A42MX09-PQG144I

The A42MX09-PQG144I is an MX field programmable gate array (FPGA) from Microchip Technology designed for industrial applications. It combines a compact 144-pin BQFP package with a mid-range logic capacity and a flexible I/O count to support custom digital logic, control and interfacing tasks.

With 336 logic elements (approximately 14,000 gates), 95 I/Os and an extended operating range, this surface-mount device is aimed at designs that require reliable logic integration in industrial temperature environments and standard 3.0 V to 5.5 V system voltages.

Key Features

• Core Logic  Provides 336 logic elements and a gate equivalent of 14,000 gates, suitable for implementing custom combinational and sequential logic functions.
• I/O Capacity  95 programmable I/O pins available for interfacing with sensors, actuators, peripherals and external logic devices.
• Package and Mounting  Surface-mount 144-BQFP package (supplier package listed as 144-PQFP, 28 × 28 mm) to support compact board layouts and automated assembly.
• Power  Operates across a wide supply range from 3.0 V to 5.5 V to support a variety of system voltage domains.
• Temperature and Grade  Industrial-grade device rated for operation from −40 °C to 85 °C for use in extended-temperature environments.
• Regulatory  RoHS-compliant for reduced hazardous substance content in manufacturing.
• On-chip Memory  Total on-chip RAM reported as 0 bits; design architecture focuses resources on logic and I/O capacity.

Typical Applications

• Industrial Control  Implementation of custom control logic and interface glue between sensors, PLCs and motor drivers, leveraging industrial temperature rating and robust I/O count.
• Embedded System Glue Logic  Finite-state machines, protocol adaptation and timing control functions where moderate logic density and many I/Os are required.
• Signal and Interface Bridging  Parallel or serial interface adaptation and I/O expansion for systems requiring flexible pin configurations and 3.0 V–5.5 V level compatibility.

Unique Advantages

• Balanced Logic Density:  336 logic elements with a 14,000-gate equivalent provide a practical balance between capability and footprint for medium-complexity designs.
• Generous I/O Count:  95 I/Os enable direct interfacing to multiple peripherals and external devices, reducing the need for additional interface components.
• Industrial Temperature Range:  Rated from −40 °C to 85 °C to support deployments in extended-temperature environments common in industrial applications.
• Wide Supply Voltage Range:  Operates from 3.0 V to 5.5 V, allowing integration into systems with different logic voltage domains without complex power conversion.
• Standard Surface-Mount Package:  144-BQFP (supplier 144-PQFP, 28 × 28 mm) supports compact PCB designs and automated assembly processes.
• RoHS Compliant:  Meets RoHS requirements for reduced hazardous substances in manufacturing and supply chains.

Why Choose A42MX09-PQG144I?

The A42MX09-PQG144I is positioned for engineers who need a reliable, industrial-grade FPGA with moderate logic capacity and a high I/O count in a standard surface-mount package. Its operating voltage flexibility and industrial temperature rating make it suitable for a wide range of embedded and control applications where robustness and board-level integration are priorities.

For projects that require dependable logic integration, scalable prototyping and straightforward BOM management, this Microchip FPGA delivers a focused combination of logic, I/O and packaging suitable for production and long-term deployment.

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