A3PE3000L-FG896

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The A3PE3000L-FG896 is a ProASIC3L low-power flash FPGA manufactured by Microchip Technology. It features 3,000,000 system gates and 75,264 configurable logic blocks (CLBs). The device supports up to 620 user I/Os and includes up to 504 kbits of true dual-port SRAM. It operates with core and I/O voltages ranging from 1.14 V to 1.575 V. The maximum operating frequency is 250 MHz. It is housed in an FBGA-896 package and supports industrial temperature ranges.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• Flash-based non-volatile technology enabling live-at-power-up operation without external configuration memory.
• Integrated ARM Cortex-M1 soft processor core for embedded control applications.
• Low-power architecture with Flash*Freeze mode for instantaneous power savings.
• Support for multiple single-ended and differential I/O standards.

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• Industrial automation controllers requiring deterministic boot times.
• Telecommunications infrastructure equipment needing high reliability.
• Medical imaging systems utilizing embedded processing capabilities.
• Automotive electronics demanding robust flash-based programmability.

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix against official Microchip documentation to confirm voltage range and temperature grade. Confirm RoHS compliance status as it varies by manufacturing date. Check for End-of-Life notifications or production discontinuation notices prior to procurement planning. Ensure supply chain sources provide valid traceability documents.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this component when non-volatile flash technology is required to eliminate external configuration devices. Compare gate density and I/O count against alternative ProASIC3 family members. Evaluate power consumption requirements against the low-power L-series specifications. Verify package compatibility with existing PCB footprints for the FBGA-896 form factor.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This part belongs to the Microchip ProASIC3L family, which combines high-density flash FPGA fabric with embedded ARM Cortex-M1 processors. It is designed for applications requiring secure, low-power, and reliable programmable logic solutions. The family offers reprogrammable flash technology with high radiation tolerance options.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

Direct pin-compatible replacements within the ProASIC3L family include A3PE3000L variants with different speed grades or packages. Cross-family migration to PolarFire or IGLOO2 may require design adaptation but offers modernized features. Consult Microchip for current lifecycle status and recommended obsolescence alternatives.