A42MX16-PQ208

Overview

The A42MX16-PQ208 is a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) from the Microchip MX series, manufactured by Microchip Technology. It features 36,000 system gates and 912 Logic Elements (LEs). The device includes 0 bits of embedded memory and provides 176 I/O pins. It operates within a supply voltage range of 4.5 V to 5.5 V and supports an operating temperature range of -40°C to +125°C. The component is housed in a PQFP-208 surface-mount package.

Feature Summary

• Single-chip ASIC alternative solution for consolidating logic previously implemented in multiple PALs, CPLDs, and FPGAs.
• Supports mixed-voltage operation with 5.0V or 3.3V core and I/O configurations.
• Features deterministic, user-controllable timing and up to 100% resource utilization with pin locking.

Applications

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

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix against official documentation, as variants like A42MX16-PQ208A differ in temperature grade. Confirm RoHS compliance status, as some listings indicate non-compliance for older revisions. Check for End-of-Life notifications, as discontinuance notices exist for related MX family parts. Ensure the supplier source is authorized to avoid counterfeit components.

Selection Notes

Select this model for applications requiring high-density logic in a PQFP-208 package. Compare with A42MX16-PQG100I if a smaller footprint is acceptable. Verify that the 5V-only operation aligns with system power rails, as other MX variants support 3.3V. Consider the industrial temperature range (-40°C to +125°C) for harsh environments.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Microchip 40MX and 42MX FPGA families, which offer cost-effective design solutions at 5V. These devices provide high performance while shortening system design cycles. The family ranges from 3,000 to 54,000 system gates, with the A42MX16 representing the mid-range capacity tier.

Replacement Considerations

Publicly confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided data. Related models include A42MX16-PQG100I and A42MX16-PQG100A, though these utilize different packages (PQFP-100 vs. PQFP-208).