AGL125V2-CS196

Overview

The AGL125V2-CS196 is a flash-based Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) from the IGLOO family, manufactured by Microchip Technology. It features 125,000 system gates and 3,072 VersaTiles within an industrial temperature grade (-40°C to +85°C). The device utilizes a 130-nm process with a core voltage range of 1.2 V to 1.5 V. It provides 133 user I/Os in a CS196 package (8x8 mm footprint). Key specifications include up to 36 kbits of dual-port SRAM, 1 kbit of FlashROM, and support for AES-protected In-System Programming.

Feature Summary

• Flash*Freeze technology enables ultra-low power consumption while retaining configuration data without external components.
• Instant On capability allows immediate operation upon power-up without requiring external boot PROMs.
• Integrated AES decryption engine supports secure In-System Programming via JTAG.
• Nonvolatile flash architecture ensures immunity to firm errors caused by high-energy neutrons.

Applications

• Portable electronics requiring low static and dynamic power consumption
• Secure remote field updates utilizing AES encryption
• Systems requiring instant-on functionality and simplified initialization

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'I' confirms the industrial temperature range (-40°C to +85°C) and 'CS196' denotes the Chip Scale Package. Confirm RoHS compliance status as packaging options vary. Ensure design tools are compatible with the IGLOO V2 series architecture before procurement.

Selection Notes

Select this model for designs needing 125k system gates with mixed-voltage I/O support. Compare against AGL250V2 if higher logic density or additional RAM is required. Verify that the CS196 package dimensions fit the PCB layout constraints compared to FG144 alternatives.

Part Context

This component belongs to the IGLOO Low Power Flash FPGA family. It shares architectural similarities with other V2 devices but differs in gate count and package availability. It serves as a cost-effective alternative to ASICs for mid-density logic applications.

Replacement Considerations

AGL125V2-FG144I offers pin-compatible logic in a Ball Grid Array package. AGL250V2-CS196I provides double the logic resources in the same package footprint. Verify software toolchain compatibility when migrating between these variants.

FAQ

Does the AGL125V2-CS196 support ARM Cortex-M1 processors?

No, only devices with part numbers starting with M1AGL support the ARM Cortex-M1 soft processor.

What is the maximum operating frequency for this device?

The datasheet specifies system performance up to 250 MHz at 1.5V and 160 MHz at 1.2V.

Is external configuration memory required?

No, the nonvolatile flash technology allows the device to be Instant On without external boot PROMs.