A42MX16-1PQG160M

The A42MX16-1PQG160M is an MX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) IC from Microchip Technology supplied in a 160-BQFP package. It delivers mid-range programmable logic resources with a focus on designs that require a wide operating temperature window and military grade qualification.

With 125 I/O pins, 1,232 configurable logic blocks and approximately 24,000 gates, this device targets applications that need flexible I/O interfacing and deterministic, on-board logic implementation within a RoHS-compliant, surface-mount package.

Key Features

• Logic Resources  1,232 configurable logic blocks (CLBs), 608 logic element cells and approximately 24,000 gates provide mid-range programmable logic capacity for custom digital functions.
• I/O  125 I/O pins support multiple external interfaces and system-level signal routing within a single device.
• Memory  No on-chip RAM (total RAM bits: 0), suitable for designs that rely on external memory or implement primarily combinational/sequential logic without embedded RAM requirements.
• Power  Wide supply voltage range from 3 V to 5.5 V enables compatibility with a variety of system power rails.
• Package & Mounting  160-BQFP package (supplier device package: 160-PQFP (28×28)) in a surface-mount form factor for high-pin-count, board-level integration.
• Temperature & Grade  Rated for operation from −55 °C to 125 °C and specified as Military grade for use in demanding thermal environments.
• Compliance  RoHS compliant for conformance with lead-free manufacturing requirements.

Typical Applications

• Military & Defense Electronics  Logic implementation and I/O interfacing in systems that require military-grade components and extended temperature operation.
• Ruggedized Embedded Control  Custom control logic and signal conditioning in embedded platforms operating across −55 °C to 125 °C.
• High-Density I/O Bridging  Protocol glue logic, bus bridging and interface aggregation where 125 dedicated I/O pins simplify board-level routing.
• Instrument & Test Equipment  Deterministic digital functions and configurable I/O for instrumentation that benefits from a robust package and wide supply voltage support.

Unique Advantages

• Military-grade temperature range:  Rated −55 °C to 125 °C for reliable operation in harsh thermal environments.
• Flexible power input:  3 V to 5.5 V supply range allows use with a variety of system power architectures and simplifies integration into existing designs.
• High I/O density:  125 I/O pins provide the connectivity needed for complex interfacing without external multiplexing.
• Mid-range logic capacity:  1,232 CLBs and ~24,000 gates support substantial on-chip logic for control, interfacing and custom processing tasks.
• Compact surface-mount package:  160-BQFP (160-PQFP, 28×28) offers a high pin count in a board-friendly form factor for space-constrained layouts.
• RoHS compliance:  Meets lead-free manufacturing requirements for environmentally controlled production.

Why Choose A42MX16-1PQG160M?

The A42MX16-1PQG160M positions itself as a robust mid-range FPGA solution for designers who need dependable logic capacity, substantial I/O, and operation across a wide temperature range. Its military grade designation and wide voltage tolerance make it suitable for applications where environmental resilience and power flexibility are priorities.

This device is a practical choice for engineers developing rugged embedded systems, defense electronics, and high-density I/O applications that require a surface-mount, RoHS-compliant FPGA with clear, verifiable specifications from Microchip Technology.

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