MPC862PZQ66B - 66MHz PowerQUICC MPU, 357-PBGA | NXP Semiconductors
MPN: MPC862PZQ66B ✗ End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $108.23 | $108.23 |
| 10 | $96.5 | $965.00 |
| 100 | $84.2 | $8,420.00 |
| 500 | $72.4 | $36,200.00 |
| 1,000 | $62.1 | $62,100.00 |
MPC862PZQ66B Overview
A PowerQUICC (a portmanteau of PowerPC plus QUICC, where QUICC stands for Quad Integrated Communications Controller) is a category of embedded PowerPC microprocessors that pair a general-purpose CPU with a dedicated RISC-based communications processor. This dual-processor architecture offloads serial protocol handling (Ethernet, HDLC, ATM, UART, I2C, SPI) from the main CPU, enabling wire-speed data plane performance without over-provisioning the host core. Within the power management hierarchy, the MPU sits above voltage regulators and below the system-level integration logic.
Key specifications include a 66 MHz maximum core frequency, 3.3 V typical I/O supply voltage, a 32-bit data path, and packaging compatible with industrial-grade operating ranges. The device is supplied in tray form, ships in a 357-ball PBGA (25 x 25 mm) footprint, and is qualified to NXP's standard product specifications for embedded networking applications.
Architecturally, the MPC862PZQ66B couples a PowerPC core with the CPM, a separate RISC engine for serial channel management. This split allows the host CPU to run control-plane stacks while the CPM executes bit-level protocol work, achieving wire-rate multi-channel performance that single-core MPUs cannot match at the same clock. Memory interfaces support DRAM, SRAM, and Flash via a 32-bit system bus.
Typical applications include ISDN terminal adapters, DSL access multiplexers, router control planes, industrial protocol bridges, and legacy telecom line cards. The integrated CPM makes it especially well-suited to multi-protocol serial aggregation where a smaller MCU plus discrete PHY would otherwise require additional glue logic.
When designing with this device, allocate adequate PCB area for the 357-ball PBGA - the 1.27 mm (or finer) pitch requires 4-layer or higher stack-ups with microvia capability. Decouple the 3.3 V core/IO rails with bulk plus high-frequency ceramics within 5 mm of the ball array, and follow NXP's routing rules for the system bus to avoid signal-integrity violations on parallel memory interfaces.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives from the same MPC8xx family, and practical design notes not consolidated in the manufacturer datasheet.
Drop-in alternatives for MPC862PZQ66B — 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 MPC862PZQ66B (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Package / Case, Core Architecture, RoHS Status, Operating Temperature, Processor Type.
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MPC862PZQ66B Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Manufacturer | NXP Semiconductors |
| Processor Type | MPC8xx PowerQUICC 32-Bit MPU |
| Number of Cores | 1 |
| Core Architecture | PowerPC + CPM (QUICC) |
| Data Bus Width | 32-bit |
| Maximum Clock Speed | 66 MHz |
| Operating Supply Voltage | 3.3 V |
| Package / Case | 357-BBGA (PBGA, 25 x 25 mm) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Packaging | Tray |
| Lead Free Status | Contains Lead |
| RoHS Status | Non-compliant per third-party listing (Contains Pb) |
| Terminal Form | Ball |
| Number of Terminals | 357 |
| Package Code | BGA (PBGA) |
| Series | MPC8xx PowerQUICC |
| Temperature Grade | Other (per data sheet) |
MPC862PZQ66B Pin Configuration
| Pin A1 | BALL-A1 — Per datasheet ball-map; assigned function (power, GND, address, data, control, or I/O) varies by coordinate - consult manufacturer datasheet |
| Pin B5 | BALL-B5 — Per datasheet ball-map; assigned function varies - consult manufacturer datasheet |
| Pin C10 | BALL-C10 — Per datasheet ball-map; assigned function varies - consult manufacturer datasheet |
| Pin D14 | BALL-D14 — Per datasheet ball-map; assigned function varies - consult manufacturer datasheet |
| Pin G18 | BALL-G18 — Per datasheet ball-map; assigned function varies - consult manufacturer datasheet |
| Pin K20 | BALL-K20 — Per datasheet ball-map; assigned function varies - consult manufacturer datasheet |
| Pin M23 | BALL-M23 — Per datasheet ball-map; assigned function varies - consult manufacturer datasheet |
| Pin P25 | BALL-P25 — Per datasheet ball-map; assigned function varies - consult manufacturer datasheet |
| Pin AA19 | BALL-AA19 — Per datasheet ball-map; assigned function varies - consult manufacturer datasheet |
| Pin AD15 | BALL-AD15 — Per datasheet ball-map; assigned function varies - consult manufacturer datasheet |
| Pin AF10 | BALL-AF10 — Per datasheet ball-map; assigned function varies - consult manufacturer datasheet |
| Pin AJ4 | BALL-AJ4 — Per datasheet ball-map; assigned function varies - consult manufacturer datasheet |
Typical Applications
MPC862PZQ66B is suitable for 6 applications: ISDN Terminal Adapters, DSL Access Multiplexers (DSLAMs), Industrial Protocol Bridges, Legacy Router Control Plane, Telecom Line Card Aggregation, Embedded Networking Reference Platform.
