V3 boards, processor unavailable?

[Xnke]

I have a bunch of V3 boards that I made myself probably a month before the 68HC908KX8 became unavailable, and would like to know if there is another version of the 68HC08 MCU that can be used as a "plug in replacement". I work in a university electronics shop, and make stuff like this all the time, that's the only reason that I chose to go this route. Basically, I have everything needed except the MAP sensor and processor, including a programmer.

Or, if anyone here has a spare 68HC908KX8CPE?

Or, is there any interest in an adaptor that allows a commonly available SOIC version of the processor to be used? it would be a simple, although fine pitch, PCB to make.

[brentp]

Hello,

Correct- the KX8 processors used in the V3 are now obsolete, and there aren't any pin-compatible replacements that we know of.

I may have some spares- I'll send you a PM.

[capri_turbo]

Brent,

Is there a pin for pin SMT (SOIC) device that I could use with a DIP adaptor board?

Is this the one?

http://uk.farnell.com/jsp/search/altsSu ... ku=4133055

Col

[brentp]

Hi,

Right, that is the SOIC equivalent of the V3 processors.

However, we actually have a small supply of KX8 processors available for service replacements.

[voltesep]

Hiya,

bit of a strange question from a new guy on the block???

but is it still possible to get v3 pcb boards?...or get hold of a foil pattern so i could do my own?

did say it was a strange one

Cheers

Paul

[brentp]

Hello,

Sorry- V3 boards have been unavailable for a very long time.

[voltesep]

Well had to ask..

Thanks anyway brent..is there any hope of geting a copy of the foil patterns so i could etch my own
I know its a big ask....but just enjoy making this sort of thing..and have found a place that still has some stock of the kx8 controllers