Model No: ATSAMA5D36A-CU
Microchip Technology ATSAMA5D36A-CU
Manufacturer: Microchip Technology
SEMICON NO.: ATSAMA5D36A-CU
Package: 324-LFBGA
Stock: In stock
Description: MPU ARM Cortex-A5 SAMA5D3 32-bit 536MHz
SEMICON NO.: ATSAMA5D36A-CU
Package: 324-LFBGA
Stock: In stock
Description: MPU ARM Cortex-A5 SAMA5D3 32-bit 536MHz
Quantity :
| Mfr | Microchip Technology |
| Product Family | SAMA5D3 Series |
| Device Type | 32-bit MPU |
| Core Processor | ARM Cortex-A5 |
| Core Size | 32-bit Single Core |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 536 MHz |
| Cache Memory | 32 KB Instruction / 32 KB Data Cache |
| On-Chip RAM | 128 KB |
| On-Chip ROM | 160 KB |
| System Clock | Up to 166 MHz |
| Serial Interfaces | UART, USART, SPI, I2C, SSC, MMC/SD/SDIO |
| General Purpose I/O (GPIO) | Up to 160 programmable I/Os |
| Timer | 2x |
| Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) | 12x 12-bit channels |
| Supply Voltage (Core) | 1.08 V to 1.32 V |
| I/O Voltage | 1.2V, 1.8V, 3.3V |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
| Package | 324-LFBGA |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Compliance | RoHS Compliant |
ATSAMA5D36A-CU ARM Cortex-A5 MPU
The ATSAMA5D36A-CU is a high-performance, low-power ARM Cortex-A5 based microprocessor unit (MPU) from Microchip Technology, designed for embedded Linux and real-time applications. It features a single ARM Cortex-A5 core operating at up to 536 MHz, integrated with 128 KB of L2 cache, and a rich set of peripherals including a graphics LCD controller, Gigabit Ethernet, dual CAN-FD, and multiple serial interfaces. Manufactured in a 324-ball LFBGA package, it offers a comprehensive solution for advanced human-machine interface (HMI) and connectivity-driven embedded systems.
The ATSAMA5D36A-CU is a high-performance, low-power ARM Cortex-A5 based microprocessor unit (MPU) from Microchip Technology, designed for embedded Linux and real-time applications. It features a single ARM Cortex-A5 core operating at up to 536 MHz, integrated with 128 KB of L2 cache, and a rich set of peripherals including a graphics LCD controller, Gigabit Ethernet, dual CAN-FD, and multiple serial interfaces. Manufactured in a 324-ball LFBGA package, it offers a comprehensive solution for advanced human-machine interface (HMI) and connectivity-driven embedded systems.
Key Features and Highlights
● High-Performance Cortex-A5 Core: Delivers efficient processing at up to 536 MHz with NEON™ media processing engine and a floating-point unit (FPU), balancing performance and power consumption for complex embedded applications.
● Advanced Multimedia and Display: Integrates a graphics LCD controller supporting resolutions up to WXGA (1280x800) with 24-bit color, along with a 2D graphics accelerator and camera interface, enabling rich graphical user interfaces.
● Robust Connectivity Suite: Includes a 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet MAC with IEEE 1588 support, dual CAN-FD controllers, multiple USARTs, SPIs, I2Cs, and USB 2.0 Host/Device/OTG ports, providing extensive communication options.
● Low-Power Management: Features multiple power-saving modes, including backup and ultra-low-power modes, allowing for significant power reduction during idle or standby periods, which is critical for battery-operated or energy-conscious devices.
● High-Performance Cortex-A5 Core: Delivers efficient processing at up to 536 MHz with NEON™ media processing engine and a floating-point unit (FPU), balancing performance and power consumption for complex embedded applications.
● Advanced Multimedia and Display: Integrates a graphics LCD controller supporting resolutions up to WXGA (1280x800) with 24-bit color, along with a 2D graphics accelerator and camera interface, enabling rich graphical user interfaces.
● Robust Connectivity Suite: Includes a 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet MAC with IEEE 1588 support, dual CAN-FD controllers, multiple USARTs, SPIs, I2Cs, and USB 2.0 Host/Device/OTG ports, providing extensive communication options.
