NXP Semiconductors MPC885ZP133
- Part No.:
- MPC885ZP133
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 357-BBGA
- Datasheet:
-
MPC885ZP133.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU MPC8XX 133MHZ 357BGA
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Product details
Overview
MPC885ZP133 from Freescale Semiconductor is a PowerQUICC II integrated communications processor combining a 133 MHz MPC8xx core, dual 10/100 Fast Ethernet controllers (FEC), USB 2.0 full-/low-speed host/function interface, UTOPIA L2-compliant ATM interface, and hardware security engine supporting DES/3DES, AES-128/192/256, SHA-1/256, and MD5. It targets broadband access gateways, DSLAMs, and secure enterprise edge routers requiring deterministic real-time packet processing.
For engineers reviewing the MPC885ZP133 datasheet, MPC885ZP133 pinout, MPC885ZP133 application, or MPC885ZP133 equivalent, key selection criteria include its 133 MHz core frequency with 2:1 bus ratio, 1.8 V core / 3.3 V I/O operation, 357-pin PBGA package, and integrated crypto-accelerated IPsec/SSL offload capability.
Technical Context
The MPC885ZP133 implements a single-issue 32-bit Power Architecture™ core with 8 KB instruction and 8 KB data caches, MMU with 32-entry TLB supporting 4/16/512 KB and 8 MB page sizes, and advanced on-chip emulation debug mode. Its CPM includes an 8 KB dual-port RAM, four baud rate generators, and RISC controller for serial protocol offload.
Hardware acceleration is provided by a dedicated security engine comprising DEU (DES/3DES), AESU (AES-128/192/256), and MDEU (SHA-1/256, MD5, HMAC), all operating with 256-byte internal buffers and multi-command descriptor chain support. The SIU integrates clock synthesizer, PIT, watchdog, IEEE 1149.1 JTAG, and memory controller supporting DRAM, SRAM, Flash, and PCMCIA-ATA interfaces.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core Frequency | 133 MHz - enables 2:1 CPU-to-bus ratio for high-throughput packet forwarding without external clock multiplication |
| Bus Frequency | 80 MHz (1:1 mode) - supports glueless interface to standard SDRAM and Flash devices |
| Core Voltage | 1.8 V ±0.1 V - mandates low-noise regulation and strict sequencing relative to 3.3 V I/O supply |
| I/O Voltage | 3.3 V ±0.165 V - compatible with industry-standard logic families; PA/PB/PC/PD pins are 5 V tolerant |
| Thermal Limit | Junction temperature max 95 °C (standard) - requires thermal design using RθJB = 17 °C/W to PCB ground plane |
| Power Dissipation | 495 mW max (2:1 mode @ 133 MHz) - dominated by VDDL current; excludes I/O driver dissipation |
| Security Engine | Hardware-accelerated DES/3DES, AES-128/192/256, SHA-1/256, MD5 - offloads IPsec/SSL processing from main CPU |
Pinout & Package
The MPC885ZP133 is housed in a 357-ball PBGA package (19 × 19 mm, 1.27 mm pitch) with thermal pad exposed on underside for PCB thermal vias.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDDL | Core power supply | Must be ramped before or simultaneously with VDDH; violation risks ESD diode conduction |
| VDDH | I/O power supply | Supplies all digital I/O banks; 5 V tolerant pins limited to ≤2.5 V above VDDH |
| VDDSYN | PLL voltage supply | 1.8 V ±0.1 V; must track VDDL within 100 mV to prevent PLL instability |
| EXTAL | Crystal oscillator input | Accepts 33.333 MHz fundamental-mode crystal for 133 MHz core clock generation |
| HRESET | Hard reset input | Active-low asynchronous reset; drives full chip initialization including CPM and security engine |
| MII1_TXEN | FEC1 transmit enable | 5 V tolerant; controls MII physical layer output drive during 10/100 Mbps Ethernet transmission |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Integrated Security Engine | Full hardware acceleration of IPsec/SSL cryptographic operations eliminates software overhead and ensures deterministic latency |
| UTOPIA L2 Interface | Half/full-duplex master/slave operation with FIFO buffering reduces cell transmission time and enables multi-PHY ATM aggregation |
| Dual Fast Ethernet Controllers | Independent MII/RMII interfaces allow simultaneous WAN/LAN traffic handling without shared bus contention |
| CPM with Dual-Port RAM | 8 KB on-chip RAM and RISC co-processor offload serial protocol framing (HDLC, PPP, UART, IrDA) from main CPU |
| Memory Controller | Eight programmable banks support DRAM, SRAM, Flash, and PCMCIA-ATA with up to 30 wait states per bank for legacy device compatibility |
Applications
| DSL Access Multiplexer | Secure Enterprise Edge Router |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Aggregates multiple ADSL lines into a single high-speed upstream connection using ATM cell switching and OAM monitoring. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: MPC885ZP133 acts as line card controller managing UTOPIA PHY interface, FEC for management channel, and security engine for encrypted management traffic. Use Value: Eliminates need for external ATM segmentation/reassembly ASIC and offloads IPsec encryption for remote management sessions. | Use Scenario: Provides firewall/NAT functionality at branch office edge with encrypted site-to-site VPN tunnels. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: MPC885ZP133 serves as control plane processor executing routing stack while security engine handles parallel IPsec SA processing. Use Value: Achieves 20+ Mbps encrypted throughput without CPU saturation, enabling real-time VoIP and video over VPN. |
| Wireless Base Station Controller | Industrial Protocol Gateway |
Use Scenario: Bridges 802.11 MAC frames to ATM backbone in outdoor Wi-Fi base stations with QoS-aware traffic shaping. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: MPC885ZP133 performs frame translation between USB-hosted WLAN module and UTOPIA ATM interface while enforcing APC priority levels. Use Value: Enables port-to-port ATM switching without microcode, reducing latency for time-sensitive voice packets. | Use Scenario: Translates Modbus TCP to HDLC-based fieldbus protocols in SCADA systems with secure remote access. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: MPC885ZP133 operates SCCs in HDLC mode for legacy fieldbus communication while USB hosts configuration interface and security engine encrypts remote sessions. Use Value: Integrates protocol conversion, secure remote access, and real-time I/O control in single-chip solution. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar communications processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MPC885VR133 | Same die revision and feature set; differs only in Pb-free packaging (RoHS-compliant) and thermal pad design | No functional difference; suitable for new designs requiring lead-free compliance | Select MPC885VR133 when RoHS certification is mandatory and thermal pad soldering process is validated |
| MPC875VR133 | Lacks security engine and UTOPIA interface; reduced SCC count (2 vs 3); same 133 MHz core and dual FEC | Applicable where ATM/encryption not required, e.g., basic Ethernet routing or industrial control | Choose MPC875VR133 to reduce BOM cost and simplify layout when crypto/ATM features are unused |
Compared with MPC885ZP133, MPC885VR133 offers identical functionality in RoHS-compliant packaging, while MPC875VR133 removes security and ATM capabilities to lower cost and power-making it viable only where those features are excluded from system requirements.
