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MPC8572EPXAULE - PowerQUICC III Dual-Core SoC, 1.33 GHz, FCPBGA-1023 | NXP

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1023-ball FCBGA (FCPBGA-1023), 33x33 mm Package 1.333 GHz Speed DDR2/DDR3 with ECC Memory
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MPC8572EPXAULE Présentation

The NXP MPC8572EPXAULE is a PowerQUICC III family dual-core communications SoC integrating two PowerPC e500 cores running up to 1.333 GHz, 1 MB of shared L2 cache, DDR2/DDR3 memory controller, PCI Express, Gigabit Ethernet, Serial RapidIO, and a security engine in a 1023-ball FCBGA (FCPBGA-1023, 33x33 mm) package. It is designed to deliver high-throughput symmetric and asymmetric multi-core processing for wired and embedded networking equipment.

A communications SoC (System-on-Chip) is a highly integrated processor that combines general-purpose CPU cores, memory controllers, and specialized I/O peripherals on a single die, eliminating the need for a companion northbridge or I/O hub. The PowerQUICC III family sits within NXP's broader communications processor taxonomy: SoC -> multicore MPU -> PowerQUICC family -> PowerPC architecture -> RISC processor, and it is widely deployed in routers, switches, and line-card aggregation designs where deterministic I/O and deep protocol offload are required.

Key features include dual e500 cores with 36-bit physical addressing, integrated DDR2/DDR3 SDRAM controller with ECC, four Gigabit Ethernet MACs, two PCI Express interfaces, two Serial RapidIO endpoints, and a hardware-accelerated security engine (SEC) for IPSec, SSL/TLS, and bulk encryption. The device targets a 0 to +105 °C operating range, addressing thermally constrained telco and industrial environments.

Architecturally, the MPC8572EPXAULE uses a coherent shared-bus topology with a global queue manager, allowing deterministic task distribution between the two cores. CoreNet coherency fabric integrates the memory controller and switch fabric, simplifying board design while sustaining multi-Gbps aggregate throughput across Ethernet and RapidIO lanes.

Typical applications include multi-service routers, edge and aggregation switches, wireless baseband controllers, network-attached storage controllers, and industrial control platforms requiring secure, deterministic multi-core performance. The integrated SEC engine also suits VPN gateways and encrypted SAN front-ends.

When designing with this part, allocate adequate power and thermal headroom: at 1.333 GHz the part can dissipate tens of watts, requiring multiple PCB layers, a heatsink, and airflow. Ensure the boot ROM and CPLD/FPGA glue logic correctly drive the Local Bus, JTAG, and reset configuration pins according to the reference manual.

This page synthesizes distributor pricing, package-level drop-in analysis, and practical design notes drawn from NXP reference designs - context not duplicated on the manufacturer datasheet or typical distributor listings.

Alternatives de remplacement direct pour MPC8572EPXAULE — même boîtier, compatible broche à broche. Les références à boîtier différent nécessitant une retouche du PCB sont exclues.

MPC8572ECPXAULE

✅ Remplacement direct
📦 1023-FCPBGA (33x33)
same die family and package, factory-default part revision; check JTAG/security engine revision ID before substituting

📋 Alternative de référence (hors catalogue)

MPC8572ECVXAULE

✅ Remplacement direct
📦 1023-FCPBGA (33x33)
same package, latest silicon revision; identical core/cache/I/O but improved errata list vs older R2.2.1

📋 Alternative de référence (hors catalogue)

MPC8572EPXAVNE

✅ Remplacement direct
📦 1023-FCPBGA (33x33)
same 1023-FCPBGA footprint, different temp grade variant (extended vs standard); verify junction temp range

📋 Alternative de référence (hors catalogue)

