AGL250V5-FG144

Overview

The AGL250V5-FG144 is a flash-based Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) from the IGLOO family, manufactured by Microchip Technology. It features 250,000 system gates and 6,144 VersaTiles. The device includes 36 kbits of embedded SRAM and 1 kbit of FlashROM. It operates within a core voltage range of 1.425 V to 1.575 V and supports up to 97 user I/Os in a 144-pin Fine Pitch Ball Grid Array (FG144) package with a 1.0 mm pitch. The component is designed for low-power applications, supporting Flash*Freeze technology.

Feature Summary

• Flash*Freeze technology enables ultra-low power consumption while retaining FPGA content and register data without external components.
• Nonvolatile flash architecture provides Instant On capability, eliminating the need for external configuration boot PROMs.
• Integrated security features include AES-128 decryption engine and FlashLock for intellectual property protection.
• Advanced I/O structure supports mixed-voltage operation across multiple banks with programmable slew rates.

Applications

• Portable electronics requiring minimal static and dynamic power consumption
• Secure remote field updates via In-System Programming (ISP)
• Systems requiring immediate initialization upon power-up

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix 'V5' to confirm the 1.5 V only supply voltage requirement, as opposed to the wider voltage range supported by other variants. Ensure the FG144 package dimensions align with the target PCB footprint. Confirm that the industrial or commercial temperature grade meets the operational environment specifications before finalizing procurement.

Selection Notes

Select this model when 250,000 system gates are sufficient for the design logic density. Verify that the 144-pin FBGA package fits the available board space constraints. Consider the 97 available user I/Os against interface requirements. Note that ARM-enabled variants require different part numbers starting with M1AGL if processor integration is needed.

Part Context

This component belongs to the IGLOO Low Power Flash FPGA family, which utilizes a 130-nm process technology. It serves as a nonvolatile alternative to SRAM-based FPGAs, offering reprogrammability with ASIC-level unit costs. The family emphasizes low power, security, and small form factors for embedded applications.

Replacement Considerations

The AGL250V2-FG144 is a pin-compatible variant within the same package but may differ in voltage support and feature sets. Verify electrical characteristics and software tool compatibility before substituting. Other densities in the AGL series require package and pin re-evaluation.