A42MX16-1PQ208I
| Part Description |
MX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) IC 140 208-BFQFP |
|---|---|
| Quantity | 613 Available (as of October 7, 2026) |
| Product Category | Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Microchip Technology |
| Manufacturing Status | Obsolete |
| Manufacturer Standard Lead Time | Contact Us |
| Datasheet |
Specifications & Environmental
| Device Package | 208-PQFP (28x28) | Grade | Industrial | Operating Temperature | -40°C – 85°C | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package / Case | 208-BFQFP | Number of I/O | 140 | Voltage | 3 V - 5.5 V | ||
| Mounting Method | Surface Mount | RoHS Compliance | RoHS non-compliant | REACH Compliance | REACH Unaffected | ||
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | 3 (168 Hours) | Number of LABs/CLBs | 1232 | Number of Logic Elements/Cells | 608 | ||
| Number of Gates | 24000 | ECCN | 3A991D | HTS Code | 8542.39.0001 | ||
| Qualification | N/A |
Overview of A42MX16-1PQ208I – MX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) IC 140 208-BFQFP
The A42MX16-1PQ208I is an MX family Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) supplied in a 208-BFQFP surface-mount package. It provides a compact, industrial-grade programmable logic solution with 140 I/O pins, 24,000 gates and 608 logic element cells for custom digital designs.
With a wide supply range and industrial temperature rating, this device targets embedded and industrial electronics where reprogrammable logic, flexible I/O and rugged operating conditions are required.
Key Features
- Core Logic 24,000 gates and 608 logic element cells enable implementation of a variety of combinational and sequential logic functions within a single device.
- I/O Capacity 140 user I/O pins provide extensive interfacing capability for sensors, peripherals and external logic.
- Power Supply Operates from 3 V to 5.5 V, supporting a range of common system power rails.
- Package & Mounting 208-BFQFP (208-PQFP, 28×28) surface-mount package for dense PCB integration in space-constrained designs.
- Industrial Temperature Range Rated for operation from –40 °C to 85 °C to meet industrial environmental requirements.
- Mounting Type Surface mount for automated assembly and reliable board-level integration.
- Regulatory RoHS compliant.
- Memory Designed without on-chip RAM (Total RAM Bits: 0), suitable for designs that rely on external memory or require purely combinational/sequential logic resources.
Typical Applications
- Industrial Control Use in control logic, protocol bridging and timing-critical functions where industrial temperature and a wide supply range are required.
- Embedded System Glue Logic Implement custom interface logic and signal conditioning between processors, sensors and peripheral devices using the device's abundant I/O.
- Prototype and Low-Volume Production Compact PQFP packaging and surface-mount mounting make this FPGA suitable for prototype boards and small production runs in industrial products.
Unique Advantages
- Compact, High-Logic Density: 24,000 gates and 608 logic element cells provide substantial programmable logic capacity in a single 208-pin package, reducing the need for multiple discrete devices.
- Extensive I/O: 140 I/O pins enable direct interfacing to a broad set of peripherals and external circuitry, simplifying board-level routing and system architecture.
- Wide Supply Compatibility: Support for 3 V to 5.5 V systems allows integration into diverse power domains without complex level-shifting.
- Industrial Reliability: –40 °C to 85 °C operating range and RoHS compliance make the device suitable for industrial embedded environments.
- Surface-Mount PQFP Packaging: 208-BFQFP (28×28) packaging supports automated assembly and a compact PCB footprint for space-constrained designs.
Why Choose A42MX16-1PQ208I?
The A42MX16-1PQ208I positions itself as a practical, industrial-grade FPGA option for embedded and industrial electronics that need substantial programmable logic, broad I/O connectivity and dependable operation across a wide temperature and supply range. Its combination of 24,000 gates, 608 logic element cells and a 140-pin I/O count makes it suitable for designs that require flexible, reprogrammable logic without on-chip RAM.
This device is well suited to engineers and teams developing control systems, interface logic and compact embedded solutions that benefit from a rugged industrial rating, standard PQFP packaging and RoHS compliance.
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