A3P250-1VQ100M

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The A3P250-1VQ100M is a ProASIC3 Flash FPGA from Microchip Technology, featuring 250,000 system gates and 6,144 configurable logic blocks. It operates with a supply voltage range of 1.425 V to 1.575 V for the core and supports mixed-voltage I/O banks at 1.5 V, 1.8 V, 2.5 V, and 3.3 V. The device provides up to 97 user I/Os and includes 144 kbits of true dual-port SRAM. It utilizes a non-volatile flash process for instant power-up functionality and is housed in a 100-pin VQFP package.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• Instant power-up capability via non-volatile flash technology eliminates external configuration memory requirements.
• Supports mixed-voltage I/O standards including LVCMOS, LVTTL, LVDS, and PCI/PCI-X across selectable banks.
• Integrates Configurable Clocking Blocks (CCBs) with Phase-Locked Loops for precise clock management.

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• Industrial control systems requiring deterministic boot times
• Telecommunications infrastructure equipment
• Automotive electronic control units

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'M' against official Microchip documentation to confirm if it denotes a military-grade temperature rating or a specific tape-and-reel packaging variant. Standard commercial versions typically use suffixes like 'VQG'. Ensure the ordering information matches the exact voltage and temperature specifications required for the target application environment.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this component when a mid-range gate count with integrated ARM Cortex-M1 support is needed alongside standard ProASIC3 features. Compare against the M1A3P250 series if soft processor integration is required. Verify that the 100-pin VQFP package dimensions fit the PCB layout constraints and that the thermal dissipation characteristics are adequate for the operating environment.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This part belongs to the ProASIC3 Flash family, which bridges the gap between ASICs and SRAM-based FPGAs by offering non-volatility. It serves as a drop-in replacement for many complex PLDs and older flash FPGA designs, providing higher density and lower power consumption compared to previous generations while maintaining pin compatibility within the family.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

Direct pin-compatible replacements within the ProASIC3 family include the A3P250-1VQG100 for commercial grade. For enhanced performance with embedded processing, consider the M1A3P250-1VQG100. Always verify that the alternative part number meets the specific voltage and temperature requirements of the original design.