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Texas Instruments AM3351BZCE60
- Part No.:
- AM3351BZCE60
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 298-LFBGA
- Datasheet:
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AM3351BZCE60.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU SITARA 600MHZ 298NFBGA
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Product details
Overview
AM3351BZCE60 from Texas Instruments is a 300-MHz ARM Cortex-A8-based Sitara™ processor with 256KB L2 cache (ECC), 64KB OCMC RAM, 8-channel 12-bit SAR ADC, and PRU-ICSS subsystem supporting industrial protocols including EtherCAT and PROFINET. It integrates dual 10/100/1000-Mbps Ethernet MACs (1-port in ZCE package), USB 2.0 DRD, and LCD controller - deployed in industrial HMIs, smart vending machines, and connected weighing scales.
For engineers reviewing the AM3351BZCE60 datasheet, AM3351BZCE60 pinout, AM3351BZCE60 application, or AM3351BZCE60 equivalent, key selection criteria include its 298-ball NFBGA (ZCE) package, -40°C to 90°C industrial temperature range, 300-MHz fixed-frequency operation, PRU-ICSS I/O pin limitations, and single-EMAC configuration versus higher-tier AM335x variants.
Technical Context
The AM3351BZCE60 implements a single-core ARM Cortex-A8 CPU with NEON SIMD coprocessor, 32KB L1 instruction and 32KB L1 data cache (parity-protected), and 256KB L2 cache with ECC. Its PRU-ICSS contains two 200-MHz programmable real-time units with 8KB instruction RAM, 8KB data RAM, and 12KB shared RAM - but ZCE-package variants expose only limited PRU I/O pins per TI's device comparison table.
It supports DDR2/DDR3/LPDDR at 266/400 MHz (532/800 Mbps data rate) via a 16-bit EMIF, GPMC for NAND/NOR/SRAM, and integrated peripherals including six UARTs, three I²C interfaces, two McSPI ports, three MMC/SD controllers, and IEEE 1588v1 PTP timing support on its Ethernet interface.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | ARM Cortex-A8, 300 MHz - fixed-performance point for deterministic real-time response in cost-sensitive industrial applications |
| L2 Cache | 256KB with ECC - enables reliable code/data storage without external error correction logic |
| ADC | 8-channel 12-bit SAR, 200 kSPS - supports analog sensor acquisition and resistive touch screen control |
| EMAC | 1 × 10/100/1000-Mbps port (MII/RMII/RGMII/MDIO) - provides industrial Ethernet connectivity with IEEE 1588v1 timestamping |
| USB | 1 × USB 2.0 High-Speed DRD with PHY - enables host/peripheral mode for peripheral attachment or firmware update |
| Package | 298-pin NFBGA (ZCE), 13.0 mm × 13.0 mm, 0.65-mm ball pitch - compact footprint for space-constrained embedded designs |
| Temperature Range | -40°C to +90°C - qualified for extended industrial environments without derating |
Pinout & Package
AM3351BZCE60 uses a 298-ball NFBGA (ZCE) package with 0.65-mm ball pitch and 13.0 mm × 13.0 mm body size. Pin assignments are defined across three sections (left/middle/right) per TI SPRS717L Section 4.1.1.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VSS / VDD_CORE / VDDS | Power supply and ground terminals | Dedicated core, SRAM, and I/O domain rails - require separate decoupling per TI layout guidelines |
| DDR_A0–A15, DDR_D0–D15, DDR_CK, DDR_CSn0 | DDR2/DDR3 memory interface signals | 16-bit data bus with address/control - supports up to 1 GB addressable space at 532/800 Mbps |
| MII1_RX_DV, MII1_TX_EN, MII1_TXD0–3 | Primary Ethernet MAC physical layer interface | 10/100/1000-Mbps MII-mode connection - enables direct PHY interfacing without external switch |
| UART0_TXD/RXD, UART1_TXD/RXD | Asynchronous serial communication channels | Two full-duplex UARTs with RTS/CTS flow control - suitable for debug console and peripheral bridging |
| AIN0–AIN7 | Analog input channels for ADC | Eight single-ended or four differential inputs - routed through 8:1 analog multiplexer to 12-bit SAR converter |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| PRU-ICSS subsystem | Two independent 200-MHz RISC processors with 12KB shared RAM - offloads real-time industrial protocol stack processing from ARM core |
| Graphics acceleration | No PowerVR SGX530 GPU - distinguishes AM3351 from AM3352/AM3354+; reduces BOM cost and power for non-graphic HMI use cases |
| Crypto hardware | AES/SHA/RNG accelerators - enables secure boot and encrypted communications without CPU overhead |
| Real-time clock | Integrated RTC with 32.768-kHz oscillator, alarm interrupt, and dedicated wake-up pin - maintains time during deep-sleep modes |
| Industrial interface support | EtherCAT, PROFINET, EtherNet/IP via PRU-ICSS - eliminates need for external protocol co-processors in factory automation nodes |
Applications
| Industrial HMI Panel | Smart Vending Controller |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Touch-enabled operator interface for PLC-connected machinery with local data logging and remote diagnostics. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main application processor executing Linux-based UI framework while PRU-ICSS handles EtherCAT master communication and ADC sampling for analog sensors. Use Value: Single-chip integration of ARM application processing, real-time industrial networking, and analog I/O reduces system component count and board area by >30% versus discrete MCU+FPGA solutions. |
Use Scenario: Payment-secured beverage dispensing unit with inventory tracking, wireless telemetry, and multi-language display. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central controller managing USB payment peripherals, LCD output, CAN bus for door lock actuation, and secure crypto for transaction signing. Use Value: On-chip AES/SHA accelerators enable PCI-compliant payment encryption without external security ICs, lowering certification cost and latency. |
| Connected Weighing Scale | Programmable Logic Relay |
