AM3358BZCE60 - Sitara ARM Cortex-A8 MPU 600MHz | TI
MPN: AM3358BZCE60 ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $18.5 | $18.50 |
| 10 | $17.2 | $172.00 |
| 100 | $15.95 | $1,595.00 |
| 500 | $14.4 | $7,200.00 |
| 1,000 | $13.1 | $13,100.00 |
AM3358BZCE60 Overview
A microprocessor is an integrated circuit that contains one or more CPU cores along with caches, memory controllers, and on-chip peripherals, forming a complete system-on-chip (SoC) for embedded computing. The Sitara family occupies the mid-tier of TI's industrial-grade ARM processors, sitting above the Cortex-M based TM4C and below the Cortex-A9/A15 based OMAP and Jacinto families in terms of performance and integration. AM335x devices are differentiated from Cortex-M microcontrollers by their ability to run high-level operating systems such as Linux and Android.
Key features of the AM3358BZCE60 include the ARM Cortex-A8 core with NEON SIMD engine, 32KB L1 instruction cache, 32KB L1 data cache, and 256KB L2 cache; an integrated 3D graphics accelerator supporting OpenGL ES 1.1/2.0; dual 32-bit PRU cores delivering deterministic real-time I/O; on-chip DDR3/LPDDR/LPDDR2/DDR2 memory controller; two industrial Gigabit Ethernet MACs (one with 2-port switch); USB 2.0 with PHY; CAN, SPI, I2C, UART, McASP, and eCAP peripherals. The device targets industrial communication protocols including EtherCAT, PROFIBUS, and PROFINET.
Architecturally, the AM3358 pairs a single-issue, in-order Cortex-A8 with hardware graphics and a programmable real-time subsystem. The PRU-ICSS provides cycle-accurate I/O handling independent of the ARM core, enabling industrial protocol stack offload and low-latency fieldbus operation without burdening the HLOS. The ZCE NFBGA package is the lowest-cost AM3358 variant.
Typical applications include industrial programmable logic controllers (PLL/PLC), human-machine interfaces (HMI), industrial gateways, barcode scanners, portable data terminals, automated test equipment, and consumer/educational embedded platforms such as the BeagleBone Black. The wide peripheral set also supports point-of-sale terminals and medical patient-monitoring equipment.
When designing with this device, follow TI's PowerVR SGX530 driver support, ensure proper DDR3 PCB layout with controlled-impedance routing, and verify industrial protocol firmware availability for the target protocol. The ZCE package has a thermal pad that requires adequate PCB copper for heat dissipation.
Drop-in alternatives for AM3358BZCE60 — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
Variants in this series
Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with AM3358BZCE60 (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Operating Temperature Range, Package, USB.
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AM3358BZCE60 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Architecture | ARM Cortex-A8 |
| Core Count | 1 |
| Data Width | 32-bit |
| Maximum CPU Frequency | 600 MHz |
| L1 Instruction Cache | 32 KB |
| L1 Data Cache | 32 KB |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB |
| Graphics Accelerator | POWERVR SGX530 |
| PRU-ICSS | 2x 32-bit PRU cores |
| Memory Controller | DDR3, DDR2, LPDDR, LPDDR2 |
| Ethernet | 2x 10/100/1000 MAC (one with 2-port switch) |
| USB | USB 2.0 with integrated PHY |
| Package | 298-ball NFBGA (ZCE) 13x13 mm |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40C to +105C (industrial) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
AM3358BZCE60 298-ball nfbga (zce) 13x13 mm Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for AM3358BZCE60 (298-ball nfbga (zce) 13x13 mm package). This digital IC includes GPIO, communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C), and power pins. Refer to the manufacturer datasheet for alternate pin functions and configuration options. Essential for embedded system design and PCB layout.
No detailed pinout data available for AM3358BZCE60.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
AM3358BZCE60 is suitable for 7 applications: Industrial PLC / Programmable Logic Controller, Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Display, Industrial Gateway / Protocol Converter, Portable Data Terminal / Barcode Scanner, BeagleBone Black / Educational Platform, Point-of-Sale (POS) Terminal, Medical Patient Monitor.
Industrial PLC / Programmable Logic Controller
The AM3358BZCE60 fits industrial PLC designs because its dual PRU-ICSS cores deliver cycle-accurate I/O handling for EtherCAT slave, PROFINET, and PROFIBUS protocols offloaded from the ARM core, while the 600 MHz Cortex-A8 runs the HLOS control logic and ladder-logic runtime. The 2x Gigabit Ethernet MAC with integrated 2-port switch enables daisy-chained industrial network topologies. Its industrial -40C to +105C temperature grade supports cabinet-mounted installations without additional thermal conditioning.
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Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Display
The AM3358BZCE60's POWERVR SGX530 3D graphics accelerator supports OpenGL ES 2.0 rendering at up to 25M triangles/sec, enabling smooth 3D HMI animations and dynamic graphical dashboards. The integrated LCD controller drives WSVGA (1024x600) panels without an external graphics chip, reducing BOM cost. The 600 MHz Cortex-A8 runs Linux or Android HMI stacks with low latency. The 298-ball NFBGA package enables compact HMI module designs.
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Industrial Gateway / Protocol Converter
The AM3358BZCE60 is well-suited to industrial gateway designs because it combines dual Gigabit Ethernet MACs (one with a 2-port switch) for WAN/LAN connectivity with the dual PRU-ICSS cores for fieldbus protocol termination. The 600 MHz Cortex-A8 can run protocol-conversion middleware (e.g., node-RED, MQTT brokers, OPC UA servers) on Linux. The industrial -40C to +105C temperature range supports DIN-rail cabinet installations with no active cooling.
