Z8S18033VEC

The Z8S18033VEC is a Zilog Z8S180-series microprocessor featuring a single 8-bit core running at 33 MHz in a 68-pin PLCC surface-mount package. It is specified for industrial-grade embedded applications and includes a DRAM controller and ASCI interface for system integration.

With 5 V I/O and an extended operating temperature range from -40°C to 100°C, the device is designed for reliable operation in demanding environments where an 8-bit, single-core MPU with external memory support is required.

Key Features

• Core and Performance — Z8S180 single 8-bit core operating at 33 MHz for deterministic embedded control and processing.
• Memory Support — Integrated DRAM controller to interface with external dynamic memory components.
• Voltage and I/O — 5 V I/O compatibility for legacy and industrial logic levels.
• Interfaces — ASCI serial interface provided for peripheral and communication needs.
• Package and Mounting — 68-LCC (J-Lead) / 68-PLCC supplier package designed for surface-mount assembly.
• Industrial Reliability — Grade: Industrial with an operating temperature range of -40°C to 100°C for extended-temperature deployments.
• Compliance — RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Industrial Control — Use as the main MCU in control and monitoring modules that require an industrial-grade 8-bit processor and DRAM support.
• Embedded Systems — Suitable for embedded designs needing a compact surface-mount 68-PLCC MPU with serial interface capability.
• Temperature-Challenged Environments — Deployed in equipment operating across -40°C to 100°C where extended-temperature tolerance is required.

Unique Advantages

• Industrial Temperature Range: Rated from -40°C to 100°C, enabling use in harsh or variable-temperature environments.
• On-board DRAM Controller: Simplifies system memory architecture by providing native support for dynamic RAM interfacing.
• 5 V I/O Compatibility: Ensures straightforward integration with existing 5 V logic and legacy peripheral devices.
• Compact Surface-Mount PLCC Package: 68-PLCC form factor supports space-efficient PCB layouts and J-lead soldering processes.
• RoHS Compliant: Meets environmental compliance requirements for lead-free manufacturing.

Why Choose Z8S18033VEC?

The Z8S18033VEC positions itself as a reliable, industrial-grade 8-bit microprocessor option that balances deterministic performance at 33 MHz with system-level integration through a DRAM controller and ASCI interface. Its 5 V I/O and 68-PLCC surface-mount package make it suitable for embedded designs that require legacy logic compatibility and compact mounting.

This MPU is suited to designers and procurement teams specifying long-life embedded systems where temperature resilience, DRAM interfacing, and RoHS compliance are priorities. Backed by Zilog’s Z8S180 series architecture, it supports deployments that demand consistent operation in industrial environments.

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