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Texas Instruments LM3S1968-IBZ50-A2T — Microcontrollers & Processors (MCU / MPU / DSP)

LM3S1968-IBZ50-A2T ARM Cortex-M3 MCU, 50 MHz, 256 KB Flash

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Obsolete

Texas Instruments Stellaris ARM Cortex-M3S 1000 LM3S1968-IBZ50-A2T, 32-Bit Single-Core MCU, 50 MHz, 256KB FLASH, 64K x 8 RAM, 52 I/O, I²C/SPI/UART/QEI, 108-LFBGA, -40°C~85°C.

Sourced new & surplus through independent channelsAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Jul 2026

Specifications

LM3S1968-IBZ50-A2T specifications
ParameterValue
SeriesStellaris® ARM® Cortex®-M3S 1000
MountingSurface Mount
Oscillator typeInternal
Program memory typeFLASH
Voltage - supply (Vcc (Vdd))2.25V ~ 2.75V
Operating temperature-40°C~85°C(TA)
Speed50MHz
PackageTape & Reel (TR)
RAM size64K x 8
Core size32-Bit Single-Core
PeripheralsBrown-out Detect/Reset, POR, PWM, WDT
ConnectivityI²C, IrDA, Microwire, QEI, SPI, SSI, UART/USART
Number of i (O)52
Core processorARM® Cortex®-M3
Case108-LFBGA
Data convertersA/D 8x10b
Program memory size256KB (256K x 8)

Product details

50 MHz Cortex-M3 with 256 KB Flash in a 108-BGA

The 108-ball BGA package (10x10 mm) keeps the footprint compact for space-constrained industrial or motor-control boards. On-chip peripherals include a 10-bit ADC with 8 channels, PWM timers, and a quadrature encoder interface (QEI) for position feedback.

Obsolete — sourcing via independent distribution

The 108-BGA package has a 0.8 mm ball pitch — a standard PCB process handles it, but the BGA rework profile needs care; the 10x10 mm body has moderate thermal mass, so preheat the board to 100°C before hot-air removal to avoid pad lift.

Frequently asked questions

Is LM3S1968-IBZ50-A2T obsolete?

Yes, the LM3S1968-IBZ50-A2T is listed as Obsolete. It is no longer manufactured by Texas Instruments.

What is the replacement for LM3S1968-IBZ50-A2T?

No official replacement order code is recorded for this part. The Stellaris family has been superseded by newer TI ARM MCU families, but pin-compatibility is not guaranteed. For a drop-in alternative, cross-referencing the 108-BGA footprint and 2.5 V supply rail against current TI or third-party Cortex-M3 parts is recommended.

What is LM3S1968-IBZ50-A2T's listed speed?

The core runs at 50 MHz, which is the maximum clock for this Cortex-M3 device. At that speed, Flash wait states need to be configured correctly in the boot code to avoid prefetch stalls.

What peripherals does the LM3S1968-IBZ50-A2T include?

It integrates a 10-bit ADC (8 channels), PWM, QEI for motor position, brown-out detect, POR, and watchdog timer.