AGL125V5-FG144I

Overview

The AGL125V5-FG144I 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 a 144-pin Fine Pitch Ball Grid Array (FG144) package. The device operates with a core voltage range of 1.2 V to 1.5 V and supports an industrial temperature range of -40°C to +85°C. Key specifications include up to 97 user I/Os, 36 kbits of true dual-port SRAM, and 1 kbit of FlashROM. It incorporates Flash*Freeze technology for ultra-low power consumption while retaining data.

Feature Summary

• Flash*Freeze technology enables rapid entry into and exit from an ultra-low power mode that consumes as little as 16 µW while maintaining FPGA content and register data.
• Nonvolatile flash architecture provides Instant On Level 0 support, eliminating the need for external configuration PROMs and ensuring firm-error immunity against high-energy neutrons.
• Integrated security features include FlashLock protection and AES-128 decryption capabilities via JTAG for secure in-system programming and intellectual property protection.

Applications

• Portable electronics requiring low static power and instant-on functionality
• Industrial control systems needing firm-error immunity and reliable operation
• Secure embedded applications utilizing AES encryption for remote field updates

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix 'V5' indicates a 1.5 V only core voltage supply requirement, distinct from the 'V2' variant which supports a wider 1.2 V to 1.5 V range. Confirm the 'I' suffix corresponds to the industrial temperature grade (-40°C to +85°C). Ensure the FG144 package pitch and dimensions match the target PCB footprint requirements before finalizing procurement.

Selection Notes

Select this component when a nonvolatile FPGA solution with immediate boot capability is required without external configuration memory. The 125,000 gate count suits moderate complexity logic designs. Consider the 1.5 V only constraint if the system design cannot accommodate the lower 1.2 V core voltage option available in other variants. Verify that the 97 available I/Os meet the interface requirements for the specific application.

Part Context

This part belongs to the IGLOO Low Power Flash FPGA family, characterized by its 130-nm process technology and single-chip reprogrammability. It serves as a cost-effective alternative to ASICs for mid-volume production runs. The device integrates VersaTile logic blocks, dedicated SRAM/FIFO memory, and Clock Conditioning Circuits (CCC) with PLLs for flexible clock management.

Replacement Considerations

The AGL125V2-FG144I is a pin-compatible alternative within the same package offering a wider core voltage range (1.2 V to 1.5 V). Designers must verify if the system can support the lower voltage or if the 1.5 V only constraint of the V5 variant is necessary for compatibility with existing power rails.