A2F200M3F-CS288I

Soc System On Chip Overview

The A2F200M3F-CS288I is a SmartFusion customizable system-on-chip (cSoC) integrating an ARM Cortex-M3 processor with ProASIC3 FPGA fabric. It features 4608 configurable logic blocks and supports clock frequencies up to 100 MHz. The device includes embedded nonvolatile flash memory (eNVM) ranging from 128 Kbytes to 512 Kbytes and embedded SRAM (eSRAM) of 16 Kbytes to 64 Kbytes. It operates within a temperature range of -40°C to 100°C and utilizes a 288-pin FBGA package.

Soc System On Chip Feature Summary

• Hard 100 MHz 32-bit ARM Cortex-M3 core with 1.25 DMIPS/MHz throughput
• ProASIC3 FPGA fabric with 4608 CLBs and 200,000 gates
• Integrated Memory Protection Unit (MPU) for secure code execution
• Multi-layer AHB communications matrix providing up to 16 Gbps bandwidth

Soc System On Chip Applications

• Industrial automation controllers requiring mixed-signal processing
• Secure IoT gateways utilizing integrated encryption and MPU
• Automotive body control modules operating in extended temperatures
• Medical instrumentation with deterministic real-time control needs

Soc System On Chip Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix configuration against the manufacturer's current datasheet to ensure compatibility with required voltage levels and pinout assignments. Confirm RoHS compliance status as it may vary by production batch or region. Check for any pending Product Change Notices (PCNs) regarding assembly sites or material updates before finalizing procurement orders.

Soc System On Chip Selection Notes

Select this model when a balance between high-performance FPGA logic and embedded processing is required. Ensure the design utilizes the available I/O count of 78 pins effectively. Consider the power consumption profiles associated with the 1.5V, 1.8V, 2.5V, and 3.3V supply domains during thermal analysis. Validate that the external memory controller requirements align with the supported asynchronous and synchronous memory types.

Soc System On Chip Part Context

This component belongs to the Microchip SmartFusion family, bridging the gap between pure ASICs and standard FPGAs. It replaces discrete MCU and FPGA combinations, reducing board space and complexity. The part number indicates the specific capacity tier within the A2F200 series, distinguished by its 288-pin packaging option suitable for dense PCB layouts.

Soc System On Chip Replacement Considerations

Direct replacements include other variants within the A2F200M3F series with different package codes such as CSH288 or CSG288, provided the pinout remains compatible. Cross-family migration to IGLOO2 or PolarFire SoC requires significant architectural redesign due to differences in fabric architecture and MSS capabilities.