N80286-12

The N80286-12 is an Intel i80286 series microprocessor supplied in a 68‑PLCC surface-mount package. It implements the 80286 core and operates at a clock speed of 12 MHz with a 5 V I/O supply, targeting embedded computing applications.

Designed for implementations that require a single 80286 core with external floating‑point support and DRAM controller compatibility, this commercial‑grade device is RoHS compliant and specified for an operating temperature range of 0 °C to 85 °C.

Key Features

• Core — 80286 core processor implemented as a single core, providing the architecture specified by the i80286 series.
• Clock Speed — 12 MHz operating frequency for timing and integration into systems designed around this clock rate.
• Voltage — 5 V I/O supply voltage as specified for the device.
• Floating‑Point Support — External 80287 FPU compatibility for systems requiring hardware floating‑point operations.
• Memory Interface — DRAM controller compatibility noted in device specifications for designs using dynamic RAM.
• Package and Mounting — 68‑LCC (J‑Lead) / 68‑PLCC supplier device package in a surface‑mount form factor for PCB assembly processes.
• Operating Range — Commercial grade with an operating temperature range of 0 °C to 85 °C.
• Environmental Compliance — RoHS compliant.
• Graphics — No integrated graphics acceleration.

Typical Applications

• Embedded systems — Integration into embedded computing platforms requiring an 80286 core running at 12 MHz and a surface‑mount PLCC package.
• Designs requiring external FPU — Systems that pair the processor with an external 80287 floating‑point unit for hardware FP computation.
• DRAM‑based memory systems — Use in designs that employ DRAM controllers as noted in the device specification.

Unique Advantages

• Known architecture: The i80286 core provides a defined processor architecture for designers working with 80286‑class systems.
• Surface‑mount 68‑PLCC package: A compact, industry‑familiar package suited to automated PCB assembly and PLCC socket or soldered implementations.
• External FPU support: Compatibility with the 80287 FPU allows designers to add hardware floating‑point capability when needed.
• DRAM controller compatibility: Explicit support for DRAM in the specifications simplifies memory subsystem planning.
• Commercial temperature and RoHS compliance: Specified 0 °C to 85 °C range and RoHS status support standard commercial embedded deployments and regulatory needs.

Why Choose N80286-12?

The N80286-12 offers a straightforward, specification‑driven option for designs that require the 80286 core architecture at 12 MHz with 5 V I/O. Its surface‑mount 68‑PLCC packaging, external 80287 FPU compatibility, and DRAM controller support make it suitable for embedded projects and systems that must adhere to commercial operating temperatures and RoHS requirements.

This part is appropriate for designers maintaining or implementing 80286‑based platforms who need a clear specification set for integration, assembly, and environmental compliance in embedded applications.

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