AX2000-CQ256M

The AX2000-CQ256M is a military-grade Axcelerator antifuse FPGA from Microchip Technology based on the AX architecture. This single-chip, nonvolatile FPGA delivers up to 2,000,000 equivalent system gates with 32,256 logic elements, approximately 0.295 Mbits of embedded SRAM/FIFO, and 136 user I/Os in a 256-BFCQFP package with tie bar.

Designed for high-reliability applications that require wide temperature range and robust I/O options, the AX2000-CQ256M combines high internal performance, flexible multi-standard I/Os and on-chip memory to support demanding signal processing, communications and defense-oriented designs.

Key Features

• Core Architecture  Antifuse-based AX architecture providing a single-chip, nonvolatile solution and deterministic, user-controllable timing characteristics.
• Logic Capacity  32,256 logic elements and 2,000,000 equivalent system gates to support complex logic and system integration on a single device.
• Embedded Memory  Approximately 0.295 Mbits (294,912 bits) of embedded SRAM/FIFO with programmable FIFO control logic and variable-aspect 4,608-bit RAM blocks.
• High-Performance Timing  Family-level performance includes 350+ MHz system performance and 500+ MHz internal performance, plus embedded PLLs for frequency synthesis (14–200 MHz input range, up to 1 GHz synthesis).
• Flexible I/Os  136 I/Os with support for mixed voltage operation (1.5V, 1.8V, 2.5V, 3.3V), bank-selectable I/Os, programmable slew rate/drive strength and high-speed differential capability (LVDS up to 700 Mb/s).
• Security & Programming  Antifuse-based, one-time programmable architecture with FuseLock™ programming technology to protect against reverse engineering and design theft.
• Package & Mounting  Supplied in a 256-BFCQFP with tie bar (supplier package: 256-CQFP, 75 × 75 mm) for surface-mount assembly.
• Power & Supply  Core supply specified at 1.425 V to 1.575 V (1.5V nominal), enabling the device’s low-power core operation.
• Operating Range & Grade  Military-grade device rated for −55 °C to 125 °C operating temperature and RoHS-compliant.
• Diagnostics & Test  Supports boundary-scan testing (IEEE 1149.1/JTAG) and in-system diagnostic capability with Microchip Silicon Explorer II.

Typical Applications

• Military & Aerospace Systems  High-reliability, wide-temperature applications that require military-grade components, on-chip memory and robust I/O for mission-critical processing.
• High-Speed Data Acquisition  Data capture and buffering designs using embedded FIFO logic and LVDS-capable I/Os for high-throughput serial interfaces.
• Communications & Networking  High-performance packet processing, protocol bridging and timing-sensitive functions leveraging the device’s PLLs, segmentable clocks and deterministic timing.
• Signal Processing & Embedded Control  DSP front-ends, sensor aggregation and control systems that benefit from on-chip RAM, large logic capacity and mixed-voltage I/O compatibility.

Unique Advantages

• Single-Chip, Nonvolatile Solution: Antifuse programming provides one-time programmable, nonvolatile logic integration without the need for external configuration memory.
• High Effective Capacity: 2,000,000 equivalent system gates and 32,256 logic elements enable substantial system-level integration and consolidation of discrete functions.
• Deterministic Performance: Deterministic, user-controllable timing plus embedded PLLs and segmentable clocks simplify timing closure for demanding designs.
• Flexible, High-Speed I/O: Bank-selectable, multi-voltage I/Os and LVDS-capable interfaces up to 700 Mb/s support a broad range of interface standards and high-speed links.
• Security & IP Protection: FuseLock programming technology reduces risk of reverse engineering and enhances design security for sensitive applications.
• Ruggedized Thermal Range: Military-grade operating range from −55 °C to 125 °C supports deployment in harsh environments.

Why Choose AX2000-CQ256M?

The AX2000-CQ256M is positioned for designs that require high integration, deterministic timing and robust I/O in a military-grade FPGA. With 32,256 logic elements, approximately 0.295 Mbits of embedded SRAM/FIFO, and a wide operating range, it supports complex signal processing and control applications without external configuration memory.

Backed by Microchip Technology’s Axcelerator family capabilities—antifuse nonvolatile programming, embedded PLLs, flexible multi-standard I/Os and in-system diagnostics—the AX2000-CQ256M offers a scalable, secure platform for long-life, mission-critical systems.

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