ISDN Terminal Adapters
The MPC862PZQ66B's integrated CPM handles up to four HDLC channels simultaneously, which is exactly what an ISDN terminal adapter needs to terminate the BRI signaling and bridge it to Ethernet. Operating at 66 MHz with 32-bit PowerPC performance, the host CPU runs the management and configuration stack while the CPM offloads bit-level framing, freeing the main core for protocol translation. The 357-PBGA package dissipates roughly 3 to 4 W at full CPM activity, which is manageable on a 4-layer PCB with thermal vias. Compared to a discrete MCU plus external UART, the integrated CPM reduces BOM cost by 20 to 30 percent in ISDN bridge designs.
Recommended
DSL Access Multiplexers (DSLAMs)
In DSLAM line cards, the MPC862PZQ66B aggregates ATM and HDLC traffic from many DSL ports and forwards it to an uplink. Its CPM can manage multiple serial channels per device, allowing a single MPC862 to terminate dozens of subscriber lines while the PowerPC core runs the bridging table and the ATM SAR. The 66 MHz host clock is sufficient for control-plane tasks; wire-speed data never touches the host CPU. Replacing MPC862 with the MPC866PCVR100A doubles throughput for next-generation VDSL deployments without a PCB change because both share the 357-PBGA (25x25) footprint.
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Industrial Protocol Bridges
Industrial protocol bridges (Modbus, Profibus, serial-to-Ethernet gateways) benefit from the MPC862PZQ66B's multi-protocol CPM, which supports UART, SPI, and HDLC on the same chip. At 66 MHz the PowerPC core easily handles the bridge's TCP/IP stack while the CPM services the fieldbus side. The 3.3 V supply matches typical industrial backplane rails, and the 357-PBGA gives enough I/O for eight or more serial ports via external transceivers. For long-life industrial deployments, designers should verify lead-free status with the manufacturer because the MPC862 part numbers in this generation are typically non-RoHS.
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Legacy Router Control Plane
The MPC862PZQ66B was a popular control-plane processor in enterprise routers of the early 2000s, and many of those routers are still in service today. Its 32-bit PowerPC core runs routing daemons and SNMP while the CPM handles T1/E1 and Ethernet MAC interfaces. The 357-PBGA package fits in the standard router mainboard footprint, so field replacements can use a stock part without mechanical rework. The obsolete lifecycle status is acceptable for maintaining legacy systems but indicates a migration to QorIQ-class processors is needed for new designs.
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Telecom Line Card Aggregation
Legacy telecom line cards aggregate multiple T1, E1, or V.35 channels into a single backplane interface, and the MPC862PZQ66B's CPM is purpose-built for exactly that fan-in task. Each of its serial channels can run independently at different protocols, so one MPC862 replaces what would otherwise be four or five discrete UARTs or HDLC controllers. At 66 MHz the host CPU has plenty of headroom for channelized diagnostics, and the 32-bit system bus sustains backplane throughput without stalls. Power consumption stays in the 3 to 5 W range under full load with all CPM channels active.
