Z84C1516FSG

The Z84C1516FSG is a single-core Z80 microprocessor IC featuring an 8-bit core running at 16 MHz designed for embedded applications. It provides a 5 V I/O interface, an integrated watchdog timer (WDT), and is supplied in a 100-QFP (14 × 20 mm) surface-mount package for compact system integration.

Specified for commercial-grade use with an operating temperature range of 0 °C to 70 °C and RoHS compliance, this device targets embedded designs that require a classic 8-bit Z80 architecture with straightforward PCB mounting and standardized I/O voltage.

Key Features

• Core  Single Z80 core, 8-bit architecture delivering 16 MHz operation for legacy and compact embedded control tasks.
• Power and I/O  5 V I/O voltage, enabling direct interfacing with 5 V peripherals and logic domains.
• Interfaces  Includes a watchdog timer (WDT) to support system reliability and basic supervisory functions.
• Package & Mounting  100-BQFP / 100-QFP (14 × 20 mm) surface-mount package for dense PCB layouts and automated assembly.
• Environmental & Grade  Commercial grade device with an operating temperature range of 0 °C to 70 °C and RoHS compliance for regulatory alignment.

Typical Applications

• Embedded control systems  Compact 8-bit control for low- to mid-complexity embedded applications where a Z80 core and 5 V I/O are suitable.
• Supervisory and watchdog-managed designs  Systems that require a hardware watchdog timer to help maintain reliable operation.
• Surface-mount PCB assemblies  Applications benefiting from the 100-QFP (14 × 20 mm) package for space-efficient, automated manufacturing.

Unique Advantages

• Proven Z80 architecture:  Single 8-bit Z80 core provides a familiar instruction set and predictable behavior for legacy and new embedded designs.
• 16 MHz operating speed:  Balanced clock rate for control tasks where moderate processing throughput is required without high power complexity.
• 5 V I/O compatibility:  Simplifies interfacing to existing 5 V peripherals and legacy logic domains.
• Integrated watchdog timer (WDT):  Adds a hardware supervisory element to improve system robustness and recovery from software faults.
• Compact surface-mount package:  100-QFP (14 × 20 mm) BQFP package supports dense PCB layouts and standard SMT assembly processes.
• Regulatory alignment:  RoHS compliant to meet lead-free and environmental requirements for commercial products.

Why Choose Z84C1516FSG?

The Z84C1516FSG combines the classic Z80 8-bit core at 16 MHz with practical system features—5 V I/O, a watchdog timer, and a compact 100-QFP surface-mount package—making it well suited for embedded designs that require a straightforward, commercial-grade microprocessor solution. Its specified operating range and RoHS compliance support predictable integration into production systems.

This part is appropriate for engineers and procurement teams building embedded controllers, supervisory modules, or compact PCB assemblies that need a known Z80 architecture, standard 5 V interfacing, and surface-mount packaging for automated manufacturing.

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