A42MX36-1PQG208

The A42MX36-1PQG208 is an MX field programmable gate array from Microchip Technology, offered in a 208-pin BFQFP surface-mount package. It provides a mid-density programmable logic solution with a combination of logic resources, on-chip RAM and a high I/O count suitable for a range of commercial electronic designs.

Designed for commercial applications, the device operates from 3 V to 5.25 V and across a 0 °C to 70 °C temperature range, making it a practical choice for general-purpose embedded logic, interface bridging and system integration tasks.

Key Features

• Core Logic  1,184 logic elements and approximately 54,000 gates provide mid-range programmable logic capacity for custom digital functions.
• On-chip Memory  2,560 total RAM bits available for embedded data buffering and small lookup tables.
• I/O Resources  176 general-purpose I/O pins enable broad peripheral interfacing and multiple signal connections.
• Power  Wide supply range from 3 V to 5.25 V supports varied board-level power architectures.
• Package & Mounting  208-BFQFP (supplier package: 208-PQFP, 28 × 28 mm) in a surface-mount form factor for compact PCB layouts.
• Operating Range & Grade  Commercial temperature rating of 0 °C to 70 °C, suitable for standard commercial electronic products.
• Compliance  RoHS compliant to support regulatory requirements for lead-free assemblies.

Typical Applications

• Prototyping and Development  Implement custom digital logic and validate designs using the device's 1,184 logic elements and 54,000 gates.
• I/O-Intensive Interfaces  Use the 176 I/O pins to bridge multiple peripherals, sensors and external logic on a single device.
• Embedded Control and Glue Logic  Consolidate discrete components by implementing control, timing and protocol-handling logic within the FPGA.
• Compact Board Designs  The 208-BFQFP surface-mount package fits space-constrained PCBs while preserving a high pin count.

Unique Advantages

• Balanced Logic Density:  1,184 logic elements paired with ~54,000 gates offer a middle-ground capacity for many embedded logic tasks without excess overhead.
• Generous I/O Count:  176 I/O pins simplify interfacing multiple peripherals and reduce the need for external I/O expanders.
• Flexible Power Support:  Operates across 3 V to 5.25 V supply rails, allowing integration into a variety of legacy and modern power architectures.
• Compact, Surface-Mount Packaging:  The 208-PQFP (28 × 28 mm) package enables high pin density in space-limited designs.
• Regulatory-Friendly:  RoHS compliance supports lead-free assembly processes and environmental requirements.
• Commercial Temperature Suitability:  Rated 0 °C to 70 °C for general commercial applications and standard operating environments.

Why Choose A42MX36-1PQG208?

The A42MX36-1PQG208 delivers a pragmatic mix of programmable logic, I/O capacity and on-chip memory in a compact surface-mount package from Microchip Technology. Its balance of logic elements, gate count and I/O makes it well suited to designers who need moderate FPGA resources for interface logic, control functions and prototype implementations within commercial-temperature systems.

Backed by Microchip Technology's MX FPGA family, this device provides a straightforward path for consolidating discrete logic and bridging peripherals while remaining compliant with common assembly and environmental requirements.

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