A42MX16-3PLG84

The A42MX16-3PLG84 is a commercial-grade Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) from Microchip Technology designed for embedded logic and interface tasks. It provides a moderate logic capacity—approximately 24,000 gates and 608 logic elements—with up to 72 general-purpose I/O, packaged in an 84-lead PLCC (J‑lead) surface-mount package.

With a wide supply range of 3 V to 5.25 V and an operating temperature range of 0 °C to 70 °C, this device is suited to commercial embedded applications that require flexible I/O, compact packaging, and configurable digital logic in a PLCC footprint.

Key Features

• Core — FPGA Architecture Field Programmable Gate Array device offering reconfigurable digital logic for custom logic implementation.
• Logic Capacity Approximately 24,000 gates and 608 logic elements to implement moderate-complexity designs.
• I/O 72 user I/O pins to support multiple peripherals, buses, and interface connections.
• Power Operates from 3 V to 5.25 V supply rails to accommodate standard commercial power domains.
• Package & Mounting 84‑lead LCC (J‑lead) / 84‑PLCC package (29.31 × 29.31 mm) in a surface-mount form factor for compact board integration.
• Temperature & Grade Commercial grade operation from 0 °C to 70 °C for mainstream embedded product environments.
• Environmental Compliance RoHS‑compliant manufacturing status.

Typical Applications

• Embedded Control Implement custom control logic and glue functions for commercial embedded systems using the device's I/O density and configurable logic.
• Interface Bridging Use the 72 I/O pins to implement protocol translation and bus interfacing between subsystems.
• Prototyping & Development Rapidly iterate and validate digital logic concepts where a reprogrammable solution and PLCC packaging are advantageous.
• Consumer Electronics Integrate custom timing, sequencing, or peripheral control functions within the device's operating voltage and temperature ranges.

Unique Advantages

• Moderate logic density: ~24,000 gates and 608 logic elements provide a balance between capacity and board-level complexity for many commercial designs.
• Generous I/O count: 72 I/O pins enable multiple peripheral connections and flexible signal routing on a single device.
• Flexible power compatibility: Support for 3 V to 5.25 V supplies simplifies integration into common commercial power architectures.
• Compact PLCC surface-mount package: 84‑lead PLCC (29.31 × 29.31 mm) offers a compact footprint for space-constrained boards while retaining a robust lead style for solder mounting.
• Commercial temperature rating: Rated for 0 °C to 70 °C operation to match typical commercial product environments.
• RoHS compliant: Environmentally compliant manufacturing for regulatory alignment.

Why Choose A42MX16-3PLG84?

The A42MX16-3PLG84 delivers a practical combination of configurable logic, I/O density, and PLCC packaging for commercial embedded applications. Its logic capacity and 72 I/O pins make it well suited to designs that require custom digital functions, interface consolidation, or iterative prototyping within standard commercial operating conditions.

Backed by Microchip Technology and provided in a surface-mount PLCC package with broad supply voltage acceptance, this FPGA is a solid option for engineers looking for a reconfigurable, RoHS‑compliant component that integrates moderate logic and flexible I/O into compact board designs.

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