VC55GPSZHH Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (BGA) In Stock
VC55GPSZHH is a 40-bit fixed-point digital signal processor by Texas Instruments, operating at up to 20MHz clock frequency with a 16-bit external data bus and boundary scan support, housed in a 179-ball BGA package. Key specs: 40-bit fixed-point DSP, 20MHz max clock, 16-bit external bus, -40°C to +85°C range. Available in stock worldwide.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
- BGA
- Pin Count
- 179
- Lifecycle
- OBSOLETE
- Datasheet
- VC55GPSZHH Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 85.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 40-bit fixed-point digital signal processor optimized for high-precision arithmetic operations
- 20MHz maximum clock frequency with 8-bit address bus and 16-bit external data bus
- Boundary scan (JTAG) support for in-circuit testing and board-level diagnostics
- 179-ball BGA (Microstar) package enabling high pin-count I/O in compact footprint
- Industrial temperature range from -40°C to +85°C for demanding signal processing environments
Applications
The VC55GPSZHH DSP is used in digital signal processing applications such as audio processing, telecommunications baseband filtering, radar signal analysis, and industrial measurement systems requiring high-precision fixed-point arithmetic. Its JTAG boundary scan capability facilitates production testing of complex multi-chip PCB designs where individual IC access would otherwise be difficult.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| YTEOL | 0 |
| Address Bus Width | 8 |
| Barrel Shifter | NO |
| Bit Size | 40 |
| Boundary Scan | YES |
| Clock Frequency-Max | 20MHz |
| External Data Bus Width | 16 |
| Format | FIXED POINT |
| Integrated Cache | NO |
| Internal Bus Architecture | MULTIPLE |
| JESD-30 Code | S-PBGA-B179 |
| JESD-609 Code | e1 |
| Low Power Mode | YES |
| Number of Timers | 2 |
| On Chip Data RAM Width | 16 |
| On Chip Program ROM Width | 16 |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | BGA179,14X14,32 |
| Package Shape | SQUARE |
| Package Style | GRID ARRAY, LOW PROFILE, FINE PITCH |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| RAM (words) | 128000 |
| ROM Programmability | FLASH |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 1.65V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 1.55V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 1.6V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | INDUSTRIAL |
| Terminal Finish | TIN SILVER COPPER |
| Terminal Form | BALL |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.8mm |
| Terminal Position | BOTTOM |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 30 |
| uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs Type | DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR, OTHER |
| Package | BGA |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 3 |
| HTS Code | 8542.31.00.35 |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for VC55GPSZHH:
Digital Signal Processor, 16-Bit Size, 16-Ext Bit, 20MHz, CMOS, PBGA179
Digital Signal Processor, 40-Bit Size, 16-Ext Bit, 50MHz, CMOS, PBGA179
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of processor is the VC55GPSZHH and what is its bit architecture?
The VC55GPSZHH is a 40-bit fixed-point digital signal processor (DSP) from Texas Instruments designed for high-precision signal processing tasks. Unlike floating-point DSPs, the fixed-point architecture provides deterministic performance and lower power consumption, making it suitable for real-time filtering, FFT computation, and digital control algorithms.
What is the maximum clock frequency and external bus width of the VC55GPSZHH?
The VC55GPSZHH operates at a maximum clock frequency of 20MHz and features a 16-bit external data bus with an 8-bit address bus width. This external bus architecture allows the DSP to interface with external memory devices and peripherals, supporting data-intensive signal processing workloads that exceed on-chip memory capacity.
What package does the VC55GPSZHH use?
The VC55GPSZHH is housed in a 179-ball Microstar BGA (Ball Grid Array) package, providing a high pin-count interface in a compact surface-mount footprint. BGA packages offer superior electrical performance compared to QFP alternatives for high-frequency applications, with shorter interconnect lengths and better thermal dissipation through the ball array.
Does the VC55GPSZHH support JTAG boundary scan testing?
Yes, the VC55GPSZHH includes boundary scan support (Boundary Scan: YES) compliant with IEEE 1149.1 JTAG standards. This allows board-level interconnect testing, in-circuit debugging, and manufacturing defect detection without physical probe access to individual IC pins, which is especially valuable when the device is in a dense BGA package with hidden solder balls.
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