MPC860TCVR50D4 - 50MHz 32-Bit PowerQUICC MPU | NXP
MPN: MPC860TCVR50D4 ✗ End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $0 | $0.00 |
| 10 | $0 | $0.00 |
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| 500 | $0 | $0.00 |
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MPC860TCVR50D4 Overview
The MPC860 belongs to the PowerQUICC processor family, combining a RISC-oriented embedded processor core with communications-oriented peripherals in one integrated device. This category of processor is used when a system needs more control, memory access, and protocol flexibility than a small microcontroller provides, while retaining a dedicated communications architecture. The part is therefore positioned between basic microcontrollers and higher-end application processors for embedded infrastructure, control, and gateway equipment.
Key verified attributes include a 50 MHz operating speed, 32-bit processor architecture, 0.32 micrometer process information listed in distributor data, and a 357-BBGA package. The available product records identify the part as an MPC8xx PowerQUICC processor and state that NXP describes it as delivering higher performance, greater integration, and lower power consumption than traditional architectures. Those statements are manufacturer descriptions, not independent benchmark results, and should be validated against the complete datasheet and application requirements.
Typical design contexts include communications controllers, networking equipment, protocol conversion systems, embedded routers, gateways, and industrial communications platforms. The integrated processor and peripheral approach reduces the need for separate interface logic when the firmware is designed around the MPC860 architecture. Buyers should confirm memory interfaces, peripheral availability, electrical limits, package ball assignments, and software support against the specific product revision before committing to a design.
A critical procurement consideration is lifecycle status. The NXP product page labels this part as End of Life, so new production availability should not be assumed. Engineers should check authorized distributor inventory, last-time-buy status, and any approved sourcing routes. For a replacement, require a detailed pin, electrical, firmware, and timing review rather than relying only on a distributor similarity label.
This page consolidates verified distributor and manufacturer information, identifies package and sourcing risks, and separates confirmed values from parameters that still require datasheet confirmation for production design and procurement.
Drop-in alternatives for MPC860TCVR50D4 — 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 MPC860TCVR50D4 (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Core Architecture, Package, Process Technology, Series, Processor Type.
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MPC860TCVR50D4 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Processor Type | MPC8xx PowerQUICC 32-bit microprocessor |
| Core Count | 1 core |
| Processor Architecture | RISC, 32-bit |
| Operating Speed | 50 MHz |
| Supply Voltage | 3.3 V |
| Process Technology | 0.32 micrometer |
| Package | 357-pin PBGA, 25 x 25 mm |
| Package Type | 357-BBGA |
| Mounting Type | Surface mount |
| Packaging | Tray |
| Lead-Free Status | Lead free |
| RoHS Status | RoHS compliant |
| Application Category | Communications and networking controllers |
MPC860TCVR50D4 357-bbga Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for MPC860TCVR50D4 (357-bbga 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 MPC860TCVR50D4.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
MPC860TCVR50D4 is suitable for 6 applications: Communications Controllers, Networking Gateways, Protocol Conversion Systems, Embedded Routers, Industrial Communications Equipment, Embedded Control Platforms.
Communications Controllers
The MPC860TCVR50D4 is designed for communications and networking controller applications, as stated by NXP. Its 32-bit RISC PowerQUICC architecture and 50 MHz operating speed provide a platform for embedded protocol handling, control, and communications-oriented peripheral integration. In a controller design, the processor can coordinate buffers, interfaces, and system state while the communications peripherals handle device-specific traffic. The verified data confirms 3.3 V operation and a 357-pin PBGA package, but memory, interface, and timing details must be verified before architecture release. Because the part is End of Life, it is most appropriate for maintaining an existing qualified product or a procurement-approved legacy design.
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Networking Gateways
A gateway product can use the MPC860TCVR50D4 as a dedicated communications and control processor when the system needs a 32-bit RISC architecture, 50 MHz execution, and integrated PowerQUICC functionality. The part is associated by NXP with communications and networking controllers, making it relevant to protocol conversion, routing, and embedded gateway control. The 3.3 V supply requirement and 357-pin PBGA package must be included in power and layout planning. Before selecting it for a new gateway, verify the required memory configuration, peripheral interfaces, environmental range, and software support against the official datasheet. Its end-of-life status favors lifecycle-controlled legacy maintenance rather than unrestricted new-product adoption.
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Protocol Conversion Systems
Protocol conversion systems often require deterministic control, multiple peripheral functions, and a processor capable of handling communication tasks outside a small microcontroller footprint. The MPC860TCVR50D4 is a 32-bit, single-core, 50 MHz PowerQUICC processor positioned for communications and networking controllers, so it can serve as a legacy platform for protocol translation, framing, routing, or supervisory control. The verified package data identifies 357-BBGA in a 25 x 25 mm footprint and 3.3 V operation. Firmware and hardware compatibility must be validated carefully because the supplied sources do not expose memory sizes, interface maps, or complete timing limits. Lifecycle purchasing and long-term obsolescence planning are essential.
