MC7448VS1400ND - MPC7448 PowerPC G4 MPU 1.4GHz | NXP
MPN: MC7448VS1400ND ⚠ Last Time Buy| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $881.82 | $881.82 |
| 10 | $830 | $8,300.00 |
| 100 | $762.5 | $76,250.00 |
| 500 | $705 | $352,500.00 |
| 1,000 | $650 | $650,000.00 |
MC7448VS1400ND Overview
A microprocessor (MPU) is an integrated circuit that contains the CPU, cache, bus controller and memory management in a single package. The MC7448VS1400ND belongs to the broader PowerPC G4 family, itself a member of the Power Architecture instruction set lineage used in embedded computing, networking and aerospace systems. Within the system hierarchy, the MPU sits above peripherals and below the chassis/board level, providing general-purpose compute and SIMD acceleration to the host platform.
Key features include a 1.4 GHz clock frequency, 1.1 V core supply, a 360-pin FCCLGA ceramic package, 1 MB of on-die L2 cache with ECC support, hardware virtualization hints, and a 60x/MPX coherent bus for multiprocessor topologies. The MPC7448 silicon revision enables 21.3 Dhrystone 2.1 MIPS at 1.4 GHz and incorporates the AltiVec 128-bit vector unit for media and signal-processing workloads.
Typical applications span embedded routers, industrial imaging, defense/aerospace compute modules, single-board computers (SBC), and legacy PowerPC-based VME/cPCI cards where deterministic Power Architecture compute is required. The FCCLGA ceramic package supports the wide industrial and military temperature grades, making the part suitable for harsh-environment deployments.
When designing with this MPU, ensure the platform supplies a clean 1.1 V core rail with adequate decoupling and thermal management for a 21 W-class power envelope. Pair the device with a compatible northbridge and boot firmware that supports the 60x bus protocol; verify the FCCLGA land pattern matches the chosen PCB stackup. This page combines NXP manufacturer data, distributor inventory, drop-in same-family alternatives and practical design notes not present in the standalone datasheet.
Drop-in alternatives for MC7448VS1400ND — 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 MC7448VS1400ND (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Mounting Type, I/O Voltage, Lead Free Status, Maximum Clock Frequency, Operating Temperature.
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MC7448THX1400ND
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MC7448VU1000LD
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MC7448VS1400ND Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Processor Type | MPC74xx PowerPC 32-Bit |
| Core | PowerPC G4 |
| Number of Cores | 1 |
| Data Bus Width | 32-bit |
| Maximum Clock Frequency | 1.4 GHz |
| Core Voltage (Vcc) | 1.1 V |
| Operating Temperature (MAX) | 105 C |
| L2 Cache Size | 1 MB |
| SIMD / Multimedia Engine | AltiVec (128-bit vector unit) |
| System Bus | MPX / 60x |
| Package / Case | 360-FCCLGA (25 x 25 mm) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount (flip-chip land grid array) |
| Process Technology | 90 nm SOI |
| Packaging | Tray |
| Lead Free Status | Lead Free |
| RoHS Status | RoHS Compliant |
| Series | MPC7448 |
MC7448VS1400ND 360-fcclga (25 x 25 mm) Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for MC7448VS1400ND (360-fcclga (25 x 25 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 MC7448VS1400ND.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
MC7448VS1400ND is suitable for 6 applications: Embedded Networking Routers, Single-Board Computers (VME / cPCI), Industrial Imaging and Vision Systems, Defense and Aerospace Compute Modules, Medical Imaging Front-Ends, Industrial Automation Controllers.
