A3P1000-2FG256

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The A3P1000-2FG256 is a Field Programmable Gate Array from the ProASIC3 Flash family, manufactured by Microchip Technology. It features 24,576 Configurable Logic Blocks (CLBs) and approximately 1,000,000 system gates. The device supports a maximum operating frequency of 350 MHz and includes up to 144 Kbits of True Dual-Port SRAM. It utilizes a 256-pin FineLine BGA package with a 1 mm pitch. The core voltage range is specified between 1.425 V and 1.575 V. The component operates within an industrial temperature range of -40 °C to +100 °C.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• Flash-based non-volatile architecture enabling live-at-power-up functionality without external configuration memory.
• Supports mixed-voltage I/O banks allowing operation at 1.5 V, 1.8 V, 2.5 V, and 3.3 V levels simultaneously.
• Includes advanced high-speed serial I/O capabilities supporting DDR standards up to 700 Mbps.

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• High-density logic replacement in industrial automation systems
• Secure data acquisition and signal processing interfaces
• Prototyping for complex digital designs requiring instant power-on readiness

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix codes against official Microchip documentation to confirm temperature grade and package variations. Ensure compatibility with existing PCB footprints for the 256-pin FBGA form factor. Confirm RoHS compliance status for the specific manufacturing lot if required by regulatory standards.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this model when design requirements exceed the capacity of smaller ProASIC3 devices but do not necessitate the higher density of the ProASIC3E family. Consider the integrated flash technology for applications where board space for external configuration EEPROMs is limited or where immediate boot-up is critical.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This component belongs to the ProASIC3 Flash FPGA family, which bridges the gap between ASICs and SRAM-based FPGAs. It offers the reprogrammability of FPGAs with the non-volatility typically associated with ASICs. The A3P1000 variant represents a mid-to-high density option within this specific generation of low-power programmable logic solutions.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

Direct pin-compatible alternatives within the same package include other members of the A3P1000 series with different speed grades or temperature ranges. Cross-family migration to ProASIC3E may require schematic adjustments due to architectural differences.