EX256-FTQG100

The EX256-FTQG100 from Microchip Technology is a commercial-grade field programmable gate array delivered in a 100-pin LQFP package. It provides a compact, surface-mount FPGA solution with 512 logic elements and 81 general-purpose I/Os suited for a range of commercial embedded system designs.

Designed to operate from a 2.3 V to 2.7 V supply and within a 0 °C to 70 °C temperature range, this FPGA balances integration and flexibility for applications that require moderate gate density and configurable I/O within standard commercial environmental limits.

Key Features

• Logic Capacity  512 logic elements enable implementation of custom combinational and sequential logic functions and glue logic for system-level integration.
• Gate Count  Approximately 12,000 gates of logic provide a practical gate budget for control, protocol bridging, and state-machine implementations.
• Rich I/O  81 user I/Os support interfacing to multiple peripherals and external devices in compact designs.
• Package Options  100-LQFP package case with a supplier device package listed as 100-TQFP (14×14), offering a compact footprint for surface-mount PCB assembly.
• Power  Operates from a 2.3 V to 2.7 V supply range, enabling compatibility with common low-voltage commercial systems.
• Commercial Temperature Grade  Rated for operation from 0 °C to 70 °C, matching typical commercial electronics deployment conditions.
• Surface-Mount Mounting  Surface-mount package simplifies automated PCB assembly and production workflows.
• RoHS Compliant  Manufactured to meet RoHS environmental requirements.

Typical Applications

• Commercial Embedded Systems  Implement custom control logic and peripheral interfaces within standard commercial temperature and voltage limits.
• Peripheral and Interface Bridging  Use the FPGA’s 81 I/Os and 512 logic elements to perform protocol conversion, signal conditioning, and glue logic between controllers and peripherals.
• User Interface Control  Drive and manage buttons, indicators, and simple displays where moderate programmable logic capacity is required.
• Prototyping and Low-Volume Production  Compact 100-pin LQFP packaging and surface-mount mounting make the device suitable for evaluation boards and low-to-medium-volume products.

Unique Advantages

• Balanced Logic Density:  512 logic elements and roughly 12,000 gates provide a practical balance of capacity for medium-complexity designs without excessive PCB footprint.
• Generous I/O Count:  81 I/Os simplify board-level integration by allowing multiple peripherals and signals to be routed directly to the FPGA.
• Compact Surface-Mount Package:  100-LQFP/100-TQFP (14×14) packaging supports automated assembly and helps minimize PCB area for space-constrained designs.
• Commercial Voltage Compatibility:  2.3 V to 2.7 V supply range aligns with common commercial logic families and power rails.
• RoHS Compliance:  Meets environmental directives to support compliant product builds.
• Proven Manufacturer:  Produced by Microchip Technology, offering access to design documentation and manufacturer support resources.

Why Choose EX256-FTQG100?

The EX256-FTQG100 positions itself as a compact, commercially rated FPGA for designers needing moderate programmable logic, a substantial number of I/Os, and a small package footprint. Its combination of 512 logic elements, ~12,000 gates, and 81 I/Os makes it well suited to embedded applications that require configurable logic and direct peripheral interfacing within a 2.3 V–2.7 V power envelope and 0 °C–70 °C operating range.

Ideal for engineering teams working on commercial products, prototypes, and low-to-medium-volume systems, the EX256-FTQG100 delivers integration and flexibility while fitting standard surface-mount manufacturing processes and RoHS requirements.

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