A42MX16-1PQ160M

The A42MX16-1PQ160M is a Microchip MX family field programmable gate array supplied in a 160-pin BQFP surface-mount package. It provides a compact, reconfigurable logic platform with 608 logic elements (approximately 24,000 equivalent gates) and 125 user I/O pins for implementing custom digital functions.

With a wide supply voltage range of 3 V to 5.5 V and a military-grade operating temperature range of −55 °C to 125 °C, this FPGA is positioned for applications that require reliable, reprogrammable logic in harsh environments.

Key Features

• Logic Density  Provides 608 logic elements supporting implementation of custom combinational and sequential logic; rated at approximately 24,000 gates for sizing designs.
• I/O Capability  125 user I/O pins allow broad interfacing to peripherals, sensors, buses and custom I/O requirements.
• Core Supply  Operates across a 3 V to 5.5 V supply range to accommodate a variety of board-level power architectures.
• Package & Mounting  160-BQFP (160-PQFP, 28 × 28 mm) surface-mount package for compact PCB integration and standardized assembly processes.
• Environmental & Reliability  Military grade construction with an operating temperature range of −55 °C to 125 °C for deployment in thermally demanding or ruggedized systems.
• On-chip Resources  Designed around the MX FPGA architecture with 608 logic elements and 125 I/O to balance logic capacity and external connectivity.
• Compliance  RoHS compliant to support lead-free manufacturing requirements.

Typical Applications

• Military and Defense Electronics  Military-grade temperature rating and rugged packaging make this FPGA suitable for mission-critical control, signal conditioning and protocol bridging in defense systems.
• Embedded Control  Use as a custom control and glue-logic device where 608 logic elements and plentiful I/O enable tailored state machines and interface logic.
• Sensor and Data Interface  125 I/O pins allow aggregation and conditioning of multiple sensor inputs or interfacing to legacy and modern peripheral buses.
• Prototyping and Custom Logic  Reprogrammable MX FPGA architecture supports iterative hardware development and custom feature sets without ASIC-level commitments.

Unique Advantages

• Military-Grade Thermal Range:  Rated from −55 °C to 125 °C to maintain operation in extreme temperature environments.
• Flexible Power Options:  Wide 3 V to 5.5 V supply range simplifies integration into varied power domains and legacy systems.
• Balanced Logic and I/O Count:  608 logic elements paired with 125 I/Os provide an effective balance for mid-density custom logic and interfacing tasks.
• Compact Surface-Mount Package:  160-BQFP (28 × 28 mm) package supports high-density PCB layouts while remaining compatible with standard assembly processes.
• RoHS Compliant:  Conforms to lead-free manufacturing requirements for contemporary production standards.

Why Choose A42MX16-1PQ160M?

The A42MX16-1PQ160M combines a mid-level logic capacity with substantial I/O and rugged operational characteristics, making it a practical choice for designers building military, defense, and other thermally demanding embedded systems. Its wide supply voltage tolerance and surface-mount 160-BQFP package allow straightforward integration into diverse hardware platforms.

This FPGA suits projects that require reprogrammable, field-updatable logic with reliable performance across extreme temperatures and compliance with RoHS manufacturing practices. Its specification set supports scalable development from prototype to deployed systems where durability and configurable logic are required.

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