A3PE1500-PQG208I

The A3PE1500-PQG208I is a ProASIC3E Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) from Microchip Technology. It delivers 1,500,000 gates and 38,400 logic elements alongside approximately 0.28 Mbits of embedded RAM in a surface-mount 208-BFQFP package.

Designed for industrial applications, this device provides a balanced combination of logic capacity, I/O density and on-chip memory, with a defined supply range and extended operating temperature for reliable operation in demanding environments.

Key Features

• Core Logic  1,500,000 gates and 38,400 logic elements for implementing custom digital functions and control logic.
• Embedded Memory  Total on-chip RAM of 276,480 bits (approximately 0.28 Mbits) for buffering, state storage and small data structures.
• I/O Capacity  147 general-purpose I/O pins to interface with sensors, peripherals and external logic.
• Power  Nominal voltage supply range of 1.425 V to 1.575 V for device core power delivery.
• Package & Mounting  208-BFQFP surface-mount package; supplier device package noted as 208-PQFP (28×28) for PCB footprint planning.
• Temperature & Grade  Industrial-grade device specified for operation from −40 °C to 100 °C.
• Environmental Compliance  RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Industrial Control  Programmable logic and extended temperature rating support control and automation functions in industrial environments.
• Embedded Systems  Moderate on-chip memory and substantial logic capacity make the device suitable for embedded processing, protocol bridging and glue logic.
• I/O-Intensive Designs  With 147 I/O pins, the device is useful where multiple interfaces or peripheral connections are required on a single FPGA.

Unique Advantages

• Significant Logic Density: 1.5M gates and 38,400 logic elements enable implementation of complex digital functions without external ASICs.
• On-Chip Memory for Stateful Designs: Approximately 0.28 Mbits of RAM available for buffering and control state, reducing dependence on external memory for modest storage needs.
• High I/O Count: 147 I/O pins provide flexibility for interfacing to a variety of sensors, actuators and peripheral devices.
• Industrial Temperature Range: Rated from −40 °C to 100 °C to meet environmental requirements for industrial deployments.
• SMD Package for Production  208-BFQFP surface-mount package simplifies PCB assembly and supports automated manufacturing.
• RoHS Compliant: Helps address environmental and regulatory requirements in end products.

Why Choose A3PE1500-PQG208I?

The A3PE1500-PQG208I positions itself as a robust, industrial-grade FPGA option offering a balanced mix of logic capacity, embedded memory and a high I/O count in a standard surface-mount package. Its defined supply range and extended operating temperature make it suitable for applications that require dependable programmable logic under industrial conditions.

Choose this Microchip Technology ProASIC3E device when your design needs substantial programmable logic, moderate on-chip RAM and comprehensive I/O in a production-ready package that meets RoHS requirements and supports extended-temperature operation.

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