A54SX32A-CQ208

The A54SX32A-CQ208 is a commercial-grade SX-A family FPGA from Microchip Technology. It provides a mid-range, reprogrammable logic solution based on the HiRel SX-A architecture, delivering 48,000 system gates and 2,880 logic elements in a 208-pin ceramic CQFP package with tie bar.

Designed for applications that require configurable logic and flexible I/O, this device offers 174 user I/O pins, a wide supply voltage range (2.25 V to 5.25 V), and a commercial operating temperature range (0 °C to 70 °C).

Key Features

• Core Capacity  48,000 system gates with 2,880 logic elements (combinatorial cell count matching device specification).
• Logic Resources  2,880 logic elements and up to 1,080 dedicated flip-flops as identified in the device specification.
• I/O  174 user-programmable I/O pins available in the 208-pin CQFP package for flexible interfacing.
• Performance  Device-level timing example: 5.3 ns clock-to-out is indicated for this device in the family specification.
• Power Supply  Flexible supply range from 2.25 V to 5.25 V to support mixed-voltage system environments.
• Memory  No embedded RAM on-chip (Total Ram Bits: 0), consistent with device architecture and deterministic timing use cases.
• Package & Mounting  208-BFCQFP with tie bar (supplier package: 208-CQFP, 75×75); surface-mount mounting type.
• Grade & Temperature  Commercial grade device with an operating temperature range of 0 °C to 70 °C.
• Standards & Family Features (from SX-A family)  Family-level capabilities documented for the SX-A line include in-system diagnostics and configurable I/O support; refer to family datasheet for full feature details applicable to this device.
• RoHS Compliant  Device is RoHS compliant as listed in the product data.

Typical Applications

• Interface and Glue Logic  Use the A54SX32A-CQ208 to implement board-level interfacing, bus bridging, and custom glue logic where configurable I/O and a moderate gate count are required.
• PCI and Mixed-Voltage Interfaces  Suitable for mixed-voltage designs and interfaces that operate across 2.25 V–5.25 V domains; the SX-A family documentation includes PCI-related interface support details.
• System Control and Sequencing  Implement control state machines, protocol handlers, and timing-critical logic leveraging the device’s dedicated flip-flops and predictable timing characteristics.
• Prototyping and Custom Logic  Ideal for development platforms or production designs that need reprogrammable logic with a defined gate/logic element budget and commercial temperature range.

Unique Advantages

• Defined Logic Density:  48,000 system gates and 2,880 logic elements provide predictable capacity for mid-range FPGA designs.
• Flexible I/O Count:  174 user I/Os in the 208-pin CQFP package deliver broad connectivity for external peripherals and bus interfaces.
• Wide Supply Range:  2.25 V to 5.25 V supply compatibility supports mixed-voltage designs and simplifies integration with 3.3 V and 5 V systems.
• Deterministic, No On-Chip RAM:  With Total Ram Bits: 0, designs that require deterministic flip-flop-based logic and predictable timing behavior are supported.
• Ceramic CQFP Packaging:  208-BFCQFP with tie bar (supplier 208-CQFP, 75×75) provides a robust surface-mount package option for commercial applications.
• Commercial Temperature Rating:  Specified 0 °C to 70 °C operating range aligns with standard commercial electronic products and deployments.

Why Choose A54SX32A-CQ208?

The A54SX32A-CQ208 delivers a balanced combination of configurable logic capacity, a high I/O count, and flexible supply voltage support for commercial-grade FPGA applications. Its 48,000 system gates and 2,880 logic elements make it suitable for mid-range designs that need predictable timing and broad interfacing options without on-chip RAM.

This device is a practical choice for engineers and procurement teams building commercial electronic systems that require reprogrammable logic, reliable package options, and straightforward power domain compatibility. Refer to the SX-A family documentation for detailed implementation guidance and device-specific specifications.

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