A14V15A-PLG84C

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The A14V15A-PLG84C is an ACT™ 3 series Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) manufactured by Microsemi Corporation. It features a capacity of 2,500 gate array equivalent gates and 310 Logic Blocks (LABs). The device supports up to 80 user-programmable I/O pins and operates within a supply voltage range of 4.5V to 5.5V. It is housed in a 100-pin Plastic Quad Flatpack (PQFP) package with dimensions of 20x14 mm. The component is designed for surface mount installation and functions within an ambient temperature range of -40°C to 85°C.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• ACT™ 3 architecture providing highly predictable performance through automatic place-and-route tools
• Supports fast clock networks with low-skew distribution for high-speed logic applications
• Integrated dedicated flip-flops and accumulators for efficient datapath processing

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• High-speed digital signal processing interfaces
• Complex state machine implementations requiring predictable timing
• Prototyping for custom ASIC designs using FPGA fabric

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify the specific speed grade suffix, as the provided model designation lacks the standard numerical grade indicator found in official datasheets. Confirm the package type matches the required 100-pin PQFP footprint. Check for RoHS compliance status relative to the manufacturing date code. Ensure the source document explicitly lists this exact part number to avoid confusion with similar ACT 3 variants.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this component when a moderate logic density of approximately 2,500 gates is required alongside a 100-pin interface count. The ACT 3 family offers deterministic timing characteristics suitable for systems where placement and routing predictability are critical. Compare against the A1425A series for identical logical resources but verify package compatibility between PLCC and PQFP options.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This device belongs to the Microsemi ACT™ 3 Accelerator Series, which succeeded the ACT 1 and ACT 2 families. The ACT 3 line was engineered to provide higher performance and greater design flexibility compared to its predecessors. It utilizes CMOS technology to achieve lower power consumption while maintaining high-speed operation capabilities typical of mid-density FPGAs from that era.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

Publicly confirmed direct substitute part numbers for the A14V15A-PLG84C are not available in the provided documentation. Users should consult Microsemi or Microchip legacy product cross-reference guides for potential pin-compatible alternatives within the ACT 3 family.