The Motorola MVME162-010/MVME162-010A represents the gold standard in VMEbus-based embedded control systems, designed for mission-critical industrial automation and military applications. This 32-bit single-board computer features a Motorola 68040 processor clocked at 40MHz, delivering 18 MIPS performance for real-time process control. The MVME162-010A variant adds enhanced memory protection and extended temperature operation (-40°C to +85°C), making it suitable for armored vehicle systems and offshore drilling platforms.
As the flagship model in Motorola’s MVME160 series, the MVME162-010 integrates 16MB DRAM with ECC protection and 4MB flash memory for rugged data storage. Its dual-redundant VMEbus interfaces support A32/D32 multiplexed bus mastering, enabling seamless integration with legacy MIL-STD-1760 systems. The board’s modular design allows field upgrades through PMC (PCI Mezzanine Card) expansion slots, preserving investment in automation infrastructure.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter Name | Parameter Value |
|---|---|
| Product Model | MVME162-010/MVME162-010A |
| Manufacturer | Motorola |
| Product Type | VMEbus Embedded Controller |
| Processor | MC68040 @ 40MHz |
| FPU | Integrated MC68882 |
| RAM | 16MB DRAM (ECC protected) |
| Flash Memory | 4MB soldered flash |
| VMEbus Support | A24/A32/D16/D32 master/slave |
| Serial Interfaces | 2x RS-232/422/485 (software configurable) |
| Parallel I/O | 24-bit TTL-compatible |
| Watchdog Timer | Software-programmable 1-60s |
| Operating Temperature | -25°C to +70°C (std)/-40°C to +85°C (A variant) |
| Power Requirements | +5V ±5% (8A typ) |
| MTBF | 150,000 hours @ 40°C |
| Certifications | CE, FCC Class A, MIL-STD-810F |
Key Features and Advantages:
Military-grade reliability: The MVME162-010A employs conformal coating and edge-mounted card guides that withstand 15G vibration (5-2000Hz). Its solder-down memory design eliminates connector failures in mobile applications.
Real-time performance: The 68040 CPU with 8KB instruction/data cache ensures deterministic response for CNC machines and wind turbine controls. The onboard DMA controller handles 40MB/s data transfers without CPU intervention.
Legacy system integration: Dual P2 connector options support both VME64 and VXS backplane architectures. The board’s autoconfiguration ROM simplifies migration from older MVME147 systems.
Application Areas:
The Motorola MVME162-010 series excels in:
- Factory Automation: Robotic cell controllers with <50μs cycle times
- Defense Systems: Naval radar signal processing units
- Energy Infrastructure: Substation SCADA controllers
- Transportation: Railway signaling control centers
In semiconductor manufacturing, these controllers coordinate wafer handling robots with 0.01mm positioning accuracy. Aerospace test rigs utilize their MIL-STD-1553B interface for avionics bus simulation.
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