A3P250-FG256I

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The A3P250-FG256I is a ProASIC3 Flash Field Programmable Gate Array manufactured by Microchip Technology. It features 250,000 system gates and 3,000 logic elements within a 256-pin FineLine BGA package. The device includes 36 kbit of embedded memory and supports up to 157 user I/Os. It operates on a 1.5 V supply voltage with a range of 1.425 V to 1.575 V. The component supports maximum operating frequencies of 350 MHz and functions within an industrial temperature range of 0°C to +85°C.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• Flash-based non-volatile architecture enabling live at power-up operation without external configuration memory
• Support for mixed-voltage I/O standards including LVCMOS, LVTTL, LVDS, and PCI/PCI-X across selectable banks
• Integrated Clock Conditioning Circuits (CCC) with PLL capabilities for advanced clock management

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• Industrial control systems requiring deterministic boot times
• Telecommunications infrastructure equipment
• Automotive electronics applications

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'FG256I' to confirm the 256-pin FBGA package and industrial temperature rating. Confirm RoHS compliance status as documentation indicates variations within the family. Ensure design files account for the moisture sensitivity level and recommended reflow profiles specified in the official datasheet.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this model when a mid-range gate count FPGA with instant-on capability is required. Compare against the A3P250-VQ100I if a smaller QFP package is preferred, or the A3P1000 if higher logic density is necessary. Verify that the 157 available I/Os meet the interface requirements for the target application.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This component belongs to the ProASIC3 Flash family, which bridges the gap between ASICs and standard FPGAs by offering low power consumption and non-volatile storage. It serves as a drop-in replacement for many complex PALs and GALs while providing significantly higher programmability and performance for digital logic designs.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

Pin-compatible alternatives within the ProASIC3 family include the A3P060, A3P125, and A3P400. These parts share the same package footprint but differ in logic capacity and memory size. Verify software compatibility before substituting.