M2S005-1VFG256I

Soc System On Chip Overview

The M2S005-1VFG256I is a SmartFusion 2 System-on-Chip FPGA manufactured by Microchip Technology. It integrates an ARM Cortex-M3 microcontroller subsystem with a 6,060-logic element FPGA fabric in a 256-pin VFBGA package. The device operates within a junction temperature range of -40°C to 100°C for the industrial grade and supports a typical core supply voltage of 1.2V. Key specifications include 128 KB of embedded nonvolatile memory (eNVM), 64 KB of embedded SRAM, and support for high-speed serial interfaces.

Soc System On Chip Feature Summary

• Integrates a hard ARM Cortex-M3 processor running at up to 166 MHz
• Contains 6,060 logic elements and 505 Logic Array Blocks (LABs)
• Includes 128 KB eNVM and 64 KB eSRAM for code and data storage
• Supports multiple communication peripherals including Ethernet MAC, USB, CAN, SPI, and UART

Soc System On Chip Applications

• Industrial automation controllers requiring real-time processing
• Secure IoT gateways utilizing integrated flash technology
• Automotive infotainment systems with mixed-signal requirements
• Medical devices needing low-power, reliable programmable logic

Soc System On Chip Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'I' confirms the industrial temperature grade (-40°C to 100°C) as defined in the datasheet operating conditions. Confirm the package type matches the 256-pin VFBGA footprint. Ensure design files are compatible with the SmartFusion 2 family architecture before procurement.

Soc System On Chip Selection Notes

Select this component when a combined MCU and FPGA solution is required to reduce board space. The 6K LE density is suitable for moderate complexity logic functions. Verify that the 166 MHz MSS clock speed meets the application's processing needs. Check I/O bank voltage requirements against the available VDDIx supplies.

Soc System On Chip Part Context

This part belongs to the SmartFusion 2 series, which bridges the gap between traditional MCUs and FPGAs. It utilizes Microchip's ProASIC-based flash technology, allowing for instant-on functionality without external configuration memory. The M2S005 variant represents the entry-level density in the SmartFusion 2 portfolio.

Soc System On Chip Replacement Considerations

Direct replacements within the same family include M2S005-VFG256I (commercial grade) or M2S005T-VFG256I (automotive grade). For higher density, consider M2S010 variants. Cross-family migration to IGLOO 2 requires significant architectural changes due to the absence of the MSS.