A42MX16-FVQ100

Overview

The A42MX16-FVQ100 is a Flash-based Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) from the Microchip MX family, designed as a single-chip ASIC alternative. It features 24,000 system gates and 608 Logic Elements within a 100-pin FineLine BGA package. The device supports mixed-voltage operation with core voltages of 3.3 V or 5.0 V and I/Os compliant with PCI standards. Key performance metrics include a maximum clock frequency of 250 MHz, 5.6 ns clock-to-out delay, and up to 2.5 kbits of configurable dual-port SRAM. It operates across commercial, industrial, automotive, and military temperature ranges.

Feature Summary

• Flash-based non-volatile architecture enabling instant-on functionality without external configuration memory.
• Supports mixed-voltage operation for both core logic and I/O interfaces, including PCI-compliant levels.
• Provides deterministic, user-controllable timing with up to 100% resource utilization and pin locking capabilities.
• Includes unique in-system diagnostic and verification capabilities via Silicon Explorer II.

Applications

• High-speed controllers and address decoding systems.
• Peripheral bus interface implementations.
• DSP and co-processor functions requiring high performance.

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'FVQ' corresponds to the FineLine BGA package and intended temperature grade against the official datasheet. Confirm RoHS compliance status and moisture sensitivity level prior to ordering. Ensure design tools support the MX family architecture for accurate synthesis and implementation.

Selection Notes

Select this model when a non-volatile FPGA solution is required to eliminate external configuration flash components. Compare gate counts and I/O availability against similar MX series devices like the A42MX09 or A54SX16. Verify that the 100-pin FineLine BGA package fits the board space constraints and thermal requirements of the target application.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Microchip Actel MX family of Flash FPGAs. These devices are engineered to replace complex discrete logic or CPLDs in compact designs. The A42MX16 variant offers a mid-range capacity within the family, balancing gate density with power efficiency for embedded control applications.

Replacement Considerations

Direct replacements within the same package and pinout may include other variants from the A42MX16 series with different speed grades or temperature ratings, such as A42MX16-VQG100A, provided the electrical specifications meet the design requirements.