Recommended
Embedded Networking Reference Platform
Engineers building new embedded networking reference platforms historically used the MPC862PZQ66B as a stepping stone between smaller 8-bit microcontrollers and full PowerPC system-on-chips. The integrated CPM provides a complete multi-protocol serial stack with deterministic latency, while the host CPU exposes a familiar 32-bit programming model. The 357-PBGA package has well-documented layout examples in NXP application notes, simplifying the PCB bring-up. Modern reference platforms should evaluate the QorIQ P1010 as a RoHS-compliant replacement with similar CPM-like offload and better toolchain support.
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Engineering reference data for MPC862PZQ66B — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | MPC860DPZQ66D4 | MPC860TZQ66D4 | MPC860TCZQ66D4 | MPC860TVR50D4 | MPC866PCVR100A |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Package | 357-PBGA (25x25) | 357-PBGA (25x25) - same | 357-PBGA (25x25) - same | 357-PBGA (25x25) - same | 357-PBGA (25x25) - same | 357-PBGA (25x25) - same |
| Maximum Clock Speed | 66 MHz | 66 MHz | 66 MHz | 66 MHz | 50 MHz (-24%) | 100 MHz (+52%) |
| Core Family | MPC862 PowerQUICC | MPC860 PowerQUICC | MPC860 PowerQUICC | MPC860 PowerQUICC | MPC860 PowerQUICC | MPC866 PowerQUICC |
| Data Bus Width | 32-bit | 32-bit | 32-bit | 32-bit | 32-bit | 32-bit |
| Operating Supply Voltage | 3.3 V | 3.3 V | 3.3 V | 3.3 V | 3.3 V | 3.3 V |
| Number of Balls | 357 | 357 | 357 | 357 | 357 | 357 |
| Lead Free Status | Contains Lead (non-RoHS) | Contains Lead (non-RoHS) | Contains Lead (non-RoHS) | Contains Lead (non-RoHS) | Contains Lead (non-RoHS) | Contains Lead (non-RoHS) |
| CPM Channel Count | Higher (MPC862 expanded) | MPC860 standard | MPC860 reduced | MPC860 standard | MPC860 standard | MPC866 expanded + Ethernet MACs |
Key Differentiators
- Higher CPM channel count than MPC860 family (vs MPC860DPZQ66D4)
- Mature 66 MHz industrial footprint (vs MPC866PCVR100A)
- Long-standing distribution stock (vs MPC860TVR50D4)
Design Notes
Estimated: at 66 MHz with all CPM channels active the MPC862PZQ66B typically dissipates 3 to 5 W. For a 357-PBGA (25x25) thermal pad design, follow NXP application note AN2126 - use a 50 x 50 mm copper pad on the top layer stitched to inner ground planes with a 1.2 mm via array on a 1.5 mm pitch to keep the junction under 100 C at 25 C ambient. Without thermal vias, expect a 30 to 40 C junction temperature rise.
The 357-ball PBGA (25x25) requires a 4-layer or higher PCB stack-up with 0.8 mm pitch or finer via structures. Use a high-performance PCB house that supports laser-drilled microvias (typical 0.1 mm finished hole) and ENIG or immersion-silver pad finish for the BGA land pattern. Keep the breakout fanout on the top layer only and route differential pairs (Ethernet RMII/MII, TDM) with 100 ohm differential impedance per NXP MPC8xx hardware-design notes.
Estimated: common pitfalls include (1) leaving the CPM interrupt vector registers in default state after boot - failure to remap the CPM interrupt to the correct priority causes silent packet loss; (2) using 3.3 V tolerant SDRAM without series resistors - ringing on the system bus can exceed the 3.3 V absolute-max; (3) ignoring the JTAG boundary-scan requirement on board bring-up - the MPC862 will not enumerate internal buses unless JTAG is properly terminated. Also verify the boot-strap configuration pins before each board revision; incorrect HRESET pull-ups are the most common field failure.
Compliance Information
Listed by DigChip as 'Contains Lead / RoHS non-compliant'; REACH and conflict-mineral data not provided in verified web data and marked unknown. AEC-Q100 not applicable - this is an industrial/networking MPU, not an automotive-grade part.
