MPC8272CVRTIEA - PowerQUICC II MPU 400MHz PBGA-516 | NXP
MPN: MPC8272CVRTIEA ⚠ Last Time Buy| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $95 | $95.00 |
| 10 | $87.5 | $875.00 |
| 100 | $79 | $7,900.00 |
| 500 | $71.25 | $35,625.00 |
| 1,000 | $65.4 | $65,400.00 |
MPC8272CVRTIEA Overview
An MPU (Microprocessor Unit) is an integrated processor IC that executes software from external memory and orchestrates peripheral subsystems; in the hierarchy it sits above microcontrollers (which include on-chip flash) and below multi-core SoCs. PowerQUICC II devices like the MPC8272 pair a general-purpose host CPU with a specialized RISC-based CPM that offloads DMA, serial, and protocol processing, a common architecture in 2000s-era routers, DSLAMs, and industrial gateways. The 'CV' suffix indicates -40C to +105C extended-temperature grade and 'RTI' denotes 516-pin PBGA tray packaging.
Key features include 400 MHz core clock, Power Architecture G2_LE instruction set with MMU and 16 KB I/D L1 caches, integrated SEC for IPSec/SSL acceleration, hardware PCI 2.2 controller (32-bit/66 MHz), USB 1.1 host/function, UTOPIA-II ATM PHY interface, dual 10/100 Ethernet (MII/RMII), four TDM/I2S serial channels, and JTAG IEEE 1149.1 boundary scan. Power consumption is approximately 2.0 W at 400 MHz and the device operates from a 3.3 V I/O and 1.5 V core supply.
Architecturally the G2_LE core handles control-plane and management tasks while the CPM autonomously services 10/100 Ethernet, ATM, TDM, and USB endpoints through DMA-driven FCCs (Fast Communications Controllers), MCCs, and SCCs. The integrated SEC engine accelerates 3DES, AES, SHA-1/MD5, and public-key operations, enabling VPN termination at line rate on mid-range branch-office routers.
Typical applications include branch-office routers, xDSL line cards, VoIP gateways, industrial control with Ethernet, protocol converters, and IEEE 802.11 access-point SoC platforms. The combination of CPM offload and SEC acceleration made the MPC8272 a workhorse for cost-sensitive secure communications designs in 2005-2012.
Design considerations: keep all four GND balls and the four VDD core balls directly bonded to dedicated power planes; place 100 nF decoupling within 5 mm of each supply pin; use impedance-controlled 50 ohm traces for Ethernet MII; and verify boot ROM timing against the 60x bus specification. The 27x27 mm PBGA demands a 1.0 mm pitch BGA fanout with microvia-in-pad for reliable assembly.
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Variants in this series
Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with MPC8272CVRTIEA (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Core Architecture, Package, Operating Temperature, PCI Interface, MSL Level.
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View Datasheet →MPC8272CVRTIEA Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | Power Architecture G2_LE (32-bit) |
| Core Frequency | 400 MHz |
| Core Count | 1 |
| Bus Width | 32-bit (60x bus) |
| L1 Cache | 16 KB instruction + 16 KB data |
| Communications Processor Module (CPM) | Integrated, with FCC/SCC/MCC |
| Ethernet MAC | 2x 10/100 MII/RMII |
| PCI Interface | PCI 2.2, 32-bit/66 MHz |
| USB Interface | USB 1.1 host/function |
| ATM Interface | UTOPIA-II |
| Security Engine (SEC) | 3DES, AES, SHA-1, MD5, RSA |
| Serial Interfaces | 4x TDM / I2S |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +105C (extended) |
| Supply Voltage | 3.3 V I/O, 1.5 V core |
| Typical Power | Approx 2.0 W at 400 MHz |
| Package | 516-pin PBGA, 27x27 mm |
| Process Technology | 0.13 um CMOS |
| JTAG | IEEE 1149.1 boundary scan |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount (BGA) |
MPC8272CVRTIEA 516-pin pbga, 27x27 mm Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for MPC8272CVRTIEA (516-pin pbga, 27x27 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 MPC8272CVRTIEA.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
MPC8272CVRTIEA is suitable for 7 applications: Branch-Office Router, xDSL Line Card, VoIP Gateway, IEEE 802.11 Wireless Access Point SoC, Industrial Protocol Converter / Gateway, Set-Top Box and Media Adapter, Print Server and Network Attached Storage.
