A42MX16-1PQG208M

The A42MX16-1PQG208M is an MX-family field programmable gate array (FPGA) from Microchip Technology. It delivers reconfigurable logic capacity in a surface-mount 208-PQFP package suited for applications that require a high I/O count and military-grade environmental performance.

With a combination of approximately 24,000 gates and 608 logic elements, 140 I/O pins, and a wide operating voltage and temperature range, this device is targeted at designs that need dependable reprogrammable logic across demanding operating conditions.

Key Features

• Logic Capacity Approximately 24,000 gates and 608 logic elements to implement custom combinational and sequential logic.
• I/O 140 general-purpose I/O pins to support multiple peripheral interfaces and external devices without extensive glue logic.
• Voltage Supply Operates from 3 V to 5.5 V, enabling use with common single- and mixed-voltage power domains.
• Memory No embedded on-chip RAM (Total Ram Bits: 0), simplifying memory planning for designs that use external memory.
• Package & Mounting 208-BFQFP / 208-PQFP (28×28) surface-mount package for standard PCB assembly processes.
• Temperature & Grade Military-grade device rated for operation from −55 °C to 125 °C for deployment in harsh environments.
• Compliance RoHS compliant to meet lead-free manufacturing and environmental requirements.

Typical Applications

• Military and defense systems The military-grade temperature range and device grading make this FPGA suitable for electronic subsystems operating in extreme environmental conditions.
• I/O-dense control and interface High pin count (140 I/O) supports designs that require numerous sensor, actuator, or peripheral connections without external expanders.
• Embedded systems with varied power rails The 3 V to 5.5 V operating range allows integration into systems with diverse supply voltages.

Unique Advantages

• Military-grade thermal performance Rated from −55 °C to 125 °C for reliable operation in temperature-extreme environments.
• Wide supply voltage compatibility 3 V–5.5 V operation reduces design constraints when interfacing with different power domains.
• High I/O integration 140 I/O pins reduce the need for additional interface components and simplify board-level routing.
• Compact surface-mount package 208-PQFP (28×28) provides a familiar footprint for PCB layout and assembly.
• Environmentally compliant RoHS compliance supports lead-free manufacturing and regulatory alignment.

Why Choose A42MX16-1PQG208M?

The A42MX16-1PQG208M positions itself as a rugged, reconfigurable logic solution for applications that demand substantial I/O density and reliable operation across wide temperature and voltage ranges. Its logic capacity (approximately 24,000 gates and 608 logic elements) and 140 I/O pins make it a practical choice for engineers designing systems for harsh environments or mixed-voltage platforms.

Manufactured by Microchip Technology and provided with formal documentation, this FPGA is suited for design teams that require a military-grade, reprogrammable device with a standardized surface-mount package and RoHS compliance.

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