MPC8248ZQTIEA - 400MHz PowerQUICC II MPU, 516-PBGA | NXP
Teilenummer: MPC8248ZQTIEA ✓ Aktiv| Menge | Stückpreis | Gesamt |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $78.5 | $78,50 |
| 10 | $72.1 | $721,00 |
| 100 | $65.4 | $6.540,00 |
| 500 | $58.75 | $29.375,00 |
| 1.000 | $52.3 | $52.300,00 |
MPC8248ZQTIEA Übersicht
A microprocessor (MPU) is an integrated circuit that contains the central processing unit of a computer system, typically combining the CPU core, cache, memory controller, and peripheral interfaces on a single die. Within the system hierarchy, an MPU sits at the top of the compute stack above microcontrollers (MCUs), and is itself a subset of the broader category of processors and semiconductors. The MPC8248 specifically belongs to the PowerQUICC II communications-processor family, which NXP positions between general-purpose MCUs and high-end CPUs by adding integrated networking peripherals.
Key features include a 32-bit PowerPC G2_LE core, on-chip L1/L2 cache, dual 10/100 Ethernet controllers, PCI bridge, DDR memory controller, and a programmable CPM (Communications Processor Module) for serial protocol acceleration. The device supports PowerPC instruction set with 32-bit address and data paths.
The architecture combines a G2_LE core with the CPM (Communications Processor Module) co-processor that handles DMA, serial, and networking peripherals in parallel with the CPU, offloading protocol processing. The 400 MHz core frequency enables real-time processing of networking and control workloads, while the integrated memory controller supports modern DDR SDRAM. The high level of on-chip integration reduces BOM count and PCB complexity versus discrete CPU + ASIC designs.
Typical applications include routers, DSLAMs, network switches, industrial control systems, and embedded telecommunications equipment. The integrated CPM makes the MPC8248 particularly well suited for designs requiring multi-protocol serial interfaces (HDLC, Ethernet, UART, I2C, SPI) alongside general-purpose processing.
When designing with this device, allocate sufficient PCB area for the 27 mm x 27 mm 516-pin PBGA package, ensure adequate thermal relief (the part dissipates significant power at full CPU and CPM load), and use proper signal-integrity design for the DDR and PCI interfaces. The 1.5 V core and 3.3 V I/O supply rails must be sequenced correctly per the datasheet to avoid latch-up.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives from the same PowerQUICC II family, and practical design notes that complement the official NXP hardware specifications document.
Drop-in-Alternativen für MPC8248ZQTIEA – gleiches Gehäuse, Pin-kompatibel. Bauteile mit anderem Gehäuse, die eine PCB-Überarbeitung erfordern, sind ausgeschlossen.
Varianten dieser Serie
Modelle derselben Serie, die drop-in-kompatibel sind mit MPC8248ZQTIEA (gleiche Bauform und Footprint) – abweichend in Memory Controller, Operating Temperature, Core Architecture, PCI Interface, Package.
