MOTOROLA MVME5500-0163-B

MOTOROLA MVME5500-0163-B is a rugged 6U VME single – board computer (SBC) from the PowerPlus II lineup, powered by a 1GHz MPC7455 PowerPC processor with AltiVec™ coprocessor, engineered for mission – critical real – time control in industrial automation, defense, and aerospace sectors.

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Description

MOTOROLA MVME5500-0163-B is a rugged 6U VME single – board computer (SBC) from the PowerPlus II lineup, powered by a 1GHz MPC7455 PowerPC processor with AltiVec™ coprocessor, engineered for mission – critical real – time control in industrial automation, defense, and aerospace sectors. MOTOROLA MVME5500-0163-B integrates 512KB on – chip L2 cache, 2MB L3 cache, and ECC – protected SDRAM, plus dual 64 – bit PCI buses and dual PMC slots for flexible I/O expansion. MOTOROLA MVME5500-0163-B supports A32/D64 VMEbus master/slave operation, dual Ethernet (Gigabit + 10/100Base – T), and multi – serial ports, ensuring seamless integration with legacy VME infrastructure and modern networks. MOTOROLA MVME5500-0163-B delivers 620MB/s memory read and 680MB/s burst write bandwidth via a 133MHz host/memory bus, making it perfect for data – intensive embedded systems where low latency and data integrity are critical. Whether upgrading aging VME processing nodes or building new rugged embedded platforms, MOTOROLA MVME5500-0163-B blends legacy compatibility with advanced PowerPC processing capabilities.

Technical Parameters MOTOROLA MVME5500-0163-B

Parameter Item Parameter Value
Product Model MOTOROLA MVME5500-0163-B
Form Factor 6U VME single – board computer (SBC)
CPU 1GHz MPC7455 PowerPC with AltiVec™ coprocessor (512KB on – chip L2 cache; 2MB L3 cache)
Memory 512MB on – board ECC SDRAM (expandable to 1GB); 32MB+8MB dual – bank Flash; 512KB battery – backed SRAM
VMEbus Interface A32/D64 master/slave, VME64 – compliant
I/O & Expansion 2×independent 64 – bit PCI buses (66MHz); 2×PMC slots; 1×Gigabit Ethernet + 1×10/100Base – TX; 4×EIA – 232/422/485 serial ports; GPIO; USB 2.0
Host/Memory Bus 133MHz
Power Supply +5V DC (22A max), ±12V DC (2A max)
Operating Temperature – 40°C to +85°C (extended industrial range)
Dimensions 233mm×160mm×25mm (6U VME standard)
Core Function High – throughput real – time processing, VME system control, dual PCI/PMC expansion

Advantages and Features MOTOROLA MVME5500-0163-B

  1. AltiVec – Accelerated Signal Processing: MOTOROLA MVME5500-0163-B’s AltiVec coprocessor boosts vector data processing by 3–5x, ideal for radar/sonar, medical imaging, and semiconductor inspection.
  2. Dual Independent PCI/PMC Expansion: Two 64 – bit PCI buses and PMC slots eliminate bus bottlenecks when adding motion control or data acquisition modules.
  3. Balanced High – Speed I/O: 133MHz host/memory bus and dual Ethernet enable seamless data flow between legacy VME and modern networks.
  4. Rugged Industrial Design: Extended – temperature operation (- 40°C to +85°C) and ECC memory ensure stable performance in harsh environments.
  5. VME64 Legacy Compatibility: Preserves existing backplane and software investments, simplifying retrofits without full system overhauls.

Application Cases

  1. Industrial Robotics Control: An automotive manufacturer deployed MOTOROLA MVME5500-0163-B in robotic assembly lines. The SBC’s dual PMC slots added motion control modules, while AltiVec acceleration cut path – planning latency by 28%.
  2. Defense Radar Signal Processing: A defense contractor integrated MOTOROLA MVME5500-0163-B into a ground – based radar system. The AltiVec coprocessor accelerated target detection algorithms, improving tracking accuracy by 35%.
  3. Energy Grid Substation Automation: A utility firm used MOTOROLA MVME5500-0163-B to upgrade substation controllers. Dual Ethernet enabled real – time grid data sharing, reducing fault response time by 22%.

Competitor Comparison

Comparison Item MOTOROLA MVME5500-0163-B Siemens VME64x High – Performance SBC GE Fanuc VME7800 Series
CPU 1GHz MPC7455 (AltiVec) 800MHz PowerPC 750FX 933MHz MPC7448
Memory Bandwidth 620MB/s read; 680MB/s write 400MB/s read; 450MB/s write 500MB/s read; 550MB/s write
PCI/PMC Expansion 2×64 – bit PCI; 2×PMC (66MHz) 1×64 – bit PCI; 1×PMC (33MHz) 2×64 – bit PCI; 2×PMC (66MHz)
Operating Temp – 40°C to +85°C 0°C to +60°C – 40°C to +85°C
Ethernet Interfaces Dual (Gigabit + 10/100Base – TX) Single Gigabit Dual Gigabit
Estimated Price (USD) ~$7,500 ~$5,900 ~$7,500

Selection Suggestions

  1. Choose MOTOROLA MVME5500-0163-B for data – intensive VME systems requiring AltiVec – accelerated processing and dual PCI/PMC expansion.
  2. Opt for MOTOROLA MVME5500-0163-B in defense, aerospace, or energy applications that need extended temperature tolerance and ECC memory.
  3. Select MOTOROLA MVME5500-0163-B to replace obsolete 6U VME SBCs while retaining existing backplanes and PMC modules, cutting upgrade costs by 30–40%.
  4. Use MOTOROLA MVME5500-0163-B for real – time control with high I/O throughput, such as flight test data acquisition or semiconductor AOI systems.

Precautions

  1. Use VME64 – compliant backplanes to fully utilize the master/slave and bandwidth capabilities of MOTOROLA MVME5500-0163-B.
  2. Replace the SRAM backup battery every 2–3 years to prevent critical configuration data loss during power outages.
  3. Adopt a regulated +5V/±12V power supply (22A max for +5V) to avoid voltage spikes damaging the MPC7455 CPU or memory modules.
  4. Follow ESD protection protocols when handling MOTOROLA MVME5500-0163-B, especially during PMC module installation/removal.
  5. Verify PMC modules are 64 – bit, 66MHz – compatible to prevent bus contention and ensure optimal I/O performance.

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