A42MX16-1PQG100I

Overview

The A42MX16-1PQG100I is a field-programmable gate array (FPGA) from the Microchip MX family, housed in a PQFP-100 surface-mount package. It provides 608 logic elements and approximately 24,000 system gates. The device supports mixed-voltage operation with a core voltage range of 3.0V to 3.6V and an I/O voltage range of 4.5V to 5.5V. It features 83 user-programmable I/O pins and operates within a commercial temperature range of -40°C to +85°C.

Feature Summary

• Supports mixed-voltage operation for both core and I/O domains
• Enables up to 100% resource utilization and pin locking
• Provides deterministic, user-controllable timing characteristics

Applications

• High-speed controllers
• Address decoding circuits
• Peripheral bus interfaces

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix '1' against official datasheets to confirm the speed grade and performance tier. Ensure the PQFP-100 package matches the target PCB footprint. Confirm RoHS compliance status and moisture sensitivity level requirements for the assembly process before procurement.

Selection Notes

Select this component when a single-chip ASIC alternative is required for consolidating multiple PAL or CPLD functions. Consider the MX family architecture for designs needing high performance with short development cycles. Evaluate the 24K gate capacity against the design complexity to ensure sufficient resources are available.

Part Context

This part belongs to the Microsemi/Actel A42MX16 series, which offers high-capacity FPGA solutions. The series is designed to replace complex discrete logic by integrating significant gate counts into a single chip. It is part of the broader MX family known for cost-effective design solutions at 5V operation levels.

Replacement Considerations

Compatible variants within the same package include the A42MX16-PQG100A and A42MX16-PQG100I. Verify if the speed grade difference between suffixes affects the specific application timing requirements.