Texas Instruments AM3352ZCZ60

Overview

AM3352ZCZ60 from Texas Instruments is a 600-MHz ARM Cortex-A8-based Sitara™ processor with 256KB L2 cache (ECC), dual 1-Gbps Ethernet MACs, PRU-ICSS for EtherCAT/PROFINET, and 8-channel 12-bit SAR ADC. It integrates PowerVR SGX530 graphics, USB 2.0 DRD, CAN v2.0B, and supports DDR3/DDR2/mDDR memory interfaces. Used in industrial HMIs, programmable logic controllers, and connected vending machines.

For engineers reviewing the AM3352ZCZ60 datasheet, AM3352ZCZ60 pinout, AM3352ZCZ60 application, or AM3352ZCZ60 equivalent, key selection criteria include its 600-MHz CPU frequency, ZCZ 324-ball NFBGA package (0.80-mm pitch), industrial temperature range (–40°C to +105°C), and PRU-ICSS real-time protocol support for deterministic I/O control.

Technical Context

The AM3352ZCZ60 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 subsystem contains two 200-MHz programmable real-time units with 8KB IRAM/DRAM each and 12KB shared RAM, enabling offload of time-critical industrial protocols independent of the ARM core.

Memory subsystem includes a 16-bit EMIF supporting DDR3 at 400-MHz clock (800-MHz data rate), GPMC for NAND/NOR/SRAM with BCH 4/8/16-bit ECC, and on-chip 64KB OCMC RAM with retention. Clocking uses five ADPLLs to generate MPU, DDR, USB, and peripheral clocks from an integrated 15–35-MHz oscillator.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

AM3352ZCZ60 uses a 324-ball NFBGA (ZCZ) package with 0.80-mm ball pitch and 15.0 mm × 15.0 mm body size. Ball assignments follow TI's standardized ZCZ pin map per SPRS717L Section 4.1.2.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar ARM-based industrial processor applications.

Compared with AM3354ZCZ and AM3358ZCZ, the AM3352ZCZ60 provides optimal balance of industrial temperature rating (–40°C to +105°C), 600-MHz real-time performance, and PRU-ICSS protocol support-making it ideal for cost-constrained yet thermally demanding PLC and HMI designs where full 1-GHz speed or GPU rendering is unnecessary.

Availability

AM3352ZCZ60 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial HMIs, programmable logic controllers, and smart toll terminals requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long production lifecycles.

Supply support for AM3352ZCZ60 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 leader specializing in analog, embedded processing, and connectivity technologies for industrial, automotive, and communications markets.

The AM335x Sitara™ processor family targets industrial automation and human-machine interface applications, combining ARM Cortex-A8 performance with programmable real-time units (PRU-ICSS) for deterministic protocol offload and industrial Ethernet support.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the AM3352ZCZ60?

The AM3352ZCZ60 is factory-rated for a maximum operating frequency of 600 MHz. This is confirmed in Table 3-1 of the SPRS717L datasheet, which lists "600 MHz" under the Frequency column for AM3352 across all package variants including ZCZ. The device achieves 1200 MIPS at this frequency and supports Dynamic Voltage and Frequency Scaling (DVFS) for power optimization.

Does the AM3352ZCZ60 support industrial Ethernet protocols like EtherCAT?

Yes, the AM3352ZCZ60 supports EtherCAT, PROFINET, and other industrial protocols via its integrated Programmable Real-Time Unit Subsystem and Industrial Communication Subsystem (PRU-ICSS). The PRU-ICSS contains two independent 200-MHz RISC processors with dedicated I/O and timing resources, enabling hardware-level protocol stack execution without ARM core involvement.

What memory interfaces does the AM3352ZCZ60 support?

The AM3352ZCZ60 supports multiple memory interfaces: a 16-bit External Memory Interface (EMIF) for DDR3/DDR2/mDDR at up to 400-MHz clock (800-MHz data rate), and a General-Purpose Memory Controller (GPMC) for NAND/NOR/SRAM with BCH 4/8/16-bit ECC. It also includes 64KB on-chip OCMC RAM with retention mode for fast wakeup contexts.

What is the package type and ball count of the AM3352ZCZ60?

The AM3352ZCZ60 uses a 324-ball NFBGA package with ZCZ suffix, 0.80-mm ball pitch, and 15.0 mm × 15.0 mm body size. This is explicitly documented in the Device Information table (Section 1.3) and Mechanical Packaging section (Section 9.2) of SPRS717L, distinguishing it from the 298-ball ZCE variant.

Does the AM3352ZCZ60 include graphics acceleration?

No, the AM3352ZCZ60 does not include the PowerVR SGX530 graphics accelerator. Per Table 3-1 in SPRS717L, the "Graphics accelerator (SGX530)" row shows "-" for AM3352, while AM3354, AM3357, AM3358, and AM3359 list "3D". The AM3352ZCZ60 retains the LCD controller and touch screen interface but omits the GPU block to reduce cost and power for non-graphic-intensive applications.