A54SX72A-PQ208I

The A54SX72A-PQ208I is an SX-A family FPGA from Microchip Technology delivering a nonvolatile, single‑chip FPGA solution with up to 108,000 system gates and approximately 6,036 logic elements. The device targets industrial applications that require robust I/O flexibility, deterministic timing, and on-chip security and diagnostic capabilities.

Built on the SX-A architecture, this device offers high internal performance (up to 350 MHz) and system performance up to 250 MHz, along with mixed‑voltage I/O support and a wide supply range (2.25 V to 5.25 V) for flexible integration into diverse embedded systems.

Key Features

• Core Capacity — Approximately 6,036 logic elements and 108,000 system gates provide substantial logic density for medium‑to‑high complexity designs.
• Flip‑Flop Resources — Device resources include dedicated flip‑flops consistent with the SX‑A family architecture to support synchronous designs.
• High Performance — Internal performance up to 350 MHz and system performance up to 250 MHz for demanding timing requirements.
• Flexible I/O — 171 user I/Os (208‑pin PQFP package), configurable for 3.3 V/5 V PCI, 5 V TTL, 3.3 V LVTTL and 2.5 V LVCMOS2 with 5 V input tolerance and 5 V drive strength.
• Power and System Friendliness — Hot‑swap compliant I/Os and power‑up/power‑down friendly behavior with no required supply sequencing.
• Package and Mounting — 208‑pin BFQFP (208‑PQFP, 28 × 28) surface‑mount package suitable for industrial board assemblies; RoHS compliant.
• Operating Range — Industrial temperature grade: –40 °C to +85 °C and a wide supply voltage range of 2.25 V to 5.25 V.
• System Interfaces and Compliance — 66 MHz PCI compliance and support for configurable I/O standards to interface with legacy and modern buses.
• Design Integrity and Test — Boundary‑scan testing compliant with IEEE 1149.1 (JTAG) and deterministic, user‑controllable timing for repeatable system behavior.
• Security and Diagnostics — In‑system diagnostic and verification support (Silicon Explorer II) plus Actel Secure Programming Technology with FuseLock™ to protect design IP.
• Resource Control — Up to 100% resource utilization and 100% pin locking for tight design control and placement stability.

Typical Applications

• Industrial Control — Industrial systems that require industrial temperature operation, flexible I/O voltage support, and robust single‑chip configuration.
• PCI‑Based Systems — 66 MHz PCI‑compliant designs that benefit from configurable I/O standards and 5 V tolerance for legacy bus interfacing.
• Embedded Systems with On‑Board Security — Applications needing nonvolatile single‑chip configuration and FuseLock™ programming for IP protection and in‑system diagnostics.

Unique Advantages

• Nonvolatile Single‑Chip FPGA: Eliminates the need for external configuration memory, simplifying BOM and board layout.
• Wide Voltage Flexibility: 2.25 V to 5.25 V supply range and multi‑standard I/O support enable mixed‑voltage system integration without extensive level‑shifting.
• Industrial Temperature Rating: –40 °C to +85 °C operation supports deployment in industrial environments.
• Deterministic Timing and Full Resource Use: User‑controllable timing with up to 100% resource utilization and pin locking helps deliver predictable system behavior and efficient resource allocation.
• Built‑In Security and Diagnostics: FuseLock™ programming and Silicon Explorer II compatibility provide IP protection plus in‑system diagnostic and verification capability.
• High I/O Count in PQFP Package: 171 user I/Os in a 208‑pin PQFP package enable dense interfacing without moving to higher pin‑count BGA packages.

Why Choose A54SX72A-PQ208I?

The A54SX72A-PQ208I is positioned for designers who need a robust, nonvolatile FPGA with substantial logic capacity (approximately 6,036 logic elements and 108,000 system gates), flexible I/O standards, and industrial temperature operation. Its combination of deterministic timing, on‑chip security, and in‑system diagnostic support makes it suitable for industrial control, PCI‑based systems, and embedded designs that require reliable configuration and verification features.

Available in a 208‑pin PQFP surface‑mount package and offering wide supply voltage tolerance and RoHS compliance, the A54SX72A-PQ208I provides a scalable option within the SX‑A family for projects that demand integration, predictable timing, and protected IP on a single nonvolatile device.

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