A42MX36-PQ208

The A42MX36-PQ208 is an MX family Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) IC from Microchip Technology, supplied in a 208-pin BFQFP package. Designed for commercial-grade embedded logic and interface tasks, it combines a mid-range logic capacity with a sizable I/O count and a broad supply voltage range to support a variety of standard electronic designs.

Key Features

• Core Logic 1,184 logic elements providing configurable digital logic resources and approximately 54,000 gates for custom logic implementation.
• Embedded Memory Approximately 2.56 kbits of on-chip RAM (2,560 bits) for small data buffering and state storage within user logic.
• I/O Capacity 176 general-purpose I/O pins to support parallel interfaces, bus bridging, and multi-signal connectivity.
• Power and Supply Operates across a 3 V to 5.25 V supply range, enabling use with standard commercial power rails.
• Package and Mounting Surface-mount 208-BFQFP package (supplier device package 208-PQFP, 28 × 28 mm) for compact board-level integration.
• Operating Grade and Temperature Commercial-grade device specified for an operating temperature range of 0°C to 70°C.
• Environmental Compliance RoHS compliant to meet standard environmental directives for electronic components.

Typical Applications

• Embedded Logic and Control — Implement custom control state machines, timing logic, and protocol handlers in commercial embedded products.
• I/O Bridging and Expansion — Provide parallel/serial interfacing and signal aggregation where a high I/O count is needed.
• Prototype and Development Platforms — Suitable for evaluating custom digital functions and validating logic designs in a commercial development environment.

Unique Advantages

• Balanced Logic Density: 1,184 logic elements and approximately 54,000 gates deliver substantial programmable logic capacity for mid-range designs.
• High I/O Count: 176 I/O pins enable complex interfacing and multiple peripheral connections without external multiplexing.
• Flexible Supply Range: 3 V to 5.25 V operation allows integration with common commercial power rails and legacy logic levels.
• Compact, Surface-Mount Package: 208-BFQFP (28 × 28 mm) provides a compact footprint for board-level implementations while simplifying assembly.
• Commercial Temperature Rating: Specified for 0°C to 70°C, making it suitable for standard commercial electronics applications.
• RoHS Compliant: Meets common environmental compliance requirements for commercial electronic devices.

Why Choose A42MX36-PQ208?

The A42MX36-PQ208 provides a practical combination of programmable logic resources, on-chip memory, and a high I/O count in a compact BFQFP package, positioned for commercial embedded designs that require flexible digital customization. Its voltage range and RoHS compliance simplify integration into standard commercial products.

This device is well suited to designers and teams building mid-range custom logic, interface bridging, or prototype platforms who need a reliable, commercially graded FPGA option from Microchip Technology.

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