Motorola MVME162PA-242L

Product Introduction
The MVME162PA-242L is a standard configuration in the MVME162PA series. The “L” designation indicates a base configuration optimized for cost-effective and reliable industrial control applications.

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Description

Motorola MVME162PA-242L

Technical Specifications

  • Microprocessor: 25 MHz MC68LC040 enhanced 32-bit microprocessor.
  • Main Memory: 16MB SDRAM.
  • Storage Resources: 512KB battery-backed SRAM, 1MB Flash, and 8K NVRAM.
  • Interfaces: Dual serial ports, four IndustryPack ports.

Functional Features

  • Standard Configuration: Meets most industrial control requirements.
  • Petra ASIC: High-performance memory and interface management.
  • VMEbus Support: A32/D64 master/slave and system controller.
  • IndustryPack: Flexible I/O expansion support.

Application Scenarios
Ideal for general industrial control, PLC core processing, and data acquisition systems.

Performance Parameters

  • VME Transfer: Supports D64 BLT.
  • Serial Ports: Dual EIA-232-D/EIA-422.
  • Timers: Six 32-bit timers and watchdog.

Material Composition
Industrial PCB with MC68LC040 and Petra ASIC.

Structural Characteristics
Standard 6U VME size with front-panel status indicators.

Working Principle
The processor accesses memory and peripherals via the Petra ASIC, which handles VME bus transactions and DMA.

Installation Requirements

  • Proper VME chassis insertion.
  • Hardware switch configuration.
  • Adequate cooling.

Usage Precautions

  • ESD protection mandatory.
  • Battery maintenance required.
  • Avoid strong EMI.