A54SX72A-PQ208M

The A54SX72A-PQ208M is a nonvolatile, single-chip SX-A family FPGA from Microchip Technology. It offers a high-density programmable fabric with 6,036 logic elements and a system-gate capacity of 108,000, designed for applications that require robust logic capacity, mixed-voltage I/O support, and military-grade temperature capability.

With hot-swap compliant I/Os, PCI support, and deterministic timing features from the SX-A architecture, this device targets designs that demand secure in-system programmability and rugged operation across a wide voltage and temperature range.

Key Features

• Logic Capacity  6,036 logic elements (logic modules) and 108,000 system gates provide substantial programmable resources for complex glue logic and control functions.
• Performance  SX-A family performance characteristics include up to 250 MHz system performance and up to 350 MHz internal performance for timing-critical designs.
• I/O Flexibility  171 user I/Os on the 208-pin PQFP package with configurable I/O support for 3.3 V / 5 V PCI, 5 V TTL, 3.3 V LVTTL, and 2.5 V LVCMOS2; supports 2.5 V, 3.3 V, and 5 V mixed-voltage operation with 5 V input tolerance and 5 V drive strength.
• Nonvolatile Single-Chip  Built as a nonvolatile, single-chip solution—power-up/power-down friendly with no supply sequencing required—simplifying system power management and configuration.
• Security and Test  Includes Actel Secure Programming Technology with FuseLock™ to protect designs from reverse engineering, plus IEEE 1149.1 boundary-scan (JTAG) support for board-level test and diagnostics.
• System Integration  Hot-swap compliant I/Os and 66 MHz PCI compliance facilitate deployment in live-service or legacy-bus environments where hot insertion and PCI interfacing matter.
• Package and Mounting  Supplied in a 208-pin PQFP (208-BFQFP / 208-PQFP 28×28) surface-mount package suitable for high-density PCB layouts.
• Supply and Environmental Range  Operates across a 2.25 V to 5.25 V supply range and a military temperature grade of −55 °C to +125 °C for demanding thermal environments.
• RoHS Compliant  Device is RoHS compliant to support lead-free assembly processes and regulatory requirements.

Typical Applications

• Military and Rugged Electronics  Military-grade temperature range (−55 °C to +125 °C) and robust packaging make the device suitable for defense and ruggedized systems where reliability under extreme conditions is required.
• PCI and Legacy Bus Interfaces  66 MHz PCI compliance and configurable I/O voltages enable use on PCI cards and embedded systems that require legacy bus interfacing and level translation.
• Mixed-Voltage Glue Logic  Mixed-voltage I/O support and wide supply range allow the FPGA to act as a flexible interface or protocol bridge between 2.5 V, 3.3 V, and 5 V domains.
• Secure In-System Programmable Designs  Nonvolatile single-chip configuration and FuseLock security support in-field updates with measures to protect intellectual property.
• Board-Level Test and Diagnostics  Boundary-scan (IEEE 1149.1) capability and in-system diagnostic features aid manufacturing test and field verification.

Unique Advantages

• High Integration: 6,036 logic elements and 108,000 system gates consolidate complex logic into a single device, reducing BOM and board area.
• Flexible I/O and Voltage Support: Configurable I/O standards and mixed-voltage operation simplify interfacing across multiple voltage domains without external level translators.
• Rugged Thermal Performance: Military temperature grade operation (−55 °C to +125 °C) enables deployment in harsh environments and high-reliability programs.
• Nonvolatile Configuration: Single-chip, nonvolatile architecture removes the need for external configuration memories and supports predictable power sequencing.
• Security-Ready: FuseLock™ secure programming technology helps protect designs against reverse engineering and unauthorized cloning.
• Testability: IEEE 1149.1 boundary-scan and in-system diagnostic features improve manufacturing yield and simplify field troubleshooting.

Why Choose A54SX72A-PQ208M?

The A54SX72A-PQ208M delivers a balance of high logic density, flexible mixed-voltage I/O, and military-grade environmental tolerance in a nonvolatile SX-A FPGA. It is well suited for applications that require secure in-system programmability, robust board-level testability, and reliable operation across extreme temperatures.

This device is targeted at designers needing a compact, high-capacity FPGA with configurable I/O and proven security features, offering long-term value through simplified system integration, reduced external components, and deployment-ready temperature and packaging options.

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