MPC852TCVR66A

The MPC852TCVR66A is a single‑core, 32‑bit microprocessor based on the MPC8xx PowerPC architecture, offered by NXP Semiconductors as part of the MPC852 family. This device is specified for 66 MHz operation with a 3.3 V I/O interface and is supplied in a 256‑pin PBGA (23×23) surface‑mount package.

Designed as an integrated communications controller, the MPC852 series combines a PowerPC core with a Communication Processor Module (CPM) and system integration functions, making it suitable for embedded communications and industrial control applications that require integrated peripheral functionality and extended temperature capability.

Key Features

• Core and Architecture – MPC8xx 32‑bit PowerPC core, single core implementation suitable for embedded control tasks and system integration.
• Clock Speed – Device specified at 66 MHz operation.
• Power and I/O – 3.3 V I/O voltage with a 1.8 V core referenced in the series datasheet; supports 5‑V TTL compatibility as documented for the MPC852 family.
• Communications DSP / CPM – Integrated Communication Processor Module (CPM) for communications‑focused offload and protocol handling.
• Memory Controller – On‑chip DRAM controller to interface system memory.
• Ethernet – Integrated 10 Mbps Ethernet interface (1 port) for networked applications.
• Additional Interfaces – HDLC/SDLC support for synchronous serial communications.
• Package and Mounting – 256‑pin PBGA package (23×23 mm) in a surface‑mount configuration.
• Industrial Qualification and Temperature Range – Qualified for industrial use with an operating temperature range of −40 °C to 100 °C.
• RoHS Compliance – Device is compliant with RoHS requirements.

Typical Applications

• Ethernet Control Equipment – Use as an on‑board controller for Ethernet CPE, routers and hubs where integrated communications interfaces and a CPM simplify system design.
• VoIP and Network Clients – Suitable for VoIP client and network device implementations that require an embedded PowerPC core with communications offload.
• Wireless Access Points – Applicable in WiFi access point designs leveraging integrated Ethernet and serial protocol support.

Unique Advantages

• Integrated Communications Subsystem: The built‑in CPM and HDLC/SDLC interfaces reduce external peripheral requirements for communications applications.
• Embedded PowerPC Core: A 32‑bit MPC8xx core with MMU and caches (as documented for the MPC852 family) provides familiar PowerPC architecture for software migration and development.
• Industrial‑Grade Temperature Range: Rated from −40 °C to 100 °C for reliable operation in demanding environments.
• Compact Surface‑Mount Package: 256‑pin PBGA (23×23) delivers a high pin‑count solution in a compact form factor for dense board designs.
• Standards‑Oriented I/O Levels: 3.3 V I/O with 5‑V TTL compatibility eases integration with a wide range of peripherals and legacy interfaces.
• RoHS Compliance: Compliant with RoHS, supporting lead‑free manufacturing requirements.

Why Choose MPC852TCVR66A?

The MPC852TCVR66A positions itself as an integrated microprocessor solution for embedded communications and industrial control designs that require a PowerPC‑based core, communications offload via a CPM, and robust operating temperature support. Its combination of on‑chip DRAM controller, Ethernet interface and serial protocol support simplifies system BOM and board complexity.

This part is well suited for designers seeking an industrially qualified, RoHS‑compliant 32‑bit controller in a compact 256‑pin PBGA package, offering scalability within the MPC852 family and alignment with established PowerPC software ecosystems as documented in the MPC852 series materials.

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