A3P1000-1FGG256I

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The A3P1000-1FGG256I is a ProASIC3 Flash Field Programmable Gate Array manufactured by Microchip Technology. It features 1,000,000 system gates and 11,000 logic elements within a 256-pin FineLine BGA package. The device supports up to 177 user I/Os and includes 144 kbit of embedded true dual-port SRAM. Operating voltage ranges from 1.425 V to 1.575 V for the core, with mixed-voltage I/O support. It delivers data rates up to 700 Mbps and operates within a commercial temperature range of -40°C to +85°C.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• Flash-based nonvolatile architecture enabling instant-on functionality without external configuration memory.
• Supports mixed-voltage I/O standards including LVCMOS, LVTTL, LVDS, and PCI/PCI-X across selectable banks.
• Integrated triple clocking capability with six Configurable Clocking Controller blocks and one PLL.

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• High-speed serial communication interfaces utilizing LVDS signaling.
• Industrial control systems requiring instant power-up operation.
• Test and measurement equipment needing flexible I/O voltage levels.

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'I' confirms the commercial temperature grade (-40°C to +85°C) against the datasheet. Confirm the package designation matches the 256-pin FineLine BGA footprint. Check for RoHS compliance status as older revisions may differ. Ensure export control classifications are reviewed prior to ordering due to potential ITAR or EAR restrictions on FPGA components.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this model when instant-on boot capability is required to eliminate external configuration flash overhead. Compare gate density and I/O count against the A3P030 or A3P060 if lower capacity suffices. Consider the A3PE series if higher performance or additional embedded memory is needed. Verify that the 1.5V core voltage aligns with the target board power delivery design.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This component belongs to the ProASIC3 Flash family, bridging the gap between ASICs and standard FPGAs. It offers the reprogrammability of an FPGA with the nonvolatile nature of an ASIC. The family includes variants like the A3P1000L for extended temperature ranges and M1A3P1000 for integrated ARM Cortex-M1 processing.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

The A3P1000-1FGG256T serves as the industrial temperature grade replacement for this part. The A3P1000L-1FGG256I provides extended temperature support but requires verification of pin compatibility. No direct drop-in replacements exist outside the ProASIC3 family without redesign.