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Portable Data Terminal / Barcode Scanner
The AM3358BZCE60's 600 MHz ARM Cortex-A8 plus Linux support enables full barcode-decoding and inventory-management applications on a battery-powered handheld form factor. Dynamic frequency scaling via cpufreq extends battery life when the unit is idle, while the PRU-ICSS provides deterministic GPIO timing for trigger-button debouncing and scanner-pulse control. USB 2.0 with integrated PHY connects directly to barcode scanner modules without external transceivers.
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BeagleBone Black / Educational Platform
The AM3358BZCE60 (in ZCE 298-ball NFBGA) is the processor powering the popular BeagleBone Black open-source development board, making it a reference platform for educational and prototyping use. The 600 MHz Cortex-A8 runs Debian, Ubuntu, and other Linux distributions with extensive community support. Cape add-on boards expand functionality through standardized headers. The open hardware design and active software ecosystem accelerate developer learning curves.
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Point-of-Sale (POS) Terminal
The AM3358BZCE60 fits POS terminal designs because its Cortex-A8 with POWERVR SGX530 graphics accelerates touchscreen UI rendering for retail checkout workflows. The integrated USB 2.0 with PHY connects directly to barcode readers, cash drawers, and receipt printers without external hub ICs. The dual Ethernet MAC supports networked POS topologies. Linux-based POS stacks such as those based on Chromium or Electron run efficiently on the 600 MHz core.
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Medical Patient Monitor
The AM3358BZCE60's industrial temperature range and HLOS support make it suitable for medical patient monitoring equipment such as bedside vital-signs displays. The Cortex-A8 with NEON SIMD accelerates real-time signal processing of ECG, SpO2, and respiration waveforms. The POWERVR SGX530 renders high-resolution waveforms and trend graphs on LCD panels. USB and Ethernet interfaces connect to central monitoring stations for HL7 data export.
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Engineering reference data for AM3358BZCE60 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | AM3358BZCZA80 | AM3358BZCZD60 | AM3357BZCZD60 | AM3354BZCZD60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 298-ball NFBGA (ZCE) 13x13 mm | 298-ball NFBGA (ZCE) 13x13 mm | 298-ball NFBGA (ZCE) 13x13 mm | 298-ball NFBGA (ZCE) 13x13 mm | 298-ball NFBGA (ZCE) 13x13 mm |
| Brand | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments |
| Maximum CPU Frequency | 600 MHz | 800 MHz | 600 MHz | 600 MHz | 600 MHz |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +105C (industrial) | 0C to 90C (extended commercial) | -40C to +105C (industrial) | -40C to +105C (industrial) | -40C to +105C (industrial) |
| 3D Graphics Accelerator | POWERVR SGX530 | POWERVR SGX530 | POWERVR SGX530 | None | None (2D only) |
| PRU-ICSS Cores | 2x 32-bit PRU | 2x 32-bit PRU | 2x 32-bit PRU | 1x 32-bit PRU | 0 (no PRU-ICSS) |
| Lifecycle Status | Active | Active | Active | Active | Active |
| EtherCAT/PROFINET Support | Yes (via PRU-ICSS) | Yes (via PRU-ICSS) | Yes (via PRU-ICSS) | Limited (single PRU) | No |
Key Differentiators
- Dual PRU-ICSS for industrial communication (vs AM3354BZCZD60)
- POWERVR SGX530 3D graphics accelerator (vs AM3357BZCZD60)
- Industrial -40C to +105C temperature grade (vs AM3358BZCZA80)
- Full Sitara feature set with 600 MHz industrial temp (vs AM3352BZCZD60)
Design Notes
The ZCE 298-ball NFBGA package exposes a thermal pad that must be soldered to a PCB thermal land connected to the inner/ground plane via an array of thermal vias (typically 0.3 mm pitch, 0.5 mm drill). For continuous 600 MHz operation at industrial temperatures, follow TI's AM335x Hardware Design Guide for thermal via density recommendations. Without adequate PCB thermal dissipation, junction temperature can exceed 105C under full load in enclosed enclosures.
DDR3/LPDDR2 routing to the AM3358BZCE60 requires strict impedance-controlled traces (50 ohm single-ended, 100 ohm differential for DDR3) with matched trace lengths per byte lane. Reference TI's AM335x Hardware Design Guide for trace spacing, length-matching tolerance, and decoupling capacitor placement. Use at least 6 layer PCB stack-up with dedicated power and ground planes to meet signal-integrity requirements at 303 MHz DDR clock rates.
The AM3358BZCE60 requires TI's TPS65910A3 power management IC (PMIC) for proper power-up sequencing of the ARM core, DDR memory, and peripheral rails. The PMIC supports DVFS (dynamic voltage and frequency scaling) for power-aware operation under Linux. Bulk decoupling requires 22uF ceramic + 100nF high-frequency decoupling per VDD rail, placed as close as possible to the package balls.
Verify industrial protocol firmware availability before selecting the AM3358 for EtherCAT or PROFIBUS - TI provides certified firmware libraries, but development cost and licensing may apply. Ensure your Linux kernel version supports the specific AM3358 revision (SR1.0, SR2.0, SR2.1) for power-management and PRU features. The ZCE package does not support all AM335x features found in larger ZCZ packages - check the device-specific datasheet sections.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per TI product page. Industrial -40C to +105C temperature grade. Not AEC-Q100 qualified (automotive applications require AEC-Q100 devices such as AM3358-EP).
