A42MX16-1TQG176M

The A42MX16-1TQG176M is an MX field programmable gate array (FPGA) manufactured by Microchip Technology. It provides configurable digital logic resources in a compact, surface-mount 176-lead LQFP package optimized for applications requiring a moderate logic count and a high number of I/O.

Designed and specified for military-grade environments, this device supports a wide supply voltage range and an extended operating temperature window, making it suitable for rugged and temperature-sensitive deployments where reliable digital interfacing and custom logic are required.

Key Features

• Configurable Logic  Provides 608 logic elements and approximately 24,000 gates for implementing custom digital functions and glue logic.
• High I/O Count  Offers 140 user I/O pins to interface with multiple peripherals, sensors, and external devices.
• Power Supply Range  Operates across a wide supply range from 3 V to 5.5 V, simplifying integration with systems using 3.3 V or 5 V domains.
• Package & Mounting  Available in a 176-LQFP package (supplier device package: 176-TQFP, 24×24) with surface-mount mounting for PCB assembly in compact board layouts.
• Military Grade Temperature  Specified for operation from -55°C to 125°C, supporting deployment in extreme-temperature and ruggedized systems.
• Regulatory Compliance  RoHS compliant, aligning with common environmental and manufacturing requirements.

Typical Applications

• Defense & Aerospace  Military-grade temperature range and rugged packaging make this FPGA suitable for defense electronics, avionics interfaces, and ruggedized control modules.
• Embedded Control  Use for custom control logic, timing, and peripheral aggregation where moderate logic capacity and many I/Os are required.
• Instrumentation & Test Equipment  Provides flexible digital interfacing and configurable logic for measurement systems and lab instrumentation.
• Communications Interfaces  High I/O count supports protocol bridging, data routing, and interfacing between multiple serial and parallel peripherals.

Unique Advantages

• Balanced Logic Density: Offers 608 logic elements and ~24,000 gates for a mix of glue logic and custom finite-state designs without excessive resource overhead.
• Extensive I/O: 140 I/O pins enable direct connection to numerous sensors, transceivers, and peripheral devices, reducing the need for external multiplexers.
• Wide Voltage Tolerance: 3 V to 5.5 V supply range eases integration into both 3.3 V and 5 V systems and simplifies power rail management.
• Rugged Operating Range: Specified −55°C to 125°C and military grade construction support deployment in harsh and temperature-extreme environments.
• Compact Surface-Mount Package: 176-LQFP (176-TQFP, 24×24) provides a space-efficient footprint for PCB designs requiring many I/Os in a single chip.
• Environmentally Compliant: RoHS compliance supports environmentally conscious manufacturing and end-product requirements.

Why Choose A42MX16-1TQG176M?

The A42MX16-1TQG176M delivers a practical combination of configurable logic, extensive I/O capability, and robust environmental specifications in a compact surface-mount package. It is well suited to designs that need a moderate number of logic elements paired with high I/O density and reliable operation across extreme temperatures.

Manufactured by Microchip Technology and offered in a military-grade specification, this FPGA fits applications where board-level integration, temperature resilience, and straightforward power interfacing are primary concerns. Choose this device for projects requiring durable, field-programmable digital logic with clear electrical and thermal specifications.

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