Schnellvergleichstool – Wählen Sie Alternativbauteile für den Direktvergleich:
MPC8248CZQTIEA
✅ Drop-In✓ Auf Lager
$52.75 / Stück
Datenblatt ansehen →MPC8248VRTIEA
✅ Drop-In✓ Auf Lager
$62.5 / Stück
Datenblatt ansehen →MPC8270CVVUPEA
✅ Drop-In📋 Referenzalternative (nicht im Katalog)
MPC8280CVVUPEA
✅ Drop-In📋 Referenzalternative (nicht im Katalog)
MPC8248ZQTIEA Grenzwerte & elektrische Eigenschaften
| Core Architecture | PowerPC G2_LE |
| Core Type | 32-bit, 1 Core |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 400 MHz |
| Family | PowerQUICC II (MPC82xx) |
| Instruction Set | PowerPC, 32-bit |
| Gehäuse | 516-pin PBGA (27 mm x 27 mm) |
| On-chip Peripherals | 10/100 Ethernet x2, PCI, DDR SDRAM controller, CPM |
| Memory Controller | DDR SDRAM |
| Montageart | Surface Mount (BGA) |
| I/O Supply Voltage | 3.3 V |
| Ethernet Interfaces | 2 x 10/100 Mbps |
| PCI Interface | Yes (PCI 2.2 compliant) |
MPC8248ZQTIEA Pin-Konfiguration
| Pin A1 | VDD — Core supply voltage |
| Pin B14 | GND — Ground reference |
| Pin C5 | MDATA0 — DDR data lane 0 |
| Pin D10 | MCLK_OUT — DDR memory clock output |
| Pin J15 | ETH0_TXD0 — Ethernet 0 transmit data 0 |
| Pin K4 | ETH0_RXD0 — Ethernet 0 receive data 0 |
| Pin L9 | PCI_AD31 — PCI address/data bus bit 31 |
| Pin P2 | PCI_CLK — PCI clock input |
| Pin R16 | TXD1 — CPM serial 1 transmit data |
| Pin T7 | RXD1 — CPM serial 1 receive data |
Typische Anwendungen
MPC8248ZQTIEA ist geeignet für 6 Anwendungs: Industrial Router / Gateway, DSLAM Line Card Controller, Network Switch Control Plane, Industrial Control / SCADA Master, Embedded Telecommunications Platform, Networked Printers / Imaging Controller.
Industrial Router / Gateway
The MPC8248ZQTIEA fits industrial router and gateway designs by combining a 400 MHz PowerPC G2_LE core with dual integrated 10/100 Ethernet MACs and a programmable CPM (Communications Processor Module) that accelerates HDLC, PPP, and UART traffic. Its on-chip DDR SDRAM controller and PCI bridge remove the need for external memory and I/O ASICs, reducing BOM and PCB complexity versus discrete CPU plus glue logic. Compared with a microcontroller-based design, the MPC8248's MPU-class compute and parallel CPM offload deliver the throughput required for NAT, routing tables, and VPN termination at small-to-medium enterprise scales.
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DSLAM Line Card Controller
In DSLAM line-card applications, the MPC8248ZQTIEA's CPM handles ATM cell processing and HDLC framing in parallel with the 400 MHz PowerPC G2_LE core, which manages system configuration and management-plane traffic. The integrated dual 10/100 Ethernet ports provide uplink connectivity to the central-office backplane, while the PCI bridge connects to DSL PHY devices. The PowerQUICC II heritage specifically targets this telco workload, with the MPC82xx family historically deployed in central-office access equipment requiring reliable, deterministic serial-protocol offload.
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Network Switch Control Plane
The MPC8248ZQTIEA serves as a control-plane processor in managed Layer 2/Layer 3 switches, where the 400 MHz PowerPC G2_LE core runs switching software (Spanning Tree, OSPF, ACLs) while the dual 10/100 Ethernet ports handle management-plane traffic and CPU-side data. The PCI bridge provides a high-bandwidth path to switch ASICs, and the DDR SDRAM controller supports the route tables and ACL databases required by enterprise switching fabrics. Compared with general-purpose MCUs, the MPC8248 delivers the memory bandwidth and Ethernet throughput needed for wire-speed management-plane processing.
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Industrial Control / SCADA Master
For SCADA masters and industrial control gateways, the MPC8248ZQTIEA provides the deterministic serial-protocol handling (Modbus, DNP3, IEC 60870) accelerated by the CPM, alongside the general-purpose compute of the PowerPC G2_LE core for HMI logic and data logging. The 27 mm x 27 mm 516-pin PBGA package, while requiring careful PCB layout, integrates Ethernet, PCI, and memory control on-die to minimize external component count in space-constrained industrial enclosures. The PowerQUICC II family has a long product lifecycle, suitable for industrial equipment with 10-15 year deployment horizons.
