MOTOROLA MVME162PA-344 High-Performance Embedded VME Controller

MOTOROLA MVME162PA-344  High-Performance Embedded VME Controller

The Motorola MVME162PA-344 is a highly integrated, 6U VMEbus single-board computer (SBC) designed for high-end industrial control and real-time data processing.

Part of the legendary MVME162 family, the "PA" designation signifies the Precision Architecture or enhanced performance capabilities of this specific sub-series.

Equipped with the MC68040 microprocessor, the MVME162PA-344 is engineered to provide a balanced combination of high-speed processing, 

flexible I/O via IndustryPack (IP) modules, and robust networking capabilities.

It is a cornerstone for legacy system maintenance and high-reliability industrial automation deployments.

Technical Parameter Table

MVME162-410. MVME162-411. MVME162-412. MVME162-413. MVME162-430. MVME162-431.

 MVME162-432. MVME162-433. MVME162-453. MVME162-510. MVME162-511. MVME162-511A, MVME162-512.

 MVME162-513. MVME162-520. MVME162-521. MVME162-522. MVME162-523. MVME162-530. MVME162-531.

 MVME162-532. MVME162-533. MVME162-012A, MVME162 410. MVME162 411. MVME162 412. MVME162 413. 

MVME162 430. MVME162 431. MVME162 432. MVME162 433. MVME162 453. MVME162 510. MVME162 510A, MVME162 511.

 MVME162 512. MVME162 513. MVME162 520. MVME162 521. MVME162 522. MVME162 523. MVME162 530. MVME162 531. 

MVME162 532. MVME162 533. MVME162 012A, MVME162410. MVME162411. MVME162412. MVME162413. MVME162430.

 MVME162431. MVME162432. MVME162433. MVME162453. MVME162510. MVME162511. MVME162512. MVME162513.

 MVME162520. MVME162521. MVME162522. MVME162523. MVME162530. MVME162531. MVME162532. MVME162533. 

MVME162012A, MVME162-223. VME162PA-244LSE, VME162PA 244LSE, VME162PA244LSE, MVME162220. MVME162-21

Related Models & Series

The MVME162 family is vast, with the PA-344 being a specific high-spec variant. Related models include:

MVME162-222: Standard entry-level version with 4MB RAM.

MVME162PA-352: A variant with different memory or I/O configurations.

MVME172: The successor series featuring the MC68060 processor for higher throughput.

MVME147: The older 68030-based predecessor, often replaced by the 162PA for performance boosts.

Product Advantages and Features

Modular Versatility: The inclusion of four IndustryPack (IP) slots allows users to customize the board with digital I/O, 

analog-to-digital converters, or specialized communication protocols without changing the base SBC.

Data Integrity: ECC (Error Correction Code) memory ensures that the system remains stable in environments where radiation or electrical noise might cause bit-flips.

Real-Time Efficiency: Optimized for low-latency interrupt handling, making it the ideal platform for VxWorks, OS-9. and LynxOS.

Integrated SCSI & Ethernet: By providing networking and storage interfaces directly on the board, it saves valuable VME rack space.

Application Cases

Robotic Motion Control: Managing high-speed multi-axis robotic arms in automotive assembly lines.

Nuclear Power Monitoring: Serving as a reliable data acquisition node for safety-critical plant parameters.

Telecommunications: Acting as a front-end processor for signal switching and protocol conversion.

Defense & Simulation: Powering flight simulator hardware and naval weapon control systems that require 68K architecture compatibility.

Installation and Maintenance

Installation: Slide the module into a standard 6U VMEbus chassis. Ensure that the P1 and P2 connectors are properly aligned. Use the front-panel ejector handles to lock the board into the backplane.

Configuring Jumpers: Before powering up, verify the Jumper settings for VME system controller functions (Slot 1) and VME address mapping.

Maintenance: Periodically check the Onboard Battery (usually a 3V Lithium cell) which maintains the NVRAM. 

If the battery voltage drops below 2.5V, system configuration data may be lost upon power-off.

Cooling: The MC68040 generates significant heat; ensure the chassis has functional forced-air cooling (minimum 200 LFM) to prevent thermal throttling.

Unique Product Description

If you are looking to source the Motorola MVME162PA-344. you are likely managing a high-stakes industrial environment where downtime is not an option.

This 68040-based VMEbus single-board computer is a masterclass in reliability, offering the unique "PA" (Precision Architecture) performance for legacy systems.

With its quad IndustryPack slots, the MVME162PA-344 provides the modularity needed to handle complex DCS and PLC tasks in one compact 6U footprint.

eatures:

Double-High VME Module

MC68LC040 or MC68040 Microprocessor

1MB, 4MB, or 8MB of Parity-Protected DRAM

512KB SRAM

The Motorola MVME162 is a double-high VME module equipped with an MC68LC040 or optional MC68040 microprocessor.

(The MC68040 microprocessor has a floating-point coprocessor; the MC68LC040 does not.) 

The MVME162 has 1MB, 4MB, or 8MB of parity-protected DRAM; 512KB SRAM (with battery backup);

a TOD clock (with battery backup); an optional LAN Ethernet transceiver interface with DMA, two serial ports (EIA-232-D and EIA-232-D/EIA-530);

six tick timers with watchdog timer(s); optional SCSI bus interface with DMA;

VMEbus interface (local bus to VMEbus/VMEbus to local bus, with A16/A24/A32. D8/D16/D32 bus widths and a VMEbus system controller).