N8088-2

The N8088-2 is an 8088-core microprocessor IC from Advanced Micro Devices, part of the Am8088 series. It provides a single 8-bit core running at 8 MHz in a surface-mount 44-PLCC package.

Designed for embedded applications, the device offers a compact package, 5 V I/O compatibility, and on-chip EBI/EMI interface support, making it suitable for commercial-temperature embedded designs that require a classic 8088 architecture.

Key Features

• Core and Bus  Single 8088 core with an 8-bit bus width, providing legacy 8088 architecture in a single-chip format.
• Clock Speed  8 MHz operating speed for predictable, steady-state performance in timing-sensitive embedded applications.
• Supply and I/O  5 V I/O voltage compatibility for straightforward integration with 5 V logic systems.
• Package and Mounting  44-PLCC (16.59 × 16.59 mm) package in a 44-LCC (J-Lead) form factor, intended for surface-mount PCB assembly.
• Interfaces  Includes EBI/EMI additional interfaces to support external bus and memory interfacing requirements.
• Operating Range  Commercial grade operation from 0 °C to 70 °C.
• Compliance  RoHS compliant for regulatory and environmental alignment.
• Graphics  No graphics acceleration, focusing the device on general-purpose embedded processing tasks.

Typical Applications

• Embedded Microprocessor Designs  Use as the central processing element in embedded systems that require an 8-bit 8088 core at 8 MHz.
• Surface-Mount PCB Assemblies  Designed for surface-mount assembly with a 44-PLCC package footprint for compact board layouts.
• Commercial-Temperature Equipment  Suitable for commercial-temperature applications operating within 0 °C to 70 °C.

Unique Advantages

• Classic 8088 Architecture: Provides proven 8088 core functionality for designs that rely on that instruction set and behavior.
• Compact Surface-Mount Package: 44-PLCC (16.59 × 16.59 mm) enables dense PCB layouts and reliable J-lead mounting.
• Single 5 V I/O Compatibility: Simplifies power design and integration with existing 5 V logic domains.
• External Bus/Memory Support: EBI/EMI interfaces facilitate connections to external memory and peripherals.
• RoHS Compliant: Meets environmental compliance requirements for lead-free assembly processes.
• Commercial Availability: Commercial-grade temperature rating supports a wide range of general-purpose embedded applications.

Why Choose N8088-2?

The N8088-2 positions the 8088 core in a compact, surface-mount 44-PLCC package with 5 V I/O and EBI/EMI interface support, offering a straightforward integration path for embedded designs that require this architecture and operating envelope. Its 8 MHz clock rate and single 8-bit core deliver consistent, predictable performance for control and processing tasks within the specified commercial temperature range.

This device is well suited to engineers and procurement teams building or maintaining embedded systems that need the Am8088 series architecture, RoHS compliance, and surface-mount packaging for compact PCBs. The combination of package, interface support, and standard commercial grading provides long-term availability and straightforward deployment in compatible designs.

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