A1460A-PQ208C

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The A1460A-PQ208C is a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) belonging to the Accelerator Series ACT 3 family, manufactured by Microsemi. It features 848 Configurable Logic Blocks (CLBs) and an equivalent capacity of 6,000 gates. The device supports a maximum operating frequency of 110 MHz with a typical clock-to-output delay of 9.0 ns for the -1 speed grade. It operates within a supply voltage range of 2.7 V to 3.6 V and is housed in a 208-pin Plastic Quad Flat Package (PQFP). The component is rated for commercial temperature operation from -40°C to +85°C.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• Highly predictable performance enabled by 100% automatic place-and-route tools.
• Supports up to 228 user-programmable I/O pins for flexible interface integration.
• Includes four fast, low-skew clock networks for precise timing control.

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• High-speed controller implementations
• Address decoding logic
• Peripheral bus interfaces

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'C' against official Microchip/Microsemi documentation to confirm it denotes the standard commercial temperature grade (-40°C to +85°C). Confirm package details match the PQFP-208 specification. Check current availability status as legacy FPGA families may have limited stock or obsolescence notices.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this model when a moderate gate count of 6,000 system gates is sufficient for logic consolidation. Ensure the design requires the specific 208-pin form factor. Verify that the 110 MHz maximum frequency meets the target application's timing requirements compared to higher-performance ProASIC3 or RTG4 families.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This part belongs to the ACT 3 Accelerator Series, designed as a single-chip ASIC alternative. It consolidates logic previously implemented in multiple PALs, CPLDs, and FPGAs. The series emphasizes deterministic timing and high predictability through automated design flows.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

Direct pin-compatible replacements within the same ACT 3 family include the A1440A and A14V60A, which share the PQFP-208 package but offer different gate counts and performance characteristics. Cross-family migration to ProASIC3 requires schematic redesign due to architectural differences.