A3PN250-VQ100I

Overview

The A3PN250-VQ100I is a ProASIC3 nano Flash Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) manufactured by Microchip Technology. It features 250,000 system gates and supports up to 71 user I/Os within a 100-pin TQFP package. The device operates on a core supply voltage ranging from 1.425V to 1.575V and includes up to 36 kbits of True Dual-Port SRAM. Designed for industrial environments, it functions reliably between -40°C and +100°C junction temperature. Key capabilities include instant-on non-volatile flash configuration, mixed-voltage I/O support, and integrated Clock Conditioning Circuits with PLLs.

Feature Summary

• Instant-on non-volatile flash technology retains programmed designs when powered off without external memory
• Supports mixed-voltage I/O banks operating at 1.5 V, 1.8 V, 2.5 V, and 3.3 V levels
• Integrates Clock Conditioning Circuits (CCC) with Phase-Locked Loops (PLL) for advanced clock management
• Provides in-system programming and security via JTAG-compliant AES decryption

Applications

• Industrial control systems requiring instant-on operation
• Mixed-voltage interface bridging between different logic families
• Secure embedded applications utilizing hardware encryption features
• Signal processing tasks supported by integrated DSP blocks and SRAM

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'VQ100I' confirms the 100-pin TQFP package and industrial temperature range (-40°C to +100°C). Confirm RoHS compliance status as manufacturing processes may vary. Ensure design files match the ProASIC3 nano architecture constraints. Check for any recent Product Change Notifications regarding packaging or assembly sites.

Selection Notes

Select this component when non-vatile configuration and low power consumption are critical. Compare gate density against A3PN125 if resources are limited. Verify I/O voltage requirements align with the bank-selectable feature set. Consider the 100-pin form factor for board space constraints relative to BGA options.

Part Context

This part belongs to the ProASIC3 nano family, which bridges the gap between standard ASICs and larger FPGAs. It utilizes a 130-nm flash process to offer reprogrammability with the persistence of EEPROMs. The series emphasizes low power and high performance for cost-sensitive embedded applications.

Replacement Considerations

Direct pin-compatible replacements within the same family include A3PN125 variants for lower density needs. Higher density options like A3PE series may require schematic adjustments due to architectural differences. Verify that substitute parts maintain the required industrial temperature rating and package dimensions.