Use Scenario: High-precision industrial scale transmitting calibrated weight data over Ethernet to MES systems with local calibration UI. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Host processor for load-cell signal conditioning (via 12-bit ADC), real-time Ethernet packet generation, and touch-screen GUI rendering. Use Value: Integrated 200-kSPS ADC and IEEE 1588v1 timestamping ensure sub-millisecond synchronization between weight capture and network transmission. |
Use Scenario: DIN-rail mounted relay controller executing ladder logic, monitoring digital inputs, and driving solid-state outputs in HVAC subsystems. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Deterministic real-time controller using PRU-ICSS for microsecond-level I/O scanning and PWM generation, while ARM core runs Modbus TCP stack. Use Value: Dual-domain execution (ARM + PRU) guarantees <100 µs I/O response time independent of OS scheduling jitter - meeting SIL-2 functional safety requirements. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar ARM-based industrial processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| AM3352BZCE60 | 600-MHz Cortex-A8, includes PowerVR SGX530 GPU, same ZCE package and pinout | Required for graphics-intensive HMIs (e.g., animated dashboards); adds ~150 mW typical power draw | Select when display rendering performance exceeds AM3351BZCE60's software-only capability |
| AM3356BZCE60 | 600-MHz Cortex-A8, includes PRU-ICSS with full I/O pinout and dual EMAC support | Suitable for dual-network applications (e.g., isolated control + enterprise networks); requires PCB redesign for additional Ethernet PHY routing | Choose when needing second Ethernet port or expanded PRU peripheral access beyond ZCE-limited pin set |
Compared with AM3351BZCE60, AM3352BZCE60 adds GPU acceleration at higher frequency and power, while AM3356BZCE60 extends real-time I/O and networking capability - both retain identical ZCE packaging but demand different thermal and layout considerations.
Availability
AM3351BZCE60 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial HMIs, smart vending machines, and connected weighing scales requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long production lifecycles.
Supply support for AM3351BZCE60 includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
Texas Instruments is a global semiconductor company headquartered in Dallas, Texas, delivering analog and embedded processing solutions for industrial, automotive, and consumer markets since 1930.
The AM335x Sitara™ processor family targets cost-optimized industrial automation and human-machine interface applications, combining ARM application processing with programmable real-time units for deterministic protocol handling - designed specifically for factory floor and edge-node deployment.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the AM3351BZCE60?
The AM3351BZCE60 operates at a fixed 300 MHz across its specified temperature range (-40°C to +90°C). Unlike higher-tier AM335x variants, it does not support dynamic voltage and frequency scaling (DVFS) or multiple OPPs - this simplifies power design and ensures consistent real-time latency for industrial control tasks. The AM3351BZCE60 achieves 600 MIPS at this frequency.
Does the AM3351BZCE60 include a graphics accelerator?
No, the AM3351BZCE60 does not integrate the PowerVR SGX530 3D graphics engine. This omission distinguishes it from AM3352/AM3354+ variants and reduces silicon cost and power consumption. Graphics rendering must be handled in software or via external GPU - making AM3351BZCE60 ideal for text/UI-focused HMIs where GPU overhead is unnecessary.
How many Ethernet ports does the AM3351BZCE60 support?
The AM3351BZCE60 supports one 10/100/1000-Mbps Ethernet MAC (EMAC) with MII/RMII/RGMII/MDIO interfaces. Although the AM335x architecture includes dual EMAC capability, ZCE-package devices like AM3351BZCE60 expose only one port - confirmed in TI's device comparison table and functional block diagram. A second port requires upgrading to ZCZ-package variants (e.g., AM3356BZCZ).
What industrial communication protocols does the AM3351BZCE60 support natively?
The AM3351BZCE60 supports EtherCAT, PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, PROFIBUS, and other industrial protocols through its PRU-ICSS subsystem - not the ARM core. The PRU-ICSS contains two 200-MHz programmable units with dedicated RAM and GPIO access, enabling hard real-time protocol stack execution independent of Linux scheduling. Protocol firmware is provided by TI in the PRU-ICSS Software Support Package.
Is the AM3351BZCE60 pin-compatible with other AM335x ZCE-package devices?
Yes, the AM3351BZCE60 shares identical 298-ball NFBGA (ZCE) mechanical and electrical pinout with AM3352BZCE60, AM3354BZCE60, and AM3356BZCE60 - enabling drop-in replacement within the same package family. However, feature availability (e.g., GPU, PRU I/O count, EMAC count) varies by part number and is controlled by fuse settings and silicon revision, not pin assignment.
AM3351BZCE60 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Package/Case:
- 298-LFBGA
- Series:
- Sitara™
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-A8
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 1 Core, 32-Bit
- Speed:
- 600MHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- Multimedia; NEON™ SIMD
- RAM Controllers:
- LPDDR, DDR2, DDR3, DDR3L
- Graphics Acceleration:
- Yes
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- LCD, Touchscreen
- Ethernet:
- 10/100/1000Mbps (1)
- SATA:
- -
- USB:
- USB 2.0 + PHY (1)
- Voltage - I/O:
- 1.8V, 3.3V
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 90°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Security Features:
- Cryptography, Random Number Generator
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 298-NFBGA (13x13)
- Additional Interfaces:
- I2C, McASP, McSPI, MMC/SD/SDIO, UART
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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The AM3351BZCE60 part is unused and in its original packaging.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
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