A3P250-1VQG100

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The A3P250-1VQG100 is a ProASIC3 Flash Field Programmable Gate Array manufactured by Microchip Technology. It features 250,000 system gates and 68 I/O pins within a VQFP-100 package. The device operates at a maximum frequency of 272 MHz with a core voltage range of 1.425 V to 1.575 V. It supports an industrial temperature range from 0°C to +70°C. The FPGA includes 36 kbit of embedded SRAM and utilizes non-volatile Flash technology for instant-on configuration without external memory requirements.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• Instant-on operation enabled by non-volatile Flash configuration technology
• Supports mixed-voltage I/O standards including LVCMOS and LVTTL levels
• Integrated PLL blocks for clock management and phase shifting

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• Industrial control systems requiring low power consumption
• Consumer electronics with instant-on functionality needs
• Automotive infotainment and body control modules

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix '1VQG100' against the official Microchip datasheet DS0097 to confirm the speed grade, package type, and temperature range match your design requirements. Ensure compatibility with existing PCB footprints for the VQFP-100 package. Confirm RoHS compliance status through current manufacturer documentation before finalizing procurement orders.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this component when a mid-range gate count with instant-on capability is required. Compare against the standard A3P250-VQG100 if extended temperature ranges are needed. Consider the M1A3P250 variant if integrated ARM Cortex-M1 processing is necessary alongside programmable logic resources.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This part belongs to the ProASIC3 Flash family, which bridges the gap between ASICs and SRAM-based FPGAs. It offers lower power consumption than SRAM counterparts while providing reprogrammability. The A3P250 series is designed for cost-sensitive applications requiring moderate logic density and high reliability in compact packages.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

Direct pin-compatible replacements within the same family include the A3P250-VQG100 (standard temperature) or A3P250-1FGG256 (different package). Verify that any substitute maintains the same I/O count and voltage specifications to ensure board-level compatibility.