A3P125-VQG100

The A3P125-VQG100 is a model of a flash-based field-programmable gate array (FPGA) designed and manufactured by Microchip Technology Inc. This FPGA is part of the ProASIC3 family and allows quick and easy customization of digital circuits, making it a popular choice for a variety of applications including aerospace, military, automotive, medical, and industrial fields.

In terms of specifications, the A3P125-VQG100 has 84,928 system gates, 36,864 logic cells, and 1,152 kilobits of flash memory. It operates on a 1.2V core voltage and has various I/O standards such as LVDS, LVTTL, GTL and GTLP. It features a digital clock manager (DCM) which allows precise clocking and timing adjustments at the board level.

The A3P125-VQG100 FPGA can be programmed using VHDL or Verilog, and with the help of Microchip’s design software, designers can configure logic cells, or define custom functional blocks using the flash memory. While this FPGA is smaller than more recent models, it offers a flexible and cost-effective solution for many applications.

The A3P125-VQG100 is ideal for cost-sensitive designs that demand reliable operation, programmability, and fast time to market. Its high-temperature tolerance, radiation hardness, and low power consumption make it an attractive choice for space applications. In the military and aerospace industries, it features in system control, networking, communications, and surveillance systems. It is used in industrial applications such as test and measurement equipment, communication networks, and prototyping electronic devices. The A3P125-VQG100 FPGA plays a crucial role in many practical applications, making it a valuable component in the world of digital design.