NXP Semiconductors SPC5200CBV400BR2

Overview

SPC5200CBV400BR2 from Freescale Semiconductor is a high-integration PowerPC-based system-on-chip (SoC) microcontroller featuring the MPC603e-series 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 ATA controllers - deployed in automotive infotainment gateways and industrial control units requiring deterministic real-time processing.

For engineers reviewing the SPC5200CBV400BR2 datasheet, SPC5200CBV400BR2 pinout, SPC5200CBV400BR2 application, or SPC5200CBV400BR2 equivalent, key selection considerations include its TEPBGA–272 package, –40 °C to +85 °C industrial temperature grade, 400 MHz e300 core frequency, dual CAN 2.0A/B support, and J1850 BDLC compliance for legacy automotive diagnostics.

Technical Context

The SPC5200CBV400BR2 implements a superscalar e300 core derived from the MPC603e architecture with MMU, critical interrupt handling, and on-chip PLLs generating core (up to 400 MHz) and system clocks from a 15.6–35 MHz crystal input. Its memory subsystem supports SDRAM and DDR SDRAM up to 133 MHz with 32-bit bus width and 256 MB per chip select.

Peripheral integration includes a PCI 2.2 controller (33/66 MHz), Fast Ethernet Controller (MII/7-wire), USB 1.1 OHCI host with integrated hub, six programmable serial controllers (PSCs) supporting UART, SPI, I²S, AC97, and IrDA, two I²C interfaces, and dual MSCAN modules compliant with ISO 11898-1 (CAN 2.0A/B).

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

SPC5200CBV400BR2 is housed in a 27 mm × 27 mm TEPBGA–272 package with 272 solder balls arranged in a 17 × 17 array (including corner dummy balls), designed for high-density PCB layouts with controlled impedance routing for DDR, PCI, and high-speed serial buses.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with SPC5200CBV400BR2, MPC5200BVR400B offers identical functionality in alternate packaging, while MPC5121E extends capability with DDR2 and PCIe but mandates board revision - making SPC5200CBV400BR2 optimal for cost-sensitive, volume production of established automotive gateway platforms.

Availability

SPC5200CBV400BR2 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive diagnostic gateways, industrial PLC communication modules, telematics control units, and medical imaging data acquirers requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.

Supply support for SPC5200CBV400BR2 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 - including SPC5200CBV400BR2 - was engineered for cost-optimized, high-reliability automotive and industrial control applications requiring integrated CAN, J1850, Ethernet, and real-time OS support without external co-processors.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating temperature range for the SPC5200CBV400BR2?

The SPC5200CBV400BR2 is rated for industrial temperature operation from –40 °C to +85 °C ambient, with a maximum junction temperature of +115 °C. This range is validated per Freescale's MPC5200BDS Rev. 4 datasheet Section 1.1.3, and applies to all core, memory, and peripheral functions including the e300 CPU, DDR interface, and dual CAN controllers. Thermal derating is not required within this envelope.

Does the SPC5200CBV400BR2 support DDR SDRAM or only SDR SDRAM?

Yes, the SPC5200CBV400BR2 supports both SDRAM and DDR SDRAM up to 133 MHz, as confirmed in Section 1.3.6 (SDRAM) and Section 2.3 (Pinout Listings) of the MPC5200BDS Rev. 4 datasheet. It provides separate VDD_MEM_IODDR (2.42–2.63 V) and VDD_MEM_IOSDR (3.0–3.6 V) supplies, and dedicated MEM_MDQS pins with pull-up/pull-down requirements specific to DDR mode.

Is the SPC5200CBV400BR2 pin-compatible with other MPC5200B variants like MPC5200BVR400B?

Yes, the SPC5200CBV400BR2 is fully pin-compatible with MPC5200BVR400B and all other MPC5200B speed-grade variants in the TEPBGA–272 package. The datasheet confirms identical pinout listings (Section 2.3), mechanical dimensions (Section 2.2), and electrical characteristics across the MPC5200B family - differing only in marking, packaging format (tape-and-reel vs. tray), and minor thermal test conditions.

What debug interfaces does the SPC5200CBV400BR2 provide?

The SPC5200CBV400BR2 integrates IEEE 1149.1 JTAG (TCK/TMS/TDI/TDO/TRST) and a Common On-chip Processor (COP) debug port, both documented in Sections 1.3.18 and 3.4.2 of the MPC5200BDS Rev. 4. These enable full boundary-scan testing, real-time core debugging, flash programming, and runtime memory inspection - supported by CodeWarrior Development Studio and third-party JTAG emulators.

Can the SPC5200CBV400BR2 operate without an external crystal?

No, the SPC5200CBV400BR2 requires an external 15.6–35 MHz crystal connected to SYS_XTAL_IN/OUT to generate its system clock; the internal oscillator lacks sufficient stability for core operation. While RTC_XTAL_IN accepts a 32.768 kHz crystal for low-power timekeeping, the main PLL cannot lock without the primary system crystal - as specified in Section 1.2 and Table 8 of the MPC5200BDS Rev. 4.