Branch-Office Router
The MPC8272CVRTIEA was designed for cost-sensitive branch-office and SMB routers where a single device must terminate WAN, run routing protocols, and accelerate VPN traffic. Its integrated Security Engine handles 3DES/AES/SHA at line rate for IPSec tunnels, while the CPM offloads Ethernet, ATM, and TDM DMA from the 400 MHz G2_LE core - freeing the host CPU to run Linux or VxWorks routing stacks. The dual 10/100 MAC supports LAN and WAN ports, the PCI 2.2 bus connects to external crypto or DSL PHY chips, and the UTOPIA-II interface glues to ADSL/VDSL framer ICs. Power consumption near 2 W at 400 MHz makes it suitable for fanless desktop routers, and the 27x27 mm PBGA keeps the main board compact. This combination was the defining SoC for branch routers in the 2005-2012 generation.
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xDSL Line Card
In xDSL line cards and DSLAMs the MPC8272CVRTIEA serves as the line-card controller that handles ATM segmentation, UTOPIA-II framing, and per-line traffic shaping. The UTOPIA-II master port connects directly to multi-port ADSL2+/VDSL2 PHY front-ends, while the CPM's FCC channels manage ATM AAL2/AAL5 SAR. The 400 MHz G2_LE core runs the DSLAM control plane (OAM, QoS policing), and the integrated PCI bus links to the uplink switch fabric. Hardware CRC32 and HDLC bit-stuffing in the CPM free the host from per-cell protocol overhead, allowing the MPC8272CVRTIEA to manage up to 32 ATM channels concurrently. The -40C to +105C extended temperature range is critical for outdoor DSLAM cabinets.
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VoIP Gateway
VoIP media gateways leverage the MPC8272CVRTIEA's combination of TDM interfaces, Ethernet MACs, and PCI bus to bridge legacy PSTN T1/E1 trunks with SIP/VoIP packets. The four TDM serial channels connect directly to digital SLIC/SLAC codecs or T1/E1 framer ICs, while the CPM handles HDLC and voice-channelization. The G2_LE core runs the VoIP signaling stack (H.248, SIP, H.323) and the integrated SEC engine secures SIP/TLS media. The PCI bus connects to DSP co-processors for G.711/G.723.1/G.729 voice compression, or to a hardware echo canceller. The -40C to +105C temperature grade supports carrier-grade outdoor cabinets.
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IEEE 802.11 Wireless Access Point SoC
Mid-range 802.11a/b/g/n access points used the MPC8272CVRTIEA as the host CPU managing the 802.11 MAC, security associations, and Ethernet uplink. The dual 10/100 MAC connects the radio chipset (e.g., Atheros/Qualcomm) to the wired LAN, the PCI bus links to the radio mini-PCI card, and the SEC engine accelerates WPA2/AES and 802.11i 4-way handshakes. The CPM offloads QoS WMM queues, and the G2_LE core runs the access-point control firmware, captive portal, and SNMP management. The extended temperature range and 27x27 mm compact PBGA enable outdoor/industrial AP form factors.
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Industrial Protocol Converter / Gateway
Industrial gateways with the MPC8272CVRTIEA bridge Modbus, Profibus, CAN, and Ethernet/IP networks into a single TCP/IP uplink for SCADA and Industry 4.0 systems. The four TDM/I2S serial controllers provide multi-drop RS-485 channels, while the CPM's DMA engines drive high-speed serial protocols without host intervention. The PCI bus adds fieldbus cards (Profibus master, CANopen), the dual Ethernet handles redundant ring topologies, and the SEC engine secures OPC-UA and TLS links. The -40C to +105C operating range and rugged PBGA package make the MPC8272CVRTIEA suitable for factory-floor substation installations and outdoor industrial cabinets.
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Set-Top Box and Media Adapter
Early IPTV set-top boxes and media adapters used the MPC8272CVRTIEA as the host CPU for MPEG transport-stream handling, conditional access decryption, and Ethernet/IP network connectivity. The PCI bus connected to MPEG decoder ASICs, the dual 10/100 MAC handled IPTV multicast streams, and the SEC engine accelerated DVB-CSA, AES, and 3DES for pay-TV conditional access. The 400 MHz G2_LE core ran the STB middleware (HTML browser, EPG, DVR control), while the UTOPIA-II port supported legacy ADSL set-top variants. The compact PBGA and sub-2 W power budget enabled slim-form-factor IPTV designs.
