A42MX09-PQG160A

The A42MX09-PQG160A is an MX-series Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) from Microchip Technology designed for embedded logic implementations that require automotive-grade qualification. It provides a compact packaged FPGA solution with a moderate logic capacity and a broad operating range for voltage and temperature.

With 336 logic elements (approximately 14,000 gates) and 101 user I/Os in a 160‑pin BQFP surface-mount package, this device targets applications that need a qualified, rugged programmable logic device for control, I/O expansion and custom glue-logic in harsh environments.

Key Features

• Core Logic  336 logic elements and approximately 14,000 gates provide the device’s programmable logic resources for implementing custom digital functions.
• I/O Count  101 user-accessible I/Os enable connectivity for sensors, actuators, UARTs, SPI/I²C front-ends or parallel interfaces as required by the design.
• Package & Mounting  Available in a 160‑BQFP surface-mount package (supplier device package: 160‑PQFP, 28×28) for PCB-level integration in compact form factors.
• Power Supply Range  Supports a wide supply range from 3 V to 5.25 V to accommodate multiple system power architectures.
• Temperature Range  Qualified for operation from −40 °C to 125 °C, supporting deployment in temperature-challenging environments.
• Automotive Qualification  AEC‑Q100 qualification indicates suitability for automotive applications that require the corresponding component-level qualification.
• Mounting Type  Surface mount device for automated assembly and standard PCB processes.
• On‑chip Memory  No embedded RAM (Total RAM bits: 0), useful for designs that rely on external memory or are primarily combinational/sequential logic.

Typical Applications

• Automotive Control Modules  Use for custom control logic, signal conditioning and interface aggregation in AEC‑Q100 qualified automotive electronics.
• Sensor Interface and Aggregation  Consolidate multiple sensor inputs and pre-process signals using the device’s I/O resources and programmable logic.
• Industrial Embedded Control  Implement control logic and I/O bridging in systems that require extended temperature operation and supply flexibility.
• Custom Glue Logic  Replace fixed-function ICs with reconfigurable logic for board-level protocol translation, timing adaptation or feature updates.

Unique Advantages

• Automotive‑grade Qualification: AEC‑Q100 qualification supports use in automotive applications where component-level qualification is required.
• Wide Operating Range: −40 °C to 125 °C temperature rating and 3 V to 5.25 V supply range accommodate demanding environmental and power scenarios.
• Compact, PCB‑friendly Package: 160‑BQFP surface-mount packaging balances pin count and board area for compact system designs.
• Generous I/O Count: 101 I/Os provide flexibility to connect multiple peripherals, sensors and external interfaces without additional multiplexing hardware.
• Moderate Logic Capacity: 336 logic elements and ~14,000 gates make the device suited to mid-sized custom logic tasks while keeping BOM complexity low.

Why Choose A42MX09-PQG160A?

The A42MX09-PQG160A positions itself as a compact, automotive-qualified FPGA for designs that need reprogrammable logic with robust environmental characteristics. Its combination of AEC‑Q100 qualification, a wide temperature and voltage range, and a substantial I/O complement makes it a practical choice for control-focused embedded systems where board-level flexibility and qualification matter.

Engineers building automotive electronics, sensor hubs, embedded controllers or custom glue logic can leverage this Microchip FPGA to consolidate functions, reduce discrete component count and maintain operation across demanding conditions.

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