A42MX16-1PQ208

Overview

The A42MX16-1PQ208 is a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) from the Microchip MX series, housed in a 208-pin PQFP package. It features approximately 36,000 system gates and 912 Logic Elements. The device includes up to 2.5 kbits of configurable dual-port SRAM and supports up to 202 user-programmable I/O pins. Operating voltages include 3V to 3.6V and 4.75V to 5.25V. It offers high performance with a 5.6 ns clock-to-out delay and 250 MHz capability.

Feature Summary

• Single-chip ASIC alternative integrating logic previously requiring multiple PALs, CPLDs, or FPGAs
• Mixed-voltage operation supporting both 5.0V and 3.3V core and I/O configurations
• Deterministic, user-controllable timing with up to 100% resource utilization and pin locking

Applications

• High-speed controllers
• Address decoding
• Peripheral bus interfaces
• DSP and co-processor functions

Procurement Notes

Verify component status as end-of-life notifications may apply. Confirm RoHS compliance and moisture sensitivity level prior to integration. Check for official Product Change Notices regarding assembly site changes or software updates. Ensure supply chain sources provide authentic Microchip Technology products with valid traceability documentation.

Selection Notes

Select this model for designs requiring mixed-voltage compatibility and deterministic timing. Compare gate counts against specific logic requirements. Verify package availability and thermal characteristics for the target application environment. Consider legacy support needs when choosing between commercial and military temperature grades within the MX family.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Microchip 40MX and 42MX FPGA families, designed as cost-effective solutions for consolidating complex logic. These devices serve as single-chip alternatives to traditional programmable logic, offering high performance and shortened development cycles for embedded applications.

Replacement Considerations

Direct substitutes within the same package and functionality include the A42MX16-PQ208A. Other variants in the A42MX16 series may offer different temperature ranges or suffixes but require verification of electrical specifications and pin compatibility.