A42MX36-PQ208M

The A42MX36-PQ208M is an MX series Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) from Microchip Technology designed for military-grade and high-reliability embedded applications. It provides a compact, surface-mount 208-BFQFP package with a wide operating temperature range and on-chip logic and memory resources suited for moderate-density programmable logic tasks.

With 176 I/O pins, 1,184 logic elements and 2,560 bits of on-chip RAM, this device targets board-level custom logic, control and interface functions where rugged temperature tolerance and flexible supply voltage are required.

Key Features

• Core / Architecture  MX Field Programmable Gate Array architecture in a 208-BFQFP package providing reconfigurable logic for custom functions.
• Logic Resources  1,184 logic elements and 54,000 gates for implementing moderate-density logic and state machines.
• Embedded Memory  2,560 bits of on-chip RAM to support small buffers, FIFOs or register files within the FPGA fabric.
• I/O  176 general-purpose I/O pins to support high pin-count interfacing and parallel bus connections at the board level.
• Power  Flexible supply voltage range from 3 V to 5.5 V to accommodate a variety of system power domains.
• Package & Mounting  208-BFQFP (supplier device package: 208-PQFP, 28 × 28 mm) in a surface-mount form factor for compact PCB integration.
• Temperature & Grade  Military grade with an operating temperature range of −55 °C to 125 °C for deployment in harsh and extreme-temperature environments.
• Environmental Compliance  RoHS compliant to meet lead-free and hazardous substance requirements in electronic assemblies.

Typical Applications

• Military and Rugged Embedded Systems  Use in control and interface boards where extended temperature operation and military-grade components are required.
• High‑I/O Interface Modules  Ideal for designs requiring numerous parallel or multiplexed connections thanks to 176 available I/O pins.
• Board‑Level Custom Logic  Implement protocol bridges, glue logic and state machines using the device’s 1,184 logic elements and on-chip RAM.
• Compact Surface‑Mount Designs  208-BFQFP surface-mount package enables integration into space-constrained PCBs while maintaining accessible pin count.

Unique Advantages

• Military Grade Temperature Range: Operates from −55 °C to 125 °C, supporting applications that must function reliably in extreme environments.
• Substantial I/O Capability: 176 I/O pins give designers flexibility for parallel interfaces, dense connector requirements and mixed-signal front ends.
• Flexible Power Supply: 3 V to 5.5 V supply range enables compatibility with common system rails and simplifies power domain integration.
• Balanced Logic and Memory: 1,184 logic elements with 2,560 bits of embedded RAM allow implementation of control logic and modest buffering on-chip.
• Compact Surface‑Mount Package: 208-BFQFP (28 × 28 mm) package supports high-density PCB layouts while remaining manufacturable with standard surface-mount processes.
• RoHS Compliant: Meets lead-free and hazardous substance requirements for modern electronic assembly standards.

Why Choose A42MX36-PQ208M?

The A42MX36-PQ208M is positioned for engineers who need a military-grade FPGA with a balanced combination of logic resources, on‑chip RAM and a high I/O count in a compact surface-mount package. Its wide supply voltage acceptance and extended operating temperature make it suitable for rugged embedded designs that require dependable, board-level programmable logic.

This Microchip Technology device is appropriate for projects where reliability, scalable logic capacity and robust environmental tolerance are key decision factors, offering a clear specification set for procurement and integration into long-life systems.

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