A42MX16-2VQG100I

The A42MX16-2VQG100I is a Microchip Technology MX-series field programmable gate array supplied in a 100-TQFP package. It provides a mid-density programmable logic resource set with 608 logic elements, approximately 24,000 gates and 83 user I/O pins, designed for industrial applications requiring a compact, surface-mount FPGA.

With a broad supply voltage range of 3 V to 5.5 V and an operating temperature range of −40°C to 85°C, this device is targeted at industrial designs that need reliable on-board programmable logic and flexible I/O in a 100-pin TQFP footprint.

Key Features

• Logic Resources  Provides 608 logic elements and approximately 24,000 gates for implementing mid-range custom logic and state machines.
• I/O Capacity  83 user I/O pins support a variety of external interfaces and on-board connectivity requirements.
• Memory  Total on-chip RAM bits: 0, enabling deterministic logic implementations without embedded RAM resources.
• Voltage Supply  Supports a wide supply range from 3 V to 5.5 V to accommodate different system power domains.
• Package & Mounting  Available in a 100-TQFP package (supplier device package: 100-VQFP, 14×14), optimized for surface-mount assembly.
• Industrial Temperature Range  Rated for operation from −40°C to 85°C to meet industrial environment requirements.
• Regulatory  RoHS compliant for environmental and manufacturing requirements.

Typical Applications

• Industrial Control  Use where programmable logic and 83 I/O pins are needed to implement custom control functions in industrial equipment operating across −40°C to 85°C.
• Communications Interfaces  Implement protocol bridging and custom I/O conditioning leveraging the device's I/O count and logic resources.
• Instrumentation and Test Equipment  Deploy in compact test systems that require mid-range gate density and a 100-pin TQFP form factor for dense PCB layouts.

Unique Advantages

• Compact 100-TQFP Footprint: Reduces PCB area while maintaining 83 I/O connections for dense designs.
• Wide Supply Range: 3 V to 5.5 V compatibility eases integration into systems with varying power rails.
• Industrial Rating: −40°C to 85°C operating range supports deployment in typical industrial environments.
• Balanced Resource Mix: 608 logic elements and ~24,000 gates provide a practical balance of programmable logic for mid-complexity designs.
• Surface-Mount Ready: 100-pin TQFP and surface-mount mounting type facilitate automated PCB assembly.
• RoHS Compliant: Supports environmental and manufacturing compliance requirements.

Why Choose A42MX16-2VQG100I?

The A42MX16-2VQG100I positions itself as a mid-density FPGA option from Microchip Technology that combines a practical logic resource set, a substantial I/O count, and industrial-grade operating limits in a compact 100-TQFP package. It fits designs that require on-board programmable logic without embedded RAM, flexible supply voltage support, and surface-mount compatibility.

This device is well suited for engineers and procurement teams building industrial control, communication interface, or instrumentation systems who need a reliable, RoHS-compliant FPGA solution backed by Microchip Technology's manufacturing pedigree.

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