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Embedded Routers
The MPC860TCVR50D4 can fit an embedded-router or industrial-routing platform where a communications-focused processor is preferred over a general-purpose application processor. Its verified 50 MHz, 32-bit RISC configuration and PowerQUICC positioning support embedded packet handling and system-control tasks in legacy equipment. A router design must still account for the 357-pin PBGA assembly, 3.3 V supply, external memory requirements, and the complete set of communications interfaces. The verified snippets do not specify those interface details, so engineers should consult the official MPC860 documentation and reference designs. Because NXP labels the part End of Life, existing deployments should document sourcing and thermal assumptions for long-term maintenance.
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Industrial Communications Equipment
Industrial communications equipment often depends on deterministic embedded control and long-lived hardware support rather than maximum processor performance. The MPC860TCVR50D4's 32-bit PowerQUICC architecture, 50 MHz speed, and communications-controller positioning make it a plausible fit for legacy industrial controllers, remote gateways, and protocol interfaces. Its 3.3 V requirement and 357-pin PBGA package simplify identification but do not reduce the need for careful electrical and thermal design. The product is end-of-life, so new industrial deployments should include an approved lifecycle review and alternative strategy. For installed equipment, use authorized distribution and documented inspection criteria to preserve supply continuity and reduce counterfeit-risk exposure.
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Embedded Control Platforms
The MPC860TCVR50D4 can serve as the central embedded controller in communications-oriented equipment that needs more processing capability than a small MCU while retaining a mature RISC architecture. Its single-core, 32-bit, 50 MHz configuration is suited to supervisory control, device management, and protocol-processing tasks when the application already depends on the MPC860 software ecosystem. The available data confirms 3.3 V operation, 0.32 micrometer process information, and tray-packaged 357-BBGA construction. It does not provide operating temperature, memory, or interface details, so all production decisions should reference the official manufacturer documentation. The End of Life designation makes this primarily a legacy-maintenance choice unless a formal sourcing exception is approved.
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Engineering reference data for MPC860TCVR50D4 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | MPC860ENCVR50D4 | MPC860TCVQ50D4 | MPC860TZQ50D4 | MPC860TVR50D4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Processor Type | MPC8xx PowerQUICC 32-bit MPU | MPC8xx 32-bit MPU; same class in supplied comparison data | MPC860 50 MHz 357-pin BGA candidate | Related MPC860 50 MHz 357-pin BGA candidate | Related MPC860 50 MHz 357-pin BGA candidate |
| Operating Speed | 50 MHz | 50 MHz in supplied comparison data | 50 MHz in supplied comparison data | 50 MHz in supplied comparison data | 50 MHz in supplied comparison data |
| Package | 357-pin PBGA, 25 x 25 mm | 357-BBGA; same package class in supplied data | 357-pin BGA; same package class in supplied data | 357-pin BGA; same package class in supplied data | 357-pin BGA; same package class in supplied data |
Key Differentiators
- Verified 50 MHz operation in the MPC8xx PowerQUICC class (vs MPC860ENCVR50D4)
- Confirmed 357-pin PBGA package identity (vs MPC860TCVQ50D4)
- Single-core 32-bit RISC positioning (vs MPC860TZQ50D4)
- 3.3 V supply and lead-free packaging information (vs MPC860TVR50D4)
- Explicit end-of-life procurement status (vs MPC860ENCVR50D4)
Design Notes
Use the official NXP 357-pin PBGA land pattern and package drawing. The verified package is 25 x 25 mm, but the supplied data does not include the complete 357-ball map, stack-up, or land-pattern details. Do not derive the footprint from a generic 357-BBGA library. Confirm ball assignments, power and ground distribution, escape routing, assembly process, and inspection requirements before layout release.
Design the 3.3 V supply and sequencing around the exact electrical limits in the official MPC860 datasheet. The verified distributor data confirms a 3.3 V nominal supply but does not state tolerance, current, ramp limits, or power consumption. Check core and I/O supply requirements, decoupling recommendations, power-up behavior, and reset timing before selecting regulators or capacitors. Treat the 3.3 V label as incomplete power-design data.
Do not assume that a related MPC860 suffix is a drop-in replacement. The supplied cross-reference results show several 357-BBGA, 50 MHz MPC860 candidates, but they do not provide full electrical, ballout, timing, memory, or software equivalence. Compare the manufacturer ordering table and current datasheet, then review temperature grade, qualification, package markings, firmware assumptions, and peripheral mappings before substituting any candidate.
Plan thermal validation for the 357-pin PBGA during both design and obsolescence management. The verified data confirms tray packaging and the package dimensions but does not provide thermal resistance, maximum power dissipation, or ambient limits. Use the official electrical data and NXP application guidance to estimate junction temperature and determine whether copper, thermal vias, forced air, or a heatsink is required. Mark any calculations as estimates until validated with the actual board and enclosure.
Because NXP labels the MPC860TCVR50D4 End of Life, avoid treating a distributor listing as proof of long-term availability. Request lot traceability, date code, condition, authorized-source confirmation, and a written stock commitment. For maintenance programs, document approved alternative parts and test procedures so a future substitution does not bypass firmware, hardware, or manufacturing validation.
Compliance Information
The verified distributor specification lists RoHS Compliant and Lead Free status. The supplied data does not establish REACH, halogen-free, AEC-Q100, or conflict-minerals status. The component is an industrial communications microprocessor, so AEC-Q100 is not treated as applicable based on the supplied information.
