M1A3PE1500-1PQ208

The M1A3PE1500-1PQ208 is a ProASIC3E Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) IC from Microchip Technology optimized for commercial embedded designs. It provides a balance of programmable logic capacity, on-chip memory, and a substantial I/O count in a 208-pin BFQFP package.

With 38,400 logic elements, approximately 0.276 Mbits of embedded memory, and 147 user I/O, this device is suited to applications that require moderate logic density and flexible I/O in surface-mount form factors. The device operates from a core supply range of 1.425 V to 1.575 V and is specified for 0 °C to 85 °C operation.

Key Features

• Programmable Logic  Provides 38,400 logic elements (logic cells) enabling implementation of custom digital logic and state machines.
• Embedded Memory  Approximately 0.276 Mbits of on-chip RAM (276,480 total RAM bits) to support buffers, FIFOs, and local storage without external memory.
• Gate Count  1,500,000 gates of logic capacity to accommodate complex combinational and sequential designs.
• I/O Capacity  147 user I/O pins to interface with sensors, peripherals, and system buses directly from the FPGA.
• Package and Mounting  208-BFQFP package (supplier device package: 208-PQFP, 28 × 28 mm) in a surface-mount form factor for PCB assembly.
• Power  Core supply voltage specified at 1.425 V to 1.575 V to match system power rails and design requirements.
• Operating Range  Commercial grade device rated for 0 °C to 85 °C operation.
• Environmental  RoHS compliant for reduced environmental impact and regulatory alignment.

Typical Applications

• Embedded Control  Implement control logic, state machines, and interface glue in commercial embedded products requiring flexible reprogrammability.
• Communications Equipment  Handle protocol bridging, custom packet processing, and I/O management where moderate logic density and on-chip RAM are required.
• Consumer Electronics  Enable feature customization, peripheral interfacing, and local data buffering in consumer devices within commercial temperature ranges.

Unique Advantages

• Significant Logic Capacity: 38,400 logic elements and 1.5 million gates provide the resources to implement substantial custom logic without external CPLDs.
• On-Chip Memory: Approximately 0.276 Mbits of embedded RAM reduces reliance on external memory for buffering and short-term data storage.
• High I/O Count: 147 user I/O pins support multiple peripheral connections and external interfaces directly from the device.
• Compact, Surface-Mount Package: 208-BFQFP (208-PQFP, 28 × 28) delivers a high pin count in a manufacturable surface-mount form factor.
• Commercial Temperature Rating: Specified 0 °C to 85 °C operating range aligns with a wide range of commercial applications.
• Regulatory Compliance: RoHS compliance for assemblies targeting regulatory and environmental requirements.

Why Choose M1A3PE1500-1PQ208?

The M1A3PE1500-1PQ208 positions itself as a capable commercial-grade FPGA offering a balance of logic density, embedded memory, and I/O resources in a standard 208-pin BFQFP surface-mount package. Its specifications—including 38,400 logic elements, 276,480 bits of on-chip RAM, 147 I/O, and a 1.425 V–1.575 V core supply—make it suitable for designers needing reprogrammable logic and local memory in compact boards.

This part is appropriate for engineering teams building commercial embedded systems, communications equipment, or consumer products that require moderate programmable logic capacity and flexible interfacing. As a member of the ProASIC3E family from Microchip Technology, it offers a defined feature set for projects that require deterministic on-board resources and straightforward integration into surface-mount PCB assemblies.

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