M1A3PE1500-2PQ208

The M1A3PE1500-2PQ208 is a ProASIC3E Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) IC from Microchip Technology. It provides a programmable logic fabric with 1,500,000 gates and 38,400 logic elements in a compact 208-BFQFP surface-mount package.

Engineered for commercial-grade electronic designs, this device combines a substantial logic capacity, on-chip embedded memory, and a 147-pin I/O count for control, interface, and integration tasks that require medium-scale programmable logic in a 208-pin footprint.

Key Features

• Logic Capacity – 1,500,000 gates and 38,400 logic elements provide a sizable programmable fabric for glue logic, control paths, and moderate-complexity state machines.
• Embedded Memory – Approximately 0.276 Mbits of on-chip RAM (276,480 bits) suitable for buffering, small FIFOs, and local data storage.
• I/O Count – 147 user I/O pins support multiple external interfaces and signal connections within a single device footprint.
• Package and Mounting – 208-BFQFP (supplier device package: 208-PQFP, 28×28) in a surface-mount format for PCB integration where a fine-pitch, high-pin-count package is required.
• Supply Voltage – Operates from 1.425 V to 1.575 V, allowing precise board-level power planning for the core domain.
• Commercial Temperature Range – Rated for 0 °C to 85 °C for applications within commercial operating environments.
• Regulatory Compliance – RoHS compliant for lead-free manufacturing and regulatory alignment.

Typical Applications

• Embedded Logic and Control – Use the device where up to 38,400 logic elements and 147 I/Os are needed to implement control logic, interface arbitration, or custom state machines.
• Protocol Bridging and Interface Aggregation – Leverage the available I/O count and on-chip memory to aggregate or bridge multiple signals and small data streams between subsystems.
• Prototyping and Development – Suitable for evaluating medium-scale programmable logic implementations in a 208-pin package for proof-of-concept designs.

Unique Advantages

• Substantial Logic in a Compact Package: 1,500,000 gates and 38,400 logic elements deliver significant programmable resources while retaining a 208-pin PQFP footprint to simplify board placement.
• Integrated Memory for Local Storage: Approximately 0.276 Mbits of embedded RAM reduces dependence on external memory for small buffers and FIFOs, lowering BOM complexity.
• High I/O Density: 147 I/Os enable multiple peripheral connections and signal routing within a single device, minimizing the need for additional interface ICs.
• Designed for Surface-Mount Assembly: The 208-BFQFP surface-mount package supports standard PCB assembly processes for commercial products.
• Controlled Power Domain: A defined supply voltage window (1.425–1.575 V) assists in precise power budgeting and domain isolation on the board.
• RoHS Compliance: Facilitates lead-free manufacturing and alignment with common environmental requirements.

Why Choose M1A3PE1500-2PQ208?

The M1A3PE1500-2PQ208 positions itself as a commercially rated ProASIC3E FPGA option for designs that require a balance of significant logic capacity, embedded RAM, and a substantial I/O count within a 208-pin surface-mount package. Its specified supply voltage and commercial temperature rating make it suitable for controlled-environment electronics where predictable power and thermal characteristics are required.

Designed and supplied by Microchip Technology, this device offers an integrated solution for engineers and procurement teams seeking a programmable logic IC that consolidates logic, memory, and I/O in a single, RoHS-compliant component—supporting streamlined designs and reduced component counts.

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