MPC8309VMAHFCA

The MPC8309VMAHFCA is a PowerPC-based embedded communications microprocessor featuring a single PowerPC e300c3 core running at 417 MHz. It is a highly integrated solution targeted at networking and embedded communications designs.

Designed for applications such as residential gateways, modem/routers, industrial control and test & measurement, the device combines on-chip connectivity, a DDR2 memory controller and the QUICC Engine communications co-processor to simplify system design and accelerate time-to-market.

Key Features

• Core Single PowerPC e300c3 32‑bit core running at 417 MHz for deterministic embedded processing.
• Communications Co-processor Integrated QUICC Engine and communications DSP functionality to offload packet processing and protocol tasks.
• Memory On-chip support for DDR2 SDRAM controllers to interface with external system memory.
• Ethernet Three 10/100 Mbps Ethernet interfaces for multi-port networking applications.
• USB and CAN Single USB 2.0 interface and additional CAN interface for peripheral connectivity and device control.
• Package and Mounting 489‑pin PBGA (19 × 19 mm) LFBGA package, surface mount, suitable for compact board layouts.
• Operating Temperature Rated for 0 °C to 105 °C operation to cover a range of commercial and industrial environments.
• Compliance RoHS‑compliant manufacturing aligns with current environmental requirements.

Typical Applications

• Residential Gateways Acts as the central communications processor, leveraging multiple Ethernet ports and USB for WAN/LAN and peripheral connectivity.
• Modem and Router Platforms Provides packet-processing capability with the QUICC Engine and Ethernet interfaces for broadband access devices.
• Industrial Control Integrates DDR2 memory support and CAN connectivity for control systems and industrial networking nodes.
• Test & Measurement Offers a documented hardware platform and deterministic processing for embedded test instrumentation.

Unique Advantages

• Highly integrated communications feature set: Multiple Ethernet ports, USB 2.0, CAN and the QUICC Engine reduce external peripheral requirements.
• Targeted embedded performance: Single 32‑bit PowerPC e300c3 core at 417 MHz provides predictable processing for networking tasks.
• DDR2 memory support: On‑chip DDR2 controller simplifies memory subsystem design and enables standard DRAM interfacing.
• Compact package: 489‑pin PBGA (19 × 19 mm) surface-mount package supports dense board layouts and conservative board real estate.
• Extended operating range: 0 °C to 105 °C rating supports deployment across a variety of commercial and industrial environments.
• Documented hardware specifications: Detailed datasheet and hardware specification content are available to support design and validation activities.

Why Choose MPC8309VMAHFCA?

The MPC8309VMAHFCA positions itself as a compact, integrated processor for embedded communications designs that require on-chip networking interfaces, DDR2 memory support and a communications co-processor. Its combination of a PowerPC e300c3 core, QUICC Engine functionality and multiple Ethernet ports makes it suitable for gateway, router and industrial networking products.

With RoHS compliance, a defined operating temperature range and published hardware documentation, the MPC8309VMAHFCA is a practical choice for teams seeking a documented, integration-focused processor solution for mid-performance communications applications.

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