M2GL025TS-1VFG256T2

The M2GL025TS-1VFG256T2 is a Microchip IGLOO2 flash-based FPGA in a 256-ball BGA package. It provides 27,696 logic elements and approximately 1.13 Mbits of on-chip RAM, targeted at designs that need integrated programmable logic, embedded memory and high-performance communications interfaces with automotive-grade qualification.

Built on the IGLOO2 architecture, this device combines low-power 4-input LUT fabric, embedded memory and a broad set of interfaces to support communications, DSP and memory-interfacing applications across demanding temperature and supply conditions.

Key Features

• Core Architecture  IGLOO2 flash-based FPGA fabric with efficient 4-input LUTs and carry chains, delivering the programmable logic resources used in this device (27,696 logic elements).
• Embedded Memory  1,130,496 total RAM bits (approximately 1.13 Mbits) of on-chip RAM. IGLOO2 family features include up to 64 KB eSRAM and up to 512 KB of embedded nonvolatile memory for boot and configuration storage.
• DSP and Math Resources  IGLOO2 family architecture supports dedicated mathblocks for DSP functions (family-level support for fast mathblocks and signed/unsigned multipliers as described in the IGLOO2 product brief).
• I/O Count and Standards  138 user I/Os with multi-standard support across LVTTL/LVCMOS and differential signaling standards supported by the IGLOO2 family.
• High-Speed Serial and Memory Interfaces  IGLOO2 family includes high-speed SERDES lanes and DDRx memory controller capabilities for designs that require serial links and external DRAM interfaces (family-level features include PCIe, XAUI/XGXS and DDR2/DDR3 support).
• Security and Reliability  IGLOO2 architecture provides design security features and advanced device-level protections (family-level options include encrypted key/bitstream loading and cryptographic services on premium devices, per the product brief).
• Operating Range and Supply  Qualified for –40°C to 125°C operation and supports a voltage supply range of 1.14 V to 2.625 V, suitable for temperature- and voltage-constrained applications.
• Automotive Qualification  Device grade is Automotive with AEC-Q100 qualification, supporting deployment in automotive electronic systems where that qualification is required.
• Package and Mounting  Supplied in a 256-ball LFBGA package (supplier package listed as 256-FPBGA, 14×14); surface-mount construction for compact board-level integration.
• Compliance  RoHS-compliant manufacturing status to support restricted-substance requirements.

Typical Applications

• Automotive Electronics  Engine, body or infotainment subsystems that require qualified components, embedded logic and interfacing across a wide temperature range enabled by AEC-Q100 qualification and –40°C to 125°C operation.
• High-Speed Communications  Serial link endpoints and protocol bridging leveraging IGLOO2 family high-speed SERDES and PCIe-capable interfaces for network and data-transport applications.
• Memory-Intensive Systems  Designs requiring external DDR2/DDR3 memory interfaces and internal buffering can use the IGLOO2 family’s DDR controller capabilities and the device’s embedded RAM.
• Signal Processing and Control  DSP and mathblock resources in the IGLOO2 architecture support filtering, aggregation and control tasks for industrial and embedded signal-processing workloads.

Unique Advantages

• Flash-Based Nonvolatile FPGA Fabric: Enables in-field programmability and nonvolatile configuration without external configuration memory.
• Automotive-Grade Qualification: AEC-Q100 qualification and a wide operating temperature range make the device suitable for automotive system integration.
• Integrated Memory and DSP Capabilities: Approximately 1.13 Mbits of on-chip RAM plus family-level eSRAM/eNVM and mathblocks reduce external component count for embedded applications.
• Versatile I/O and High-Speed Interfaces: 138 user I/Os and IGLOO2 family support for SERDES and DDRx controllers facilitate connectivity to a broad set of peripherals and high-speed links.
• Robust Operating Voltage Range: Support for 1.14 V to 2.625 V supplies provides flexibility in mixed-voltage system designs.
• Compact BGA Packaging: 256-ball BGA package enables high-density board designs while maintaining a surface-mount form factor.

Why Choose M2GL025TS-1VFG256T2?

The M2GL025TS-1VFG256T2 combines the IGLOO2 family’s flash-based FPGA architecture with a substantial logic element count (27,696), significant on-chip RAM (approximately 1.13 Mbits), and a wide set of family-level interfaces and security features. Its automotive grade and AEC-Q100 qualification, along with –40°C to 125°C operation and a flexible supply range, make it a fit for demanding embedded and vehicular applications.

This device suits engineers and system designers seeking a programmable, secure and compact FPGA solution that integrates logic, memory and connectivity while meeting automotive qualification and broad environmental requirements. The IGLOO2 architecture’s on-chip resources and family-level capabilities provide a scalable platform for designs that require DSP, high-speed serial links or DDR memory interfacing.

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