A42MX16-1PQ208M
| Part Description |
MX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) IC 140 208-BFQFP |
|---|---|
| Quantity | 1,557 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 | Military | Operating Temperature | -55°C – 125°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 | 3A001A2C | HTS Code | 8542.39.0001 | ||
| Qualification | N/A |
Overview of A42MX16-1PQ208M – MX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) IC 140 208-BFQFP
The A42MX16-1PQ208M is an MX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) from Microchip Technology presented in a 208-pin BFQFP package. It delivers a compact, reprogrammable logic solution with a mix of gate and I/O capacity suited for military-grade systems requiring extended temperature operation and flexible digital logic implementation.
With a broad supply range and a substantial I/O complement, the device targets applications that need robust logic integration, configurable interfacing and reliable operation across harsh environments.
Key Features
- Logic Fabric Logic resource metrics include 1,232 logic-element units and 608 logic element cells, providing up to 24,000 gates for implementing custom digital functions.
- I/O Capacity 140 general-purpose I/O pins allow extensive external interfacing for sensors, peripherals and system buses.
- Power Supply Range Operates from 3 V to 5.5 V, enabling use in systems with a variety of supply architectures.
- Package & Mounting Supplied in a 208-BFQFP (208-PQFP, 28×28) surface-mount package for board-level integration where a dense pin count is required.
- Temperature & Grade Military grade device rated for operation from −55 °C to 125 °C, suitable for high-reliability and harsh-environment deployments.
- Compliance RoHS-compliant for adherence to modern materials and manufacturing standards.
Typical Applications
- Military Electronics Reconfigurable control and interface logic in military systems, leveraging the device’s military grade and extended temperature range.
- Embedded Control Custom digital control functions and glue logic where a mix of gates and abundant I/O are required.
- Protocol Bridging & I/O Expansion Implement protocol conversion, interface aggregation or custom I/O handling using the 140 available I/Os.
Unique Advantages
- Military-Grade Reliability: Rated for −55 °C to 125 °C and specified as a military-grade device, supporting deployment in demanding environments.
- Flexible Voltage Support: A wide 3 V to 5.5 V supply range allows integration into diverse power architectures without extensive level-shifting.
- High I/O Count: 140 I/Os enable dense system interfacing and reduce the need for additional I/O expanders.
- Compact, Serviceable Package: 208-pin BFQFP surface-mount package offers a dense pinout in a familiar form factor for streamlined PCB layout.
- RoHS Compliance: Meets RoHS requirements for material compliance and manufacturing processes.
Why Choose A42MX16-1PQ208M?
The A42MX16-1PQ208M combines reprogrammable logic, substantial gate counts and a high I/O complement in a military-grade package, making it a practical choice for designs that demand both configurability and environmental robustness. Its voltage flexibility and RoHS compliance further simplify system integration and manufacturing considerations.
This FPGA is well suited to engineers and procurement teams building ruggedized embedded systems, military electronics and custom interface controllers that require long-term reliability and in-field configurability backed by Microchip Technology’s device family resources.
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