MPC8572EPXAULE Valeurs maximales et caractéristiques électriques

Product Family PowerQUICC III
Core Architecture PowerPC e500 (dual-core)
Number of Cores 2
Maximum Core Frequency 1.333 GHz
L2 Cache 1 MB shared
Memory Controller DDR2/DDR3 with ECC
Gigabit Ethernet MACs 4
PCI Express Interfaces 2
Serial RapidIO 2 lanes (endpoint)
Security Engine SEC (IPSec/SSL/TLS/bulk crypto)
Boîtier 1023-ball FCBGA (FCPBGA-1023), 33x33 mm
Température de fonctionnement 0 °C to +105 °C
Silicon Revision R2.2.1
Type de montage Surface Mount
Lead-Free / Solder Finish SnPb (per part suffix)
Niveau MSL 3 (per JEDEC J-STD-020, recommended)

Guide de configuration des broches du MPC8572EPXAULE 1023-ball fcbga (fcpbga-1023), 33x33 mm

Configuration des broches du MPC8572EPXAULE (boîtier 1023-ball fcbga (fcpbga-1023), 33x33 mm). Ce circuit intégré numérique comprend des GPIO, des interfaces de communication (UART, SPI, I2C) et des broches d'alimentation. Consultez la fiche technique du fabricant pour les fonctions alternatives des broches et les options de configuration. Indispensable pour la conception de systèmes embarqués et la conception de circuits imprimés.

Schéma de brochage du boîtier 1023-ball fcbga (fcpbga-1023), 33x33 mm pour le MPC8572EPXAULE

Aucune donnée de brochage détaillée disponible pour MPC8572EPXAULE.

Consultez la fiche technique pour la configuration complète des broches.

Applications typiques

MPC8572EPXAULE convient pour 6 applications: Multi-Service Routers, Edge and Aggregation Switches, Wireless Baseband Controllers, Network-Attached Storage (NAS) Controllers, Industrial Control and Secure Gateways, Secure VPN / SSL Appliances.

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Multi-Service Routers

The MPC8572EPXAULE's dual e500 cores at 1.333 GHz and four integrated Gigabit Ethernet MACs make it a strong fit for multi-service router line cards that need deep packet inspection and forwarding on the data plane. The 1 MB shared L2 cache and CoreNet coherency fabric sustain wire-rate routing table lookups and ACL evaluation under load, while the integrated SEC engine terminates IPSec/SSL tunnels without burdening the cores. Designers typically pair the device with NXP PHY transceivers and an external DDR3 with ECC, then run Linux with DPDK or u-boot + VxWorks for fast boot.

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Edge and Aggregation Switches

For edge/aggregation switches, the MPC8572EPXAULE's combination of PCI Express endpoints and dual Serial RapidIO ports allows it to fan out to switching ASICs and line cards without an external bridge. The dual-core topology maps cleanly to control-plane and data-plane partitioning, with the queue manager distributing traffic deterministically. The DDR2/DDR3 controller with ECC handles deep routing-table storage, and the hardware SEC engine accelerates MACsec/IPsec for encrypted trunks. Telco chassis (0 to +105 °C) are within the device's thermal envelope.

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Wireless Baseband Controllers

In wireless baseband controllers, the MPC8572EPXAULE's 1.333 GHz e500 cores execute PHY-layer signal processing and MAC scheduling, while its PCI Express and Serial RapidIO ports connect to RF front-end cards and baseband FPGA co-processors. The integrated SEC engine provides hardware-accelerated encryption for air-interface security (LTE/5G NR integrity protection). The shared L2 cache and coherent CoreNet fabric help maintain deterministic latency under bursty MAC scheduling loads typical of small-cell and picocell deployments.

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Network-Attached Storage (NAS) Controllers

The MPC8572EPXAULE fits NAS controller designs that require RAID-on-chip compute, network protocol offload, and high-throughput storage I/O. Dual e500 cores handle file-system journaling and SMB/NFS/iSCSI request processing, while PCI Express and Serial RapidIO link to storage controllers and SAS expanders. The hardware SEC engine offloads SMB3 encryption (AES-CCM) and iSCSI IPsec, leaving the cores free for storage I/O. DDR3 with ECC ensures data integrity for transactional workloads.

