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Intel® MCS® 96 Microcontrollers

What are the different s-specs at the end of the part numbers for MCS® 96 microcontroller mean and what are the different packaging options available?
The s-specs are Intel specification number for different packaging. For example, U87C196MH SF81 is referring to tube packaging.

More Information
Please refer to the below table for 16Bit products with different packages and packaging options.

16 Bit Quick Reference for S-Specs, Package & Packaging Options
Family Base Product Package Tube Tray Tape and Reel
X196 80C196KB PLCC     SF12
X196 80C196KC PLCC     SF12
X196
X196
87C196KC
87C196KD
PLCC
PLCC
    SF12
SF12
X196
X196
87C196MD
87C196MD
MQFP
SDIP
 
SF81
SF81
 
 
X196
X196
80C196MH
80C196MH
MQFP
SDIP
 
SF81
SF81
 
 
X196 87C196NT PLCC     SF12
Note:
1) 16 bit products with no S-Specs are not listed in the above table.
2) Different package types may have the same S-Spec number for different package options.


How can I visually determine the stepping identification information on the MCS® 96 Microcontrollers?
Stepping information is contained in the lot code identifier that is in the second line marking on the topside of the chip. The second line marking is referred to as the Intel FPO# (Finished Process Order) and is an eight digit number. The lot code identifier, Intel year, work week of the finished product was manufactured can be viewed by referencing to the following FPO# Guide:

X X XX XXXX
Test Site Year Work week Lot Code Identifier

Example: FPO# L209555A would indicate the product was produced in 2002 in workweek 9. The stepping of the product would be "A" stepping.

How can I identify the 8XC196KB stepping?
To identify the stepping, use the FPO# Guide from above. If the last letter in the line is "B", the part is a B-0 step. If the letter is an "F", or "G", the part is a C-1 stepping.

We haven't heard a lot about the MCS 96 microcontroller in awhile, is Intel discontinuing the product line?
These products have been discontinued. PCN 106013 has been released with the specifics on this product discontinuance.

What are the differences between the 8XC196KB and the 8XC196KB16?
If both parts are designated as the C-0 stepping, then the parts are virtually identical—except that the 196KB is a 12MHz part and the 196KB16 is a 16 MHz part.

If the 196KB is a B-0 stepping, there are a few additional differences that should be considered when migrating from one part to the other. Many of the DC, AC, and A/D parameters found in the 8XC196KB/8XC196KB16 datasheet differ between the parts, and a number of errata have been resolved on the C-1 stepping. The 8xC196KB Specification Update lists these errata.

Does Intel offer extended temperature part for its MCS 96 microcontrollers?
Yes. Intel offers a wide range of MCS 96 microcontrollers with extended temperature. Please refer to MCS 96 MCU Line Card for complete listing of products.

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