A3PE3000L-FG896I

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The A3PE3000L-FG896I is a Field Programmable Gate Array from the ProASIC3 Low Power Flash family, manufactured by Microchip Technology. It features 75,264 configurable logic blocks and approximately 3,000,000 system gates. The device supports a maximum operating frequency of 350 MHz and includes up to 504 kbits of true dual-port SRAM. It utilizes a 1.5 V core voltage with support for I/O voltages ranging from 1.14 V to 3.6 V. The component is housed in an FBGA-896 package with a -40°C to +85°C industrial temperature range.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• Flash-based non-volatile architecture enabling live at power-up operation without external configuration memory.
• Integrated ARM Cortex-M1 soft processor core for embedded control applications.
• Low-power design with Flash*Freeze technology for instantaneous entry into low-power states.
• Supports high-speed differential I/O standards including LVDS and B-LVDS.

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• High-density digital signal processing systems
• Industrial automation controllers requiring instant boot times
• Telecommunications infrastructure hardware
• Secure embedded systems utilizing on-chip AES decryption

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'FG896I' against official Microchip documentation to confirm pinout compatibility and temperature grade. Ensure that the required I/O voltage levels match the device's supported ranges. Check for end-of-life status or obsolescence notices prior to finalizing procurement plans.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this model when high gate density is required alongside immediate power-up functionality. Compare against standard ProASIC3 variants if lower cost is prioritized over low-power features. Consider the FBGA-896 package constraints regarding PCB layout complexity and thermal management requirements during the design phase.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This component belongs to the ProASIC3L series, which focuses on reducing dynamic and static power consumption compared to previous generations. It serves as a bridge between complex ASICs and larger FPGAs, offering reprogrammability with flash reliability. The 'L' designation specifically indicates the low-power variant within the broader ProASIC3 ecosystem.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

Direct pin-compatible replacements within the same package include other members of the A3PE3000L family, such as the A3PE3000L-1FGG896I. Verify functional equivalence regarding the integrated ARM core and SRAM capacity before substituting.