MPC8321VRAFDC
| Part Description |
PowerPC e300c2 Microprocessor IC MPC83xx 1 Core, 32-Bit 333MHz 516-PBGA (27x27) |
|---|---|
| Quantity | 1,000 Available (as of October 8, 2026) |
| Product Category | Microprocessors |
|---|---|
| Part Series | MPC8321 |
| Manufacturer | NXP USA Inc. |
| Manufacturing Status | Obsolete |
| Manufacturer Standard Lead Time | Contact Us |
| Datasheet |
Specifications & Environmental
| Core Processor | PowerPC e300c2 | Device Package | 516-PBGA (27x27) | Mounting Type | Surface Mount | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Cores/Bus Width | 1 Core, 32-Bit | Operating Temperature | 0°C – 105°C | Package / Case | Tray | ||
| Speed | 333MHz | Voltage | 1.8V, 2.5V, 3.3V |
Overview of MPC8321VRAFDC – IC MPU PowerPC e300c2 333 MHz 516-PBGA
The MPC8321VRAFDC is a single-core PowerPC e300c2 microprocessor IC operating at 333 MHz and packaged in a 516-pin PBGA (27×27). It integrates memory controllers and a broad set of communications peripherals targeted at embedded networking and control applications.
Designed for consumer-qualified systems, the device delivers a compact, surface-mount solution with DDR/DDR2 memory support, multiple Ethernet interfaces and USB 2.0 for networking and peripheral connectivity, suitable for gateway, router and industrial control use cases.
Key Features
- Core PowerPC e300c2 single 32-bit core at 333 MHz.
- Memory Integrated DDR and DDR2 memory controller support for system DRAM.
- Ethernet Three 10/100 Mbps Ethernet interfaces to support multi-port networking designs.
- USB USB 2.0 interface (1) for high-speed peripheral connectivity.
- Security On-chip cryptography features to support secure communications and data handling.
- System Interfaces (per datasheet) Peripheral and system support documented in the family datasheet includes PCI, I2C, SPI, JTAG, DUART, timers, GPIO and additional communications interfaces.
- Package & Mounting 516-PBGA (27×27) supplier device package; tray packaging; surface-mount mounting type.
- Operating Range Rated for operation from 0 °C to 105 °C.
- Graphics No graphics acceleration (device focuses on communications and control).
Typical Applications
- Residential and SOHO Gateways Multi-port Ethernet and USB support make the MPC8321VRAFDC suitable for ADSL/DSL and small office/home office gateway designs.
- Modem and Router Systems Single-core processing with integrated memory controllers and communications peripherals supports modem and router control functions.
- Industrial Control Deterministic interfaces and a broad peripheral set support control and monitoring applications within consumer-qualified industrial equipment.
- Test and Measurement On-chip connectivity and peripheral interfaces provide a compact processor option for embedded test and measurement instruments.
Unique Advantages
- Compact, high-pin-count PBGA 516-pin 27×27 PBGA provides dense I/O in a compact surface-mount footprint for space-constrained boards.
- Integrated memory interface DDR and DDR2 controller support reduces external bridge logic and simplifies memory subsystem design.
- Multi-port Ethernet Three 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports enable multi-interface networking without additional MAC chips.
- On-chip security primitives Cryptography features support secure communications and offload from the application processor.
- Documented communications/peripheral ecosystem Family datasheet coverage for PCI, USB, I2C, SPI, JTAG, timers and GPIO helps accelerate system integration and bring-up.
- Extended operating temperature Rated 0 °C to 105 °C to cover a wide range of consumer and industrial ambient conditions.
Why Choose MPC8321VRAFDC?
The MPC8321VRAFDC positions itself as a focused communications and control processor: a single PowerPC e300c2 core at 333 MHz combined with memory controller support and multiple Ethernet ports delivers the essentials for embedded networking, gateway and control systems. Its PBGA packaging and surface-mount construction simplify board-level integration in compact designs.
This device is well suited for engineers and purchasers building consumer-qualified embedded products that require integrated communications peripherals, on-chip cryptography and a documented family platform for system-level support and design reference.
If you would like pricing, availability, or to request a formal quote for MPC8321VRAFDC, please submit your request through your purchasing channel or quote submission process and include the part number MPC8321VRAFDC and your required quantity and delivery timeframe.

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