A42MX36-3PQ208I

The A42MX36-3PQ208I from Microchip Technology is an MX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) supplied in a 208-BFQFP surface-mount package. It delivers mid-density programmable logic suitable for industrial applications that require configurable I/O and on-chip memory.

Built with 1,184 logic elements (approximately 54,000 gates), 2,560 bits of embedded RAM and 176 I/O pins, this device targets designs that need flexible integration of custom logic with a wide supply voltage range and industrial operating temperature.

Key Features

• Core Logic 1,184 logic elements and 54,000 gates provide mid-range programmable logic capacity for implementing custom digital functions.
• Embedded Memory Total on-chip RAM of 2,560 bits for local data storage and temporary buffering within user logic.
• I/O Count 176 general-purpose I/O pins to support broad interfacing and peripheral connectivity requirements.
• Power and Voltage Wide supply voltage range from 3 V to 5.5 V offers flexibility for mixed-voltage system designs.
• Package and Mounting 208-BFQFP package (supplier device package: 208-PQFP 28×28) in a surface-mount format suitable for compact PCB layouts.
• Industrial Temperature Range Rated for operation from −40 °C to 85 °C, appropriate for industrial environments.
• Regulatory Compliance RoHS compliant to meet lead-free manufacturing requirements.

Typical Applications

• Industrial Control — Use the device’s industrial temperature rating and 176 I/O pins for control logic, I/O aggregation and interface tasks in automation equipment.
• Embedded Systems — Implement custom digital functions and glue logic using the 1,184 logic elements and on-chip RAM for compact embedded designs.
• I/O Expansion and Bridging — Leverage the high I/O count and flexible voltage range to connect and translate between multiple peripheral interfaces.

Unique Advantages

• Moderate Logic Density — 1,184 logic elements and 54,000 gates provide balanced capacity for moderately complex designs without excessive area or power overhead.
• Wide I/O Availability — 176 I/O pins simplify system integration by accommodating multiple signals and peripherals directly on-chip.
• Flexible Power Integration — 3 V to 5.5 V supply range enables compatibility with a variety of power systems and legacy interfaces.
• Industrial-Grade Operation — −40 °C to 85 °C operating range supports deployment in demanding temperature environments.
• Compact Surface-Mount Package — 208-BFQFP (208-PQFP 28×28) package supports dense PCB layouts while maintaining accessibility to numerous I/O.
• RoHS Compliant — Meets common lead-free manufacturing requirements for regulatory and environmental compliance.

Why Choose A42MX36-3PQ208I?

The A42MX36-3PQ208I is positioned as a mid-density, industrial-grade FPGA for designers who need programmable logic, substantial I/O, and on-chip memory in a compact surface-mount package. Its combination of 1,184 logic elements, 2,560 bits of embedded RAM and 176 I/O pins makes it suitable for applications that require configurable digital logic and flexible interfacing under industrial temperature conditions.

Manufactured by Microchip Technology, this device offers a balance of integration, configurability and compliance that can simplify BOMs and support robust deployments where industrial temperature range and RoHS compliance are required.

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