A42MX36-PQG208M
| Part Description |
MX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) IC 176 2560 208-BFQFP |
|---|---|
| Quantity | 126 Available (as of October 7, 2026) |
| Product Category | Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Microchip Technology |
| Manufacturing Status | Active |
| Manufacturer Standard Lead Time | 20 Weeks |
| Datasheet |
Specifications & Environmental
| Device Package | 208-PQFP (28x28) | Grade | Military | Operating Temperature | -55°C – 125°C | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package / Case | 208-BFQFP | Number of I/O | 176 | Voltage | 3 V - 5.5 V | ||
| Mounting Method | Surface Mount | RoHS Compliance | ROHS3 Compliant | REACH Compliance | REACH Unaffected | ||
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | 3 (168 Hours) | Number of LABs/CLBs | 2438 | Number of Logic Elements/Cells | 1184 | ||
| Number of Gates | 54000 | ECCN | 3A001A2C | HTS Code | 8542.39.0001 | ||
| Qualification | N/A | Total RAM Bits | 2560 |
Overview of A42MX36-PQG208M – MX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) IC 176 2560 208-BFQFP
The A42MX36-PQG208M is an MX series field programmable gate array (FPGA) provided in a 208-pin BFQFP package. It delivers a balance of logic resources, on-chip RAM, and a high I/O count for compact, reconfigurable digital designs.
Designed and graded for military use, this device supports a wide operating temperature range and a broad supply-voltage window, making it suitable for embedded systems and applications that require extended environmental tolerance and robust I/O connectivity.
Key Features
- Core Logic 1,184 logic elements and approximately 54,000 gates provide programmable logic capacity for custom digital functions.
- Embedded Memory 2,560 bits of on-chip RAM for small data buffers, state machines, and configuration storage.
- I/O Density Up to 176 general-purpose I/O pins to support multiple peripheral interfaces and external device connections.
- Package & Mounting 208-BFQFP surface-mount package; supplier device package listed as 208-PQFP (28x28) for board-level integration flexibility.
- Power Operates from a 3 V to 5.5 V supply range to accommodate a variety of system power rails.
- Thermal & Grade Military grade with an operating temperature range of -55 °C to 125 °C for deployment in demanding environments.
- Environmental Compliance RoHS compliant.
Typical Applications
- Military & Aerospace Control — Use for mission electronics and embedded controllers that require military-grade temperature capability and reliable packaging.
- Custom I/O and Protocol Bridging — High I/O count enables aggregation and translation of multiple peripheral interfaces in compact systems.
- Embedded System Glue Logic — Implement glue logic, state machines, and peripheral control functions in space-constrained surface-mount designs.
Unique Advantages
- Military-grade temperature tolerance: Operates from -55 °C to 125 °C, supporting deployments in harsh thermal environments.
- Wide supply-voltage range: 3 V to 5.5 V operation allows integration with a variety of system power architectures.
- High I/O capacity: 176 I/Os simplify system-level routing and reduce the need for additional interface components.
- Compact surface-mount package: 208-BFQFP (supplier: 208-PQFP, 28x28) enables dense PCB layouts for space-constrained applications.
- Integrated logic and gate count: 1,184 logic elements and ~54,000 gates provide on-chip programmability to consolidate discrete logic functions.
- RoHS compliant: Meets environmental regulatory expectations for lead-free assembly.
Why Choose A42MX36-PQG208M?
The A42MX36-PQG208M positions itself as a compact, military-graded FPGA option that combines a substantial I/O complement with programmable logic and on-chip RAM for embedded designs. Its wide voltage tolerance and extended temperature range make it appropriate for systems that must tolerate variable power conditions and harsh environments.
Choose this device when you need reconfigurable logic in a surface-mount 208-pin package, particularly for military or rugged embedded applications where environmental robustness and I/O density are primary considerations.
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