AX250-1CQ208M

The AX250-1CQ208M is a member of Microchip's Axcelerator antifuse FPGA family implementing the AX architecture. It provides a single-chip, nonvolatile programmable-logic solution with on-chip embedded memory, PLLs, and multi-standard I/O capabilities.

Designed for deployments that demand military-grade temperature range and reliability, the device is suited to systems that require high-performance, deterministic timing and secure in-field programming protection.

Key Features

• AX Antifuse Architecture & Nonvolatile Core Single-chip antifuse FPGA architecture delivering a nonvolatile programmable solution and FuseLock™ programming technology for design protection.
• Logic Capacity Approximately 250,000 equivalent system gates with 4,224 logic elements (cells) to implement complex logic and control functions.
• Embedded Memory & FIFOs Approximately 55 kbits of embedded memory (55,296 bits) with support for embedded FIFO control logic and variable-aspect RAM blocks.
• I/O Resources 115 user I/Os with multi-standard, bank-selectable operation and support for high-speed differential interfaces such as LVDS (700 Mb/s capable).
• Performance Series-level specifications include 350+ MHz system performance and 500+ MHz internal performance, plus embedded FIFOs and PLLs for frequency synthesis.
• Clocking & PLL Embedded phase-locked loop (PLLs) covering a 14–200 MHz input range with frequency synthesis capabilities up to 1 GHz (series-level).
• Package & Mounting Surface-mount 208-BFCQFP with tie bar; supplier device package listed as 208-CQFP (75 × 75 mm footprint).
• Voltage & Temperature Core supply range 1.425 V to 1.575 V and operating temperature range −55 °C to 125 °C (military grade).
• Testability & Security Boundary-scan (IEEE 1149.1 JTAG) support and FuseLock™ programming protection to guard intellectual property.

Typical Applications

• Military and aerospace electronics — Nonvolatile configuration and −55 °C to 125 °C operation for systems requiring extended-temperature, mission-ready logic.
• High-performance communications — Embedded PLLs and LVDS-capable I/Os enable high-speed serial links and protocol bridging.
• Deterministic control and signal processing — Large logic capacity and embedded FIFOs support real-time data-paths and hardware-accelerated processing.
• Secure systems and IP-sensitive designs — FuseLock™ programming technology and antifuse nonvolatile architecture protect design assets.

Unique Advantages

• Nonvolatile single-chip solution: Eliminates external configuration memory and simplifies system design with permanent FPGA configuration.
• Military-grade thermal range: −55 °C to 125 °C operation supports deployment in harsh and mission-critical environments.
• High logic and memory density: 250,000 equivalent gates and ~55 kbits of embedded RAM enable complex, memory-driven designs on a single device.
• Flexible high-speed I/O: Supports mixed-voltage operation and LVDS-capable I/Os for high-bandwidth interfaces and system integration.
• Secure programming and testability: FuseLock™ protection plus IEEE 1149.1 boundary-scan support facilitate secure IP protection and board-level test.

Why Choose AX250-1CQ208M?

The AX250-1CQ208M combines the Axcelerator series' antifuse, nonvolatile architecture with substantial logic capacity, embedded memory, and flexible I/O to deliver a compact, reliable programmable solution for designs that require deterministic performance and extended-temperature operation. Its security and test features help protect intellectual property while easing integration into complex systems.

This device is a fit for engineering teams building high-reliability, high-performance systems that benefit from single-chip nonvolatile FPGA integration, on-chip FIFO/memory resources, and military-grade environmental capability.

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