NXP Semiconductors MPC8245TVV266D

Overview

MPC8245TVV266D from Freescale Semiconductor is a PowerPC-based integrated processor combining an MPC603e core and PCI bridge, operating at 266 MHz with 1.7–2.1 V core supply, rated for –40°C to +105°C junction temperature, and packaged in lead-free TBGA (VV). It serves as a host processor in embedded telecom control planes and industrial gateway systems requiring PCI-based peripheral expansion.

For engineers reviewing the MPC8245TVV266D datasheet, MPC8245TVV266D pinout, MPC8245TVV266D application, or MPC8245TVV266D equivalent, key selection criteria include its extended-temperature operation, TBGA package footprint, PCI bridge integration, and compatibility with legacy PowerPC 603e software ecosystems.

Technical Context

The MPC8245TVV266D implements a superscalar, three-issue PowerPC 603e core with 16 KB instruction and 16 KB data L1 cache, supporting 32-bit PowerPC architecture v.2.02. Its integrated PCI bridge provides Type 0/1 configuration space access, memory and I/O mapping, and PCI bus mastering.

It supports synchronous DRAM (SDRAM) and synchronous burst SRAM (SB-SRAM) interfaces, features a programmable memory controller with ECC support on selected data paths, and includes dual UARTs, timers, and interrupt controllers - all implemented on-die without external glue logic.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: 352-ball TBGA (lead-free, VV variant), 27 mm × 27 mm body, 1.27 mm ball pitch, JEDEC MO-205AC compliant.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with MPC8245TZU266D and MPC8241TVV266D, the MPC8245TVV266D uniquely delivers lead-free TBGA packaging plus integrated PCI bridge functionality - enabling compact, RoHS-compliant designs without external bus interface logic.

Availability

MPC8245TVV266D is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for telecom infrastructure, industrial gateways, and network management modules requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long production lifecycles.

Supply support for MPC8245TVV266D 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 was a fabless semiconductor company specializing in embedded processors, analog, and connectivity solutions before its acquisition by NXP in 2015.

The MPC8245 product line was designed as a highly integrated PowerPC-based solution for cost-sensitive, thermally demanding embedded control applications where PCI expansion and software compatibility with legacy 603e toolchains were critical.

FAQ

What is the maximum validated core frequency of the MPC8245TVV266D?

The MPC8245TVV266D is factory-tested and guaranteed to operate reliably at 266 MHz across its full –40°C to +105°C junction temperature range. This frequency is hard-coded in the part number and cannot be overclocked; higher-frequency variants (e.g., 300 MHz) use distinct part numbers such as MPC8245TVV300D. The MPC8245TVV266D must be operated within its specified 1.7–2.1 V VDD range to maintain timing compliance at this speed.

Does the MPC8245TVV266D support DDR SDRAM?

No, the MPC8245TVV266D does not support DDR SDRAM. Its memory controller is designed exclusively for single-data-rate SDRAM (SDR SDRAM) and synchronous burst SRAM (SB-SRAM). The controller implements standard SDR timing parameters including CAS latency, RAS-to-CAS delay, and refresh intervals, but lacks DDR-specific signaling (e.g., differential clocks, strobe pairs, or double-data-rate capture). Use of DDR memory with MPC8245TVV266D is electrically and functionally incompatible.

Is the MPC8245TVV266D pin-compatible with other MPC8245TXXnnnD variants?

Yes, all MPC8245TXXnnnD variants - including MPC8245TVV266D, MPC8245TVV300D, and MPC8245TVV333D - share identical 352-ball TBGA (VV) mechanical and electrical pinouts. Differences are limited to internal speed binning, voltage tolerances, and qualification testing; no PCB layout change is required when upgrading within the same VV package family. However, voltage regulator settings must be adjusted per frequency-specific VDD requirements.

What does the "VV" in MPC8245TVV266D signify?

The "VV" in MPC8245TVV266D denotes the lead-free TBGA package variant, as defined in Freescale's part numbering system. It indicates a 352-ball, RoHS-compliant, matte-tin-finished TBGA package with 1.27 mm pitch, exclusively available in revision D. This distinguishes it from the "TZU" suffix, which identifies the standard (SnPb) TBGA variant. The "VV" designation also implies compliance with JEDEC MO-205AC and IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020 moisture sensitivity level 3 handling requirements.

Can the MPC8245TVV266D be used in safety-critical medical applications?

No, the MPC8245TVV266D is not qualified for use in life-supporting or surgically implantable medical devices. Freescale explicitly states that its products - including the MPC8245TVV266D - are not designed, intended, or authorized for applications where failure could result in personal injury or death. It lacks ISO 13485 manufacturing certification, IEC 61508 functional safety qualification, or FDA clearance. For medical applications, designers must select components with explicit safety certifications and perform full system-level validation.