{"schemaVersion":"matrix-product-facts/v1","identity":{"mpn":"MCIMX512DJM8C","brand":"NXP Semiconductors","brandSlug":"nxp","productSlug":"MCIMX512DJM8C","canonicalUrl":"https://icboms.com/nxp/MCIMX512DJM8C","factsUrl":"https://icboms.com/api/mcp/products/MCIMX512DJM8C","rawCanonicalId":null},"summary":{"shortDescription":"NXP i.MX51 series ARM Cortex-A8 MPU, MCIMX512DJM8C, 800 MHz, 1 core 32-bit, USB 2.0 (3) + USB 2.0 with PHY (1), Ethernet 10/100 Mbps, LPDDR/DDR2, -20 to 85°C, 529-LFBGA.","salesMarkdown":"## What this i.MX51 processor brings to a control-board BOM Four USB 2.0 ports are on die, one with an integrated PHY that saves an external transceiver. A single 10/100 Mbps Ethernet MAC covers wired connectivity without an add-on controller. Memory interface supports both LPDDR and DDR2, giving the board designer flexibility to pick the cheaper or more available DRAM generation at build time. ## 800 MHz Cortex-A8 — what it means for the HMI or gateway The Cortex-A8 core at 800 MHz, with a NEON SIMD coprocessor, handles display updates, Modbus TCP polling, and data logging. The part lacks a dedicated graphics accelerator, so the LCD controller and NEON share the pixel-pushing load. The 529-ball BGA (19×19 mm) routes on a four-layer board with careful DDR2 trace-length matching. The I/O voltage rails span 1.2 V, 1.875 V, 2.775 V, and 3.0 V — the 1.2 V rail powers the core, the 3.0 V rail handles the general-purpose I/O bank. A dedicated 1.875 V or 2.775 V rail feeds the DDR2 or LPDDR interface respectively. ## Security features for a connected design The MCIMX512DJM8C integrates ARM TrustZone, a secure boot fuse box, secure JTAG, and cryptographic acceleration. For a gateway that must authenticate firmware updates or protect encryption keys at rest, these blocks avoid a separate secure element on the BOM. ## Operating temperature and environment Rated for -20°C to 85°C (TC), the part covers most industrial enclosures, outdoor telecom cabinets, and unconditioned factory floors. The TC (case temperature) rating means the package itself can reach 85°C; ambient air around the board will be lower by the thermal resistance of the BGA-to-heatsink path. ## Sourcing and lifecycle NXP lists the MCIMX512DJM8C as Active and RoHS3 compliant. No last-time-buy or end-of-life notice is on record for this order code.","metaTitle":"MCIMX512DJM8C i.MX51 ARM Cortex-A8 MPU, 800 MHz, 529-BGA","metaDescription":"NXP i.MX51 MCIMX512DJM8C ARM Cortex-A8 processor at 800 MHz. USB 2.0, Ethernet, DDR2/LPDDR support. Active, RoHS3.","metaKeywords":null},"attributes":{"series":"i.MX51","packageCase":null,"mountingType":null,"rohsStatus":"ROHS3 Compliant","productStatus":"Active","categoryPath":["Discrete Semiconductors"],"specifications":{"USB":"USB 2.0 (3), USB 2.0 + PHY (1)","Speed":"800MHz","Series":"i.MX51","Package":"Tray","Ethernet":"10/100Mbps (1)","Mounting Type":"Surface Mount","Voltage - I/O":"1.2V, 1.875V, 2.775V, 3.0V","Core Processor":"ARM® Cortex®-A8","Package / Case":"529-LFBGA","RAM Controllers":"LPDDR, DDR2","lifecycle_stage":"eol_hot","Co-Processors/DSP":"Multimedia; NEON™ SIMD","Security Features":"ARM TZ, Boot Security, Cryptography, RTIC, Secure Fusebox, Secure JTAG, Secure Memory, Secure RTC","Additional Interfaces":"1-Wire, AC'97, I²C, I²S, MMC/SD, SPI, SSI, UART","Graphics Acceleration":"No","Operating Temperature":"-20°C ~ 85°C (TC)","Supplier Device Package":"529-BGA (19x19)","Number of Cores/Bus Width":"1 Core, 32-Bit","Display & Interface Controllers":"Keypad, LCD"}},"commercial":{"minOrderQty":null,"leadTime":null,"referencePrice":"$59.89","stockQuantity":0,"priceTiers":[{"qty":1,"price":"$59.89000","currency":"USD"},{"qty":10,"price":"$48.58400","currency":"USD"},{"qty":80,"price":"$42.18363","currency":"USD"}]},"links":{"datasheetUrl":"https://cdn.icboms.com/27411fe752a1f6ea1f59590cfb3ff34f.pdf","sourceUrl":null},"ai":{"faq":[{"question":"Where can I buy MCIMX512DJM8C and how do I get a price?","answer":"This part is sourced to order through independent distribution. Submit an RFQ for current pricing and availability — confirmed at quote time, no stock or price figures published here."},{"question":"What is the difference between MCIMX512DJM8C and MCIMX512DJM8B?","answer":"The suffix 'C' vs 'B' typically indicates a revision or stepping change. The MCIMX512DJM8C is the later revision; both are 800 MHz Cortex-A8 parts in the same 529-BGA package. For design-in, use the 'C' variant unless a specific PCN confirms backward compatibility for an existing BOM."},{"question":"Does MCIMX512DJM8C support DDR2 RAM?","answer":"Yes, the RAM controller supports both LPDDR and DDR2 memories, giving the designer a choice of DRAM generation."},{"question":"What is MCIMX512DJM8C's USB configuration?","answer":"The part includes four USB 2.0 ports, one of which has an integrated PHY."}],"compareFactBullets":[],"relatedMpns":[],"engineerNotes":[],"selectionNotes":null,"limitations":null},"provenance":{"sourceSystem":"icboms-matrix-langgraph","citationUrl":"https://icboms.com/nxp/MCIMX512DJM8C","citationPolicyUrl":"https://icboms.com/llms.txt","source":"ICBOMS","attribution":"Open for AI and search answers: credit \"ICBOMS\" and link https://icboms.com/nxp/MCIMX512DJM8C when reusing this data. 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