P3041NSE1NNB - QorIQ Quad-Core PowerPC 1.333GHz 1295-FCBGA | NXP
MPN: P3041NSE1NNB ✗ End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $245 | $245.00 |
| 10 | $228.5 | $2,285.00 |
| 100 | $212.75 | $21,275.00 |
| 500 | $198 | $99,000.00 |
| 1,000 | $184.5 | $184,500.00 |
P3041NSE1NNB Overview
What is a QorIQ communications processor? QorIQ is NXP's family of Power Architecture-based multicore processors designed for networking, industrial, and aerospace applications where deterministic performance, packet processing, and integrated I/O matter more than raw clock speed. The P3041 belongs to the P3 sub-family, an optimized quad-core tier that inherits architectural features from the higher-tier P4 platform while reducing power and cost - effectively delivering P4-class integration at lower thermal and bill-of-materials budgets.
Key features of the P3041NSE1NNB include four e500mc cores with 32-bit datapath, integrated SEC 4.2 security accelerator for encryption and IPsec offload, dual DDR3/DDR3L memory controllers with ECC support, multiple 10 Gigabit and Gigabit Ethernet MACs, PCIe Gen2 controllers, and enhanced peripheral interfaces including USB, SATA, and SDHC. The device supports hardware virtualization and various QoS features for low-latency packet processing.
Technically, the P3041 combines a coherent crossbar fabric interconnecting cores, caches, and platform blocks with a high-bandwidth memory subsystem and SerDes-based I/O. The 1.333 GHz frequency, combined with per-core 32 KB I-cache and 32 KB D-cache plus a shared platform cache, delivers sustained performance for routing, security, and control-plane workloads. The 0-105C extended temperature range supports industrial and rugged environments.
Typical applications include enterprise and edge routers, network switches, industrial control and automation gateways, secure communication platforms, and aerospace/defense packet processing. The integrated SEC engine and DDR3L support make it particularly well-suited for IPsec/IPv6 firewalls, VPN concentrators, and LTE infrastructure nodes.
Design considerations include careful FCBGA PCB layout with matched-impedance SerDes routing, a robust thermal solution at higher ambient temperatures, and BGA socket or board-stacked assembly for prototyping. SEC features must be enabled in firmware; encrypted part numbers follow NXP's secure provisioning model.
This page synthesizes distributor availability, drop-in same-family NXP part variants, and practical PCB/thermal design guidance not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone.
Drop-in alternatives for P3041NSE1NNB — 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 P3041NSE1NNB (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Operating Temperature, Package, Ethernet, Memory Controller, Maximum Core Frequency.
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View Datasheet →P3041NSE1NNB Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Architecture | PowerPC e500mc (RISC, 32-Bit) |
| Number of Cores | 4 |
| Core Frequency (Max) | 1.333 GHz |
| Bus Width | 32-Bit |
| Package Type | FCBGA-1295 (Flip-Chip BGA) |
| Package Dimensions | 37.5 mm x 37.5 mm x 3.53 mm, 1 mm pitch |
| Series | QorIQ P3 |
| Security Co-Processor | SEC 4.2 |
| Memory Controllers | DDR3 / DDR3L with ECC |
| Ethernet | Multiple 10 Gigabit and Gigabit MACs |
| PCIe | PCIe Gen2 controllers |
| Operating Temperature | 0C to +105C |
| Lead Free | Yes |
| RoHS Compliance | Compliant (per package marking) |
| Lifecycle Status | Obsolete (NXP) |
| Graphics Acceleration | No |
| Ordering Code | P3041 0-105C Encrypted 1333MHz r1.1 |
P3041NSE1NNB 37.5 mm x 37.5 mm x 3.53 mm, 1 mm pitch Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for P3041NSE1NNB (37.5 mm x 37.5 mm x 3.53 mm, 1 mm pitch 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 P3041NSE1NNB.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
P3041NSE1NNB is suitable for 7 applications: Enterprise and Edge Routers, Network Security and VPN Appliances, Industrial Control and Automation Gateways, LTE and Cellular Infrastructure Nodes, Aerospace and Defense Packet Processing, Multi-Protocol Industrial Switch Platforms, Storage Controllers and RAID Accelerator Nodes.
Enterprise and Edge Routers
The P3041NSE1NNB fits enterprise and edge router applications because its four e500mc cores at 1.333 GHz, integrated SEC 4.2 engine, and multiple 10 Gigabit/Gigabit Ethernet MACs deliver deterministic packet throughput without external co-processors. Compared with generic ARM SoCs, the PowerPC coherence fabric maintains cache ordering across cores, which is critical for routing table lookups and control-plane workloads. The DDR3L controller with ECC sustains large routing tables, and the 1295-ball FCBGA exposes all SerDes lanes needed for two 10G plus four 1G ports. Routers using this part typically hit line-rate 10G forwarding with IPsec offload to the SEC engine.
Recommended
Network Security and VPN Appliances
For IPsec VPN concentrators and firewalls, the P3041NSE1NNB's SEC 4.2 engine offloads AES, 3DES, SHA-1/256, and IPsec at line rate while the four e500mc cores handle policy enforcement and management plane. The processor's coherent memory subsystem and ECC-protected DDR3L allow secure boot and hardware-rooted key storage. When programmed with the NXP SDK reference firmware, typical platforms achieve multi-gigabit IPsec throughput. The 0C to +105C operating range supports outdoor cabinets and ruggedized appliance enclosures.
