A42MX24-PQG160

The A42MX24-PQG160 is a commercial-grade FPGA from Microchip Technology designed for general-purpose programmable logic in surface-mount applications. It provides a balanced combination of I/O capacity and logic resources in a 160-pin BQFP package for commercial embedded systems.

Key device attributes include 125 user I/O pins, approximately 36,000 gates and 912 logic element cells, operation from 3.0 V to 5.25 V, and a commercial operating temperature range of 0 °C to 70 °C.

Key Features

• Logic Resources — Approximately 912 logic element cells and a total gate count of 36,000 provide programmable fabric for custom digital functions.
• I/O Capacity — 125 user I/O pins enable broad peripheral and bus interfacing while keeping board routing manageable in a 160-pin package.
• Package and Mounting — Supplied in a 160-BQFP (supplier package: 160-PQFP, 28×28 mm) with surface-mount mounting type for standard PCB assembly.
• Power Range — Flexible supply voltage range from 3.0 V to 5.25 V to support common logic and mixed-voltage interfaces.
• Memory — Total on-chip RAM reported as 0 bits; external memory should be used where embedded RAM is required.
• Environmental and Grade — Commercial-grade device with operating temperature from 0 °C to 70 °C and RoHS compliance for regulatory alignment.

Typical Applications

• Commercial embedded systems — Deploy custom control and I/O handling where a 125-pin I/O count and commercial temperature range fit system requirements.
• Consumer electronics prototypes — Use the programmable logic fabric and 36,000-gate capacity for development and feature validation on 28×28 mm BQFP PCBs.
• Board-level glue logic — Replace multiple discrete gates and CPLDs with integrated programmable logic to reduce BOM complexity while leveraging the device’s I/O count.

Unique Advantages

• Right-sized logic density: Approximately 912 logic element cells and 36,000 gates provide sufficient programmable resources for a wide range of control and interfacing tasks without excessive footprint.
• High I/O count in a compact package: 125 user I/O pins in a 160-pin BQFP package simplify routing of multiple peripherals and interfaces on compact boards.
• Flexible voltage support: 3.0 V to 5.25 V supply range accommodates common logic levels and mixed-voltage designs.
• Commercial-grade qualification: Rated for 0 °C to 70 °C operation and RoHS compliant for mainstream commercial deployments.
• Surface-mount readiness: 160-PQFP (28×28) supplier package and surface-mount mounting support standard PCB assembly flows.

Why Choose A42MX24-PQG160?

The A42MX24-PQG160 is positioned for designers seeking a commercially rated FPGA with moderate logic density, a high I/O count, and flexible supply voltage options in a conventional 160-pin BQFP package. Its specification set makes it suitable for commercial embedded designs, prototyping, and board-level integration where external memory is acceptable and RoHS compliance is required.

Supported by Microchip Technology’s ecosystem and documentation for the MX family, this device offers a straightforward path for teams needing programmable logic with clear, verifiable electrical and thermal limits for commercial deployments.

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