A3P250-FG144

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The A3P250-FG144 is a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) belonging to the Microchip ProASIC3 family. It features 660 logic elements and 250,000 system gates, housed in a 144-pin Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FPBGA-144) package. The device supports up to 97 user I/Os and includes 36 kbit of embedded SRAM. Operating voltage ranges from 1.425 V to 1.575 V, with an industrial temperature range of 0°C to +85°C. It utilizes non-volatile flash technology for instant power-up functionality.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• Non-volatile Flash-based architecture enables Live at Power-Up (LAPU) operation without external configuration memory.
• Supports mixed-voltage I/O banks allowing flexible interfacing with various peripheral standards.
• Integrated Clock Conditioning Circuits (CCC) and Phase-Locked Loops (PLL) for precise clock management.

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• Industrial control systems requiring deterministic boot times
• Automotive electronics interfaces
• Telecommunications signal processing

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify component authenticity through authorized Microchip distributors or certified partners. Confirm RoHS compliance status as older revisions may not meet current environmental directives. Ensure proper ESD handling procedures are followed during storage and installation to prevent damage to the sensitive CMOS structure.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this model when instant-on capability is critical and external configuration flash is undesirable. Compare against the M1A3P250 variant if radiation tolerance is required for space applications. Verify that the 144-pin FPBGA footprint aligns with existing PCB layout constraints and thermal dissipation requirements.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This component is part of the ProASIC3 family, designed to bridge the gap between ASICs and standard FPGAs. It offers lower power consumption and higher density than earlier Actel designs. The A3P250 specifically targets mid-range logic density applications needing robustness and simplicity.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

Direct functional substitutes include the M1A3P250 for military/radiation-hardened environments. For pin-compatible upgrades within the same package, consider the A3P060 for lower density needs or the A3P400 for increased logic resources, provided software reconfiguration is performed.