BCM48

BCM-5646-48-1404 (BCM48)

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  BCM48

Features Include

• Freescale MPC 5646 microprocessor
• Operating Voltage: 6-26 VDC
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to 85°C
• 4 CAN / 4 LIN Channels / Ethernet

The BCM-5646-48-1404 functions as a communications gateway controller or general purpose automotive grade rugged controller. It uniquely has 4 CAN, 4 LIN, and embedded Ethernet as well as discrete IO. With an IP67 rating, the BCM-5646-48-1404 is able to withstand rough automotive, marine, and off-road environments. This device is Raptor programmable.

BCM48 Additional Info

BCM48 Compiler Options

Special Edition: CodeWarrior for MPC55xx/MPC56xx v2.10 (Classic) must be used to compile software for the BCM48. This compiler can be purchased from Freescale directly here.

Data Sheet

• BCM-5646-48-1404

Datasheet

CAN vs. Ethernet

Application

CAN

• Small scale
• Great for embedded systems
• ECU's in vehicles are a great example of effective CAN usage

Ethernet

• Large scale
• Perfect for automation and control of fabrication
• Connecting, controlling and monitoring all the machines within a factory is a great application for Ethernet

Cost

CAN

• Low cost
• Small amount of software and hardware required
• With the small scale applications, CAN is a convenient option

Ethernet

• Cost effective
• With ever decreasing costs Ethernet is a feasible option for large scale operations
• With the large amount of hardware and software required, which leads to unlimited custom options

Specifications

CAN

• 1 Mbit/sec data transfer rate
• Useful integrated functions such as:

• Message collision prevention
• Error detection
• Data recovery

Ethernet

• Up to 100 times faster than CAN communication
• With the software addons excessively available anything can be added, such as:

• Incorporated prioritization
• Data synchronization
• Error management

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