A42MX16-3PQG100

The A42MX16-3PQG100 is a field programmable gate array (FPGA) device from Microchip Technology provided in a 100-pin BQFP package. It delivers programmable logic capacity with a commercial-grade temperature range and flexible I/O and supply voltage support for a variety of embedded applications.

With programmable logic resources, up to 83 I/O pins and a wide 3 V to 5.25 V supply range, the device is suited to commercial designs that require configurable logic, moderate gate density, and surface-mount packaging.

Key Features

• Programmable Logic Capacity  Approximately 24,000 gates and 608 logic elements (cells) provide the core programmable logic resources for custom combinational and sequential functions.
• Logic Block Structure  1,232 CLBs reported in the device specification for mapping of user logic into the FPGA fabric.
• I/O Count  83 general-purpose I/O pins available to interface with external peripherals and system signals.
• Package and Mounting  100-pin BQFP (supplier package 100-PQFP, 20×14) in a surface-mount form factor suitable for automated assembly.
• Power  Supports a broad supply voltage range from 3 V to 5.25 V to accommodate common system power rails.
• Operating Conditions  Commercial-grade operating temperature range of 0 °C to 70 °C.
• Compliance  RoHS compliant for environmentally responsible designs.

Typical Applications

• Embedded Control  Implement custom control logic and signal conditioning in commercial embedded systems using the device’s programmable logic and I/O resources.
• Prototyping and Development  Suitable for developing and validating logic designs where moderate gate density and reprogrammability are required.
• Interface Bridging  Use the FPGA to implement protocol bridging and glue logic between peripherals and microcontrollers, leveraging the available 83 I/O pins.

Unique Advantages

• Flexible I/O Count: 83 I/O pins provide flexibility to connect multiple peripherals without immediately requiring external I/O expanders.
• Wide Supply Range: Operates from 3 V to 5.25 V, allowing compatibility with a variety of common system power rails.
• Compact Surface-Mount Package: 100-pin BQFP (100-PQFP 20×14) supports space-efficient PCB layouts and automated assembly processes.
• Commercial Temperature Rating: Rated for 0 °C to 70 °C operation, matching typical commercial product deployments.
• Regulatory Minded: RoHS compliance supports environmentally conscious product design and manufacture.

Why Choose A42MX16-3PQG100?

The A42MX16-3PQG100 positions itself as a practical FPGA option for commercial embedded designs that need configurable logic, a moderate gate count, and a compact surface-mount package. Its combination of approximately 24,000 gates, 608 logic element cells, and 83 I/O pins enables designers to implement custom logic, interface bridging, and control functions while remaining within common commercial temperature and power ranges.

This device is suitable for engineering teams seeking a programmable logic device with clear, verifiable specifications for use in prototyping and production-level commercial electronics, offering straightforward integration into standard PCB assembly flows and compliance with RoHS requirements.

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