A3P125-1QNG132I

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The A3P125-1QNG132I is a ProASIC3 Flash FPGA featuring 125,000 system gates and 3,072 VersaTiles. It operates at a maximum clock frequency of 350 MHz with up to 133 user I/Os in the QN132 package. The device includes 36 kbits of True Dual-Port SRAM and 1 kbit of nonvolatile FlashROM. It supports mixed-voltage I/O (1.5 V, 1.8 V, 2.5 V, 3.3 V) and features six Clock Conditioning Circuits (CCC), one with an integrated PLL. Operating temperature range is -40°C to +100°C.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• Nonvolatile flash technology enables instant-on operation without external boot PROMs.
• Integrated AES decryption engine provides secure in-system programming and IP protection.
• Flexible I/O structure supports mixed-voltage standards and hot-swap capabilities.

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• CompactFlash card interfaces
• Secure remote field updates
• System initialization logic

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix 'I' confirms the industrial temperature range (-40°C to +100°C). Confirm the 'G' suffix indicates RoHS-compliant packaging if required by your bill of materials. Ensure the QN132 package dimensions match your PCB footprint constraints.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this device for designs requiring 125,000 system gates with nonvolatile configuration. Verify that the QN132 package provides sufficient I/O count for your interface requirements. Consider the integrated PLL for clock synthesis needs within the 1.5 MHz to 350 MHz input range.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This component belongs to the Microsemi ProASIC3 Flash family, which utilizes a 130-nm CMOS process. It serves as a low-power, single-chip solution replacing ASICs or SRAM-based FPGAs in applications demanding immediate power-up functionality and design security.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

Check the ProASIC3E Flash Family datasheet for higher density options. Verify pin compatibility with other QN132 packages in the ProASIC3 family before substitution.

Field Programmable Gate Array FAQ

Does the A3P125 support LVDS differential I/O?

No, LVDS-capable I/Os are supported only on A3P250 devices and above.

What is the function of the embedded FlashROM?

The 1 kbit FlashROM stores user nonvolatile data such as calibration settings, serial numbers, or encryption keys.

Is AES encryption available for ARM-enabled versions?

ARM-enabled ProASIC3 devices do not support user-controlled AES security mechanisms; the core logic remains encrypted but user access to FlashROM encryption is restricted.