AGL250V2-VQ100I

Overview

The M1AGL250V2-VQ100I is an ARM-enabled IGLOO FPGA from Microchip Technology, utilizing a 130-nm flash process. It integrates a 32-bit Cortex-M1 soft processor and provides 250,000 system gates with 68 user I/Os in a VQFP-100 package. The device operates on a core voltage range of 1.14 V to 1.575 V and supports industrial temperatures from -40°C to +85°C. Key features include Flash*Freeze technology for ultra-low power retention (5 µW), Instant On capability without external boot PROMs, and support for mixed-voltage I/O standards up to 3.3V.

Feature Summary

• Integrates a high-performance 32-bit ARM Cortex-M1 soft processor implemented within the FPGA fabric.
• Features Flash*Freeze technology enabling rapid entry into ultra-low power modes while retaining SRAM and register data.
• Provides nonvolatile flash configuration allowing Instant On operation without external configuration memory components.
• Supports mixed-voltage I/O banks operating at 1.2V, 1.5V, 1.8V, 2.5V, and 3.3V levels.

Applications

• Portable electronics requiring low static power consumption and instant-on functionality.
• Secure embedded systems utilizing AES encryption for intellectual property protection.
• Industrial control applications needing reprogrammable logic with mixed-voltage interface capabilities.

Procurement Notes

Verify that the specific ordering suffix corresponds to the required temperature grade and packaging type. Confirm export compliance requirements as this product may require additional documentation for shipment from the United States. Ensure design tools are licensed for the ARM Cortex-M1 integration if applicable.

Selection Notes

Select this model when a combined FPGA and microcontroller solution is required to reduce component count. The VQ100 package offers a balance of pin count and footprint size. Consider the 1.2V core voltage option for minimum power dissipation compared to 1.5V operation. Verify that the 68 available I/Os meet the system interface requirements.

Part Context

This part belongs to the M1IGLOO family, which extends the standard IGLOO flash FPGA architecture by embedding an ARM Cortex-M1 processor. Unlike standard AGL250 devices, these parts do not support AES decryption due to the processor integration. They share architectural similarities with the AGL250 but offer enhanced processing capabilities for complex embedded tasks.

Replacement Considerations

Standard AGL250V2 devices lack the integrated Cortex-M1 processor. If processor functionality is not required, an AGL250V2 variant may be considered, though software compatibility will differ. No direct pin-compatible substitutes with identical ARM integration are documented in the provided datasheet.