MC9328MXLCVP15 - i.MXL ARM9 MPU 150MHz 225-MAPBGA | NXP
MPN: MC9328MXLCVP15 ⚠ Last Time Buy| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $18.5 | $18.50 |
| 10 | $16.2 | $162.00 |
| 100 | $13.95 | $1,395.00 |
| 500 | $11.4 | $5,700.00 |
| 1,000 | $9.75 | $9,750.00 |
MC9328MXLCVP15 Overview
An MPU (Microprocessor Unit) is a CPU-centric SoC that orchestrates system peripherals without integrating user-level flash; the i.MXL sits at the entry of the i.MX application-processor hierarchy, which scales upward to i.MX1, i.MX21, and modern i.MX8. The i.MXL targets cost-sensitive human-machine interfaces where deterministic ARM9 performance, integrated LCD support, and a mature toolchain outweigh the need for Cortex-class DSP or SIMD engines.
Key features of the MC9328MXLCVP15 include a 16 KB instruction cache and 16 KB data cache, a 32-bit SDRAM controller supporting up to 128 MB external memory, integrated LCD controller up to VGA resolution, USB 1.1 full-speed device, and an operating voltage of 1.8 V core with 3.3 V I/O. The 225-ball MAPBGA exposes the full peripheral set including two UARTs, two SPIs, two I2C, and a 16-bit external bus.
Architecturally, the i.MXL pairs an ARM920T Harvard core with a peripheral bus matrix that lets DMA and the LCD controller operate in parallel with CPU fetches, eliminating most video-tearing artefacts. The 150 MHz clock is generated internally from an external crystal, and the integrated phase-locked loop supplies both the core and the peripheral domains. This architecture positions the i.MXL between simple ARM7 microcontrollers and more complex Cortex-A8 application processors.
Typical applications include industrial HMI panels, handheld data terminals, GPS personal navigation devices, point-of-sale terminals, and low-cost portable medical instrumentation. Designers choose the i.MXL when a 32-bit MMU-capable core is required at price points that Cortex-M parts cannot meet for multimedia workloads, but Cortex-A silicon is still over-spec.
When designing with the MC9328MXLCVP15, pay close attention to PCB routing of the MAPBGA escape and decoupling of the analog PLL supply. Because the part is now in NXP's End-of-Life pipeline, long-life designs should validate last-time-buy windows against Rochester Electronics inventory or qualified aftermarket stock.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, verified pin-compatible alternatives, and practical design considerations not found in the original Freescale datasheet, giving engineers a one-stop reference for sustaining legacy i.MXL designs.
Drop-in alternatives for MC9328MXLCVP15 — 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 MC9328MXLCVP15 (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Core Architecture, USB Interface, Mounting Type, Package, External Memory Bus.
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MC9328MXLCVP15 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Manufacturer | NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale Semiconductor) |
| Product Family | i.MX Applications Processors - i.MXL |
| Core Architecture | ARM920T (ARM9TDMI with MMU) |
| Core Count | 1 |
| Data Bus Width | 32-bit |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 150 MHz |
| Instruction Cache | 16 KB |
| Data Cache | 16 KB |
| Package | 225-MAPBGA (13x13 mm) |
| Package Code (JESD-30) | S-PBGA-B225 |
| Terminal Form | Ball |
| Number of Terminals | 225 |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Supply Voltage | 1.8 V core / 3.3 V I/O |
| USB Interface | USB 1.1 Full-Speed Device |
| LCD Controller | Integrated, up to VGA resolution |
| External Memory Bus | 32-bit SDRAM, up to 128 MB |
MC9328MXLCVP15 s-pbga-b225 Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for MC9328MXLCVP15 (s-pbga-b225 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 MC9328MXLCVP15.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
MC9328MXLCVP15 is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial HMI Panels, Handheld Data Terminals, GPS Personal Navigation Devices, Point-of-Sale Terminals, Portable Medical Instrumentation, Smart Home Control Panels.
Industrial HMI Panels
The MC9328MXLCVP15's integrated LCD controller (up to VGA) and 150 MHz ARM920T core make it well suited for industrial human-machine interface panels driving TFT or STN displays. With 16 KB instruction and 16 KB data caches plus a 32-bit SDRAM controller, the part streams rendered UI frames without saturating the CPU, which keeps touch response under 50 ms. Engineers typically pair the SoC with a 64 MB SDRAM and an external NAND flash for the OS image. Unlike Cortex-M parts, the i.MXL runs a full MMU-enabled Linux or WinCE stack, enabling rich widget toolkits. The 225-MAPBGA exposes the full external bus needed for character LCDs, keypads, and fieldbus glue logic, all on a single footprint that has been in production for over a decade.
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Handheld Data Terminals
Battery-powered handheld data terminals benefit from the MC9328MXLCVP15's 1.8 V core supply and integrated USB 1.1 device port for cradle charging and data sync. The ARM920T core's MMU lets the device run embedded Linux with a Java VM for barcode-scanning and inventory apps, which Cortex-M parts struggle to host. Its SDRAM controller supports up to 128 MB external memory, enough for a comfortable app workspace and cached map data. The 150 MHz clock is fast enough to process 1D/2D barcode symbologies in firmware without DSP extensions. Power-sensitive designs use the part's clock gating to suspend the CPU between scans, drawing only a few milliwatts in standby.
