A3P1000-2PQ208

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The A3P1000-2PQ208 is a ProASIC3 Flash Field Programmable Gate Array manufactured by Microchip Technology. It features 24,576 Configurable Logic Blocks and approximately 1,000,000 system gates. The device supports up to 300 user I/Os and includes up to 144 Kbits of true dual-port SRAM. It operates with a core voltage range of 1.425 V to 1.575 V and an I/O voltage range supporting 1.5 V, 1.8 V, 2.5 V, and 3.3 V standards. The component is housed in a 208-pin PQFP package with a 0.50 mm pitch.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• Non-volatile flash-based architecture providing instant-on functionality without external configuration memory.
• Supports mixed-voltage I/O operation across multiple banks for flexible interface compatibility.
• Includes integrated Clock Control Center blocks with phase-locked loops for precise timing management.

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• High-density logic replacement in industrial control systems
• Prototyping complex digital signal processing algorithms
• Custom interface adapters for legacy communication protocols

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix requirements for temperature grade and package variant before ordering. Confirm RoHS compliance status as older revisions may differ. Check for obsolescence notices or last-time buy notifications from authorized distributors. Ensure ESD handling procedures are followed during storage and assembly due to moisture sensitivity classification.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this model when non-volatile configuration and high gate density are required in a PQFP package. Compare against the A3P1000-1 variant if higher speed grades are unnecessary. Consider pin-compatible alternatives within the ProASIC3 family for board layout flexibility. Verify I/O voltage requirements match the target system interfaces.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This component belongs to the Microchip ProASIC3 Flash FPGA family, which bridges the gap between ASICs and standard SRAM FPGAs. It offers the reprogrammability of FPGAs with the non-volatility of ASICs. The A3P1000 series represents the high-end capacity tier of this family, suitable for complex designs requiring significant logic resources and embedded memory.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

Direct pin-compatible substitutes include other members of the ProASIC3 Flash family such as the A3P1000-1FGG256T for BGA packaging or lower-density variants like the A3P250 if resource usage permits. Verify that the replacement maintains the required I/O count and voltage levels.