M1A3P1000-FG256

The M1A3P1000-FG256 is a ProASIC3 family low-power flash FPGA from Microchip Technology, supplied in a 256-LBGA (256-FPBGA, 17×17) surface-mount package. It delivers a mid-range combination of programmable logic, on-chip RAM and I/O density for commercial embedded designs.

Part of the ProASIC3 family of low-power flash FPGAs (family documentation references Flash*Freeze Technology), this device targets commercial embedded applications that require a balance of logic capacity, numerous I/O and a compact BGA footprint.

Key Features

• Core Logic  24,576 logic elements (logic cells) providing approximately 1,000,000 gates of programmable logic capacity for glue logic, state machines and custom datapaths.
• Embedded Memory  Approximately 0.147 Mbits of embedded RAM (147,456 bits) for buffering, small FIFOs and on-chip data storage.
• I/O Density  177 general-purpose I/O pins to support sensor interfaces, buses and peripheral connectivity in compact designs.
• Power  Designed to operate from a supply voltage range of 1.425 V to 1.575 V to match tightly controlled system rails.
• Package & Mounting  256-LBGA package (supplier package: 256-FPBGA, 17×17) in a surface-mount form factor for space-efficient PCB layouts.
• Operating Range  Commercial temperature grade with an operating range of 0 °C to 85 °C.
• Low-Power Flash Family  Belongs to the ProASIC3 family of low-power flash FPGAs (datasheet references Flash*Freeze Technology), offering non-volatile configuration architecture.
• Compliance  RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Commercial embedded systems  Use as on-board programmable logic for control, timing and protocol adaptation where moderate logic density and many I/Os are required.
• Interface bridging and protocol conversion  Implement custom bus bridges and signal adaptors using the device's logic capacity and 177 I/O pins.
• User interface and control  Drive displays, buttons and control logic in compact consumer or industrial-facing products within commercial temperature ranges.
• Prototyping and functional integration  Consolidate discrete logic functions into a single FPGA to reduce BOM and simplify board-level design.

Unique Advantages

• Balanced logic and memory  24,576 logic elements combined with approximately 0.147 Mbits of on-chip RAM supports a wide range of control and data-path tasks without immediate need for external memory.
• High I/O count in a compact package  177 I/Os in a 256-LBGA (17×17) footprint enable dense connectivity while conserving PCB area.
• Non-volatile flash-based family  As part of the ProASIC3 flash FPGA family (datasheet references Flash*Freeze Technology), the device provides non-volatile configuration storage appropriate for designs where retained configuration is required.
• Precision supply window  A clearly specified operating voltage range (1.425 V to 1.575 V) simplifies power-supply planning in tightly regulated systems.
• Commercial-grade thermal rating  Rated for 0 °C to 85 °C, aligning with typical commercial embedded product requirements.
• RoHS compliant  Conforms to lead-free manufacturing requirements for environmentally conscious designs.

Why Choose M1A3P1000-FG256?

The M1A3P1000-FG256 positions itself as a versatile, mid-capacity FPGA for commercial embedded applications that need substantial I/O, a significant number of logic elements and on-chip RAM, all in a compact 256-LBGA footprint. Its flash-based ProASIC3 family heritage and the specified low-power family characteristics make it suitable for designs that require retained configuration and efficient power use within the stated supply window.

This device is a fit for designers and procurement teams building commercial systems—where board-space efficiency, high I/O count and a defined operating temperature range are priorities—and for teams looking to consolidate discrete logic into a single programmable device backed by Microchip Technology product lineage.

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