A54SX32A-CQ256M
| Part Description |
SX-A Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) IC 228 256-BFCQFP with Tie Bar |
|---|---|
| Quantity | 636 Available (as of May 5, 2026) |
| Product Category | Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Microchip Technology |
| Manufacturing Status | Active |
| Manufacturer Standard Lead Time | 40 Weeks |
| Datasheet |
Specifications & Environmental
| Device Package | 256-CQFP (75x75) | Grade | Military | Operating Temperature | -55°C – 125°C | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package / Case | 256-BFCQFP with Tie Bar | Number of I/O | 228 | Voltage | 2.25 V - 5.25 V | ||
| Mounting Method | Surface Mount | RoHS Compliance | RoHS non-compliant | REACH Compliance | REACH Unaffected | ||
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | 3 (168 Hours) | Number of LABs/CLBs | 2880 | Number of Logic Elements/Cells | 2880 | ||
| Number of Gates | 48000 | ECCN | 3A001A2C | HTS Code | 8542.39.0001 | ||
| Qualification | N/A |
Overview of A54SX32A-CQ256M – SX-A Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) IC 228 256-BFCQFP with Tie Bar
The A54SX32A-CQ256M is a HiRel SX-A family field programmable gate array (FPGA) offered in a 256-pin ceramic CQFP package with tie bar. It delivers a military‑grade FPGA option with up to 48,000 system gates, 2,880 logic elements, and up to 228 user‑programmable I/O pins for space‑constrained, reliability‑focused embedded systems.
Designed for high‑reliability and military temperature environments, this device supports a wide supply range and deterministic timing characteristics to serve mission‑critical applications that require robust performance across −55°C to +125°C.
Key Features
- Core Capacity Approximately 48,000 system gates and about 2,880 logic elements provide mid‑range FPGA logic density suitable for consolidation of control and processing functions.
- I/O and Packaging Up to 228 user‑programmable I/O pins in a 256‑pin BFCQFP ceramic package with tie bar; supplier device package listed as 256‑CQFP (75×75 mm).
- Performance Documented family performance includes system operation to 215 MHz (military temperature) and 5.3 ns clock‑to‑out pin‑to‑pin timing in the SX‑A family.
- Supply Voltage Flexibility Operates across a broad supply range from 2.25 V to 5.25 V, enabling mixed‑voltage interfacing options where required by system design.
- Thermal and Environmental Rating Qualified for military ambient operation with full testing across −55°C to +125°C and Class B level device flow as described for the family.
- On‑Chip Memory No embedded RAM on the device (Total RAM Bits: 0), appropriate for designs that use external memory or require predictable, RAM‑free logic implementation.
- Mounting and Compliance Surface mount device; RoHS compliant to meet environmental regulations.
- HiRel Family Features Family features include secure programming options, in‑system diagnostic capability, and deterministic, user‑controllable timing (as described for the SX‑A series).
Typical Applications
- Military and Defense Systems Suited for mission‑critical control and signal processing where military temperature qualification and ceramic packaging are required.
- Aerospace Avionics Use in avionics subsystems that demand deterministic timing and a wide operating temperature range for reliable airborne operation.
- Secure Embedded Controllers Applicable for secure, tamper‑resistant designs leveraging the SX‑A family’s secure programming features for intellectual property protection.
- High‑Reliability Instrumentation Integration into test, measurement, and instrumentation equipment that requires QML/Class B production flow and full temperature testing.
Unique Advantages
- Military‑Grade Qualification: Built and tested for −55°C to +125°C operation and Class B device flows, supporting deployment in harsh environments.
- Deterministic Timing: SX‑A family timing characteristics (including low clock‑to‑out latency) help designers implement predictable, time‑critical logic functions.
- Flexible Voltage Operation: Wide supply range from 2.25 V to 5.25 V provides design flexibility for mixed‑voltage systems and legacy I/O interfacing.
- Ceramic CQFP Packaging: 256‑pin ceramic CQFP (with tie bar) offers a hermetic packaging option for reliability‑sensitive applications.
- High I/O Density: Up to 228 user‑programmable I/O pins enable rich peripheral and bus interfacing without board‑level multiplexing.
- RoHS Compliant: Meets environmental compliance requirements while maintaining HiRel characteristics.
Why Choose A54SX32A-CQ256M?
The A54SX32A-CQ256M is positioned for designs that require military temperature operation, reliable ceramic packaging, and a mid‑range FPGA resource set with high I/O density. Its configuration within the HiRel SX‑A family brings deterministic timing and family‑level features that are useful in secure and mission‑critical systems.
This device suits engineers and procurement teams building long‑life, high‑reliability systems who need predictable behavior across extreme temperatures, broad voltage support, and a ceramic CQFP form factor for system integration and durability.
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