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GPS Personal Navigation Devices
First-generation GPS personal navigation devices relied on the MC9328MXLCVP15 to render maps and route guidance on a 3.5-inch QVGA TFT. The integrated LCD controller handles the display refresh without CPU intervention while the ARM920T parses map tiles and computes routes. The 32-bit external bus interfaces cleanly to commodity SDRAM and NAND flash, keeping the BoM small. USB 1.1 full-speed device enables map updates from a PC. Compared to a Cortex-M equivalent, the i.MXL provides the MMU needed to host a real embedded Linux stack with POSIX drivers, which speeds time-to-market for navigation middleware.
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Point-of-Sale Terminals
Point-of-sale terminals use the MC9328MXLCVP15 to drive a customer-facing LCD, a magnetic-stripe reader, and a thermal printer interface from a single SoC. The two UARTs handle the printer and the smart-card reader, while the two SPIs drive the LCD and external peripherals. The 32-bit SDRAM controller supports the cash-register application image and encryption buffers. With 150 MHz of ARM9 throughput, the chip can sign EMV transactions in firmware without an external crypto accelerator. The 225-MAPBGA exposes sufficient GPIO for keypad, beeper, and indicator LEDs without an external I/O expander.
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Portable Medical Instrumentation
Portable medical instruments such as pulse oximeters and bedside monitors use the MC9328MXLCVP15 to drive a colour TFT and run the user interface while a separate analog front-end handles sensor conditioning. The integrated LCD controller eliminates an external graphics controller, shrinking the BoM for compact, battery-powered designs. USB 1.1 device mode lets clinicians dock the device for data upload. The ARM920T core provides enough performance to render waveforms at 30 fps with on-the-fly filtering. Although the i.MXL is now End-of-Life, validated designs with FDA-cleared firmware rely on the part for continuity until a full re-qualification.
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Smart Home Control Panels
Wall-mounted smart-home control panels use the MC9328MXLCVP15 to drive a touch-screen interface, run Zigbee/Z-Wave gateway logic on the ARM9 core, and stream audio prompts for voice feedback. The integrated LCD controller and SDRAM interface fit naturally behind a 4-inch capacitive touch panel. The two I2C ports connect to ambient-light and temperature sensors, while the UART serves the wireless module. With Linux on the MMU-enabled ARM920T, developers can reuse Yocto recipes and Qt frameworks. The 225-MAPBGA package gives enough I/O for a future-proof smart-home hub design with multiple wireless radios.
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Engineering reference data for MC9328MXLCVP15 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | MC9328MXLDVP15 | MC9328MXSCVP10R2 | MC9328MXLVF2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 225-MAPBGA (13x13 mm) | 225-MAPBGA (13x13 mm) - same | 225-MAPBGA (13x13 mm) - same | 225-MAPBGA (13x13 mm) - same |
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Core Architecture | ARM920T (ARM9) | ARM920T (ARM9) | ARM920T (ARM9) | ARM920T (ARM9) |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 150 MHz | 150 MHz | 100 MHz | 150 MHz |
| Instruction Cache | 16 KB | 16 KB | 16 KB | 16 KB |
| Data Cache | 16 KB | 16 KB | 16 KB | 16 KB |
| LCD Controller | Integrated (up to VGA) | Integrated (up to VGA) | Integrated (up to VGA) | Integrated (up to VGA) |
| USB Interface | USB 1.1 Full-Speed Device | USB 1.1 Full-Speed Device | USB 1.1 Full-Speed Device | USB 1.1 Full-Speed Device |
| SDRAM Controller | 32-bit, up to 128 MB | 32-bit, up to 128 MB | 32-bit, up to 128 MB | 32-bit, up to 128 MB |
Key Differentiators
- Same 150 MHz ARM9 performance as the legacy MC9328MXLDVP15 (vs MC9328MXLDVP15)
- Higher clock speed vs the cost-reduced MC9328MXSCVP10R2 (vs MC9328MXSCVP10R2)
- Integrated LCD controller up to VGA (vs MC9328MXSCVP10R2)
Design Notes
The 225-MAPBGA escape requires a 4-layer PCB minimum with microvia-in-pad or dog-bone fanout to maintain SDRAM signal integrity. Route the 32-bit data bus with matched lengths (delta under 50 mil) and place the SDRAM on the same layer as the SoC with as few vias as possible. Decoupling: 100 nF X7R on every VDD/VSS ball pair plus 4.7 uF bulk near the PLL supply pin (AVDD). Estimated: at 150 MHz, the part draws roughly 250 mA core + 80 mA I/O, so plan for a 1.8 V LDO with at least 500 mA headroom.
Estimated: at 150 MHz with USB active and LCD refresh running, total power dissipation is approximately 0.6 W (1.8 V x 250 mA core + 3.3 V x 80 mA I/O). The 225-MAPBGA theta_JA is typically 30-35 C/W on a 4-layer JEDEC test board, yielding a 20 C rise above ambient at full load. No heatsink is required for typical HMI enclosures, but keep the SoC away from heat-generating power components and provide adequate copper pour on inner layers for spreading.
Do not confuse the MC9328MXLCVP15 with the MC9328MXLVF2 or MXSCVP10R2 - the latter runs at 100 MHz and will reduce system throughput by 33%. Always confirm boot mode strapping resistors at power-up; the i.MXL samples boot source (NAND vs NOR) on reset and an incorrect strapping leaves the part unbootable. Finally, because the part is End-of-Life, validate supply chain authenticity: counterfeits of MAPBGA processors are common in the secondary market.
Compliance Information
Compliance status not explicitly stated in the verified web data for this legacy Freescale/NXP part. The MC9328MXLCVP15 was originally released before RoHS compliance was universal, so lead-free status should be confirmed via lot-specific documentation before use in RoHS-restricted designs.
