A42MX36-CQ208M

The A42MX36-CQ208M is a Microchip MX-series field programmable gate array (FPGA) supplied in a 208-BFCQFP package with tie bar. It integrates mid-range logic capacity and on-chip memory with a high I/O count for embedded designs that require configurable logic and broad environmental tolerance.

Designed and graded for military use, this device supports a wide operating temperature range and a flexible supply voltage window, making it suitable for systems requiring extended thermal capability and adaptable power interfacing.

Key Features

• Core Logic  1,184 logic elements and approximately 54,000 gates provide the programmable fabric for implementing custom digital functions and state machines.
• Embedded Memory  2,560 bits of on-chip RAM to support small buffering, register storage, and lookup-table implementations.
• I/O Density  176 user I/O pins enable high-pin-count interfaces for parallel buses, sensor arrays, and multi-channel I/O designs.
• Power and Voltage Range  Operates from 3 V to 5.5 V, allowing compatibility with a variety of legacy and modern power domains.
• Package and Mounting  Supplied in a 208-BFCQFP package with tie bar (supplier device package: 208-CQFP, 75 × 75) for surface-mount PCB assembly.
• Temperature and Grade  Military-grade device rated for operation from −55 °C to 125 °C for deployment in harsh thermal environments.
• Regulatory Compliance  RoHS compliant, supporting regulatory requirements for lead-free manufacturing processes.

Typical Applications

• Military and defense embedded systems  Programmable logic for control, interfacing and custom signal routing in applications that require military-grade temperature performance.
• I/O-dense control and interface modules  Use the 176 I/O pins to aggregate and translate multiple parallel and serial signals in complex embedded systems.
• Custom logic and prototyping  Implement mid-range programmable logic functions and state machines where 1,184 logic elements and on-chip RAM meet design needs.
• Ruggedized electronics  Deploy in designs that require surface-mount packaging and operation across −55 °C to 125 °C ambient conditions.

Unique Advantages

• Military-grade thermal performance: Rated from −55 °C to 125 °C, enabling use in temperature-critical and rugged environments.
• Broad supply flexibility: 3 V to 5.5 V operation allows integration with a range of power architectures and legacy voltage domains.
• High I/O count: 176 I/O pins simplify board-level routing for multi-channel interfaces and dense connector applications.
• Balanced logic and gate resources: 1,184 logic elements and ~54,000 gates provide a mid-range programmable solution for custom digital functions without excessive footprint.
• Surface-mount 208-CQFP package: Compact form factor with tie bar facilitates automated assembly while maintaining a high pin count.
• RoHS compliant: Supports lead-free manufacturing and environmental compliance requirements.

Why Choose A42MX36-CQ208M?

The A42MX36-CQ208M positions itself as a mid-range, military-grade FPGA option for designs that require moderate logic density, substantial I/O capability, and reliable operation across a wide thermal range. Its combination of 1,184 logic elements, 2,560 bits of on-chip RAM, and 176 I/O pins makes it well suited for embedded systems, ruggedized controls, and interface-intensive modules.

With a flexible 3 V to 5.5 V supply range, surface-mount 208-CQFP packaging, and RoHS compliance, this FPGA offers a practical balance of integration, environmental tolerance, and manufacturability for engineering teams targeting long-term, high-reliability deployments.

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