NXP Semiconductors P1013NSN2LFB

Overview

P1013NSN2LFB from NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale) is a single-core Power Architecture® e500v2 embedded processor designed for energy-efficient IP networking and media processing applications. It features a 600–1055 MHz core clock, 256 KB L2 cache with ECC, 64-bit DDR2/DDR3 memory controller, dual 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet controllers (eTSEC), and advanced power management including packet-lossless deep-sleep mode.

For engineers reviewing the P1013NSN2LFB datasheet, P1013NSN2LFB pinout, P1013NSN2LFB application, or P1013NSN2LFB equivalent, key selection considerations include its single-core e500v2 architecture, TEPBGA-689 package, IEEE 1588 support, TCP/IP offload capability, and compatibility with QorIQ P1 Series software and toolchain ecosystems.

Technical Context

The P1013NSN2LFB implements a single e500v2 core with 36-bit physical addressing, double-precision floating-point unit, and Signal Processing Engine (SPE) APU. Its on-chip interconnect supports coherency-aware DMA, virtualized Ethernet, and SerDes-lane multiplexing across SGMII, SATA, and PCIe interfaces.

Unlike the dual-core P1022, the P1013NSN2LFB omits the coherency module and second e500v2 core but retains identical peripheral sets-including dual eTSECs, USB 2.0/ULPI, SD/MMC, I²C, DUART, timers, eLBC, and XOR acceleration-enabling drop-in software reuse in resource-constrained designs.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: 689-pin Thermally Enhanced Plastic Ball Grid Array (TEPBGA), 27 mm × 27 mm, 1.0 mm ball pitch, RoHS-compliant, lead-free finish.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with MPC8548ECVRAGDB and LS1023A, the P1013NSN2LFB delivers optimal balance of Power Architecture software continuity, hardware-accelerated networking, and ultra-low-power operation in a modern BGA package-making it ideal for cost-sensitive, energy-constrained embedded gateways requiring minimal firmware changes from P1022 designs.

Availability

P1013NSN2LFB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for enterprise networking gateways, industrial protocol converters, and embedded media servers requiring stable component supply, extended lifecycle support, and qualified industrial temperature variants.

Supply support for P1013NSN2LFB 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 is a global semiconductor leader focused on secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and IoT applications, with roots in Freescale's embedded processing heritage.

The P1013NSN2LFB belongs to the QorIQ P1 Series - a family of energy-efficient, single- and dual-core communications processors engineered for deterministic real-time networking, media processing, and low-power edge infrastructure.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the P1013NSN2LFB?

The P1013NSN2LFB operates at a maximum core frequency of 1055 MHz. This speed is factory-configured and guaranteed across the industrial temperature range (−40°C to +105°C) when powered with nominal 1.0 V core voltage and proper thermal management. The P1013NSN2LFB supports dynamic frequency scaling (jog mode) to lower frequencies for power optimization without software intervention.

Does the P1013NSN2LFB support IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol?

Yes, the P1013NSN2LFB supports IEEE 1588-2008 Precision Time Protocol through its dual enhanced Three-Speed Ethernet Controllers (eTSECs). Each eTSEC provides hardware timestamping on both transmit and receive paths with sub-100 ns resolution, enabling master/slave clock synchronization in industrial automation and telecom timing applications without external timing ICs.

Is the P1013NSN2LFB pin-compatible with the P1022 processor?

No, the P1013NSN2LFB is not pin-compatible with the P1022. Although both use the same 689-pin TEPBGA package footprint and share many peripheral signals, the P1022 requires additional coherency and dual-core interconnect pins absent in the P1013NSN2LFB. Board-level migration requires layout revision, though software and driver reuse is highly feasible due to identical peripheral register maps.

What memory technologies does the P1013NSN2LFB support?

The P1013NSN2LFB supports DDR2-800 and DDR3-1333 SDRAM via its 64-bit memory controller with on-die termination, ECC, and programmable timing parameters. It does not support LPDDR, GDDR, or NOR/NAND flash directly - those require connection through the Enhanced Local Bus Controller (eLBC) or SD/MMC interface. Maximum supported capacity is 8 GB with 36-bit physical addressing.

Does the P1013NSN2LFB include an integrated security engine?

The P1013NSN2LFB includes an optional integrated security engine supporting AES, 3DES, SHA, MD5, RSA/ECC, and FIPS 140-2 deterministic RNG. This feature is silicon-optioned: units marked "NSN" (like P1013NSN2LFB) include the security engine enabled, whereas "N"-suffix variants omit it. The engine performs single-pass IPsec/SSL encryption and authentication, reducing host CPU overhead by up to 70% in secure tunneling applications.