A42MX16-VQG100I

The A42MX16-VQG100I is an MX family Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) manufactured by Microchip Technology. It provides programmable logic resources and I/O capability in a compact 100-pin TQFP/VQFP package for embedded and industrial applications.

With 608 logic elements, approximately 24,000 gates and 83 general-purpose I/O pins, this surface-mount FPGA supports flexible interface and control tasks across designs that require industrial-grade temperature range and wide supply-voltage tolerance.

Key Features

• Core Logic  Provides 608 logic elements and approximately 24,000 gates for implementing custom combinational and sequential logic functions.
• On‑chip Memory  Total on-chip RAM bits: 0 (no embedded RAM bits reported for this device).
• Input/Output  83 I/O pins to support multiple peripheral interfaces and signal connections in compact systems.
• Power Supply  Operates from 3 V to 5.5 V, allowing compatibility with a range of system voltage domains.
• Package & Mounting  Available in a 100‑pin TQFP package; supplier device package listed as 100‑VQFP (14×14). Surface mount mounting type supports standard PCB assembly.
• Temperature & Grade  Industrial-grade device rated for operation from −40°C to 85°C.
• Environmental Compliance  RoHS compliant for reduced hazardous substances in assembly.

Typical Applications

• Industrial Control  Use the FPGA for programmable control logic, interface glue, and small-scale customization within industrial equipment operating across −40°C to 85°C.
• Embedded Interfaces  Leverage 83 I/O pins and flexible logic to implement custom peripheral interfaces and signal conditioning in embedded platforms.
• Prototyping and Small FPGA Tasks  Suitable for prototyping custom logic functions or offloading discrete logic functions where moderate gate and logic-element counts meet design needs.

Unique Advantages

• Compact, surface-mount package  100‑pin TQFP/VQFP packaging enables high-density board layouts while remaining compatible with standard SMT assembly processes.
• Wide supply-voltage range  3 V to 5.5 V operation makes the device adaptable to multiple system power domains without external level shifters in some designs.
• Industrial temperature rating  Rated from −40°C to 85°C to support deployment in harsh or temperature-variable environments.
• Balanced I/O and logic resources  83 I/O pins combined with 608 logic elements and ~24,000 gates provide a practical balance for medium-complexity logic tasks and interface functions.
• RoHS compliant  Meets RoHS requirements for regulatory and assembly considerations.

Why Choose A42MX16-VQG100I?

The A42MX16-VQG100I positions as a compact, industrial-grade FPGA option for designers needing a moderate amount of programmable logic combined with a substantial number of I/O pins. Its 100‑pin surface-mount package and wide supply-voltage range make it suitable for embedded applications where board space, environmental tolerance and flexible interfacing are priorities.

This device is appropriate for engineers and procurement teams seeking a Microchip Technology FPGA with clear, verifiable specifications for logic resources, I/O count, package type and operating conditions—providing straightforward integration into industrial and embedded designs.

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