A3P250-FG256

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The A3P250-FG256 is a Field Programmable Gate Array from the Microchip ProASIC3 Flash family. It features 3,000 logic elements and 250,000 system gates. The device includes 36 kbit of embedded memory and supports up to 157 user I/Os. It operates within a voltage range of 1.425 V to 1.575 V and functions at temperatures between 0°C and +85°C. The maximum operating frequency is 350 MHz. It is housed in an FBGA-256 package.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• Reprogrammable flash technology enables live-at-power-up operation without external configuration memory.
• Supports mixed-voltage I/O standards including LVCMOS, LVTTL, LVDS, and PCI/PCI-X.
• Includes six Clock Conditioning Circuit blocks with integrated PLL capabilities.

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• Industrial control systems requiring non-volatile programmability
• Telecommunications infrastructure interfaces
• Military and aerospace avionics applications

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix against official datasheets to confirm temperature grade and package variant. Confirm RoHS compliance status as it may vary by production batch. Check for export restrictions or additional documentation requirements before ordering. Ensure the supplier provides valid traceability documents for quality assurance purposes.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this component when a non-volatile FPGA solution is required to eliminate external configuration chips. Compare logic density and I/O count against larger ProASIC3 models if higher capacity is needed. Verify that the FBGA-256 package dimensions fit the target PCB layout constraints.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This part belongs to the ProASIC3 Flash family, which bridges the gap between ASICs and standard FPGAs. It offers the flexibility of programmable logic with the instant-on capability of flash technology. The family is designed for high-reliability applications where power cycling does not result in configuration loss.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

Check for pin-compatible upgrades within the ProASIC3 series, such as the A3P400 or A3P600, if higher logic density is required. Verify that any replacement maintains the same FBGA-256 footprint and electrical specifications.