A2F500M3G-1PQG208I

Soc System On Chip Overview

The A2F500M3G-1PQG208I is a SmartFusion system-on-chip FPGA manufactured by Microchip Technology. It integrates an ARM Cortex-M3 processor with 500K system gates and embedded memory, including eSRAM and eNVM. The device operates within a supply voltage range of 1.425 V to 1.575 V for the core and supports multiple I/O voltages. It features a maximum operating frequency of 200 MHz and functions reliably across a temperature range of -40°C to +85°C. The component utilizes a PQFP-208 surface-mount package with 158 available I/O pins.

Soc System On Chip Feature Summary

• Integrates an ARM Cortex-M3 processor with up to 125 DMIPS/MHz throughput
• Provides 500K system gates with embedded high-speed SRAM and nonvolatile flash memory
• Supports multi-voltage I/O banks including 3.3V, 2.5V, 1.8V, 1.5V, and 1.2V standards
• Features a low-power Flash*Freeze mode for instantaneous power-down capabilities

Soc System On Chip Applications

• Industrial automation and control systems requiring real-time processing
• Medical devices needing secure boot and low-power operation
• Automotive infotainment and body electronics modules
• Telecommunications infrastructure equipment

Soc System On Chip Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix '1' indicates the industrial temperature grade (-40°C to +85°C) as defined in the official datasheet. Confirm RoHS compliance status through current manufacturer documentation. Check for active Product Change Notifications (PCNs) regarding assembly site changes or material updates before procurement.

Soc System On Chip Selection Notes

Select this model when a combined MCU and FPGA solution is required to reduce board space. Ensure the design accommodates the 208-pin PQFP package dimensions and thermal requirements. Verify that the available embedded memory sizes meet the application's code and data storage needs without external components.

Soc System On Chip Part Context

This part belongs to the SmartFusion family, which bridges the gap between traditional MCUs and FPGAs. It replaces older Actel ProASIC and IGLOO series in applications requiring integrated processing cores. The PQFP-208 package offers a cost-effective solution for mid-density logic designs compared to BGA alternatives.

Soc System On Chip Replacement Considerations

Direct pin-to-pin replacements are limited due to the unique integration of the Cortex-M3 core. Consider the A2F500M3F variant if a different package is acceptable, or evaluate the M1A3P series for pure FPGA functionality without the embedded processor.