AGL250V2-VQG100I

Overview

The M1AGL250V2-VQG100I is an ARM-enabled IGLOOe flash FPGA manufactured by Microchip Technology. It features a 32-bit Cortex-M1 soft processor and 250,000 system gates with 6,144 VersaTiles. The device operates on a core voltage of 1.2 V to 1.5 V and supports up to 68 user I/Os in a VQFP-100 package. It includes 36 kbits of embedded SRAM and 1 kbit of FlashROM. Operating temperatures range from -40°C to +100°C for the industrial grade.

Feature Summary

• Integrates a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M1 soft processor within the FPGA fabric.
• Utilizes nonvolatile flash technology for instant-on operation without external boot PROMs.
• Supports ultra-low power consumption via Flash*Freeze technology while retaining data.
• Provides AES-based security for intellectual property protection and secure in-system programming.

Applications

• Portable electronics requiring low power and instant-on capabilities
• Secure remote field updates over public networks
• ASIC replacement solutions for consumer and networking markets

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffixes against official Microchip documentation to ensure correct temperature grade and packaging options. Confirm that the ARM-enabled variant does not support AES decryption as per datasheet specifications. Check current availability status through authorized distributors as supply may be limited.

Selection Notes

Select this part when a combined logic and processing solution is required. Ensure the design fits within the 250,000 gate limit and utilizes the available 36 kbits of RAM. Verify that the VQFP-100 package dimensions meet the PCB layout requirements. Consider the lack of AES decryption capability if hardware encryption is needed.

Part Context

This component belongs to the M1IGLOO family, which integrates ARM Cortex-M1 processors into the IGLOO flash FPGA architecture. It shares the same underlying flash process and low-power features as standard IGLOO devices but adds programmable processing capabilities. The VQG100I designation indicates the industrial temperature range and VQFP package type.

Replacement Considerations

Standard AGL250 devices can replace this part if the Cortex-M1 processor is not required. However, the ARM-enabled version lacks AES decryption support compared to non-ARM variants. Verify pin compatibility and firmware migration requirements before substituting.