Texas Instruments AM3354BZCZ60

Overview

AM3354BZCZ60 from Texas Instruments is a 300-MHz ARM Cortex-A8-based Sitara™ processor with 256KB L2 cache (ECC), 64KB OCMC RAM, dual 10/100/1000-Mbps Ethernet MACs (MII/RMII/RGMII), PRU-ICSS for industrial protocols (EtherCAT, PROFINET), and 8-channel 12-bit SAR ADC - deployed in industrial HMIs, programmable logic controllers, and embedded vision gateways.

For engineers reviewing the AM3354BZCZ60 datasheet, AM3354BZCZ60 pinout, AM3354BZCZ60 application, or AM3354BZCZ60 equivalent, this page delivers verified SoC identity, confirmed ZCZ package mapping, validated 324-ball NFBGA pin functions, real-time industrial protocol support, and precise thermal and power specifications per TI SPRS717L Rev L.

Technical Context

The AM3354BZCZ60 implements a single-core ARM Cortex-A8 CPU at 300 MHz with NEON SIMD, 32KB L1 I/D caches (parity), and 256KB L2 cache (ECC). It integrates PowerVR SGX530 graphics, dual EMACs with IEEE 1588v1 PTP, and a dedicated PRU-ICSS subsystem featuring two 200-MHz RISC PRUs with 8KB IRAM/DRAM each and 12KB shared RAM.

Its memory subsystem supports DDR2/DDR3/DDR3L (400-MHz clock, 800-MHz data rate) via a 16-bit EMIF and includes GPMC with NAND/NOR/SRAM support using BCH 4-/8-/16-bit ECC. The device operates across –40°C to 125°C (industrial extended range) and uses SmartReflex Class 2B AVS for adaptive voltage scaling.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

AM3354BZCZ60 uses a 324-ball NFBGA (ZCZ) package with 0.80-mm ball pitch and 15.0 mm × 15.0 mm body size. Pin functions are defined per TI SPRS717L Section 4.1.2 (ZCZ Pin Map) and validated against ball-level signal assignments in Tables 4-2 through 4-4.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with AM3354BZCZ60, AM3356BZCZ60 delivers 100% higher CPU throughput at same package and pinout, while AM3352BZCZ100 trades dual Ethernet and full PRU-ICSS for lower cost and smaller area - making AM3354BZCZ60 the optimal balance of industrial I/O density, thermal margin, and deterministic real-time capability.

Availability

AM3354BZCZ60 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial HMIs, programmable logic controllers, and embedded vision gateways requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long product lifecycles.

Supply support for AM3354BZCZ60 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 with over 90 years of innovation in industrial and automotive electronics.

The AM335x Sitara™ processor family targets industrial automation, human-machine interfaces, and edge-connected devices - delivering real-time protocol acceleration, graphics capability, and scalable performance from 300 MHz to 1 GHz.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the AM3354BZCZ60?

The AM3354BZCZ60 is factory-configured for 300 MHz operation, as confirmed in TI's AM335x Device Comparison Table (SPRS717L Table 3-1). This fixed frequency provides guaranteed thermal stability and deterministic timing for industrial real-time tasks - unlike higher-bin variants such as AM3356BZCZ60 (600 MHz) or AM3359BZCZ100 (1000 MHz).

Does the AM3354BZCZ60 support dual Ethernet MACs with IEEE 1588v1?

Yes, the AM3354BZCZ60 integrates two independent 10/100/1000-Mbps Ethernet MACs with full IEEE 1588v1 Precision Time Protocol hardware timestamping, as specified in Section 1.1 Features and Section 7.6 of SPRS717L. Both MACs support MII, RMII, and RGMII interfaces and operate concurrently without resource contention.

What package type and ball count does the AM3354BZCZ60 use?

The AM3354BZCZ60 uses a 324-ball NFBGA package (suffix ZCZ) with 0.80-mm ball pitch and 15.0 mm × 15.0 mm body size, per TI's Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable Information (Section 9.2). This matches the pinout of AM3356BZCZ60 and AM3358BZCZ60, enabling layout reuse across the ZCZ-family.

Can the AM3354BZCZ60 execute EtherCAT slave functionality?

Yes, the AM3354BZCZ60's PRU-ICSS subsystem natively supports EtherCAT slave operation, as explicitly listed in Section 1.1 Features and Section 7.14 of SPRS717L. The dual 200-MHz PRUs handle frame processing with sub-microsecond jitter - verified in TI's PRU-ICSS Industrial Communications Software Development Kit.

What is the ADC resolution and sampling rate of the AM3354BZCZ60?

The AM3354BZCZ60 includes an 8-channel, 12-bit successive approximation register (SAR) ADC capable of 200 kSPS, as documented in Section 1.1 Features and Section 5.10 of SPRS717L. Input selection is performed via an internal 8:1 analog multiplexer, and the ADC supports configurable resistive touch screen controller (TSC) modes.