AM3715CBC

Overview

The AM3715CBC is a microprocessor from the Texas Instruments Sitara family, featuring an ARM Cortex-A8 core. It operates at a maximum clock frequency of 800 MHz and utilizes a 32-bit data bus width. The component is housed in a PBGA-515 package and supports surface mount installation. Internal memory includes 32 kB L1 instruction cache, 32 kB L1 data cache, 64 kB data RAM, and 32 kB data ROM. It functions within a supply voltage range of 900 mV to 1.2 V and supports I/O voltages of 1.8 V and 3.3 V. The device integrates interfaces such as I2C, SPI, UART, and USB, along with twelve timers/counters.

Feature Summary

• Integrates an ARM Cortex-A8 processor core for high-performance computing tasks.
• Includes floating-point arithmetic capabilities for efficient mathematical processing.
• Features integrated multimedia and NEON SIMD co-processors for accelerated data handling.

Applications

• Industrial automation control systems
• Medical equipment processing units
• Infotainment system controllers

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix designation carefully, as variants like AM3715CBPA or AM3715CBCD100 may exist with differing thermal or packaging specifications. Confirm the component status, as certain AM3715 series parts are marked NRND (Not Recommended for New Designs). Ensure compatibility with required operating temperature ranges and interface configurations before finalizing procurement orders.

Selection Notes

Select this component when a dedicated ARM Cortex-A8 solution with integrated multimedia acceleration is required. Consider the PBGA-515 package constraints during PCB layout planning. Evaluate the need for floating-point operations and NEON SIMD support against alternative lower-power processors. Verify that the 800 MHz performance level aligns with the application's computational demands and power budget requirements.

Part Context

This part belongs to the Texas Instruments Sitara AM3715 series, designed for applications requiring robust processing power and multimedia features. The series typically targets industrial and consumer electronics markets. Development tools such as the TMDXEVM3715 evaluation module are associated with this processor family to facilitate software development and hardware integration testing.

Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided documentation. Consult official Texas Instruments resources for current lifecycle status and potential obsolescence management strategies.