A3P030-VQ100

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The A3P030-VQ100 is a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) belonging to the ProASIC3 family manufactured by Microchip Technology. It features 30,000 system gates and supports up to 77 user I/Os within a 100-pin VQFP package. The device operates on a single 1.5V supply voltage with a range of 1.425V to 1.575V. It utilizes non-volatile flash technology for instant-on configuration without external memory. The component is designed for surface mount installation and supports standard JTAG boundary scan testing.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• Instant-on operation enabled by embedded non-volatile flash configuration memory
• Supports mixed-voltage I/O standards including LVTTL and LVCMOS
• Provides reprogrammability with ASIC-level unit costs
• Includes IEEE 1149.1 (JTAG) boundary scan test capability

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• Industrial control systems requiring low power consumption
• Consumer electronics utilizing instant-on functionality
• Automotive infotainment and body control modules
• Telecommunications interface logic

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix against official Microchip documentation to confirm temperature grade and package variant. Ensure the ordering part number matches the required speed grade and operating temperature range. Confirm RoHS compliance status through the manufacturer's current datasheet revision. Check for any recent product change notifications regarding availability or pinout modifications before finalizing procurement orders.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this model when instant-on capability is required without external configuration devices. Choose this part for designs needing approximately 30,000 gates with a 100-pin footprint. Consider the ProASIC3 family for applications demanding lower static power than SRAM-based FPGAs. Verify that the 1.5V core voltage aligns with the system power budget and I/O requirements.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

The A3P030-VQ100 is part of the ProASIC3 flash FPGA family, which bridges the gap between discrete logic and complex programmable logic devices. This series emphasizes low power and security through its non-volatile architecture. It serves as a drop-in replacement for many PAL/GAL and CPLD applications while offering higher density and reprogrammability.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

Direct pin-compatible replacements within the ProASIC3 family include the A3P060 and A3P125 models for increased logic density. For legacy Microsemi parts, the A3P030-VQG100 offers similar specifications in a QFN package. Verify electrical compatibility and software toolchain support when substituting with other flash FPGA families.