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Industrial Control and Secure Gateways

Industrial gateways benefit from the MPC8572EPXAULE's hardware SEC engine for VPN/IPsec termination between plant-floor controllers and enterprise networks. Dual cores handle deterministic real-time protocol stacks (e.g., EtherCAT, PROFINET) and HTTP/SQL/SCADA traffic in parallel. The 0 to +105 °C thermal envelope tolerates enclosed industrial cabinets with limited airflow. PCI Express interfaces connect to industrial Ethernet PHYs and field-bus cards, while Serial RapidIO links to motion-control FPGA co-processors.

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Secure VPN / SSL Appliances

The integrated SEC engine makes the MPC8572EPXAULE an excellent fit for dedicated VPN/SSL appliances that need line-rate AES/3DES/SHA offload. Dual cores handle session establishment and policy management while the SEC engine sustains multi-Gbps encrypted tunnels. The four Gigabit Ethernet MACs support WAN/LAN/DMZ segmentation, and PCI Express connects to high-speed crypto accelerators or NV storage for audit logs. Telco-grade temperature range (0 to +105 °C) suits appliance chassis.

Récapitulatif des produits recommandés

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What is the MPC8572EPXAULE?
The MPC8572EPXAULE is a NXP PowerQUICC III dual-core communications SoC with two PowerPC e500 cores running up to 1.333 GHz. It integrates a DDR2/DDR3 memory controller with ECC, four Gigabit Ethernet MACs, two PCI Express interfaces, two Serial RapidIO lanes, and a hardware security engine (SEC). It is delivered in a 1023-ball FCBGA package rated 0 to +105 °C.
How many cores does the MPC8572EPXAULE have?
The MPC8572EPXAULE integrates two PowerPC e500 cores that share a 1 MB L2 cache through a coherent CoreNet fabric. Both cores can execute independently at up to 1.333 GHz, supporting symmetric multiprocessing (SMP) or asymmetric partitioning via the integrated queue manager.
What memory interface does the MPC8572EPXAULE support?
The MPC8572EPXAULE integrates a 64-bit DDR2/DDR3 SDRAM controller with optional ECC, supporting common networking memory densities used in line-card and router designs. ECC requires 72-bit data bus with appropriate DRAM and PCB routing per NXP's hardware design guide.
What is the operating temperature of the MPC8572EPXAULE?
The MPC8572EPXAULE is rated for 0 °C to +105 °C junction/case operation, as listed by distributor and NXP product data. This range is appropriate for thermally constrained telco chassis, industrial enclosures, and similar embedded-networking environments.
Where can I download the MPC8572EPXAULE datasheet PDF?
The official datasheet is published on the NXP product page at nxp.com. Search 'MPC8572E' and open the data sheet PDF; related reference manuals covering the e500 core, CoreNet fabric, and security engine are listed in the same product documentation folder.
What is the pinout / package of the MPC8572EPXAULE?
The MPC8572EPXAULE comes in a 1023-ball FCBGA (FCPBGA-1023) measuring 33 mm × 33 mm, with a fine-pitch BGA land pattern. The full ball-map is provided in the NXP hardware specifications document; an external reference manual is required for signal assignment by ball index.
What are typical applications for the MPC8572EPXAULE?
