A54SX16P-1PQG208M

The A54SX16P-1PQG208M is a nonvolatile SX-series FPGA offering approximately 24,000 system gates and 1,452 logic elements in a 208-pin BFQFP package. Designed for mixed-voltage systems, it supports 3 V to 5.5 V supplies and up to 175 user I/Os, providing flexible I/O configuration and reliable operation across a wide temperature range.

This military-grade device is optimized for applications requiring deterministic timing, in-system diagnostics, and secure programming, backed by features such as hot-swap–capable I/Os, JTAG boundary-scan, and Actel/ Microchip secure programming technology.

Key Features

• Core Capacity  Approximately 24,000 system gates and 1,452 logic elements for mid-density logic integration.
• Performance  -1 speed grade available (approximately 15% faster than standard), with SX-family performance characteristics documented up to 250 MHz system and 350 MHz internal operation in the family datasheet.
• I/O and Mixed-Voltage Support  175 user-programmable I/Os with configurable support for multiple voltage standards; compatible with 3.3 V/5 V PCI and mixed 2.5 V, 3.3 V, and 5 V I/O environments.
• Nonvolatile, Single-Chip Solution  Built-in nonvolatile configuration—single-chip FPGA eliminates the need for external configuration memory.
• System and Test Support  Boundary-scan (IEEE 1149.1 JTAG) for board-level testability and in-system diagnostic capabilities with Silicon Explorer II diagnostics noted for the SX family.
• Security  Actel Secure Programming Technology with FuseLock™ provides protection against reverse engineering and design theft (family feature).
• Power and I/O Robustness  Hot-swap–compliant I/Os and power-up/power-down friendly behavior (no sequencing required for supply voltages).
• Package and Mounting  208-BFQFP (supplier package 208-PQFP, 28 × 28 mm), surface-mount device suitable for standard PCB assembly.
• Temperature and Grade  Military grade with an operating temperature range of −55 °C to +125 °C for high-reliability deployments.
• Environmental Compliance  RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Aerospace & Defense  Military-grade operating temperature and robust packaging make this FPGA suitable for avionics, rugged communications, and other defense electronics requiring reliability across extreme environments.
• Mixed-Voltage System Interfaces  Configurable I/Os and 5 V input tolerance enable integration with legacy 5 V logic, PCI interfaces, and modern 2.5 V/3.3 V subsystems.
• Secure or Sensitive Designs  On-chip secure programming (FuseLock) and single-chip nonvolatile configuration help protect IP in applications where reverse-engineering risks must be mitigated.
• In-System Diagnostic and Test Solutions  JTAG boundary-scan and the SX family’s in-system diagnostic capabilities support board-level testing, fault isolation, and field diagnostics.

Unique Advantages

• Deterministic, Controllable Timing: Family-level support for deterministic timing simplifies system timing closure and design verification.
• Single-Chip Nonvolatile Design: Eliminates external configuration components and simplifies BOM and board-level design.
• Wide Supply Range: 3 V to 5.5 V supply capability accommodates a variety of legacy and modern system voltage domains.
• High-Reliability Temperature Rating: −55 °C to +125 °C operating range and military grade classification for deployment in demanding environments.
• Comprehensive Test and Security Features: Boundary-scan (IEEE 1149.1) and secure programming technology reduce manufacturing risk and protect IP.
• Flexible, High-Density I/O: 175 user I/Os enable dense peripheral and interface routing in a 208-pin package.

Why Choose A54SX16P-1PQG208M?

The A54SX16P-1PQG208M positions itself as a robust, mid-density FPGA solution for designs that require nonvolatile configuration, mixed-voltage interfacing, and military-grade environmental tolerance. Its combination of roughly 24,000 system gates, 1,452 logic elements, and 175 user I/Os provides designers the integration needed to consolidate logic, reduce board-level complexity, and maintain secure, in-field programmability.

Choose this device for projects that demand deterministic timing, board-level testability, and protection of intellectual property, while benefiting from a single-chip FPGA architecture and wide operating voltage and temperature ranges.

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