Embedded Networking Routers
The MC7448VS1400ND fits embedded router line cards because its MPX/60x coherent bus integrates cleanly with MPC107/MPC8540-class northbridges, while the 1.4 GHz PowerPC G4 core delivers the headroom needed for packet-classification and forwarding pipelines. AltiVec accelerates bulk crypto and IPsec bulk transforms, offloading the CPU by 2-4x versus scalar code paths. The 360-FCCLGA ceramic substrate supports the long-life, NEBS-compliant thermal envelopes typical of central-office routers, where ambient temperatures near 70 C require an MPU rated to 105 C junction. Power is approximately 21 W at 1.4 GHz, so a copper heat spreader and 1 sq-in top-side copper pour are recommended for sustained throughput.
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Single-Board Computers (VME / cPCI)
The MC7448VS1400ND is a well-suited SBC compute element because its 360-FCCLGA package and MPX bus map cleanly to the legacy VME64 and cPCI SBC layouts still used in defense and industrial automation. The 1.4 GHz speed grade and 1 MB L2 cache deliver the deterministic single-thread performance required for real-time control loops, while AltiVec accelerates DSP-style signal-conditioning kernels used in sonar, radar and machine-vision payloads. The 105 C junction rating covers the closed-chassis thermal environment of a typical 6U VME card; pairing the MPU with a discrete LDO for the 1.1 V core rail keeps the switching-noise floor below the part's analog PLL sensitivity.
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Industrial Imaging and Vision Systems
The MC7448VS1400ND's AltiVec 128-bit SIMD engine makes it a strong fit for industrial imaging pipelines that perform per-pixel convolution, color-space conversion, and JPEG/MPEG encode in software. At 1.4 GHz the core sustains roughly 21.3 Dhrystone 2.1 MIPS, and AltiVec boosts image-processing kernels by 4-8x versus scalar execution, allowing line-scan cameras and X-ray imaging front-ends to hit 60 fps without a dedicated DSP. The 1 MB L2 cache absorbs frame-buffer stalls when the MPX bus is busy, and the 360-FCCLGA ceramic package tolerates the 24/7 thermal load of factory-floor vision enclosures where ambient temperatures fluctuate between 5 C and 55 C.
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Defense and Aerospace Compute Modules
The MC7448VS1400ND is a proven fit for defense and aerospace programs that require PowerPC G4 compute in extended-environment modules, including avionics data concentrators and flight-test instrumentation. The FCCLGA ceramic substrate, lead-free RoHS finish, and 105 C junction rating match the mechanical and thermal envelopes of conduction-cooled CCIL/CCIL-style line-replaceable modules. The MPX bus enables deterministic dual-CPU configurations used in primary/standby flight-control pairs, and AltiVec supports sensor-fusion DSP without burdening the host. For high-altitude or naval applications, pair the part with a conformal-coated PCB stack and verify the FCCLGA solder column metallurgy against the program's tin-whisker mitigation plan.
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Medical Imaging Front-Ends
The MC7448VS1400ND supports medical imaging front-ends such as MRI reconstruction pre-processors and CT scanner data acquisition boards, where the AltiVec engine accelerates back-projection kernels and per-voxel convolutions. The 1.4 GHz clock sustains real-time reconstruction for lower-resolution modalities without an FPGA or GPU coprocessor, simplifying FDA-510(k) qualification by reducing the bill of materials. The 1 MB L2 cache and MPX/60x coherent bus also support dual-MPU patient-monitoring topologies. Designers should still validate the deterministic interrupt latency for IEC 60601-1 compliant isolation boundaries and provide a redundant supervisory MCU for safety-class functions.
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Industrial Automation Controllers
The MC7448VS1400ND fits industrial automation controllers running PowerPC-aware real-time operating systems, where the 1.4 GHz PowerPC G4 core and 1 MB L2 cache deliver the deterministic single-thread performance required for PLC scan loops and motion-control algorithms. The MPX/60x bus preserves the legacy MPC8260/MPC8349 software stack, easing migration from older controllers without re-validating firmware, while AltiVec accelerates floating-point trajectory planning. The 360-FCCLGA ceramic package is rated to 105 C and tolerates the vibration profile of a typical cabinet-mounted controller. Pair the MPU with isolated RS-485/Profibus transceivers and a watch-dog supervisor for IEC 61131-3 compliance.
