M1AFS1500-1FG256I

The M1AFS1500-1FG256I is a Fusion® Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) IC from Microchip Technology designed for programmable logic implementations in industrial environments. It provides a combination of logic capacity, embedded memory, and I/O density in a compact 256-LBGA package for medium-scale custom hardware integration.

Key Features

• Core Logic  Approximately 1,500,000 gates and 38,400 logic elements provide substantial programmable logic resources for custom functions and glue-logic integration.
• Embedded Memory  Total on-chip RAM of 276,480 bits (approximately 0.276 Mbits) to support buffering, state machines, and local data storage.
• I/O Capacity  119 user I/O pins to enable a variety of external interfaces and signal connections in a single device.
• Package and Mounting  256-LBGA package; supplier device package listed as 256-FPBGA (17×17). Surface-mount mounting type suitable for PCB assembly.
• Power  Core supply range from 1.425 V to 1.575 V to match system power rails and design constraints.
• Industrial Temperature Range  Rated for operation from −40°C to 100°C, supporting deployment in industrial temperature environments.
• Compliance  RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Industrial Control and Automation  Industrial-grade temperature rating and plentiful logic elements make this FPGA suited for control logic, sequencing, and system orchestration tasks.
• Embedded System Integration  Use the device to implement custom peripherals, protocol bridging, or application-specific accelerators where medium-scale programmable logic is required.
• I/O-Dense Designs  With 119 I/O pins in a compact 256-LBGA package, the part supports designs that require multiple external connections in space-constrained boards.

Unique Advantages

• High Logic Density: The combination of ~1.5M gates and 38,400 logic elements enables consolidation of multiple functions into a single programmable device, reducing system complexity.
• On-Chip Memory: Approximately 0.276 Mbits of embedded RAM supports local data buffering and state retention without external memory.
• Industrial-Grade Operation: −40°C to 100°C operating range supports reliable deployment in industrial environments and extended-temperature applications.
• Compact, PCB-Friendly Package: 256-LBGA / 256-FPBGA (17×17) provides a small board footprint while delivering substantial I/O and logic capability.
• Controlled Core Supply: Narrow core voltage range (1.425–1.575 V) simplifies power-plane design and helps ensure consistent device behavior.
• RoHS Compliant: Meets RoHS requirements for environmentally conscious design and manufacturing.

Why Choose M1AFS1500-1FG256I?

The M1AFS1500-1FG256I positions itself as a solid choice for engineers needing medium-scale programmable logic with industrial-grade operating conditions. Backed by Microchip Technology's Fusion FPGA family, it combines substantial logic and on-chip memory with a compact package and a defined core voltage range to simplify system integration.

This part is well suited for customers designing industrial control systems, embedded hardware accelerators, or I/O-dense modules where consolidation of functions, predictable operating range, and RoHS compliance are important considerations.

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