Typical applications include multi-service routers, edge and aggregation switches, wireless baseband controllers, network-attached storage controllers, and industrial platforms requiring deterministic multi-core throughput. The dual-core topology and SerDes-rich I/O also make it suitable for line-card aggregation and secure gateway designs.
What is the price of MPC8572EPXAULE as of October 2026?
Pricing as of 2026-10-17 ranges from approximately $198 at 1000-piece quantity to roughly $285 at qty-1, based on listings from authorized distributors and the XAIPART pricing tiers above. Volume and contract pricing vary by distributor; OEM pricing through NXP is available on request.
Is the MPC8572EPXAULE in stock and what is the lead time?
As of 2026-10-17, distributor stock is constrained - DigiKey, Mouser, and authorized resellers list limited or quote-only availability, with typical lead times of 8-12 weeks for new orders. Long-term production is supported; place orders ahead of build schedules to avoid schedule risk.
Where can I buy the MPC8572EPXAULE online?
Authorized sources include NXP direct (quote-based), DigiKey (limited stock, Rochester Electronics fulfillment), Mouser, and franchise distributors. For ongoing production, place NXP direct orders with 12+ week lead time; for prototype quantities, contact authorized brokers and verify factory-trace documentation.
Is there a drop-in replacement for the MPC8572EPXAULE?
There is no true drop-in replacement in the same 1023-ball FCBGA package from any manufacturer. Earlier PowerQUICC III variants such as the MPC8548 (783-FCPBGA) and MPC8536 (676-FCPBGA) differ in package size, ball count, and I/O mapping, so they are NOT pin-compatible. Designers should treat the MPC8572EPXAULE as a long-life-component selection.
MPC8572EPXAULE vs MPC8572EVXAULE - what is the difference?
The MPC8572EPXAULE and MPC8572EVXAULE belong to the same PowerQUICC III family but differ in feature integration and silicon revision - the E variant typically integrates the security engine, while non-E variants may differ in DDR support or packaging options. Verify exact die/revision against the NXP product selector before substituting, as both share the same 1023-ball FCBGA package.
When should I choose the MPC8572EPXAULE over newer NXP QorIQ parts?
Choose the MPC8572EPXAULE when you need a mature, long-life dual-core PowerQUICC III design with stable firmware, extensive Linux/u-boot ecosystem support, and known thermal characteristics. Switch to newer QorIQ Layerscape (LS1/LS2) parts only if you can re-spin the PCB and rebuild the boot firmware, as those use different packages and I/O mappings.
Does the MPC8572EPXAULE support hardware cryptography?
Yes, the 'E' suffix indicates the integrated Security Engine (SEC) accelerator. It performs IPSec, SSL/TLS, bulk AES/3DES/SHA, public-key, and random-number operations in hardware, offloading the e500 cores for data-plane traffic. Use it for VPN termination, secure storage, and encrypted SAN gateways.
What is the best NXP equivalent for the MPC8572EPXAULE in the same package?
There is no same-package drop-in NXP equivalent because the 1023-ball FCBGA layout is specific to the MPC8572E silicon. Closest same-family options include the MPC8572ECPXAULE and MPC8572ECVXAULE, but they share the same package and are functionally compatible - verify firmware boot, JTAG ID, and security revision before treating them as substitutes.

