A42MX16-PQG160
| Part Description |
MX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) IC 125 160-BQFP |
|---|---|
| Quantity | 584 Available (as of October 8, 2026) |
| Product Category | Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Microchip Technology |
| Manufacturing Status | Active |
| Manufacturer Standard Lead Time | 12 Weeks |
| Datasheet |
Specifications & Environmental
| Device Package | 160-PQFP (28x28) | Grade | Commercial | Operating Temperature | 0°C – 70°C | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package / Case | 160-BQFP | Number of I/O | 125 | Voltage | 3 V - 5.25 V | ||
| Mounting Method | Surface Mount | RoHS Compliance | ROHS3 Compliant | REACH Compliance | REACH Unaffected | ||
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | 3 (168 Hours) | Number of LABs/CLBs | 1232 | Number of Logic Elements/Cells | 608 | ||
| Number of Gates | 24000 | ECCN | 3A991D | HTS Code | 8542.39.0001 | ||
| Qualification | N/A |
Overview of A42MX16-PQG160 – MX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) IC 125 160-BQFP
The A42MX16-PQG160 is an MX series Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) offered in a 160-pin BQFP surface-mount package. It provides a mid-range combination of programmable logic and I/O density with defined electrical and environmental limits for commercial applications.
Key on-chip specifications include 608 logic elements, approximately 24,000 gates, and 125 general-purpose I/Os. The device operates from a 3 V to 5.25 V supply and is rated for commercial temperature operation from 0°C to 70°C. It is RoHS compliant.
Key Features
- Logic Capacity 608 logic elements and approximately 24,000 gates provide a moderate level of programmable logic resources for custom digital designs.
- I/O Density 125 I/O pins support a broad set of external interfaces and peripheral connections in a single device.
- Memory Total on-chip RAM bits: 0 — no embedded RAM is present on this device.
- Power Voltage supply range from 3 V to 5.25 V to accommodate a variety of board-level power architectures within the specified limits.
- Package & Mounting 160-BQFP package case with surface-mount mounting. Supplier device package listed as 160-PQFP (28×28).
- Operating Range & Grade Commercial grade device with an operating temperature range of 0°C to 70°C.
- Environmental Compliance RoHS compliant.
Typical Applications
- Medium-density digital logic Use the device where a moderate number of logic elements and gates are required to implement custom combinational and sequential logic.
- I/O-rich interface control 125 I/Os allow integration of multiple peripheral interfaces and board-level glue logic.
- Commercial embedded systems Suitable for general commercial electronic products operating within 0°C to 70°C and standard supply voltage ranges.
Unique Advantages
- Balanced logic and I/O 608 logic elements combined with 125 I/Os delivers a practical balance between programmable logic capacity and interface connectivity.
- Broad supply range 3 V to 5.25 V operation provides flexibility for integration with different board-level power domains.
- Compact, surface-mount packaging 160-BQFP surface-mount package supports high-density PCB layouts while keeping board footprint manageable.
- Clear commercial specification Commercial-grade rating and a 0°C to 70°C operating range simplify selection for mainstream electronic products.
- Regulatory cleanliness RoHS compliance supports environmentally driven product requirements.
Why Choose A42MX16-PQG160?
The A42MX16-PQG160 targets designers who need a mid-range FPGA offering a practical mix of logic resources and I/O capacity in a compact surface-mount package. With a straightforward supply-voltage window and commercial temperature rating, it fits into a wide range of mainstream electronic designs that require programmable logic without embedded RAM.
This part is appropriate for engineers seeking predictable, verifiable specifications—logic element count, gate count, I/O count, package, supply range, and operating temperature—backed by RoHS compliance and standard commercial-grade qualifications.
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