A3P400-1FGG256

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The A3P400-1FGG256 is a ProASIC3 Flash Field Programmable Gate Array manufactured by Microchip Technology. It features 400,000 system gates and 55,296 bits of embedded RAM within a 256-pin FBGA package. The device operates with a supply voltage range of 1.425 V to 1.575 V and supports up to 178 I/Os. It achieves maximum operating frequencies of 310 MHz and functions within a temperature range of -40°C to +85°C.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• Flash-based non-volatile architecture enabling instant-on functionality without external configuration memory
• Support for mixed-voltage I/O standards including LVCMOS and LVTTL across multiple banks
• Integrated triple clock controller blocks with phase-shift capabilities for precise timing control

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• Industrial automation control systems requiring deterministic logic processing
• Telecommunications infrastructure interface management
• Automotive electronics applications demanding high reliability and low power consumption

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'I' indicates industrial temperature rating when sourcing replacements. Confirm RoHS compliance status as manufacturing sites may vary. Check for moisture sensitivity level requirements during storage and handling. Ensure ECAD models match the exact pinout for the 256-FPBGA package.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this component for designs requiring moderate logic density with immediate boot-up capability. Compare against A3P400-2FGG256I if higher speed grades are unnecessary. Consider the A3P1000 series if greater gate counts or larger embedded memory resources are required for complex implementations.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This part belongs to the ProASIC3 family, which bridges the gap between ASICs and SRAM-based FPGAs. It offers lower power consumption than comparable SRAM devices while providing reprogrammability. The family is widely used in space, defense, and industrial sectors due to its radiation tolerance and long-term availability.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

A3P400-2FGG256I serves as a faster speed-grade alternative within the same package. M1A3P1000-FGG256I provides increased capacity and integrated ARM Cortex-M1 support but differs in logic density.