A42MX24-PQG160M

The A42MX24-PQG160M is a field-programmable gate array (FPGA) from Microchip Technology designed for military-grade embedded applications. It provides reconfigurable digital logic with a balance of gate density and I/O capability in a compact 160-BQFP surface-mount package.

With approximately 36,000 gates, 912 logic elements, 125 user I/Os, a wide 3 V to 5.5 V supply range and an extended operating temperature of −55 °C to 125 °C, this device targets designs that require rugged operation, flexible interfacing and on-board configurability.

Key Features

• Core Logic  Approximately 36,000 gates and 912 logic elements provide the programmable fabric for implementing custom digital functions.
• I/O Capability  125 general-purpose I/O pins support a range of interface requirements and board-level connectivity.
• Memory  Total on-chip RAM bits: 0 (no embedded RAM).
• Power & Voltage  Wide supply tolerance from 3 V to 5.5 V enables use with common single-rail power architectures.
• Package & Mounting  160-BQFP surface-mount package (supplier device package: 160-PQFP, 28 × 28 mm) for compact PCB integration.
• Temperature & Grade  Military grade with operating temperature range −55 °C to 125 °C for harsh-environment deployments.
• Environmental Compliance  RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Military and Avionics Systems  Suited to rugged embedded logic, protocol bridging and custom processing in systems that require military-grade temperature performance.
• Harsh-Environment Embedded Controls  Embedded controllers and control logic where extended temperature range and wide supply tolerance are required.
• Communications and Interface Bridging  Implement custom interface logic and signal routing using the device’s abundant I/O and programmable gates.

Unique Advantages

• Military-Grade Reliability: Rated for −55 °C to 125 °C operation and specified as military grade for demanding environments.
• High Gate Density: Approximately 36,000 gates and 912 logic elements enable complex custom logic implementations on a single IC.
• Flexible I/O Count: 125 I/Os provide the connectivity needed for multi-channel interfaces and board-level integration.
• Wide Supply Range: 3 V to 5.5 V operation allows straightforward integration with common power architectures.
• Compact Surface-Mount Package: 160-BQFP (160-PQFP, 28 × 28 mm) balances pin count and PCB footprint for space-constrained designs.
• Regulatory Compliance: RoHS compliant to support environmentally conscious product builds.

Why Choose A42MX24-PQG160M?

The A42MX24-PQG160M positions itself as a configurable, military-grade FPGA option for designs that require reliable operation across extended temperatures and supply ranges. Its combination of gate density, plentiful I/O and compact BQFP package makes it appropriate for embedded systems where board space, ruggedness and on-board programmability are priorities.

Designed and manufactured by Microchip Technology, this FPGA is suited for engineers developing rugged embedded controls, communications interfaces and field-upgradeable digital systems that demand predictable, specification-driven components.

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