A3P060-CSG121I

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The A3P060-CSG121I is a ProASIC3 Flash Field Programmable Gate Array manufactured by Microsemi. It features 60,000 system gates and 1,536 configurable logic blocks (VersaTiles). The device operates at a maximum clock frequency of 350 MHz and includes up to 18 kbits of true dual-port SRAM. It utilizes a 130-nm flash-based CMOS process with seven metal layers. The CSG121 package is a Chip Scale Package with 121 pins and a 0.5 mm pitch. The 'I' suffix indicates an industrial temperature range of -40°C to +100°C junction temperature.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• Nonvolatile flash technology enables instant-on operation without external boot PROMs.
• Integrated security features include FlashLock and AES-128 decryption for IP protection.
• Supports mixed-voltage I/O standards including LVCMOS, LVTTL, and PCI/PCI-X.
• Contains six Clock Conditioning Circuits (CCC) with one integrated PLL.

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• Secure remote in-system programming for field upgrades
• Low-power embedded control systems
• Avionics and networking communications equipment

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffixes against the manufacturer's current datasheet revision. Confirm that the CSG121 package availability aligns with current production status. Ensure the industrial temperature grade meets the operational environmental requirements of the target application before finalizing procurement.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this device for designs requiring nonvolatile configuration and high security. Compare gate density and I/O counts against other ProASIC3 family members like the A3P030 or A3P125 if resource constraints exist. Verify that the 121-pin package fits the board layout constraints compared to larger FBGA options.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This component belongs to the Microsemi ProASIC3 Flash family, which bridges the gap between CPLDs and complex FPGAs. It offers ASIC-level performance with FPGA flexibility. The family is characterized by its reprogrammable flash architecture, eliminating the need for external configuration memory found in SRAM-based devices.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

Check for pin-compatible packages within the same density class. Consider the A3P060-VQG100IY or A3P060-FG144I for alternative form factors. Verify functional equivalence regarding I/O bank configurations and memory resources when migrating between different package types.