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Industrial Control and Automation Gateways
Industrial protocol gateways use the P3041NSE1NNB where deterministic performance and rich connectivity matter more than user-facing graphics. Four e500mc cores independently run Modbus/TCP, EtherNet/IP, OPC-UA, and PROFINET stacks while the on-chip USB, SATA, and PCIe connect storage and expansion. The integrated 1.333 GHz fabric, ECC memory, and 0C to +105C thermal envelope suit panel-mount and DIN-rail gateways in factory floors. Hardware virtualization primitives allow isolated runtime domains for safety and non-safety code.
Recommended
LTE and Cellular Infrastructure Nodes
Small-cell and LTE eNodeB baseband processing benefit from the P3041NSE1NNB's coherent quad-core Power Architecture and high-bandwidth SerDes links. The 10 Gigabit Ethernet MACs backhaul L1/L2 throughput while PCIe Gen2 links connect baseband accelerator cards. DDR3L ECC memory maintains bit-error immunity required in 24/7 telecom deployments. Reference designs from NXP pair the P3041 with DSP/LTE co-processors through the available Aurora or sRIO interfaces.
Recommended
Aerospace and Defense Packet Processing
The P3041NSE1NNB's rugged thermal range, deterministic PowerPC architecture, and hardware cryptographic acceleration support defense packet routers, avionics gateways, and military communications switches. The FCBGA package withstands the high-vibration environments when board-staked with appropriate solder staking, and its extended temperature grade has been used in Mil/Aero variants. ECC memory protects against single-event upsets in flight applications, and hardware virtualization supports RTOS and GPOS separation required in mixed-criticality systems.
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Multi-Protocol Industrial Switch Platforms
Layer-2/3 managed industrial switches leverage the P3041NSE1NNB to run management software, ACL classification, and PTP time synchronization concurrently with packet forwarding. The on-chip 10 Gigabit MACs enable ring-topology or stacking uplinks, while the SEC engine authenticates management plane traffic. Hardware queues feed the crossbar fabric, allowing determinism comparable to dedicated switch ASICs at moderate port counts. Reference platforms ship with NXP SDK 2.0+ and the VxWorks or Linux kernels including PTPd.
Recommended
Storage Controllers and RAID Accelerator Nodes
Entry SAN nodes use the P3041NSE1NNB as a control-plane processor for RAID acceleration, ZFS metadata handling, or NAS authentication. The on-chip PCIe Gen2 links and SATA controllers connect disk shelves, while SEC 4.2 accelerates encrypted volumes. The coherent memory subsystem provides the cache-coherent DMA needed for kernel-accelerated storage stacks. Board designers typically pair two 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports for SMB/NFS iSCSI targets and use the remaining SerDes for storage fabrics.
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Engineering reference data for P3041NSE1NNB — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | P3041NXE1NNB | P3041NXN1NNB | P3041NSE1MMB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Package | FCBGA-1295 (NNB) | FCBGA-1295 (NNB) - same | FCBGA-1295 (NNB) - same | FCBGA-1295 (MMB) - pin layout diff |
| Cores | 4 x e500mc | 4 x e500mc | 4 x e500mc | 4 x e500mc |
| Core Frequency | 1.333 GHz | 1.333 GHz | 1.333 GHz | 1.333 GHz |
| Operating Temperature | 0C to +105C | -40C to +105C | 0C to +105C | 0C to +105C |
| Memory Controller | DDR3 / DDR3L with ECC | DDR3 / DDR3L with ECC | DDR3 / DDR3L with ECC | DDR3 / DDR3L with ECC |
| Security Engine | SEC 4.2 | SEC 4.2 | SEC 4.2 | SEC 4.2 |
| Lifecycle Status | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete |
Key Differentiators
- Best price/performance for encrypted routing workloads at 0-105C (vs P3041NXE1NNB)
- Wide NXP ecosystem tooling (vs P3041NXN1NNB)
Design Notes
The 1295-ball FCBGA package at 37.5 x 37.5 mm and 1 mm pitch requires a heatsink plus thermal interface material for any sustained load above 8 W. Estimated: TDP of the P3041NSE1NNB at 1.333 GHz is approximately 12-15 W; theta_JA on a 4-layer PCB with no airflow is approximately 8-10 C/W, so a 7-8 C/W heatsink is recommended for hot enclosures.
Use a 12- to 14-layer PCB with dedicated ground planes beneath the BGA footprint and matched-length SerDes trace routing. Each 10G SerDes lane target impedance is 100 ohm differential with length matching within 0.127 mm. The FCBGA-NNB package must be socketed or board-stacked on the carrier; do not hand-rework once reflowed.
Always validate that the P3041NSE1NNB's SEC 4.2 firmware/SDK version aligns with your Linux or VxWorks BSP. Mixing firmware revisions across the NNB package variants can break SEC engine context saves. Secure boot fuses must be programmed before deployment since NXP does not re-issue encrypted units once provisioned.
Differential pair pairs for Ethernet and SerDes should be routed over an unbroken reference plane with no splits. Recommended via pattern: 0.1 mm (4 mil) laser-drilled microvias in a 0.4 mm staggered BGA escape pattern. Decoupling: 1 x 220 uF bulk + 10 x 22 uF + 30 x 100 nF low-ESL ceramics on the power rails, within 5 mm of the BGA.
DDR3L with ECC at 1333 MT/s requires CA, DQ, and DQS matched within 12 ps in the longest-versus-shortest delta. Use IBIS-AMI simulations for the DDR controller with 240 ohm termination on differential clock. The DDR3L VTT must be a dedicated 0.675 V low-noise LDO feeding the 100-ohm resistor divider.
Compliance Information
Lead-free FCBGA-NNB package marked RoHS-compliant. AEC-Q100 not applicable (industrial/networking product). Compliance verified against NXP package marking and DigiKey listing.
