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NXP Semiconductors MPC8309VMAFDCA
- Part No.:
- MPC8309VMAFDCA
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 489-LFBGA
- Datasheet:
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MPC8309VMAFDCA.pdf
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- IC MPU MPC83XX 333MHZ 489BGA
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Product details
Overview
MPC8309VMAFDCA from NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale) is a PowerQUICC II Pro integrated communications processor featuring an e300c3 Power Architecture core, QUICC Engine block with five unified communication controllers (UCCs), and dual 10/100 Mbps Ethernet interfaces via MII/RMII. It integrates DDR2 SDRAM controller with 8-bit ECC, PCI 2.3 interface, FlexCAN 2.0B, USB 2.0 HS host/device/OTG, and eSDHC v2.0 - targeting residential gateways, industrial control, and test & measurement systems.
For engineers reviewing the MPC8309VMAFDCA datasheet, MPC8309VMAFDCA pinout, MPC8309VMAFDCA application, or MPC8309VMAFDCA equivalent, this page delivers verified electrical specs, package mapping, validated alternative parts, real-world use cases, and supply-chain support for embedded networking designs requiring deterministic I/O, protocol flexibility, and long-lifecycle availability.
Technical Context
The MPC8309VMAFDCA implements a superscalar e300c3 core (Power Architecture®) with 16 KB instruction and 16 KB data caches, dual integer units, and separate PLL clocked by system bus. Its QUICC Engine block operates independently at up to 233 MHz using 48 KB IRAM and 16 KB multiuser RAM, enabling concurrent protocol processing across five UCCs.
Hardware acceleration includes two DMA engines (16-channel + 4-channel), IEEE 1588 timestamping on two Ethernet ports, HDLC/TDM support per UCC, and integrated IPIC interrupt controller compatible with MPC8260. The DDR2 controller supports 333 MHz data rate, 14 address lines, and up to 512 MB addressable space with auto-refresh and CKE-based power management.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| e300c3 Core Frequency | Up to 417 MHz - enables Dhrystone 2.1 performance of ~1,200 DMIPS for real-time packet processing in gateway firmware. |
| QUICC Engine Frequency | Up to 233 MHz - powers independent protocol offload for simultaneous HDLC, TDM, and Ethernet frame handling without CPU intervention. |
| DDR2 Interface | 16/32-bit, 333 MHz data rate with 8-bit ECC - supports error-correcting memory for mission-critical industrial control applications. |
| Ethernet Ports | 2 × 10/100 Mbps MII/RMII with IEEE 1588 timestamping - enables precise time-synchronized packet capture in test & measurement equipment. |
| PCI Interface | 32-bit, 66 MHz, PCI 2.3 compliant - allows direct attachment of legacy network accelerators or FPGA co-processors in modular gateway designs. |
| FlexCAN Channels | 4 × CAN 2.0B - provides native automotive-grade fieldbus connectivity for industrial automation nodes without external transceivers. |
| USB Support | USB 2.0 HS host/device/OTG with ULPI - enables firmware updates via USB stick or direct connection to host PCs during development and field service. |
Pinout & Package
Package: PBGA-516 (27 mm × 27 mm, 1.0 mm pitch). Ball map defined per Freescale MPC8309EC Rev 4, Section 22. Pin functions mapped to dedicated I/O banks including DDR2, PCI, Local Bus, MII/RMII, UCC serial, and GPIO groups.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| DDR2_DQ[0:15] | DDR2 Data Bus (Lower) | 16-bit bidirectional data path for DDR2 SDRAM; supports burst transfers and ECC parity generation. |
| PCI_AD[0:31] | PCI Address/Data Multiplexed Bus | 32-bit multiplexed address/data bus compliant with PCI 2.3; supports host/agent mode and memory-mapped I/O. |
| MII_TXD[0:3] | Media Independent Interface Transmit Data | 4-bit parallel output for 10/100 Mbps Ethernet; synchronized to MII_TX_CLK for deterministic MAC-to-PHY timing. |
| UCC1_TCLK | Unified Communication Controller 1 Transmit Clock | Programmable clock source for UCC1 serial transmission; supports HDLC, TDM, or transparent modes up to 233 MHz / 8. |
| FLEXCAN0_TX | FlexCAN Channel 0 Transmit Output | Differential CAN signal output (requires external transceiver); supports bit rates up to 1 Mbps with programmable timing registers. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| QUICC Engine Block | Independent 32-bit RISC coprocessor with 48 KB IRAM and 16 KB multiuser RAM - eliminates CPU load for protocol stacks like HDLC, TDM, and Ethernet MAC layer. |
| Five Unified Communication Controllers (UCCs) | Each configurable as MII/RMII, HDLC, or TDM - enables flexible port assignment (e.g., 2× Ethernet + 2× HDLC + 1× TDM) without hardware redesign. |
| IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol Support | Hardware timestamping on two Ethernet ports - achieves sub-microsecond synchronization accuracy for industrial PLC networks and test instrumentation. |
| Enhanced Local Bus Controller (eLBC) | 26-bit address/8–16-bit data, 66 MHz max, 8 chip selects - boots directly from NOR/NAND Flash and interfaces with legacy peripherals like FPGAs or ASICs. |
| Integrated Power Management | Core doze/nap/sleep states with wake-on-interrupt - reduces active power to 0.341 W typical at 266 MHz, critical for fanless residential gateway enclosures. |
Applications
| Residential Gateway | Industrial Control Unit |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Multi-service broadband router aggregating DSL/cable WAN, Wi-Fi LAN, VoIP, and QoS-aware traffic shaping. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central communications processor managing packet forwarding, NAT, firewall, and voice codec offload via QUICC Engine. Use Value: Dual Ethernet + USB + eSDHC enables local storage for firmware backups and remote diagnostics without cloud dependency. |
Use Scenario: DIN-rail mounted PLC or RTU performing real-time I/O scanning, Modbus TCP bridging, and CANopen fieldbus interfacing. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Deterministic protocol handler with FlexCAN, UART, and GPIO for sensor/actuator control and industrial Ethernet backhaul. Use Value: IEEE 1588 timestamping ensures synchronized sampling across distributed I/O modules within ±500 ns tolerance. |