Données de référence d'ingénierie pour MPC8572EPXAULE — comparaison, recommandations de conception et informations de conformité.

Guide de sélection

Choose the MPC8572EPXAULE when you need a long-lifecycle, dual-core NXP PowerQUICC III communications SoC in a 1023-ball FCBGA package, with integrated DDR2/DDR3 + ECC controller, four Gigabit Ethernet MACs, dual PCI Express + Serial RapidIO, and hardware SEC engine for crypto offload. Pick the MPC8572ECPXAULE for a second-source same-family variant, or MPC8572ECVXAULE for an errata-clean revision. Avoid earlier PowerQUICC III variants (MPC8548, MPC8536) - they use different packages (783/676-ball FCPBGA) and are NOT drop-in compatible. For new designs requiring > 2 cores or ARM Cortex cores, migrate to NXP QorIQ Layerscape LS1/LS2 parts instead, but plan for PCB re-spin and firmware re-development.

Comparaison avec les alternatives

Paramètre Ce produit MPC8572ECPXAULE MPC8572ECVXAULE MPC8572EPXAVNE
Package 1023-FCPBGA (33x33 mm) 1023-FCPBGA (33x33 mm) - same 1023-FCPBGA (33x33 mm) - same 1023-FCPBGA (33x33 mm) - same
Brand NXP Semiconductors NXP Semiconductors NXP Semiconductors NXP Semiconductors
Core / Cores 2x PowerPC e500 2x PowerPC e500 - same 2x PowerPC e500 - same 2x PowerPC e500 - same
Max Core Frequency 1.333 GHz 1.333 GHz - same 1.333 GHz - same 1.333 GHz - same
L2 Cache 1 MB shared 1 MB shared - same 1 MB shared - same 1 MB shared - same
Memory Controller DDR2/DDR3 + ECC DDR2/DDR3 + ECC - same DDR2/DDR3 + ECC - same DDR2/DDR3 + ECC - same
Gigabit Ethernet MACs 4 4 - same 4 - same 4 - same
PCI Express Lanes 2 interfaces 2 - same 2 - same 2 - same
Security Engine Integrated SEC Integrated SEC - same Integrated SEC - same Integrated SEC - same
Operating Temperature 0 °C to +105 °C 0 °C to +105 °C - same 0 °C to +105 °C - same Extended - verify exact spec

Principaux différenciateurs

  • Only 1023-FCPBGA member with default factory silicon revision (vs MPC8572ECPXAULE / MPC8572ECVXAULE)
  • Integrated Security Engine (SEC) for crypto offload (vs MPC8572PXAULE (non-E))
  • Dual e500 cores with shared 1 MB L2 cache (vs Single-core PowerQUICC III (MPC8536))

Notes de conception

The MPC8572EPXAULE can dissipate tens of watts at 1.333 GHz under full dual-core load with active SerDes. Place a heatsink rated for the chassis airflow profile, and provide at least 4 PCB layers with continuous ground plane beneath the BGA. Verify junction temperature with on-die thermal diode and NXP-supplied calibration data; aim for < 95 °C Tj in worst-case corner.

Use a 33x33 mm land pattern matching the 1023-ball FCBGA (1 mm pitch per NXP package drawing). Escape traces on outer layers through via-in-pad is recommended for signal integrity; co-routing SerDes lanes requires matched-length, 90 Ω differential impedance, and continuous reference planes. Follow NXP's MPC8572 hardware design guide for DDR3 and SerDes routing rules.

Decouple the MPC8572EPXAULE with a stack of bulk + ceramic capacitors near each power rail (core VDD, DDR PHY VDD, SerDes AVDD, PLL AVDD). Use an NXP-recommended power sequencing controller to enforce core-before-I/O ramp-up. Add a soft-start circuit on the upstream DC-DC to limit inrush current during boot.

Do not assume the MPC8572EPXAULE is drop-in compatible with earlier PowerQUICC III parts (MPC8548 uses 783-FCPBGA, MPC8536 uses 676-FCPBGA). Verify boot ROM configuration against the silicon revision (R2.2.1) and check JTAG/CCSR defaults after each reset. The 'E' suffix is required for the SEC engine - non-E variants do not include crypto acceleration.

Informations de conformité

RoHS
Unknown
REACH
Unknown
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
Sans plomb
No
Sans halogène
Unknown
Minerais de conflit
Compliant

Solder finish per part suffix 'LE' indicates SnPb (leaded) - the part is NOT lead-free per the verified supplier listing. RoHS/REACH status not explicitly stated in the verified web data and marked unknown.

Données vérifiées le : 2026-10-17 — données vérifiées et sélectionnées par l'équipe d'ingénierie composants de XAIPART

Recherches associées

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Composants & termes associés

NXP Semiconductors MPC8572EPXAULE MPC8572ECPXAULE MPC8572ECVXAULE MPC8572EPXAVNE PowerQUICC III PowerPC e500 System-on-Chip Multicore MPU DDR3 SDRAM PCI Express Serial RapidIO Gigabit Ethernet SEC (Security Engine) IPSec SSL/TLS FCBGA FCPBGA-1023 FCPBGA-1023 package CoreNet fabric RoHS REACH Telco / NEBS Industrial networking AEC-Q100 (not applicable)
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