A54SX72A-2PQG208I

The A54SX72A-2PQG208I is an SX-A family FPGA from Microchip Technology offering 108,000 system gates and 6,036 logic elements in a 208-pin PQFP package. It is an industrial-grade, nonvolatile single-chip FPGA optimized for embedded and control applications requiring mixed-voltage I/O flexibility and deterministic timing.

Key use cases include industrial control, embedded system glue logic, and I/O-intensive designs that benefit from configurable I/O standards, boundary-scan testability, and security features provided at the device level.

Key Features

• Logic Capacity — 108,000 system gates and approximately 6,036 logic elements (combinatorial cells) to implement medium-complexity digital systems.
• I/O Count & Flexibility — 171 user-programmable I/Os with configurable support for multiple I/O standards and mixed-voltage operation.
• Voltage Range — Operates from 2.25 V to 5.25 V for broad compatibility with legacy and modern interfaces; supports mixed 2.5 V, 3.3 V and 5 V operation as described in the SX-A family documentation.
• Performance — SX-A family performance targets include up to 250 MHz system performance and up to 350 MHz internal performance for timing-critical paths (family-level specification).
• Package & Mounting — 208-pin plastic quad flat pack (PQFP) surface-mount package (supplier device package: 208-PQFP, 28×28 mm).
• Industrial Temperature Grade — Specified operating temperature range from −40 °C to 85 °C, suitable for industrial applications.
• Nonvolatile Single-Chip Solution — SX-A family devices are nonvolatile single-chip FPGAs, simplifying system configuration and power-up behavior.
• Security & Testability — Family-level features include boundary-scan testing (IEEE 1149.1) and secure programming (FuseLock™ technology) to protect IP and enable in-system diagnostics.
• Power-Up/Down Friendly I/Os — I/O behavior supports power-up/power-down without strict supply sequencing; includes configurable weak pull-up/pull-down options and individual output slew-rate control (family-level features).
• On-Chip Memory — Total on-chip RAM bits: 0 (no embedded RAM reported for this device).
• RoHS Compliance — Device is RoHS compliant.
• Speed Grade — This part is marked “-2” speed grade (family documentation indicates –2 is approximately 25% faster than standard).

Typical Applications

• Industrial Control — Implement control logic, state machines, and interface bridging in equipment that must operate across −40 °C to 85 °C.
• Embedded System Glue Logic — Consolidate multiple interface translators and custom timing logic into a single 108k-gate FPGA, reducing board-level BOM and routing complexity.
• I/O-Intensive Interfaces — Use the 171 configurable I/Os and mixed-voltage support to interface with legacy 5 V peripherals and modern 3.3 V/2.5 V devices without additional level shifters.
• Secure, Testable Designs — Leverage built-in boundary-scan and secure programming features for in-system test, verification, and IP protection.

Unique Advantages

• Substantial Logic Density: 108,000 system gates and ~6,036 logic elements give designers room for complex glue logic and medium-scale integration on a single device.
• Mixed-Voltage I/O Compatibility: Broad voltage supply range (2.25 V–5.25 V) and family-level support for multiple I/O standards reduce the need for external level translation.
• Industrial Robustness: Rated for −40 °C to 85 °C operation and supplied in a surface-mount 208-pin PQFP package suitable for industrial environments.
• Nonvolatile, Single-Chip Architecture: Eliminates the need for external configuration memory and simplifies power-up sequencing in embedded systems.
• Security & Test Support: On-device FuseLock™ secure programming and IEEE 1149.1 boundary-scan support aid IP protection and manufacturing test flows.
• Deterministic Timing and Diagnostic Support: Family-level deterministic timing characteristics and in-system diagnostic capabilities support robust system validation and debugging.

Why Choose A54SX72A-2PQG208I?

The A54SX72A-2PQG208I positions itself as a practical, industrial-grade FPGA option for designs that require a substantial logic fabric, numerous configurable I/Os, and nonvolatile, single-chip configuration. Its combination of 108,000 system gates, ~6,036 logic elements, and industrial temperature rating makes it well suited to embedded and control applications where reliability and mixed-voltage interfacing matter.

Choosing this device delivers a compact integration point for medium-complexity digital systems, with family-level features for secure programming, boundary-scan testability, and flexible I/O behavior that simplify board-level design and long-term maintenance.

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