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Engineering reference data for MC7448VS1400ND — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | MC7448THX1400ND | MC7448VU1000LD | MC7447AVU1000LB | MC7447AHX1000LB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Package | 360-FCCLGA (25x25) | 360-FCCLGA (25x25) - same | 360-FCCLGA (25x25) - same | 360-FCCBGA - same pin count | 360-FCCBGA - same pin count |
| Core / Family | PowerPC G4 (MPC7448) | PowerPC G4 (MPC7448) | PowerPC G4 (MPC7448) | PowerPC G4 (MPC7447A) | PowerPC G4 (MPC7447A) |
| Clock Frequency | 1.4 GHz | 1.4 GHz | 1.0 GHz | 1.0 GHz | 1.0 GHz |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 1 MB | 1 MB | 512 KB | 512 KB |
| Core Voltage | 1.1 V | 1.1 V | 1.1 V | 1.3 V | 1.3 V |
| AltiVec Engine | Yes (128-bit) | Yes (128-bit) | Yes (128-bit) | Yes (128-bit) | Yes (128-bit) |
| Operating Temperature (MAX) | 105 C | 105 C | 105 C | 105 C | 105 C |
| Lifecycle Phase | Last Time Buy | Last Time Buy | Last Time Buy | Obsolete | Obsolete |
Key Differentiators
- Highest stock clock speed in the MPC7448 family at 1.4 GHz (vs MC7448VU1000LD)
- 90 nm SOI process vs the older 0.13 micron process in the MPC7447A die (vs MC7447AVU1000LB)
- 1 MB L2 cache versus 512 KB on the MPC7447A predecessors (vs MC7447AHX1000LB)
Design Notes
The MC7448VS1400ND draws roughly 21 W from the 1.1 V core rail at 1.4 GHz. Use a low-impedance LDO or DC-DC converter with a 1% tolerance feedback divider and place at least six 10 uF X5R ceramic bulk capacitors around the FCCLGA perimeter to keep the core supply ripple below 30 mV pk-pk during AltiVec bursts. Verify the DC-DC current rating accounts for the worst-case 130% load-step transient caused by L2 cache line evictions.
The 360-FCCLGA ceramic package exposes the die through the top surface and is rated to 105 C junction. For sustained 1.4 GHz operation, attach a copper heat spreader with thermal interface material (TIM) and provide at least 1 square inch of top-side copper. Estimated: with theta_JA of approximately 12 C/W and a 21 W load, the junction rises about 252 C above ambient; therefore, adequate forced-air cooling or a conduction-cold-plate is mandatory for any deployment above 30 C ambient.
Route the MPX/60x bus as a controlled-impedance differential pair with 50 ohm single-ended / 100 ohm differential impedance, keep trace lengths matched within 25 mils, and place the MPC107 northbridge within 4 inches of the MPU. Provide matched-length address and data buses to avoid MPX bus hold-time violations; break out all 360 FCCLGA balls on a 1.0 mm pitch grid using 0.8 mm micro-vias, and reserve a continuous ground pour beneath the entire MPU footprint for return-current continuity.
Do not assume MPC7447 and MPC7448 firmware is binary-compatible - the MPC7448 silicon revision changes the L2 cache line-replacement policy and the AltiVec context-save opcode. Do not substitute a plastic BGA version of the MPC7448 (if any exist) without re-qualifying the thermal profile, because the FCCLGA ceramic substrate has a much lower theta_JC than a plastic BGA. Finally, verify the part-number suffix matches your temperature grade: 'VS' denotes 0 C to 105 C, while 'THX' denotes -40 C to 105 C.
Compliance Information
RoHS and lead-free status confirmed by DigiKey and Mouser product listings. REACH, halogen-free and conflict-minerals statements were not present in the verified web data and are marked 'unknown'.