Availability
MPC885ZP133 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for DSLAM line cards, secure enterprise edge routers, wireless base station controllers, and industrial protocol gateways requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for MPC885ZP133 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 Semiconductors in 2015.
The MPC885ZP133 belongs to the PowerQUICC II family, designed specifically for carrier-grade and enterprise networking equipment requiring integrated communications peripherals and hardware-accelerated security.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating junction temperature for the MPC885ZP133?
The MPC885ZP133 has a maximum junction temperature of 95 °C under standard operating conditions. This rating assumes proper thermal design using the specified junction-to-board thermal resistance (RθJB = 17 °C/W) and adherence to the recommended four-layer PCB stack-up with ground/power planes. Exceeding this limit risks permanent damage to the MPC885ZP133 silicon and may trigger thermal shutdown mechanisms in system-level firmware.
Does the MPC885ZP133 support both USB host and function modes simultaneously?
Yes, the MPC885ZP133 supports concurrent USB host and function operation for diagnostic loop-back testing. In practice, the USB controller can operate as a host controlling peripheral devices while simultaneously acting as a function endpoint for host-side validation. However, full simultaneous data transfer in both directions requires careful buffer management in firmware due to shared DMA resources. The MPC885ZP133 USB block complies with USB 2.0 full-/low-speed specifications.
How does the security engine in the MPC885ZP133 accelerate IPsec processing?
The MPC885ZP133 security engine accelerates IPsec through dedicated hardware units: the DEU handles DES/3DES encryption/decryption, the AESU executes AES-128/192/256 operations, and the MDEU computes SHA-1/256 and MD5 hashes. These units process cryptographic operations independently of the main CPU, using 256-byte internal buffers and multi-command descriptor chains. This architecture allows the MPC885ZP133 to sustain encrypted throughput exceeding 20 Mbps without CPU intervention.
What are the power sequencing requirements for the MPC885ZP133 VDDL and VDDH supplies?
The MPC885ZP133 requires strict power sequencing: VDDL (core) must not exceed VDDH (I/O) during power-up or power-down, and the difference between VDDL and VDDSYN must remain below 100 mV. Violating these conditions forward-biases internal ESD protection diodes, causing excessive current flow. A discrete sequencing circuit using MUR420 Schottky diodes is recommended to enforce compliance, especially in systems lacking tightly regulated multi-rail power supplies.
Can the MPC885ZP133's UTOPIA interface operate in both master and slave modes?
Yes, the MPC885ZP133 UTOPIA interface supports full-duplex master (ATM side) and slave (PHY side) operations using a split bus architecture. This capability enables direct connection to ATM PHY chips without external glue logic and allows port-to-port switching without RAM-based microcode. The MPC885ZP133 implements UTOPIA Level 2 compliance with added FIFO buffering to reduce total cell transmission time and supports multi-PHY configurations via configurable timing parameters.
MPC885ZP133 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 357-BBGA
- Series:
- MPC8xx
- Packaging:
- Bulk
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Core Processor:
- MPC8xx
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 1 Core, 32-Bit
- Speed:
- 133MHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- Communications; CPM, Security; SEC
- RAM Controllers:
- DRAM
- Graphics Acceleration:
- No
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- -
- Ethernet:
- 10Mbps (3), 10/100Mbps (2)
- SATA:
- -
- USB:
- USB 2.0 (1)
- Voltage - I/O:
- 3.3V
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 95°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Security Features:
- Cryptography
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 357-PBGA (25x25)
- Additional Interfaces:
- HDLC/SDLC, I2C, IrDA, PCMCIA, SPI, TDM, UART/USART
MPC885ZP133 FAQ
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6.How does Aetrix verify that MPC885ZP133 is sourced from the original manufacturer or authorized distributors?
All MPC885ZP133 products on Aetrix are procured from qualified distributors and authorized channels. Our dedicated quality assurance team conducts strict verification, including traceability checks and, if necessary, third-party testing. This ensures that MPC885ZP133 meets industry standards.
7.What is the process for return or replacement of MPC885ZP133?
All MPC885ZP133 units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with MPC885ZP133, 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 MPC885ZP133 part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for MPC885ZP133:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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