ADSP-BF512 (5)
ADSP-BF512 is available from Analog Devices at Xecor. Designed for low-cost, high-performance embedded processing, the ADSP-BF512 offers exceptional performance, flexible cache architecture, and dynamic power management (DPM) functionality. Available in multiple package options, including the 168-Pin CSP-BGA, it is ideal for cost-sensitive applications such as portable test equipment, embedded modems, biometrics, and consumer audio. Whether used in consumer devices, industrial automation, or telecommunications, this series ensures scalability, efficiency, and robust performance for demanding applications. Xecor is an authorized distributor for Analog Devices. Please view our extensive selection of the ADSP-BF512 series below.
| Part Number | Description | Package | Inventory | Add To Bom |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADSP-BF512BBCZ-3 | Digital Signal Processors | BGA-168 | 5,275 | |
| ADSP-BF512KBCZ-4 | Low-power Blackfin processor with robust connectivity options for diverse devices | CSPBGA-168 | 7,856 | |
| ADSP-BF512BBCZ-4 | High-performance digital signal processing for robust and efficient system design | CSPBGA-168 | 8,561 | |
| ADSP-BF512BSWZ-4 | DSP (Digital Signal Processor) optimized for fixed-point processing tasks, featuring a 16-bit/32-bit architecture clocked at 400MHz | LQFP-176 | 7,611 | |
| ADSP-BF512KSWZ-4 | Digital Signal Processors & Controllers - DSP, DSC Low Power Blackfin with Consumer Devices Connectivity | LQFP-176 | 4,655 |
Key Featrues
High-Performance Blackfin Core: The ADSP-BF512 features a 16/32-bit Blackfin processor core capable of operating at up to 400 MHz (800 MMACS), delivering high computational power for demanding applications such as embedded modems and consumer audio. This ensures efficient processing of complex algorithms and enhances overall system performance.
Flexible Cache Architecture: The processor’s flexible cache architecture optimizes memory access and data throughput, improving efficiency in applications with varying memory requirements. This feature is particularly beneficial for portable test equipment and biometric systems, where quick data access is critical.
Enhanced DMA Subsystem: With 12 peripheral DMA channels supporting one- and two-dimensional data transfers, the ADSP-BF512 streamlines data movement between peripherals and memory. This reduces CPU overhead, enhances system efficiency, and is ideal for applications requiring high-speed data processing.
Dynamic Power Management (DPM): The DPM functionality allows the processor to dynamically adjust power consumption based on workload, extending battery life in portable devices and reducing energy costs in embedded systems. This makes it suitable for energy-sensitive applications like consumer audio and portable test equipment.
Lockbox™ Secure Technology: The integrated Lockbox™ Secure Technology provides hardware-enabled security for code and content protection, safeguarding sensitive data in applications such as biometrics and embedded modems. This feature ensures compliance with security standards and enhances system reliability.
Flexible Cache Architecture: The processor’s flexible cache architecture optimizes memory access and data throughput, improving efficiency in applications with varying memory requirements. This feature is particularly beneficial for portable test equipment and biometric systems, where quick data access is critical.
Enhanced DMA Subsystem: With 12 peripheral DMA channels supporting one- and two-dimensional data transfers, the ADSP-BF512 streamlines data movement between peripherals and memory. This reduces CPU overhead, enhances system efficiency, and is ideal for applications requiring high-speed data processing.
Dynamic Power Management (DPM): The DPM functionality allows the processor to dynamically adjust power consumption based on workload, extending battery life in portable devices and reducing energy costs in embedded systems. This makes it suitable for energy-sensitive applications like consumer audio and portable test equipment.
Lockbox™ Secure Technology: The integrated Lockbox™ Secure Technology provides hardware-enabled security for code and content protection, safeguarding sensitive data in applications such as biometrics and embedded modems. This feature ensures compliance with security standards and enhances system reliability.
Applications
Portable Test Equipment: The ADSP-BF512 is ideal for use in portable test equipment due to its low power consumption and high-performance Blackfin processor core. Its ability to handle complex signal processing tasks, combined with its flexible cache architecture and dynamic power management, makes it suitable for applications such as handheld oscilloscopes, multimeters, and signal analyzers in field testing environments.
Embedded Modems: The ADSP-BF512 is well-suited for embedded modem applications, where its high-speed processing capabilities and peripheral integration, including SPI and UART interfaces, enable efficient data communication. Its low power consumption and robust performance make it ideal for use in industrial and consumer communication devices, such as IoT gateways and telemetry systems.
Biometrics: The ADSP-BF512 is an excellent choice for biometric applications, such as fingerprint scanners and facial recognition systems. Its high-speed processing and ability to handle complex algorithms, combined with its Lockbox™ Secure Technology, ensure secure and accurate biometric data processing, making it suitable for use in security and access control systems.
Consumer Audio: The ADSP-BF512 is ideal for consumer audio applications, such as portable music players, smart speakers, and audio processing units. Its dual-channel, full-duplex synchronous serial ports support multiple stereo I2S channels, enabling high-quality audio processing. Additionally, its dynamic power management ensures efficient operation in battery-powered devices, enhancing the user experience.
Embedded Modems: The ADSP-BF512 is well-suited for embedded modem applications, where its high-speed processing capabilities and peripheral integration, including SPI and UART interfaces, enable efficient data communication. Its low power consumption and robust performance make it ideal for use in industrial and consumer communication devices, such as IoT gateways and telemetry systems.
Biometrics: The ADSP-BF512 is an excellent choice for biometric applications, such as fingerprint scanners and facial recognition systems. Its high-speed processing and ability to handle complex algorithms, combined with its Lockbox™ Secure Technology, ensure secure and accurate biometric data processing, making it suitable for use in security and access control systems.
Consumer Audio: The ADSP-BF512 is ideal for consumer audio applications, such as portable music players, smart speakers, and audio processing units. Its dual-channel, full-duplex synchronous serial ports support multiple stereo I2S channels, enabling high-quality audio processing. Additionally, its dynamic power management ensures efficient operation in battery-powered devices, enhancing the user experience.
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