APA450-PQG208I

The APA450-PQG208I is a ProASICPLUS field programmable gate array (FPGA) from Microchip Technology, offering a mid-range programmable logic resource set in a 208-BFQFP package. With 12,288 logic elements, approximately 0.11 Mbits of embedded memory, and 158 general-purpose I/O pins, it is designed for industrial-grade embedded applications requiring flexible, reprogrammable logic and a robust operating temperature range.

Key Features

• Logic Capacity — 12,288 logic elements (equivalent reported capacity of 450,000 gates) to implement custom digital functions and state machines.
• On-Chip Memory — 110,592 bits of total RAM (approximately 0.11 Mbits) for buffering, FIFOs, and small embedded data structures.
• I/O — 158 dedicated I/O pins to interface with sensors, peripherals, and external logic domains.
• Power — Single supply operation across a 2.3 V to 2.7 V range to match common embedded supply rails.
• Package & Mounting — 208-BFQFP package (supplier device package 208-PQFP, 28 × 28) in a surface-mount form factor for PCB assembly.
• Industrial Temperature Range — Rated for operation from −40 °C to 85 °C, suitable for deployment in industrial environments.
• Compliance — RoHS compliant, supporting environmental and regulatory requirements for many electronic products.

Typical Applications

• Industrial control and automation — Implement custom control logic, protocol adaptation, and I/O aggregation within industrial control equipment using the device’s industrial temperature rating and ample I/O.
• Embedded systems and instrumentation — Provide on-board programmable logic for data handling, signal conditioning, and timing functions in instrumentation and measurement devices.
• Interface bridging and protocol conversion — Use the device’s abundant I/O and logic resources to create protocol converters or glue logic between disparate subsystems.

Unique Advantages

• Substantial programmable logic density: 12,288 logic elements and 450,000 gates enable implementation of complex state machines and moderate-scale digital functions without external CPLDs or additional FPGAs.
• On-chip embedded memory: 110,592 bits of RAM provide local buffering and small data storage for deterministic processing and reduced external memory dependency.
• High I/O count for flexible interfacing: 158 I/Os allow direct connection to multiple peripherals, sensors, and buses, simplifying board-level design.
• Industrial-ready thermal range: Rated −40 °C to 85 °C to meet the environmental demands of many industrial deployments.
• Surface-mount 208-BFQFP package: Compact, PCB-friendly packaging (208-PQFP, 28 × 28 footprint) suitable for volume assembly and automated processing.
• RoHS compliant: Meets environmental directives for materials, aiding regulatory compliance in product builds.

Why Choose APA450-PQG208I?

The APA450-PQG208I delivers a balanced combination of logic capacity, embedded memory, and high I/O density in an industrial-grade FPGA package. Its 12,288 logic elements and 110,592 bits of on-chip RAM make it well suited for designs that require configurable digital logic and local buffering while operating reliably across a broad temperature range.

This device is targeted at engineers building industrial embedded systems, instrumentation, and interface solutions that need reprogrammable logic with a robust I/O set and surface-mount packaging. Its voltage supply range and RoHS compliance further support straightforward integration into modern electronic assemblies.

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