MG80186-8

The MG80186-8 is an Intel M80186 family microprocessor featuring a single 80186 core with a 16-bit data width and an 8 MHz clock speed. Engineered for embedded applications, it delivers core processing, DRAM controller functionality and DMA interfacing in a military-grade device.

Designed for robust deployments, the device operates from a 5 V I/O domain and supports through-hole 68-CPGA packaging, making it suitable for systems requiring durability and high-temperature tolerance.

Key Features

• Core  The MG80186-8 contains a single 80186 core with a 16-bit bus width running at 8 MHz.
• Memory Support  Integrated DRAM controller functionality to support system memory requirements.
• Co-processor Support  External 80187 FPU support is provided for floating-point processing when required.
• Interfaces  Includes DMA support to enable efficient peripheral-to-memory data transfers.
• Power  Single 5 V I/O supply simplifies power domain requirements.
• Package  Supplied in a 68-CPGA package (29.21×29.21) with through-hole mounting for secure board attachment.
• Temperature Range  Rated for military temperatures from -55 °C to 125 °C for high-reliability environments.
• Compliance  RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Military Embedded Systems  Use in military electronics where the device’s military grade temperature range and robustness are required.
• Industrial Control  Suitable for embedded control and monitoring systems that benefit from 16-bit processing, DMA and DRAM controller integration.
• Rugged Instrumentation  Applicable to instrumentation designs needing through-hole mounting and extended temperature operation.
• Legacy System Maintenance  Fits retrofit or maintenance projects that require the 80186 core architecture and compatible packaging.

Unique Advantages

• Military-grade temperature rating: Rated from -55 °C to 125 °C to support designs exposed to extreme environments.
• Integrated system interfaces: On-chip DRAM controller and DMA support reduce external component count and simplify board-level design.
• Co-processor capability: Support for an external 80187 FPU allows offloading of floating-point tasks where needed.
• Robust packaging: 68-CPGA through-hole package (29.21×29.21) provides secure mounting for mechanically demanding applications.
• Simple power requirements: Single 5 V I/O voltage streamlines power-supply design.
• RoHS compliant: Meets RoHS requirements for environmental compliance.

Why Choose MG80186-8?

The MG80186-8 positions itself as a reliable, focused solution for embedded designs that require a 16-bit 80186 core at 8 MHz with integrated memory and DMA capabilities. Its military-grade temperature range and through-hole 68-CPGA packaging make it well suited to rugged and long-lived systems.

This device is appropriate for engineers and procurement teams building or maintaining industrial, military, or instrumentation applications that need the specific combination of 80186 architecture, DRAM controller support, external FPU option, and robust thermal performance.

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