MPC8306VMADDCA

Overview

The MPC8306VMADDCA is a PowerQUICC II Pro integrated communications processor featuring an e300c3 core. It operates at a maximum clock frequency of 266 MHz with a 1 V core supply voltage and supports I/O voltages of 1.8 V and 3.3 V. The device utilizes a MAPBGA-489 package and includes 16 kB L1 instruction and data caches. It provides 56 I/O pins and interfaces including Ethernet, I2C, PCIe, SPI, UART, and USB.

Feature Summary

• Integrates QUICC Engine technology for flexible support of communication protocols such as Ethernet, HDLC, and TDM via unified communication controllers.
• Includes a 16-bit DDR2 memory controller supporting up to 266-MHz data rates for high-speed external memory access.
• Features an enhanced local bus controller capable of booting from parallel NOR or NAND Flash with multiple chip select options.

Applications

• Residential gateways
• Modem/routers
• Industrial control systems
• Test and measurement applications

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix against official NXP documentation to confirm temperature range and package details. Confirm component availability status as older revisions may be subject to discontinuation notices. Ensure compatibility with existing board designs regarding pinout and power sequencing requirements before procurement.

Selection Notes

Select this processor for networking applications requiring integrated communication peripherals and moderate CPU performance. Consider the MAPBGA-489 package constraints and thermal management needs for the specified operating temperature range. Evaluate the integration of QUICC Engine features against discrete solution alternatives for system complexity reduction.

Part Context

This component belongs to the MPC8306 PowerQUICC II Pro family, designed as cost-effective, highly integrated communications processors. The series targets networking markets by combining CPU performance with dedicated hardware accelerators for protocol processing, addressing requirements for time-to-market and power consumption in embedded systems.

Replacement Considerations

Consult official NXP product summaries for confirmed substitute part numbers within the MPC83xx family. Verify functional and pin compatibility before considering alternatives such as other MPC8306 variants or newer generation processors.