A42MX24-2PQ160I

The A42MX24-2PQ160I is an MX series field programmable gate array (FPGA) from Microchip Technology designed for industrial embedded designs. It provides mid-range logic capacity and a high I/O count in a compact surface-mount package.

Key device characteristics include 912 logic elements (approximately 36,000 gates), 125 user I/O pins, a 160-BQFP package (160-PQFP, 28×28), a wide supply range of 3 V to 5.5 V, and an industrial operating temperature range of −40 °C to 85 °C. The device is RoHS compliant.

Key Features

• Core Logic Capacity  Provides 912 logic elements and approximately 36,000 gates to implement mid-range custom logic and control functions.
• I/O Density  125 programmable I/O pins enable extensive peripheral interfacing and signal aggregation without excessive external components.
• Package & Mounting  Supplied in a 160-BQFP package (supplier device package: 160-PQFP, 28×28) optimized for surface-mount assembly.
• Supply Voltage Flexibility  Operates from 3 V to 5.5 V to support multiple logic domains and common industrial power rails.
• Industrial Temperature & Grade  Industrial-grade device rated for operation from −40 °C to 85 °C for use in temperature-challenging environments.
• Regulatory Compliance  RoHS compliant for environmental and manufacturing compliance.

Typical Applications

• Industrial Control  Use the FPGA for custom control logic, sequencing, and real-time decision-making in industrial systems that require industrial temperature operation.
• I/O Aggregation and Interface Bridging  High I/O count suits aggregation of sensors, actuators, and peripheral buses, reducing external glue logic.
• Custom Logic and Embedded Processing  Mid-range logic capacity supports implementation of application-specific state machines, protocol handling, and glue-logic functions.

Unique Advantages

• Balanced Logic Density: 912 logic elements and ~36,000 gates provide a practical balance of capacity and cost for mid-range designs.
• High I/O Count: 125 I/O pins reduce the need for external expanders and simplify board-level integration.
• Wide Supply Range: 3 V to 5.5 V operation enables compatibility with multiple system power architectures.
• Industrial Reliability: Rated for −40 °C to 85 °C and classified as industrial grade for deployment in demanding environments.
• Compact Surface-Mount Package: 160-BQFP (160-PQFP, 28×28) supports automated assembly and space-constrained PCB designs.
• RoHS Compliant: Meets environmental requirements for modern manufacturing processes.

Why Choose A42MX24-2PQ160I?

The A42MX24-2PQ160I delivers a practical combination of logic capacity, high I/O count, and industrial temperature capability in a compact surface-mount package. It is well suited for engineers designing industrial embedded systems that require custom logic, extensive peripheral interfacing, and robust environmental performance.

With straightforward voltage requirements and RoHS compliance, this FPGA offers a reliable, easily integrated option for mid-range programmable logic tasks where space, I/O density, and industrial operation are priorities.

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