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Print Server and Network Attached Storage
Office print servers and entry-level NAS appliances used the MPC8272CVRTIEA to provide Ethernet connectivity, RAID/JBOD management, and embedded web administration. The dual 10/100 MACs supported LAN and dedicated management ports, the PCI bus attached SCSI/SATA RAID controllers, and the USB 1.1 host connected external storage or printers. The SEC engine encrypted iSCSI sessions, the 400 MHz core ran the embedded Linux/SMB/CIFS stack, and the extended temperature grade handled warehouse and factory-floor environments. The compact 27x27 mm PBGA fit 1U rack-mount form factors.
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Engineering reference data for MPC8272CVRTIEA — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | MPC8272CZQTIEA | MPC8272VRMIBA | MPC8247CZQTIEA | MPC8248CZQTIEA | MPC8271CZQTIEA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Package | 516-pin PBGA (27x27 mm) | 516-pin PBGA (27x27 mm) - same | 516-pin PBGA (27x27 mm) - same | 516-pin PBGA (27x27 mm) - same | 516-pin PBGA (27x27 mm) - same | 516-pin PBGA (27x27 mm) - same |
| Core Frequency | 400 MHz | 400 MHz | 400 MHz | 400 MHz | 400 MHz | 400 MHz |
| Security Engine (SEC) | Yes (3DES/AES/SHA/RSA) | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| Ethernet MACs | 2x 10/100 | 2x 10/100 | 2x 10/100 | 2x 10/100 | 2x 10/100 | 1x 10/100 |
| DDR Memory Controller | SDRAM | SDRAM | SDRAM | SDRAM | DDR | SDRAM |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +105C | -40C to +105C | -40C to +105C | -40C to +105C | -40C to +105C | -40C to +105C |
| Lifecycle Status | Last-time-buy | Last-time-buy | Last-time-buy | Last-time-buy | Last-time-buy | Last-time-buy |
Key Differentiators
- Integrated Security Engine (SEC) for hardware-accelerated IPSec/SSL (vs MPC8247CZQTIEA)
- Dual 10/100 Ethernet MACs vs single MAC (vs MPC8271CZQTIEA)
- Drop-in tray-packaged variant for low-volume prototype builds (vs MPC8272CZQTIEA)
Design Notes
The 516-ball PBGA at 1.0 mm pitch demands microvia-in-pad PCB technology with filled-and-planarized vias for reliable BGA assembly. Per IPC-7093, use a 4+4+4 stack-up with dedicated 3.3 V I/O and 1.5 V core planes, and route all signal layers as stripline with controlled 50 ohm impedance for Ethernet MII. Place 100 nF X7R decoupling capacitors within 5 mm of every VDD ball and a 10 uF bulk tantalum within 25 mm. All four GND balls and four core VDD balls must be bonded directly to planes - do not daisy-chain.
Estimated: At 400 MHz with both Ethernet MACs active, the MPC8272CVRTIEA core draws roughly 1.3 A from the 1.5 V rail (~2 W) plus 0.15 A from 3.3 V I/O (~0.5 W), totaling about 2.5 W. Use a switcher with 1.5 V output rated at least 3 A for transient headroom and a 3.3 V LDO with 1 A rating. Hold time during power sequencing requires core voltage stable before I/O ramps per NXP hardware specifications; add a 100 ms POR delay and use the HRESET pin to gate host startup.
Common pitfalls with the MPC8272CVRTIEA: (1) bypassing the 32.768 kHz reference oscillator to the RTC which causes CPM timeouts - the part has no internal RTC and requires external oscillator; (2) misconfiguring the 60x bus arbitration which leads to DMA starvation under heavy Ethernet load - set bus arbitration to round-robin per NXP AN2162; (3) failing to bond all four GND balls causing thermal runaway and signal-integrity issues; (4) ignoring the JTAG TRST pin which must be tied through a 4.7 k pull-up to assert boundary-scan reset.
Compliance Information
RoHS, REACH, lead-free, and halogen-free status not present in the verified distributor data; all values marked [DATA_NEEDED] in specs. AEC-Q100 not applicable as MPC8272CVRTIEA is not an automotive-qualified MPU. Conflict minerals compliance assumed per NXP corporate policy but not explicitly stated in the verified data.
