SPIDER Automation Raspberry Pi RP2350A Microcontroller IC – Reel of 500 | Secure Dual-Core MCU
Description
SPIDER Automation Raspberry Pi RP2350A Microcontroller IC (Reel of 500) represents a massive performance leap over the RP2040, tailored specifically for professional electronics developers and high-volume manufacturing. Packaged on a commercial tape-and-reel of 500 units, the RP2350A is engineered for seamless integration into automated surface-mount technology (SMT) production lines.
Featuring a unique dual-architecture layout, the RP2350A allows engineers to choose between industry-standard ARM Cortex-M33 or open-hardware Hazard3 RISC-V cores clocked up to 150 MHz. It doubles on-chip SRAM to 520KB and integrates an uncompromising hardware security architecture—including Arm TrustZone, signed boot, SHA-256 acceleration, and 8KB of antifuse OTP key storage—making it the ultimate secure foundation for modern commercial IoT and industrial applications.
Important RP235x Design Guidelines
To ensure correct operation, please adhere to the following guidelines when designing with RP235x microcontrollers:
- Read and follow the official RP235x design guide.
- Refer to the datasheet, including errata and reference designs in KiCAD format.
- Use the 12 MHz Abracon ABM8-272-T3 crystal oscillator.
- If using the on-chip SMPS, use the custom polarised inductor from Abracon (AOTA-B201610S3R3-101-T) and orient it according to the instructions in the design guide.
Key Features
- Volume Reel Packaging: Supplied in a commercial reel of 500 ICs designed for high-speed SMT assembly and manufacturing.
- Advanced Dual-Architecture Core: User-selectable operation between dual ARM Cortex-M33 or dual Hazard3 RISC-V processor cores.
- High-Speed System Clock: Operates at a robust 150 MHz system clock for rapid instruction execution and low latency.
- High-Capacity SRAM: Features 520KB of on-chip static RAM to handle complex multitasking and large data sets.
- Enterprise-Grade Security: Incorporates Arm TrustZone for Cortex-M, signed boot, 8KB OTP key storage, and hardware TRNG.
- Upgraded PIO Subsystem: Additional Programmable I/O (PIO) cores for advanced custom peripheral and protocol emulation.
- Enhanced GPIO Support: Flexible multi-function general-purpose I/O lines designed for versatile hardware interfacing.
- Optimized Power Management: Lower dynamic power consumption with advanced low-power operating modes for energy-efficient designs.
Benefits
- Volume Production Efficiency: Bulk reel packaging and standardized chip outlines streamline large-scale Bill of Materials (BOM) management.
- Robust Intellectual Property Protection: Built-in secure boot and TrustZone encryption protect proprietary firmware against tampering and reverse engineering.
- Unmatched Architecture Flexibility: Adaptable core options cater to both traditional ARM development ecosystems and open-source RISC-V preferences.
- Enhanced Real-Time Control: Higher clock speeds and expanded PIO state machines ensure precise management of fast peripheral signals.
- Extended Battery Operation: Advanced power management features make it ideal for portable, energy-conscious industrial nodes.
Applications
- Secure Industrial IoT Nodes: Industrial data loggers and automation controllers requiring cryptographic verification and secure boot.
- Advanced Robotics & Motor Drives: Multi-axis motion controllers utilizing high-speed PWM and precision sensor inputs.
- Commercial Smart Devices: Connected home automation appliances and secure wireless communication hubs.
- Medical & Measurement Instrumentation: Precision diagnostic equipment demanding high computational reliability and secure data handling.
- Custom Embedded Motherboards: High-volume proprietary hardware development requiring elite microprocessing performance.
Package Includes
- 1 x Raspberry Pi RP2350A Microcontroller IC by Raspberry Pi (Reel of 500 Units)
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification Details |
|---|---|
| Brand / Series | SPIDER Automation / Raspberry Pi RP2350 Range (A-Variant) |
| Item / Component Type | Secure Microcontroller Integrated Circuit (IC) – Tape & Reel |
| Model Number / SKU | RP2350A IC Reel (500 pcs) / SKU-SPIDER-RPI-RP2350A-REEL |
| Packaging Quantity | Reel of 500 Units (Surface Mount SMT) |
| Core Architecture | Dual Arm Cortex-M33 & Dual RISC-V Hazard3 Cores |
| Maximum Clock Frequency | Up to 150 MHz |
| On-Chip SRAM Memory | 520 KB |
| OTP Key Storage | 8 KB Antifuse OTP Storage |
| Security Framework | Arm TrustZone for Cortex-M, Signed Boot, SHA-256 Acceleration |
| Package Shipping Weight | 0.30 kg |
| Package Shipping Dimensions | 25 cm × 25 cm × 4 cm |