● Low-Power Management: Features multiple power-saving modes, including backup and ultra-low-power modes, allowing for significant power reduction during idle or standby periods, which is critical for battery-operated or energy-conscious devices.
Application Scenarios
● Industrial HMIs and Control Panels: Used in factory automation touchscreens, PLC interfaces, and industrial gateways requiring graphical displays, network connectivity, and real-time control.
● IoT Gateways and Edge Devices: Serves as the central processor in smart home hubs, building automation controllers, and agricultural sensor gateways that aggregate data and connect to cloud services.
● Medical and Healthcare Devices: Powers portable diagnostic equipment, patient monitoring systems, and medical displays where reliable performance, connectivity, and graphical output are essential.
● Automotive Telematics and Infotainment: Applicable in aftermarket telematics units, fleet management devices, and entry-level infotainment systems requiring CAN-FD, Ethernet, and display capabilities.
● Industrial HMIs and Control Panels: Used in factory automation touchscreens, PLC interfaces, and industrial gateways requiring graphical displays, network connectivity, and real-time control.
● IoT Gateways and Edge Devices: Serves as the central processor in smart home hubs, building automation controllers, and agricultural sensor gateways that aggregate data and connect to cloud services.
● Medical and Healthcare Devices: Powers portable diagnostic equipment, patient monitoring systems, and medical displays where reliable performance, connectivity, and graphical output are essential.
● Automotive Telematics and Infotainment: Applicable in aftermarket telematics units, fleet management devices, and entry-level infotainment systems requiring CAN-FD, Ethernet, and display capabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q1: What are the key differences between the ATSAMA5D36A and other chips in the SAMA5D3 series (e.g., ATSAMA5D35A)?
A: The ATSAMA5D36A is a feature-rich variant that includes a graphics LCD controller and a 2D graphics accelerator. The D36A also offers dual CAN-FD controllers, whereas the D35A has none. Both share the same Cortex-A5 core, memory interfaces, and many other peripherals.
Q2: What operating systems are supported by the ATSAMA5D36A-CU?
A: It is fully supported by mainline Linux distributions (via kernel and U-Boot), along with real-time operating systems (RTOS) like FreeRTOS.
Q1: What are the key differences between the ATSAMA5D36A and other chips in the SAMA5D3 series (e.g., ATSAMA5D35A)?
A: The ATSAMA5D36A is a feature-rich variant that includes a graphics LCD controller and a 2D graphics accelerator. The D36A also offers dual CAN-FD controllers, whereas the D35A has none. Both share the same Cortex-A5 core, memory interfaces, and many other peripherals.
Q2: What operating systems are supported by the ATSAMA5D36A-CU?
A: It is fully supported by mainline Linux distributions (via kernel and U-Boot), along with real-time operating systems (RTOS) like FreeRTOS.
Compatible Alternative MPU List
● ATSAMA5D35A-CU: A member of the same SAMA5D3 family from Microchip, featuring the same core and similar peripherals but without the integrated graphics LCD controller and dual CAN-FD, suitable for cost-sensitive applications without display needs.
● ATSAMA5D31A-CU: Another variant in the series that includes a single CAN-FD controller and the graphics LCD controller, positioning it between the D35A and D36A in terms of features and connectivity.
● i.MX 6ULL from NXP: A popular ARM Cortex-A7 based MPU offering similar performance, low-power characteristics, and a rich set of peripherals including display and connectivity options, serving as a competitive alternative in the market.
● ATSAMA5D35A-CU: A member of the same SAMA5D3 family from Microchip, featuring the same core and similar peripherals but without the integrated graphics LCD controller and dual CAN-FD, suitable for cost-sensitive applications without display needs.
● ATSAMA5D31A-CU: Another variant in the series that includes a single CAN-FD controller and the graphics LCD controller, positioning it between the D35A and D36A in terms of features and connectivity.
● i.MX 6ULL from NXP: A popular ARM Cortex-A7 based MPU offering similar performance, low-power characteristics, and a rich set of peripherals including display and connectivity options, serving as a competitive alternative in the market.
