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AM6442: Inquiry on Long-Term Supply and Lifecycle

Part Number: AM6442


Tool/software:

Dear Texas Instruments Team,

We are currently considering the use of your processor, AM6442, for a long-term product.
To proceed with the planning, we would like to inquire about the following:

- Product Number: AM6442
- Expected Usage Period: 10+ years

We would appreciate it if you could provide information on:

1. The expected product lifecycle status of AM6442
2. Whether TI expects to continue supplying this device for the next 10+ years
3. Notification policy regarding product discontinuation
4. TI’s long-term supply policy and available replacement options (if any)

Desired deadline for answer: 7/28

Thank you very much in advance for your support.

Sincerely,

  • Hi Hara-san, 

    Thank you for reaching out to us about your questions! Here are the following answers:

    1. AM6442's status is currently Active

    2. We do expect to continue to supply this product for the next 10+ years according to our long-term supply policy linked in bullet 4

    3. We provide product change notifications to anyone who has ordered the device

    4. Here is our long-term supply policy: https://www.ti.com/support-quality/quality-policies-procedures/product-life-cycle.html

    Best, 

    Kathryn

  • Hi Kathryn-san,

    Thank you very much for your prompt and detailed response.

    I have reviewed the information and confirmed that:

    • AM6442 is currently Active

    • The product is expected to be supplied for 10+ years per TI’s long-term supply policy

    • Product change notifications will be provided to customers who have placed orders

    Also, thank you for sharing the link to the supply policy. That was very helpful.

    Best regards,
    Shusuke Hara