A54SX72A-FGG256

Overview

The A54SX72A-FGG256 is a Field Programmable Gate Array from the SX-A family, manufactured by Microchip Technology. It features 108,000 system gates and 6,036 logic modules within a 256-pin Fine Pitch Ball Grid Array (FBGA) package. The device supports up to 203 user-programmable I/O pins and operates on a 0.22 μm / 0.25 μm CMOS antifuse process. Supply voltage ranges from 2.25V to 5.25V, with an industrial temperature grade of -40°C to +85°C.

Feature Summary

• Nonvolatile single-chip solution utilizing metal-to-metal programmable antifuse technology for permanent interconnection.
• Hot-swap compliant I/Os allowing insertion into active systems without power sequencing requirements.
• Configurable I/O standards supporting mixed-voltage operation including 3.3V/5V PCI, 5V TTL, and 2.5V LVCMOS2.
• Integrated Boundary-Scan Testing (BST) compliant with IEEE Standard 1149.1 (JTAG) for diagnostic verification.

Applications

• High-performance digital signal processing requiring deterministic timing.
• Industrial control systems necessitating hot-swappable interface capabilities.
• Complex state machine implementations utilizing dedicated flip-flops and fast routing resources.
• Secure embedded designs protected by Actel Secure Programming Technology.

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix 'I' confirms the Industrial temperature range (-40°C to +85°C). Confirm the 'FG' package designation corresponds to the 1.0 mm Fine Pitch Ball Grid Array. Ensure compatibility with the SX-A family design tools and check for any relevant Product Change Notices regarding manufacturing or software updates.

Selection Notes

Select this model when 108,000 system gates and 6,036 logic modules are required. The -F speed grade indicates performance approximately 40% slower than the standard grade. Verify that the 256-pin FBGA package fits the board layout constraints. Consider the availability of quadrant clocks if complex clock distribution across the die is necessary.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Actel SX-A family of FPGAs, which are characterized by their nonvolatile antifuse architecture. The family offers various gate counts and package options, ranging from small PQFP packages to large FBGA configurations. The SX-A series is designed for applications demanding low power consumption and high reliability in a single-chip solution.

Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided documentation. Cross-referencing should be performed carefully as antifuse devices are one-time programmable and pinouts may vary significantly between different FPGA families or manufacturers.