NXP Semiconductors MPC5200VR400B

Overview

MPC5200VR400B from Freescale Semiconductor is a PowerPC-based system-on-chip (SoC) microcontroller featuring the e300 core running at 400 MHz, integrated SDRAM/DDR memory controller (133 MHz), PCI 2.2 controller, dual CAN 2.0A/B interface, and Fast Ethernet MAC - designed for industrial control, automotive body electronics, and network-attached storage systems.

For engineers reviewing the MPC5200VR400B datasheet, MPC5200VR400B pinout, MPC5200VR400B application, or MPC5200VR400B equivalent, key selection considerations include its TEPBGA–272 package, 400 MHz e300 core performance, dual CAN + J1850 support for automotive diagnostics, PCI 2.2 host/target capability, and integrated BestComm DMA subsystem for offloading peripheral I/O.

Technical Context

The MPC5200VR400B implements a superscalar e300 core derived from the MPC603e series, with 16 KB instruction and 16 KB data caches, double-precision FPU, and MMU - enabling real-time deterministic execution in embedded Linux or VxWorks environments. Its clock architecture uses two independent PLLs: a system PLL generating up to 533 MHz VCO output and a core PLL scaling the CPU frequency to 400 MHz from the XLB bus clock.

Peripheral integration follows a hierarchical bus structure: the XL Bus connects high-speed blocks (PCI, SDRAM, ATA), while the IP Bus links lower-bandwidth peripherals (PSCs, I²C, SPI, USB OHCI). The BestComm DMA engine operates independently of the CPU, managing data movement for FEC, USB, PSC, and ATA with dedicated 16 KB SRAM - reducing CPU load and interrupt latency in throughput-intensive applications.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

TEPBGA–272 package: 27 mm × 27 mm body, 1.27 mm ball pitch, Pb-free matte tin finish, JEDEC-standard footprint compatible with automated reflow assembly. Thermal pad on underside enhances heat transfer to PCB ground plane.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar SoC applications.

Compared with MPC5200VR400B, MPC5200BVR400B offers identical functionality with updated environmental compliance, while MPC8349EVM provides higher bandwidth and modern interfaces at the cost of automotive feature support and design continuity.

Availability

MPC5200VR400B is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive body control modules, industrial PLC gateways, network-attached storage controllers, and telecom access nodes requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.

Supply support for MPC5200VR400B 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

Freescale Semiconductor (now part of NXP Semiconductors) is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in embedded processing, analog, and connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and networking markets.

The MPC5200VR400B belongs to the PowerQUICC II family of integrated communications processors, designed specifically for cost-sensitive, high-reliability embedded systems requiring mixed-signal integration, automotive qualification, and long-term availability.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating temperature range for the MPC5200VR400B?

The MPC5200VR400B is rated for industrial temperature operation from –40°C to +85°C ambient, with a maximum junction temperature of +115°C. This range is validated per Freescale's recommended operating conditions (Table 2, MPC5200BDS Rev. 4), and thermal design must ensure junction temperature remains within limits under worst-case power dissipation - especially in Nap or Doze modes where core PLL remains active.

Does the MPC5200VR400B support DDR2 memory?

No, the MPC5200VR400B supports only SDR SDRAM and DDR SDRAM (not DDR2). Its memory controller is specified for up to 133 MHz operation with DDR SDRAM, and the datasheet explicitly lists "SDRAM and DDR SDRAM support" without DDR2 references. DDR2 compatibility requires newer architectures such as the MPC83xx series.

How many CAN controllers does the MPC5200VR400B integrate?

The MPC5200VR400B integrates two fully independent MSCAN controllers compliant with CAN 2.0A/B protocol, each with dedicated TX/RX pins, message buffers, and acceptance filtering. Both controllers operate simultaneously and support standard (11-bit) and extended (29-bit) identifier frames per ISO 11898-1.

Is the MPC5200VR400B pin-compatible with the MPC5200BVR400B?

Yes, the MPC5200VR400B and MPC5200BVR400B share identical pinout, electrical characteristics, and mechanical package (TEPBGA–272). The suffix difference reflects RoHS compliance status and traceability documentation - not functional or physical divergence - making them drop-in replacements in existing designs.

What debug interfaces are available on the MPC5200VR400B?

The MPC5200VR400B provides IEEE 1149.1 JTAG test access port for boundary scan and emulation, plus a Common On-chip Processor (COP) debug port supporting BDM (Background Debug Mode) for real-time code download, breakpoint insertion, and register inspection - both documented in Section 3.4 of the MPC5200BDS Rev. 4 datasheet.