer‑qualified MPU in a compact LFBGA package, the MCIMX515DVK8C offers a balanced platform for prototyping and production, backed by NXP’s i.MX ecosystem and documentation.

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