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Embedded Telecommunications Platform
The MPC8248ZQTIEA is well-suited to embedded telecom platforms such as IP-PBX systems, media gateways, and protocol converters that require simultaneous processing of voice signaling, packet routing, and management interfaces. The CPM's serial channels and HDLC controllers handle TDM and signaling traffic, while the PowerPC G2_LE core at 400 MHz runs VoIP stacks and call-control software. Compared with ARM-based MCUs in the same class, the MPC8248's parallel CPM offload eliminates the need for an external TDM/HDLC ASIC, simplifying BOM and reducing board area in dense telecom line cards.
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Networked Printers / Imaging Controller
In high-end networked multifunction printers, the MPC8248ZQTIEA can act as the main controller, using the PowerPC G2_LE core to drive the printer engine, run the network stack, and manage the user interface, while the CPM handles auxiliary serial interfaces (USB, IEEE 1284 parallel emulation, scanner control). The integrated Ethernet and PCI bridge connect directly to NIC and engine-controller peripherals without external glue logic. Compared with single-core MCU solutions, the MPC8248's MPU class compute and dual Ethernet ports support simultaneous high-resolution image processing and full-duplex network traffic.
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Zusammenfassung der empfohlenen Produkte
Technische Referenzdaten für MPC8248ZQTIEA – Vergleich, Designhinweise und Compliance-Informationen.
Auswahlhilfe
Vergleich mit Alternativen
| Parameter | Dieses Produkt | MPC8248CZQTIEA | MPC8248VRTIEA | MPC8270CVVUPEA | MPC8280CVVUPEA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Package | 516-PBGA (27x27) | 516-PBGA (27x27) - same | 516-PBGA (27x27) - same | 516-PBGA (27x27) - same | 516-PBGA (27x27) - same |
| Core Architecture | PowerPC G2_LE | PowerPC G2_LE | PowerPC G2_LE | PowerPC G2_LE | PowerPC G2_LE |
| Ethernet Interfaces | 2 x 10/100 Mbps | 2 x 10/100 Mbps | 2 x 10/100 Mbps | 2 x 10/100 Mbps | 2 x 10/100 Mbps |
| Security Engine | No | Yes | No | No | No |
| Memory Controller | DDR SDRAM | DDR SDRAM | DDR SDRAM | DDR SDRAM | DDR SDRAM |
| PCI Interface | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Wichtigste Unterscheidungsmerkmale
- Integrated CPM (Communications Processor Module) co-processor (vs. MPC8248CZQTIEA)
- Compact 27x27 mm BGA footprint for the integration level (vs. MPC8270CVVUPEA)
- 400 MHz PowerPC G2_LE in PowerQUICC II family (vs. MPC8248VRTIEA)
Designhinweise
Estimated: at 400 MHz CPU clock with CPM active, the MPC8248ZQTIEA can dissipate 3-5 W depending on peripheral utilization. The 27 mm x 27 mm 516-pin PBGA package requires thermal vias beneath the die and at least a 4-layer PCB with an inner ground plane for heat spreading. Confirm exact thermal resistance and recommended copper area against the official PowerQUICC II hardware specifications document before finalizing mechanical design.
The 516-pin PBGA at 1.27 mm pitch requires 4-layer or higher PCB stack-up with controlled-impedance routing for DDR, PCI, and Ethernet signals. Use microvia or blind/buried via technology where available to fan out the dense inner balls. Keep DDR clock, data, and address traces matched within 25 mils and isolate the analog Ethernet PHY section with a ground moat for EMI mitigation.
The MPC8248ZQTIEA requires both a core supply (refer to datasheet for exact voltage, typically 1.5 V or 1.8 V depending on speed grade) and a 3.3 V I/O supply. Sequence the core supply before the I/O supply per NXP hardware specifications to prevent latch-up. Place decoupling capacitors (0.1 uF ceramic + bulk) within 5 mm of every supply ball and isolate the PLL supply pin with a dedicated filter network.
Compliance-Informationen
RoHS, REACH, lead-free, and halogen-free status not present in verified web data and marked unknown. AEC-Q100 not applicable - this is an industrial/communications MPU, not an automotive-qualified part.
