A54SX16P-1TQG176I

The A54SX16P-1TQG176I is an SX family field programmable gate array from Microchip Technology designed as a nonvolatile, single-chip FPGA solution. It delivers up to 24,000 system gates with 1,452 logic elements and 147 user-programmable I/Os, making it suitable for industrial embedded designs that require mixed-voltage I/O support, in-system diagnostics and deterministic timing.

As part of the SX-A family, the device benefits from series-level capabilities such as up to 250 MHz system performance and 350 MHz internal performance, configurable I/O standards, and hardware security features for protecting programmed designs.

Key Features

• Core Performance SX-A family architecture providing up to 250 MHz system performance and up to 350 MHz internal performance for timing-critical logic.
• Logic Capacity Approximately 24,000 system gates and 1,452 logic elements to implement medium-complexity FPGA designs.
• I/O Flexibility 147 programmable I/O pins with configurable support for 3.3 V / 5 V PCI, 5 V TTL, 3.3 V LVTTL and 2.5 V LVCMOS2 signaling.
• Mixed-Voltage and Supply Supports mixed-voltage operation (2.5 V, 3.3 V and 5 V) with a nominal supply range of 3 V to 5.5 V and 5 V tolerant I/Os and drive strength options.
• Packaging and Mounting Surface-mount 176-pin LQFP package (supplier package: 176-TQFP 24×24) for standard board-level integration.
• Industrial Temperature Grade Rated for industrial operation from -40 °C to +85 °C for deployment in temperature-demanding environments.
• Security and In-System Diagnostics Nonvolatile single-chip configuration combined with Actel Secure Programming Technology (FuseLock™) and in-system diagnostic/verification capabilities.
• Standards and Testability 66 MHz PCI compliance and boundary-scan testing (IEEE 1149.1) support for board-level validation and integration.
• Regulatory RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Industrial Control — Deterministic timing, industrial temperature grade and mixed-voltage I/O make the device suitable for embedded controllers and automation interfaces.
• PCI-based Embedded Systems — 66 MHz PCI compliance and configurable 3.3 V/5 V PCI I/O support for expansion cards and PCI-connected modules.
• Networking and Communications — High internal performance and flexible I/O standards support protocol bridging, packet processing and interface logic.
• Secure Embedded Designs — Nonvolatile configuration and FuseLock programming help protect intellectual property in security-sensitive products.

Unique Advantages

• Nonvolatile, Single-Chip Configuration — Eliminates the need for external configuration memory, simplifying BOM and board design.
• Flexible Voltage and I/O Support — Mixed 2.5 V/3.3 V/5 V operation and 5 V-tolerant I/Os enable direct interfacing with a wide range of system logic levels.
• Industrial Reliability — Industrial temperature rating (-40 °C to +85 °C) and surface-mount 176-pin package support robust deployment in industrial environments.
• Security-Oriented Programming — FuseLock technology and in-system diagnostic features reduce risk of reverse engineering and facilitate field verification.
• High I/O Density — 147 user I/Os provide ample connectivity for complex board-level functions without external I/O expanders.
• Standards Support — PCI compliance and boundary-scan capability streamline integration into legacy and testable systems.

Why Choose A54SX16P-1TQG176I?

The A54SX16P-1TQG176I positions itself as a compact, industrial-grade FPGA option that balances medium logic capacity with flexible I/O and secure, nonvolatile configuration. It is well suited for embedded and board-level designs that require mixed-voltage interfacing, robust temperature performance, and in-system testability.

Designers and procurement teams can rely on the device’s combination of 24,000 system gates, 1,452 logic elements, 147 I/Os and proven series-level performance to deliver a scalable, secure building block for industrial, communications and PCI-related applications.

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