A42MX36-PQG208I

The A42MX36-PQG208I is a Microchip Technology MX family field programmable gate array (FPGA) in a 208-BFQFP package. It provides a mix of programmable logic, on-chip memory and I/O suitable for compact, industrial-grade embedded designs.

With 1,184 logic elements, approximately 2,560 bits of embedded RAM, 176 I/O pins and an operating range from -40 °C to 85 °C, this device addresses applications that require configurable logic, flexible interfacing and industrial temperature capability.

Key Features

• Core Logic — 1,184 logic elements and 54,000 gates provide on-chip programmable resources for implementing custom logic functions.
• Embedded Memory — Approximately 2,560 bits of on-chip RAM for small data buffers, state storage and configuration support.
• I/O Capacity — 176 I/O pins support extensive external interfacing for sensors, actuators and peripheral devices.
• Power Supply — Wide input range from 3 V to 5.5 V to accommodate common system rail voltages.
• Package & Mounting — 208-BFQFP (Supplier device package: 208-PQFP, 28 × 28 mm) in a surface-mount format for PCB assembly.
• Industrial Temperature Range — Rated for operation from -40 °C to 85 °C for deployment in industrial environments.
• Environmental Compliance — RoHS compliant to meet common environmental directives.

Typical Applications

• Industrial Control & Automation — Use the industrial temperature rating and flexible I/O to implement custom logic for controllers, I/O expansion and protocol bridging in factory or process environments.
• Embedded Prototyping — Leverage the on-chip logic and RAM for rapid prototyping of control algorithms and interface logic where a compact surface-mount package is required.
• I/O Intensive Interfaces — 176 I/O pins enable consolidation of multiple peripheral interfaces and signal routing into a single programmable device.

Unique Advantages

• Compact, Surface-Mount Package: 208-BFQFP package (208-PQFP, 28 × 28 mm) enables dense PCB layouts and automated assembly.
• Industrial Operating Range: Rated from -40 °C to 85 °C, supporting reliable operation in temperature-sensitive industrial applications.
• Flexible Power Options: Operates from 3 V to 5.5 V, simplifying integration with common system rails.
• High I/O Count: 176 I/O pins reduce the need for external multiplexers or expanders when interfacing multiple peripherals.
• RoHS Compliant: Meets environmental compliance requirements for manufacturing and deployment.

Why Choose A42MX36-PQG208I?

The A42MX36-PQG208I combines a practical balance of programmable logic, embedded memory and a high pin-count I/O footprint in a surface-mount 208-BFQFP package. Its industrial temperature rating and wide supply voltage range make it suitable for embedded systems that require configurable logic and robust field operation.

This device is well suited to designers and engineers building compact, I/O-rich industrial or embedded products who need a programmable, RoHS-compliant FPGA solution with straightforward supply and packaging options.

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