A3P250-VQ100M

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The A3P250-VQ100M is a Flash-based Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) belonging to the ProASIC3 family, manufactured by Microchip Technology. It features 250,000 system gates and 3,000 logic elements within a 100-pin VQFP package. The device operates with a supply voltage range of 1.425V to 1.575V and supports an industrial temperature range from -40°C to +85°C. Key specifications include up to 144 kbits of true dual-port SRAM and support for mixed-voltage I/O standards including LVCMOS and LVTTL.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• Non-volatile Flash technology enables instant-on operation without external configuration memory.
• Supports mixed-voltage I/O banks allowing compatibility with various logic families.
• Includes integrated PLL blocks for clock management and frequency synthesis.

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• Industrial control systems requiring non-volatile programmability
• Automotive electronics applications
• Telecommunications infrastructure

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'M' against official Microchip documentation to confirm if it denotes a military-grade temperature range or specific reliability standard, as standard commercial variants typically use 'V'. Confirm RoHS compliance status and current production lifecycle status directly with the manufacturer or authorized distributors before procurement.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this component when instant-on capability and low static power consumption are required. Ensure the design utilizes the 1.5V core voltage correctly. Verify that the 100-pin VQFP package meets the PCB footprint constraints and that the I/O requirements align with the available bank configurations.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This part belongs to the ProASIC3 Flash FPGA family, which bridges the gap between ASICs and traditional SRAM FPGAs. It offers the reprogrammability of FPGAs with the non-volatility of FLASH, making it suitable for high-reliability applications where configuration data retention is critical without external boot devices.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

Check for pin-compatible alternatives within the ProASIC3 family such as the A3P060 or A3P125 if gate count adjustments are permissible. For upgraded performance, consider the PolarFire or IGLOO2 families, though these require significant schematic and layout redesigns due to architectural differences.