Z84C0020VEC

The Z84C0020VEC is a single-core Z80 microprocessor IC featuring an 8-bit core running at 20 MHz. Packaged in a 44-pin PLCC surface-mount package, this industrial-grade MPU is targeted at embedded applications that require a compact, standards-based 8-bit processor.

Designed for operation from a 5 V I/O domain and rated for industrial temperatures, the device delivers predictable performance across a wide ambient range for embedded and industrial system designs.

Key Features

• Core Architecture  Z80 single-core, 8-bit processor core providing classic Z80 instruction set compatibility.
• Performance  20 MHz operating speed suitable for mid-range embedded control and processing tasks.
• Power and I/O  5 V I/O voltage level compatible with legacy 5 V embedded systems.
• Package and Mounting  Supplied in a 44-PLCC package, with 44-LCC (J-Lead) package case and surface-mount mounting for board-level integration.
• Industrial Grade and Temperature Range  Industrial grade device specified for operation from -40 °C to 100 °C to meet broader environmental requirements.
• Compliance  RoHS compliant for current environmental supply-chain requirements.
• Graphics Acceleration  No graphics acceleration—focused on general-purpose 8-bit processing tasks.

Typical Applications

• Embedded Systems  Use as the main control processor in embedded designs where an 8-bit Z80 core and 20 MHz performance are suitable.
• Industrial Control  Suited for industrial equipment and control modules requiring an industrial-grade MPU with -40 °C to 100 °C operating range.
• Surface-Mount Board Designs  Ideal for PCB implementations needing a surface-mount 44-PLCC package for compact board layout.

Unique Advantages

• Proven Z80 Core:  The Z80 core offers established 8-bit processing characteristics for legacy and new embedded designs that rely on Z80 architecture.
• Industrial Temperature Rating:  Rated from -40 °C to 100 °C to support deployment in demanding ambient conditions.
• Standard 5 V I/O:  5 V I/O compatibility simplifies interfacing with existing 5 V peripherals and system designs.
• Compact Surface-Mount Package:  44-PLCC (44-LCC J-Lead) surface-mount package enables space-efficient board layouts and automated assembly.
• Regulatory Compliance:  RoHS compliance supports contemporary environmental requirements for electronic components.
• Focused Functionality:  No graphics acceleration—dedicated to deterministic 8-bit processing tasks typical in embedded control.

Why Choose Z84C0020VEC?

The Z84C0020VEC balances classic Z80 8-bit architecture with a 20 MHz operating speed and industrial-grade specifications, providing a compact, surface-mount solution for embedded and industrial designs. Its 5 V I/O and wide temperature range make it suitable for systems that need reliable, straightforward 8-bit processing in challenging environments.

This MPU is appropriate for designers and procurement teams seeking a Z80-based processor in a 44-PLCC package for board-level integration, where predictable operation and RoHS compliance are required.

Request a quote or submit a procurement inquiry to evaluate the Z84C0020VEC for your next embedded or industrial design project.