A42MX36-PQG208

The A42MX36-PQG208 is a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) IC from Microchip Technology designed for commercial-grade embedded logic applications. It combines a moderate logic capacity with on-chip memory and a high I/O count to support configurable digital functions and custom interface implementations.

With 1,184 logic elements, 2,560 bits of embedded RAM and 176 user I/O pins in a 208-BFQFP surface-mount package, this device addresses designs that require programmable logic, flexible I/O routing and compact PCB integration within a 0 °C to 70 °C operating range.

Key Features

• Core & Logic  1,184 logic elements providing the device’s programmable fabric for implementing custom digital logic and control functions.
• On‑Chip Memory  2,560 bits of embedded RAM for small data buffers, state storage and register arrays directly inside the FPGA.
• I/O Capacity  176 user I/O pins to support a wide range of peripherals, parallel interfaces and custom signaling on a single device.
• Logic Density  Approximately 54,000 gates of equivalent logic capacity for implementing combinational and sequential logic networks.
• Package & Mounting  208‑lead BFQFP surface-mount package (supplier device package: 208‑PQFP, 28×28) suited for compact PCB layouts and automated assembly.
• Power & Voltage  Operates from 3 V to 5.25 V supply rails, allowing compatibility with common digital power domains.
• Temperature & Grade  Commercial grade device with an operating temperature range of 0 °C to 70 °C for standard environmental conditions.
• RoHS Compliance  RoHS‑compliant construction for regulatory alignment with lead‑free assembly processes.

Typical Applications

• Interface Bridging  Use the device to implement protocol translation and custom interface logic where multiple signals and flexible I/O routing are required.
• Embedded Control  Implement control logic, state machines and peripheral management functions leveraging the device’s logic elements and on-chip RAM.
• Prototyping & Development  Suitable for designers creating and validating custom digital IP and glue logic before scaling to production.
• Peripheral Expansion  Add programmable signal handling and I/O expandability to existing systems using the device’s high pin count and reprogrammable fabric.

Unique Advantages

• Balanced Logic and Memory:  1,184 logic elements paired with 2,560 bits of RAM enable compact implementation of control and buffering functions without external memory.
• High I/O Count:  176 I/O pins reduce the need for external multiplexers or additional interface chips, simplifying PCB routing and BOM.
• Flexible Voltage Range:  3 V to 5.25 V supply range supports integration with common digital power domains and interfacing options.
• Compact Surface-Mount Package:  208‑lead BFQFP package allows dense placement and automated assembly for space-constrained designs.
• Regulatory Alignment:  RoHS compliance supports lead‑free manufacturing flows and environmental requirements.

Why Choose A42MX36-PQG208?

The A42MX36-PQG208 provides a pragmatic mix of logic capacity, on‑chip memory and extensive I/O in a compact surface-mount package, making it well suited for commercial embedded designs that need configurable logic and interface flexibility. Its electrical and thermal characteristics align with standard digital systems, enabling integration into a range of control, interfacing and prototyping applications.

Designed and manufactured by Microchip Technology, this FPGA offers a cost-effective, reprogrammable building block for engineers seeking a reliable, RoHS‑compliant device that balances integration and board-level simplicity.

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