M1A3P400-1FGG256I

The M1A3P400-1FGG256I is a ProASIC3 series flash-based FPGA offering reprogrammable, nonvolatile logic in a compact 256-LBGA package. It combines a low-voltage core architecture with a high I/O count and embedded memory to address designs where instant-on behavior, security, and low power are important.

Targeted at applications that require flexible, single-chip solutions, this device delivers 9,216 logic elements, approximately 0.055 Mbits of embedded memory, and 178 user I/Os while operating across an industrial temperature range and a low-voltage supply window.

Key Features

• Core and Logic  9,216 logic elements (LEs) and approximately 400,000 system gates provide the programmable fabric for control, glue logic, and custom digital functions.
• Embedded Memory  Total on-chip RAM of 55,296 bits (approximately 0.055 Mbits) plus flash-based user nonvolatile memory for configuration retention.
• I/O and Voltage Flexibility  178 user I/Os with mixed-voltage operation (1.5V, 1.8V, 2.5V and 3.3V) and bank-selectable I/O voltages to interface with a variety of peripherals and I/O standards.
• Power and Supply  Low-voltage core support with a specified supply range of 1.425 V to 1.575 V and architecture optimized for low-power, instant-on operation.
• Security and In-System Programming  Supports in-system programming with on-chip 128-bit AES decryption (IEEE 1532–compliant) and FlashLock® functionality to protect FPGA contents.
• Performance  Series-level performance characteristics include a 350 MHz system performance reference for timing-sensitive applications.
• Clocking  Clock conditioning blocks and integrated PLL capability (series feature) allow configurable phase shift, multiply/divide, and external feedback for clock management.
• Package and Mounting  256-LBGA (supplier package 256-FPBGA, 17 × 17), surface-mount package suitable for compact board layouts.
• Temperature and Reliability  Industrial-grade operation from −40 °C to 100 °C and RoHS-compliant construction for regulated production environments.

Typical Applications

• Portable and Battery-Powered Products  Low-voltage core and instant-on behavior make the device suitable for portable designs and battery-backed systems where power efficiency and fast startup matter.
• Consumer and High-Volume Electronics  Compact 256-LBGA packaging and reprogrammable Flash technology provide a single-chip solution for space-constrained, cost-sensitive consumer applications.
• Industrial Control and Automation  Industrial temperature rating and mixed-voltage I/Os enable reliable interfacing and control functions across a wide operating range.
• Secure In-System Updates  Built-in AES ISP and FlashLock® support secure configuration updates and protection of intellectual property in deployed systems.

Unique Advantages

• Reprogrammable, Nonvolatile Flash  Retains programmed design when powered off and supports reprogramming for design updates without external configuration memory.
• High I/O Density  178 user I/Os with bank-selectable voltages simplify integration with mixed-voltage peripherals and reduce the need for level-shifting components.
• Low-Voltage, Low-Power Operation  Core supply centered near 1.5 V and architecture designed for low power help reduce system power consumption in constrained designs.
• Security-Ready  On-chip 128-bit AES decryption and FlashLock® provide mechanisms for secure in-field programming and content protection.
• Industrial Temperature Range  Specified operation from −40 °C to 100 °C supports deployment in harsher environments and industrial applications.
• Compact BGA Package  256-LBGA (17 × 17) enables high-density PCB layouts while keeping a broad I/O count available for complex designs.

Why Choose M1A3P400-1FGG256I?

The M1A3P400-1FGG256I positions itself as a versatile ProASIC3 flash FPGA option that blends a substantial logic capacity (9,216 LEs) with a high I/O count and nonvolatile configuration. Its low-voltage core, security features, and industrial temperature rating make it well-suited to applications where reliability, power efficiency, and secure in-system updates are important.

This device is appropriate for engineers seeking a compact, reprogrammable single-chip solution that supports mixed-voltage I/O interfaces, offers built-in security for field updates, and fits in space-constrained board designs.

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