M1A3P600-FG484I

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The M1A3P600-FG484I is a ProASIC3L field-programmable gate array manufactured by Microchip Technology. It features 600,000 system gates and supports up to 235 I/Os within a 484-pin FBGA package. The device operates on a single 1.2V supply voltage with a range of 1.14V to 1.26V. It includes 110,592 bits of embedded RAM and delivers a maximum operating frequency of 892.86 MHz. The component is rated for industrial temperatures from -40°C to +85°C.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• Non-volatile flash-based FPGA architecture providing instant-on functionality without external configuration memory.
• Integrated ARM Cortex-M1 processor core enabling mixed-signal SoC capabilities alongside programmable logic.
• Low-power design optimized for reduced energy consumption compared to traditional SRAM-based FPGAs.

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• Industrial automation control systems requiring deterministic timing and low power.
• Automotive infotainment and body electronics interfaces.
• Telecommunications infrastructure signal processing and protocol conversion.

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix and package variant against the official Microchip datasheet to ensure compatibility with existing board layouts. Confirm RoHS compliance status as manufacturing processes may vary by production lot. Check for active obsolescence notices or last-time buy notifications directly from authorized distributors before finalizing procurement plans.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this model when high-density logic resources are required in a compact footprint with integrated processing capabilities. Ensure the design utilizes the 1.2V power domain constraints and accommodates the thermal requirements for the specified industrial temperature range. Validate that the 484-pin ball grid array package fits the target PCB assembly constraints.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This component belongs to the ProASIC3L family, which bridges the gap between discrete ASICs and complex FPGAs. It offers the non-volatility of Flash technology with the flexibility of programmable logic. The series is designed for applications demanding high reliability and security in space-constrained environments.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

Direct pin-to-pin replacements within the same family include the A3P600 variants, though power specifications differ. Verify functional equivalence if substituting with older Actel-branded parts due to potential architectural differences in configuration methods.