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AM3359ZCZD72
Texas Instruments
IC MPU SITARA 720MHZ 324NFBGA
2168 Pcs New Original In Stock
ARM® Cortex®-A8 Microprocessor IC Sitara™ 1 Core, 32-Bit 720MHz 324-NFBGA (15x15)
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AM3359ZCZD72
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AM3359ZCZD72-DGManufacturer
Texas Instruments
AM3359ZCZD72
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IC MPU SITARA 720MHZ 324NFBGAInventory
2168 Pcs New Original In Stock
ARM® Cortex®-A8 Microprocessor IC Sitara™ 1 Core, 32-Bit 720MHz 324-NFBGA (15x15)
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AM3359ZCZD72 Technical Specifications
Category
Embedded, Microprocessors
Packaging
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Series
Sitara™
Product Status
Obsolete
Core Processor
ARM® Cortex®-A8
Number of Cores/Bus Width
1 Core, 32-Bit
Speed
720MHz
Co-Processors/DSP
Multimedia; NEON™ SIMD
RAM Controllers
LPDDR, DDR2, DDR3, DDR3L
Graphics Acceleration
Yes
Display & Interface Controllers
LCD, Touchscreen
Ethernet
10/100/1000Mbps (2)
SATA
-
USB
USB 2.0 + PHY (2)
Voltage - I/O
1.8V, 3.3V
Operating Temperature
-40°C ~ 90°C (TJ)
Security Features
Cryptography, Random Number Generator
Mounting Type
Surface Mount
Package / Case
324-LFBGA
Supplier Device Package
324-NFBGA (15x15)
Additional Interfaces
CAN, I2C, McASP, McSPI, MMC/SD/SDIO, UART
Base Product Number
AM3359
Datasheet & Documents
HTML Datasheet
AM3359ZCZD72-DG
Environmental & Export Classification
RoHS Status
ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)
3 (168 Hours)
REACH Status
REACH Unaffected
ECCN
5A002A1 TI
HTSUS
8542.31.0001
Additional Information
Other Names
296-36078-5
AM3359ZCZD72-DG
Standard Package
126
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can the AM3359ZCZD72 be used as a drop-in replacement for the AM3354BZCZD80 in an existing industrial control design, and what are the key risks to evaluate before making the swap?
The AM3359ZCZD72 is not a direct drop-in replacement for the AM3354BZCZD80 despite both being part of the Sitara™ AM335x family. While they share the same 324-NFBGA package and many peripherals, the AM3359ZCZD72 runs at 720MHz versus 800MHz on the AM3354BZCZD80, which may affect timing-sensitive applications. Additionally, the AM3359ZCZD72 includes enhanced security features (e.g., cryptographic accelerators and RNG) that may require firmware changes if security functionality is leveraged. Power consumption profiles also differ slightly due to clock speed and feature set, so thermal and power budget validation is essential. Most critically, the AM3359ZCZD72 is marked obsolete, meaning long-term supply risk is high—designing it into new production is not recommended. Always verify pin compatibility, boot configuration, and DDR memory controller settings before substitution.
What design constraints should I consider when using the AM3359ZCZD72 in a high-reliability automotive application near its upper temperature limit of 90°C?
When deploying the AM3359ZCZD72 near its maximum junction temperature of 90°C in automotive environments, thermal management becomes critical. The 324-NFBGA package has limited thermal dissipation capability, so a robust PCB thermal design—including thermal vias under the package, copper pours, and possible heatsinking—is required to avoid thermal throttling or premature failure. Operating at elevated temperatures accelerates electromigration and reduces long-term reliability, especially under continuous load. Additionally, ensure your power supply can maintain stable 1.8V and 3.3V rails under thermal stress, as voltage droop can cause functional failures. Given the AM3359ZCZD72’s obsolete status, sourcing replacement units in the future may be difficult, increasing lifecycle risk for automotive programs requiring 10+ year availability. Consider qualifying a non-obsolete alternative like the AM3358BZCZA80 for new designs.
How does the memory subsystem of the AM3359ZCZD72 compare to newer Sitara processors like the AM62x series, and what integration challenges might arise when migrating legacy firmware?
The AM3359ZCZD72 supports LPDDR, DDR2, DDR3, and DDR3L controllers with a 16-bit data bus, while newer AM62x processors use DDR4/LPDDR4 with 32-bit interfaces and higher bandwidth. Migrating firmware from the AM3359ZCZD72 to an AM62x requires significant changes to the memory initialization code, device tree configurations, and potentially the OS memory manager due to differences in PHY training algorithms and timing parameters. The AM3359ZCZD72’s ARM Cortex-A8 core also lacks the cache coherency and virtualization features of the Cortex-A53 in the AM62x, complicating software porting. Furthermore, the AM3359ZCZD72’s dual-port Gigabit Ethernet uses a different MAC/PHY interface scheme than the AM62x’s integrated PRU-ICSS, requiring driver rewrites. These architectural gaps mean a direct firmware migration is impractical—expect a full BSP redevelopment effort.
Is it safe to design a new medical device around the AM3359ZCZD72 given its obsolete status and MSL 3 moisture sensitivity rating?
Designing a new medical device around the AM3359ZCZD72 carries significant supply chain and manufacturing risks. Its obsolete status means Texas Instruments no longer manufactures it, and future availability depends on remaining distributor stock, which introduces counterfeiting and quality control concerns. Medical devices typically require 7–10 years of component availability, making the AM3359ZCZD72 unsuitable for new designs. Additionally, its Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) 3 rating requires strict handling: boards must be baked if exposed to ambient conditions >168 hours and assembled within a controlled dry environment to prevent popcorning during reflow. This adds cost and complexity to manufacturing. For compliance and longevity, consider active alternatives like the AM3358BZCZA80 or transition to the AM64x series, which offer similar peripherals with full medical-grade support and longer lifecycles.
What are the real-world trade-offs when using the AM3359ZCZD72’s integrated PRU-ICSS for real-time industrial communication protocols like EtherCAT or PROFINET instead of an external FPGA?
Using the AM3359ZCZD72’s Programmable Real-Time Units (PRU-ICSS) for industrial protocols like EtherCAT or PROFINET eliminates the need for an external FPGA, reducing BOM cost and board space. However, the PRU-ICSS runs at 200MHz and has limited instruction memory (8KB per PRU), which restricts protocol complexity and timing precision compared to a dedicated FPGA. Achieving deterministic sub-microsecond response times requires careful firmware optimization and may limit support for advanced features like distributed clocks in EtherCAT. Additionally, debugging PRU code is more challenging than HDL-based FPGA designs, increasing development time. While the AM3359ZCZD72 can meet basic Class A PROFINET or EtherCAT slave requirements, high-performance or safety-certified applications may still require an external FPGA. Always validate protocol conformance with a certified stack and consider long-term maintenance, especially since the AM3359ZCZD72 is obsolete and community support is declining.
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