APA450-PQG208

The APA450-PQG208 is a ProASICPLUS Field Programmable Gate Array from Microchip Technology, offering a mid-range programmable-logic solution in a 208-BFQFP surface-mount package. It provides 12,288 logic elements (LEs) and an equivalent of 450,000 gates to implement custom digital logic for commercial embedded designs.

With 158 user I/O pins, on-chip memory, and a low-voltage supply range, this device targets applications that require a balance of logic capacity, I/O density, and compact package integration within a commercial temperature range.

Key Features

• Core Logic  12,288 logic elements delivering up to 450,000 equivalent gates for implementing custom digital functions.
• On-Chip Memory  Approximately 0.11 Mbits of embedded RAM (110,592 bits) for buffering, state storage, and small data structures.
• I/O Density  158 user I/O pins to support parallel interfaces, control signals, and mixed-signal front-end connectivity.
• Power  Operates from a 2.3 V to 2.7 V supply range suitable for low-voltage embedded systems.
• Package & Mounting  208-BFQFP surface-mount package (supplier device package: 208-PQFP, 28×28) for compact PCB layouts.
• Operating Conditions  Commercial grade device rated for 0 °C to 70 °C operation.
• Environmental Compliance  RoHS compliant for lead-free manufacturing and environmental regulations.

Typical Applications

• Embedded Control  Implement custom control logic, sequencing, and finite-state machines in commercial embedded systems.
• Interface and Glue Logic  Bridge and adapt signals between subsystems using the device's abundant I/O and programmable logic.
• Prototyping and Development  Validate custom digital functions and iterate hardware designs with reprogrammable logic capacity.
• Signal Management  Perform buffering, small-scale data handling, and timing adjustments using on-chip RAM and logic resources.

Unique Advantages

• Balanced Logic and Memory: 12,288 logic elements combined with approximately 0.11 Mbits of on-chip RAM supports a wide range of mid-complexity designs without external memory.
• High I/O Count: 158 user I/Os enable flexible interfacing to peripherals, sensors, and external controllers.
• Compact Surface-Mount Packaging: The 208-BFQFP package provides a space-efficient footprint for densely populated PCBs.
• Low-Voltage Operation: 2.3 V–2.7 V supply range aligns with common low-voltage system rails.
• Commercial Temperature Rating: Specified 0 °C to 70 °C operation for standard commercial electronics applications.
• RoHS Compliant: Supports lead-free assembly and regulatory compliance for many product lines.

Why Choose APA450-PQG208?

The APA450-PQG208 delivers a practical combination of logic capacity, embedded RAM, and I/O density in a compact 208-BFQFP surface-mount package. Its specification set is well suited to commercial embedded designs that require programmable logic for control, interfacing, and mid-complexity digital functions while maintaining a low-voltage supply profile.

This device is appropriate for engineers and procurement teams seeking a configurable solution that balances integration and board-space efficiency, with RoHS compliance and a defined commercial operating range for straightforward system qualification.

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