M2S050S-1FG896I

Soc System On Chip Overview

The M2S050S-1FG896I is a System-on-Chip FPGA from the SmartFusion2 family, manufactured by Microchip Technology. It integrates an ARM Cortex-M3 processor running at up to 166 MHz with 56,340 logic elements (LEs). The device features 64 kB of embedded SRAM and supports up to 512 kB of embedded nonvolatile memory. Key peripherals include Triple Speed Ethernet, USB 2.0 OTG, and multiple serial interfaces. It is housed in an 896-pin FPBGA package.

Soc System On Chip Feature Summary

• Integrated ARM Cortex-M3 processor core operating at 166 MHz
• 56,340 Logic Elements (LEs) for programmable logic fabric
• Triple Speed Ethernet MAC and USB 2.0 High-Speed OTG controller
• Up to 16 SERDES lanes supporting PCIe and Serial RapidIO

Soc System On Chip Applications

• Industrial automation controllers requiring real-time processing
• Automotive infotainment and gateway systems
• Medical imaging equipment signal processing
• Telecommunications infrastructure baseband units

Soc System On Chip Procurement Notes

Verify end-of-life status and discontinuation notifications before procurement. Export controls may apply due to encryption capabilities or technical specifications. Confirm moisture sensitivity level handling requirements during storage and assembly. Check for specific errata documents relevant to silicon revision.

Soc System On Chip Selection Notes

Compare against M2S050 variants based on pin count and I/O availability. Ensure the 896-pin package fits the board layout constraints. Verify power supply requirements for the integrated DDR controllers if external memory is used. Consider thermal dissipation capabilities for the FPBGA-896 package under maximum load conditions.

Soc System On Chip Part Context

This component belongs to the SmartFusion2 SoC FPGA family, bridging the gap between traditional FPGAs and microcontrollers. It combines the flexibility of FPGA fabric with the deterministic performance of an ARM processor. The 'S' suffix typically denotes specific speed grades or feature sets within the M2S050 series.

Soc System On Chip Replacement Considerations

Direct substitutes are limited due to the proprietary integration of the MSS and FPGA fabric. Evaluate MIGL050 or IGLOO2 series for pure FPGA needs, though they lack the integrated ARM core. Cross-reference with newer Microchip PolarFire SoC devices for enhanced performance and updated support.