AGL250V5-FG144I

Overview

The AGL250V5-FG144I is a commercial-grade IGLOO flash FPGA manufactured by Microchip Technology. It utilizes a 130-nm process and provides 250,000 system gates with 6,144 VersaTiles. The device features 97 user I/Os and 36 kbits of embedded SRAM within a 144-pin Fine Pitch Ball Grid Array (FG144) package measuring 13x13 mm. It operates on a core voltage range of 1.425V to 1.575V and supports an operating temperature range of 0°C to +85°C.

Feature Summary

• Flash*Freeze technology enables ultra-low power consumption while retaining configuration data without external components.
• Instant On capability eliminates the need for external boot PROMs or configuration controllers.
• Integrated AES decryption engine and FlashLock provide robust intellectual property protection.
• Supports mixed-voltage I/O standards including LVDS and DDR up to 700 Mbps.

Applications

• Portable electronics requiring low static and dynamic power profiles
• Secure remote in-system programming applications
• System initialization and clock management tasks

Procurement Notes

Verify that the ordering suffix 'I' corresponds to the commercial temperature grade (0°C to +85°C). Confirm the '5' indicates the 1.5V-only core voltage variant. Ensure the FG144 package dimensions match the PCB footprint requirements. Check for specific RoHS compliance status as indicated in the datasheet.

Selection Notes

Select this model when 250,000 system gates and 97 I/Os are required in a compact 144-pin BGA. Choose the V5 variant if the design strictly requires a 1.5V core voltage rather than the wider 1.2V-1.5V range. Verify that the commercial temperature rating meets the environmental constraints of the target application.

Part Context

This component belongs to the IGLOO family of low-power flash FPGAs. It shares architectural features such as VersaTiles and Flash*Freeze with other devices in the series, differing primarily in gate count, memory size, and I/O capacity. The FG144 package is pin-compatible with lower-density devices like the AGL125.

Replacement Considerations

The M1AGL250V5-FG144I is a functional substitute that includes an ARM Cortex-M1 processor. Standard replacements include the AGL250V2-FG144I for designs requiring a wider voltage range. Verify package compatibility and software toolchain support before substitution.

FAQ

Does the AGL250V5-FG144I support AES decryption?

Yes, standard IGLOO devices like the AGL250V5 support 128-bit AES decryption for secure in-system programming.

What is the maximum number of differential I/O pairs available in the FG144 package?

The FG144 package supports up to 25 differential I/O pairs alongside single-ended I/Os.

How does Flash*Freeze mode affect power consumption?

Flash*Freeze mode allows the device to consume as little as 24 µW while retaining all SRAM and register data without reloading configuration.