NXP Semiconductors MPC5200VR400BR2

Overview

MPC5200VR400BR2 from Freescale Semiconductor is a PowerPC-based system-on-chip (SoC) microcontroller featuring the e300 core, 400 MHz operation, 16 KB instruction and 16 KB data caches, double-precision FPU, and integrated SDRAM/DDR, PCI, USB, FEC, CAN, ATA, and multiple serial interfaces. It targets industrial control, automotive body electronics, and networked embedded systems requiring high integration and deterministic real-time performance.

For engineers reviewing the MPC5200VR400BR2 datasheet, MPC5200VR400BR2 pinout, MPC5200VR400BR2 application, or MPC5200VR400BR2 equivalent, this page delivers verified electrical specs, thermal limits, clocking architecture, power modes, peripheral timing constraints, and validated alternative SoCs for migration or second-sourcing in safety-critical and long-lifecycle designs.

Technical Context

The MPC5200VR400BR2 implements a superscalar e300 core derived from the MPC603e series, operating at up to 400 MHz across –40 °C to +85 °C with on-die PLLs generating core, system, and peripheral clocks from a 15.6–35 MHz external crystal. Its memory subsystem supports 133 MHz SDRAM/DDR with 256 MB per chip select and built-in refresh, while the Local Plus Bus provides flexible 8-/16-/32-bit non-multiplexed access to Flash, SRAM, and peripherals via eight programmable chip selects.

Peripheral integration includes a dual-channel MSCAN 2.0A/B controller, J1850 BDLC for automotive Class B networks, six PSCs supporting UART, SPI, I²S, AC97, and IrDA, plus a BestComm DMA engine with 16 KB local SRAM - all coordinated by a centralized SIU with 47 internal interrupt sources, 56 GPIOs (8 with timer/PWM), and four power management states (Nap, Doze, Sleep, Deep Sleep).

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: TEPBGA–272, 27 mm × 27 mm, 1.27 mm pitch, bottom-side solder balls. Thermal pad exposed on underside for PCB heat sinking.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with MPC5200VR400BR2, MPC5200BVR400BR2 offers identical functionality and drop-in replacement capability, while MPC5200CVR400BR2 adds critical errata fixes for USB and PCI reliability - making it the recommended choice for new designs where long-term field stability is mandatory.

Availability

MPC5200VR400BR2 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial PLC controllers, automotive body control modules, networked media appliances, and ruggedized communications terminals requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.

Supply support for MPC5200VR400BR2 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 processors, analog, and connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and networking markets.

The MPC5200B family was designed as a highly integrated PowerPC SoC targeting cost-sensitive, thermally constrained embedded applications requiring real-time determinism, automotive qualification, and long-term availability - especially in industrial control and vehicle body electronics.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the MPC5200VR400BR2 e300 core?

The MPC5200VR400BR2 e300 core operates at a maximum frequency of 400 MHz, validated across the full industrial temperature range of –40 °C to +85 °C. This rating assumes proper decoupling, thermal management per RθJA = 22 °C/W on a 4-layer board, and compliance with VDD_CORE = 1.42–1.58 V and SYS_XTAL_IN = 15.6–35 MHz input specifications. The MPC5200VR400BR2 achieves 760 MIPS at this speed using its superscalar architecture and dual 16 KB caches.

Does the MPC5200VR400BR2 support DDR SDRAM memory?

Yes, the MPC5200VR400BR2 supports both SDRAM and DDR SDRAM via its integrated memory controller, with DDR operation up to 133 MHz. It provides a 32-bit data bus, 256 MB addressing per chip select (two CS available), and built-in initialization and refresh logic. DDR I/O voltage must be set to 2.42–2.63 V (VDD_MEM_IODDR), and MEM_MDQS pins require specific pull-up/pull-down resistor values per datasheet section 3.3.4 to meet setup/hold timing.

What power management modes does the MPC5200VR400BR2 support?

The MPC5200VR400BR2 supports Nap, Doze, Sleep, and Deep Sleep modes, each progressively disabling more clock domains and power islands. Deep Sleep draws only 52.5 mW and retains RTC and CAN wake-up capability. Wake-up sources include GPIO edges, RTC alarms, and CAN message reception - all configurable via SIU registers. The MPC5200VR400BR2's power states are controlled through dedicated SPRs and require no external PMIC, simplifying low-power system design.

Is the MPC5200VR400BR2 pin-compatible with other MPC5200 variants?

Yes, the MPC5200VR400BR2 is pin-compatible with all MPC5200B and MPC5200C variants in the TEPBGA–272 package, including MPC5200BVR400BR2 and MPC5200CVR400BR2. Pin assignments, ball map, and mechanical dimensions are identical across these variants. However, MPC5200CVR400BR2 incorporates silicon-level errata fixes for USB and PCI, so firmware and hardware validation against the target variant's revision-specific errata sheet remains essential before interchangeability is assumed.

What interfaces does the MPC5200VR400BR2 provide for automotive communication protocols?

The MPC5200VR400BR2 integrates dual MSCAN 2.0A/B controllers for high-speed CAN networks and a dedicated J1850 Byte Data Link Controller (BDLC) compliant with SAE J1850 PWM/VPW for Class B diagnostics. The J1850 interface supports 41.6 kbps operation and all four in-frame response (IFR) types, enabling direct connection to legacy automotive diagnostic tools without external protocol translators. Both CAN and J1850 are electrically isolated from the core via the SIU and support wake-up from low-power modes.