A3P250L-1FG256

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The A3P250L-1FG256 is a ProASIC3L Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) manufactured by Microsemi Corporation. It features 250,000 system gates and 36,864 bits of total embedded RAM. The device operates with a core supply voltage range of 1.14V to 1.575V and supports up to 97 user I/Os. It is housed in a 144-LBGA package with dimensions of 13x13 mm. The component supports an operating junction temperature range from 0°C to 85°C and has a Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) of 3.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• Utilizes low-power flash technology for instant-on operation without external configuration memory
• Supports mixed-voltage I/O standards including LVCMOS and LVTTL across multiple banks
• Includes embedded True Dual-Port SRAM blocks for data storage and processing

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• Low-power industrial control systems requiring non-volatile configuration
• Embedded logic interfaces in consumer electronics
• Signal processing applications utilizing embedded memory resources

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix '1' indicates the commercial temperature grade and speed bin as documented in the official datasheet. Confirm the 144-LBGA package type matches the design footprint requirements. Check current availability status as this series may have limited production support compared to newer families.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this model when low power consumption is critical and instant-on functionality is required. Ensure the design fits within the 250k gate and 36k-bit RAM limits. Verify that the 0°C to 85°C operating range meets the environmental conditions of the target application.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This part belongs to the ProASIC3L family, which is optimized for low-power applications compared to the standard ProASIC3 series. It shares architectural similarities with other members like the A3P250 but offers reduced power consumption suitable for battery-operated or thermally constrained environments.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

Direct pin-compatible replacements within the same family include the A3P250L-1FGG256 if the FBGA variant is acceptable. For higher performance needs, consider the A3P500L series, though gate counts and I/O availability will differ significantly.