MPC8308CZQAFD

The MPC8308CZQAFD is a PowerPC e300c3-based microprocessor optimized for embedded and industrial applications. It is a cost-effective, low-power, highly integrated host processor offering a single 32-bit core running at 333 MHz and designed to simplify system design by consolidating multiple high-speed interfaces and controllers on-chip.

Targeted at designs that require robust connectivity and memory support in industrial temperature ranges, this device provides integrated Ethernet, DDR2 memory control, PCI Express and USB 2.0 connectivity alongside a broad set of peripheral controllers.

Key Features

• Core  PowerPC e300c3 core, single 32-bit processor running at 333 MHz with instruction and data cache as defined in the MPC8308 family.
• Memory  Integrated DDR2 SDRAM controller for system memory interfacing.
• Ethernet  Three 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet controllers, supporting three-speed operation for high-performance networking.
• PCI Express  On-chip PCI Express controller for high-speed peripheral expansion and host interfaces.
• USB  Integrated USB 2.0 controller (1) for peripheral connectivity.
• On-chip Peripherals  Includes DUART, I2C controllers, SPI, timers, GPIO, JTAG and an integrated programmable interrupt controller (IPIC).
• Storage & SD Host  Enhanced Secure Digital Host Controller (eSDHC) for SD/MMC interfaces.
• System Support  General purpose DMA controller, SerDes block, enhanced local bus controller (eLBC) and high-speed serial interfaces (HSSI) as described in family documentation.
• Package & Mounting  Supplier device package: 473-MAPBGA (19×19); surface mount, tray packing.
• Industrial Temperature Range  Rated operating temperature from −40 °C to 105 °C.

Typical Applications

• Networking & Communications: Use the triple 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet controllers and PCI Express connectivity for routers, switches, and gateway devices.
• Industrial Automation: Industrial temperature rating and integrated I/O/peripheral controllers make this device suitable for control and automation systems.
• Embedded Host Controllers: Consolidate host processing, memory control and peripheral interfaces in compact embedded platforms to reduce board complexity and BOM.
• Storage & Peripheral Gateways: DDR2 memory support, eSDHC and USB 2.0 enable use in storage interfaces and media gateway applications.

Unique Advantages

• Highly integrated solution: Multiple high-speed controllers and peripherals on-chip reduce external components and simplify board design.
• Flexible connectivity: Triple Gigabit-capable Ethernet, PCI Express, USB 2.0 and HSSI provide a wide range of I/O options for diverse system requirements.
• Industrial-grade operation: Specified operation from −40 °C to 105 °C for deployment in temperature-challenging environments.
• Memory subsystem: Built-in DDR2 SDRAM controller enables high-bandwidth memory interfaces without external memory controller logic.
• Compact packaging: 473-MAPBGA (19×19) package supports high pin density in space-constrained designs.
• Power-efficient, cost-aware design: Described as a low-power, cost-effective host processor for designs emphasizing time-to-market and package size.
• Power Architecture support: Implements the Power Architecture user instruction set and provides hardware and software debugging support as part of the MPC8308 family.

Why Choose MPC8308CZQAFD?

The MPC8308CZQAFD combines a PowerPC e300c3 core with a broad set of integrated interfaces—triple Ethernet, DDR2 memory controller, PCI Express and USB 2.0—making it a strong fit for embedded and industrial systems that require consolidated connectivity and compact board design. Its industrial temperature rating and dense MAPBGA packaging further support deployment in robust, space-constrained applications.

Manufactured by NXP Semiconductors and drawn from the MPC8308 family, this device is positioned for engineers seeking an integrated, low-power host processor to accelerate development and reduce BOM complexity in networking, automation and embedded gateway designs.

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