| Test & Measurement Instrument | Network Edge Appliance |
Use Scenario: Portable protocol analyzer capturing and decoding Ethernet, HDLC, and TDM traffic in telecom field testing. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-throughput packet processor with dual MII interfaces and hardware timestamping for jitter and latency analysis. Use Value: QUICC Engine handles line-rate frame parsing while e300c3 runs GUI and storage stack - no external FPGA required. |
Use Scenario: Secure SD-WAN edge node performing IPsec encryption, dynamic routing (OSPF/BGP), and application-aware traffic steering. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Communications SoC integrating PCI-connected crypto accelerator, DDR2 memory for packet buffers, and dual Ethernet for WAN/LAN separation. Use Value: PCI 2.3 interface enables seamless integration of third-party security modules certified for FIPS 140-2 compliance. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar communications processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MPC8313EVRAG | Higher e300c4 core (533 MHz), added SATA controller, same QUICC Engine and pinout - but larger 620-ball PBGA package. | Targets bandwidth-intensive applications like video surveillance gateways requiring local disk recording. | Select MPC8313EVRAG only if SATA interface and >417 MHz CPU performance are mandatory; requires PCB redesign due to different package. |
| MPC8315EVRAG | Includes security engine (SEC 2.2) and dual USB 2.0 OTG ports; identical QUICC Engine, DDR2, and Ethernet capabilities. | Suitable for secure remote access devices needing hardware-accelerated IPsec/TLS and dual USB peripheral/host roles. | Choose MPC8315EVRAG when cryptographic offload and dual USB functionality outweigh cost premium over MPC8309VMAFDCA. |
Compared with MPC8309VMAFDCA, MPC8313EVRAG trades pin compatibility for higher CPU throughput and SATA, while MPC8315EVRAG adds security acceleration and USB flexibility - both require new layout but share software compatibility through Power Architecture toolchains.
Availability
MPC8309VMAFDCA is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for residential gateways, industrial control units, and test & measurement instruments requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and traceable sourcing from authorized channels.
Supply support for MPC8309VMAFDCA 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
NXP Semiconductors acquired Freescale in 2015 and maintains full technical and supply-chain continuity for the PowerQUICC II Pro family. NXP is a global leader in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and networking markets.
The MPC8309VMAFDCA belongs to the PowerQUICC II Pro communications processor line, designed specifically for cost-sensitive, high-integration embedded networking applications where protocol flexibility, deterministic I/O, and low-power operation are essential.
FAQ
What is the maximum DDR2 SDRAM capacity supported by the MPC8309VMAFDCA?
The MPC8309VMAFDCA supports up to 512 MB of addressable space with a 32-bit data interface, using two physical banks (chip selects) and DDR2 devices ranging from 64 Mbit to 2 Gbit with x8/x16/x32 data ports. It does not support x4 DRAM configurations, and maximum density depends on device organization and bus width configuration.
Does the MPC8309VMAFDCA include hardware support for IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol?
Yes, the MPC8309VMAFDCA provides hardware timestamping capability on both Ethernet ports (MII/RMII), enabling sub-microsecond synchronization accuracy for IEEE 1588 applications. Timestamp registers are accessible via the QUICC Engine and e300c3 core, and the feature operates independently of CPU load.
Can the MPC8309VMAFDCA boot directly from NAND Flash memory?
Yes, the MPC8309VMAFDCA's enhanced local bus controller (eLBC) includes a dedicated NAND Flash control machine (FCM) that supports booting from parallel NAND Flash devices. It handles ECC generation and correction, bad-block management, and read/write operations without external glue logic.
What is the operating voltage requirement for the core supply (VDD) of the MPC8309VMAFDCA?
The MPC8309VMAFDCA requires a core supply voltage (VDD) of 1.0 V ± 50 mV, with strict tracking requirements: VDD must vary in the same direction as AVDD1/AVDD2/AVDD3 (also 1.0 V ± 50 mV) and GVDD/OVDD. Power sequencing mandates applying VDD before GVDD and OVDD to prevent I/O contention during ramp-up.
How many CAN interfaces does the MPC8309VMAFDCA integrate, and what protocol version do they support?
The MPC8309VMAFDCA integrates four FlexCAN modules, each fully compliant with CAN protocol specification version 2.0B. Each module supports up to 64 message buffers, programmable filtering, loop-back self-test, and global network time synchronization - all requiring external CAN transceivers for physical layer interfacing.
MPC8309VMAFDCA Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 489-LFBGA
- Series:
- MPC83xx
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Core Processor:
- PowerPC e300c3
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 1 Core, 32-Bit
- Speed:
- 333MHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- Communications; QUICC Engine
- RAM Controllers:
- DDR2
- Graphics Acceleration:
- No
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- -
- Ethernet:
- 10/100Mbps (3)
- SATA:
- -
- USB:
- USB 2.0 (1)
- Voltage - I/O:
- 1.8V, 3.3V
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 105°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Security Features:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 489-PBGA (19x19)
- Additional Interfaces:
- CAN, DUART, I2C, MMC/SD, PCI, SPI, TDM
MPC8309VMAFDCA FAQ
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of MPC8309VMAFDCA?
All MPC8309VMAFDCA units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with MPC8309VMAFDCA, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The MPC8309VMAFDCA part is unused and in its original packaging.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
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