NXP Semiconductors SPC5200CBV400B

Overview

SPC5200CBV400B 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 cache, double-precision FPU, and integrated SDRAM/DDR, PCI, USB 1.1, FEC, dual CAN 2.0A/B, and J1850 controllers - deployed in automotive infotainment and industrial control gateways requiring deterministic real-time processing.

For engineers reviewing the SPC5200CBV400B datasheet, SPC5200CBV400B pinout, SPC5200CBV400B application, or SPC5200CBV400B equivalent, key selection criteria include its TEPBGA–272 package, –40 °C to +85 °C industrial temperature range, 1.42–1.58 V core supply, 400 MHz e300 core frequency, and integrated peripheral set supporting automotive Class B networking and Ethernet connectivity.

Technical Context

The SPC5200CBV400B implements a superscalar MPC603e-series e300 core with instruction and data MMU, critical interrupt support, and on-chip PLLs generating core and system clocks from a 15.6–35 MHz SYS_XTAL input. Its memory subsystem supports up to 133 MHz SDRAM/DDR with 256 MB per chip select and built-in refresh.

Peripheral integration includes a PCI 2.2 controller (33/66 MHz), ATA-4 host interface, BestComm DMA with 16 KB local SRAM, six programmable serial controllers (PSCs) supporting UART, I²S, AC97, SPI, and IrDA, plus dual MSCAN controllers compliant with CAN 2.0A/B and J1850 BDLC for automotive diagnostics at ≤125 kbps.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

SPC5200CBV400B uses a 272-ball TEPBGA package with exposed thermal pad, designed for mechanical stability and thermal dissipation in automotive and industrial environments. Pin assignments follow the MPC5200B pinout listing (Section 2.3, Rev. 4 datasheet), with dedicated banks for memory, PCI, I/O, and debug interfaces.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with MPC5200BVR400B, SPC5200CBV400B offers identical functionality with legacy marking; compared with MPC5121E, it provides lower-cost, thermally simpler implementation for established automotive gateway and PLC platforms without PCIe or DDR2 needs.

Availability

SPC5200CBV400B is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive diagnostic gateways, industrial Ethernet PLCs, infotainment baseband processors, and telematics control units requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.

Supply support for SPC5200CBV400B 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 processing, analog, and connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and networking markets.

The MPC5200B family was designed as an automotive-qualified PowerPC SoC platform integrating real-time control, legacy bus support (CAN/J1850), and connectivity (USB/Ethernet) for cost-sensitive gateway and control applications.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the SPC5200CBV400B e300 core?

The SPC5200CBV400B e300 core operates at a maximum frequency of 400 MHz, validated across the industrial temperature range of –40 °C to +85 °C. This rating is specified in Table 12 (A1.1) of the MPC5200B datasheet Rev. 4 and corresponds to the "400B" suffix in the part number. The SPC5200CBV400B achieves 760 MIPS at this frequency with its superscalar architecture and dual 16 KB caches.

Does the SPC5200CBV400B support DDR SDRAM memory?

Yes, the SPC5200CBV400B supports both SDRAM and DDR SDRAM memory interfaces up to 133 MHz, with a 32-bit data bus and 256 MB addressing range per chip select. The memory controller includes built-in initialization and refresh logic, eliminating the need for external SDRAM controller logic. Voltage requirements differ: VDD_MEM_IODDR must be 2.42–2.63 V for DDR mode, per Table 2 (D2.4) of the datasheet.

What automotive bus protocols does the SPC5200CBV400B natively support?

The SPC5200CBV400B natively supports CAN 2.0A/B via two MSCAN controllers and SAE J1850 Class B (VPW) via its dedicated J1850 BDLC module. It complies with ISO 11898 for CAN and SAE J1850 for low-speed diagnostic communications (<125 kbps), including In-Frame Response (IFR) types 0–3. These interfaces require external transceivers but provide full protocol handling in silicon.

What power management modes are available on the SPC5200CBV400B?

The SPC5200CBV400B supports Nap, Doze, Sleep, and Deep Sleep power management modes. Deep Sleep draws only 52.5 mW (typical) with all clocks and modules disabled except the RTC oscillator. Wake-up is supported from all modes via GPIO, RTC alarm, or CAN activity. Mode entry and exit are controlled via SIU registers and require no external hardware sequencing.

Is the SPC5200CBV400B pin-compatible with other MPC5200B variants?

Yes, the SPC5200CBV400B is pin-compatible with all MPC5200B variants in the TEPBGA–272 package, including MPC5200BVR400B and MPC5200BCV400B. Differences are limited to marking, RoHS status, and minor packaging details - electrical, thermal, and functional specifications are identical per the MPC5200B datasheet Rev. 4.