LM3S8930-EQC50 Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (Quad Flat Packages) In Stock
LM3S8930-EQC50 is a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M3 microcontroller in a QFP package by Texas Instruments targeting industrial applications. It integrates CAN controller, Ethernet MAC, and multiple peripherals running up to 50 MHz. Available from stock worldwide at competitive pricing.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
- Quad Flat Packages
- Pin Count
- 100
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- LM3S8930-EQC50 Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 32-bit ARM Cortex-M3 core running up to 50 MHz providing high-throughput processing for industrial control and communications applications
- Integrated CAN 2.0 controller and Ethernet MAC enabling multi-protocol industrial networking without external controller ICs
- QFP package with extended industrial temperature range for reliable operation in harsh environments up to 85°C
- Rich peripheral set including multiple UART, SPI, and I2C interfaces plus on-chip ADC for comprehensive sensor and bus integration
Applications
LM3S8930-EQC50 is designed for industrial automation and networked control systems requiring Ethernet and CAN connectivity in a single 32-bit MCU. It serves as the central controller in factory automation nodes, building management panels, and motor-drive systems where 50 MHz ARM Cortex-M3 processing handles both fieldbus communication and real-time control loops simultaneously. The device is also used in energy metering gateways and SCADA remote terminal units that aggregate sensor data over CAN and transmit it upstream via Ethernet.
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for LM3S8930-EQC50:
RISC Microcontroller, 32-Bit, FLASH, CORTEX-M3 CPU, 50MHz, CMOS, PQFP100
Frequently Asked Questions
What processor core and clock speed does LM3S8930-EQC50 offer for industrial real-time control?
LM3S8930-EQC50 features a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M3 core clocked at up to 50 MHz, delivering deterministic interrupt latency and sufficient processing bandwidth for real-time PID control loops, fieldbus protocol stacks, and simultaneous Ethernet and CAN communication management in industrial automation equipment.
How does the integrated CAN controller in LM3S8930-EQC50 simplify factory automation node designs?
The integrated CAN 2.0 controller in LM3S8930-EQC50 eliminates the need for an external MCP2515 or SJA1000 CAN controller IC, reducing BOM component count by at least 1 chip and simplifying PCB routing. Factory automation nodes can connect directly to a 1 Mbit/s CAN bus while the ARM Cortex-M3 core handles message filtering, timestamping, and protocol stack processing at 50 MHz without off-chip bus arbitration overhead.
For industrial applications requiring long product lifecycles, what temperature range does LM3S8930-EQC50 support?
LM3S8930-EQC50 is specified for extended industrial temperature operation, supporting ambient temperatures from -40°C to 85°C, which covers harsh factory floor environments, outdoor enclosures, and transportation control systems. The QFP package thermal performance supports continuous operation at these extremes with proper heatspreading and thermal design in the application PCB.
When should an engineer choose LM3S8930-EQC50 over a simpler 8-bit MCU in an industrial gateway design?
LM3S8930-EQC50 is the better choice when the gateway must run a TCP/IP stack over Ethernet while simultaneously managing a CAN 2.0 bus at 1 Mbit/s, because 8-bit MCUs lack the memory bus width and 50 MHz processing throughput to handle dual-protocol stacks with acceptable latency. The 32-bit Cortex-M3 architecture also supports RTOS task scheduling with 8 or more concurrent threads, which is impractical on 8-bit cores with limited RAM and 8-bit ALU operations.
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