A42MX09-2PLG84I - 14K Gate 5V FPGA 84-PLCC | Microchip
MPN: A42MX09-2PLG84I ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $42.5 | $42.50 |
| 10 | $39.1 | $391.00 |
| 100 | $35.6 | $3,560.00 |
| 500 | $32.4 | $16,200.00 |
| 1,000 | $29.8 | $29,800.00 |
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View Datasheet →A42MX09-2PLG84I Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Family | MX (42MX) |
| System Gates | 14000 |
| User I/O Pins | 72 |
| Logic Cells | 336 |
| Core Supply Voltage | 4.5 V to 5.5 V |
| I/O Supply Voltage | 3 V to 3.6 V (dual supply) |
| Speed Grade | -2 |
| Clock-to-Out | 5.6 ns |
| Dual-Port SRAM Access Time | 5 ns |
| Dual-Port SRAM | Up to 2.5 kbits configurable |
| Maximum Performance | 250 MHz |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C (Industrial) |
| Package | 84-PLCC (J-Lead), surface mount |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Process Technology | 0.45 um |
| RoHS Status | Lead Free |
| Number of Logic Blocks | [DATA_NEEDED: number of logic blocks] |
A42MX09-2PLG84I 84-plcc (j-lead), surface mount Pin Configuration Guide
Complete pinout information for A42MX09-2PLG84I (84-plcc (j-lead), surface mount package) with 72 pins. This digital IC includes GPIO, communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C), and power pins. Refer to the manufacturer datasheet for alternate pin functions and configuration options. Essential for embedded system design and PCB layout.
No detailed pinout data available for A42MX09-2PLG84I.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Estimated pin count: 72 pins (digital package)
Safe Operating Area (SOA) & Thermal Characteristics
No official SOA curve available for this digital IC. Always operate within absolute maximum ratings specified in the datasheet. Ensure adequate cooling and derate as needed.
Typical Applications
A42MX09-2PLG84I is suitable for 6 applications: Legacy PLD Consolidation, Industrial Control and Automation, 5V Bus Bridging and Glue Logic, ASIC Prototyping and Emulation, Military and Aerospace Upgrade Programs, Test and Measurement Equipment.
Legacy PLD Consolidation
The A42MX09-2PLG84I integrates multiple legacy PLDs, PALs, and GALs into a single 14K-gate device, reducing board area, BOM line items, and assembly cost. Its 5.0V architecture matches the legacy 5V logic environment directly, eliminating level shifters that 3.3V or 1.8V FPGAs would require. With 336 logic cells and fast wide-decode circuitry, address decoders and bus interfaces from older designs map efficiently. Migration to the pin-compatible MX16 or MX24 variants provides headroom if the consolidated logic outgrows 14K gates without any PCB change.
Recommended
Industrial Control and Automation
With a -40C to +85C industrial rating and 5V-tolerant I/O, the A42MX09-2PLG84I drives PLC I/O modules, motor control sequencing, and sensor interfacing in factory automation. The 72 user I/O pins implement parallel fieldbus transceivers, and the -2 speed grade's 5.6 ns clock-to-out supports deterministic control loops at tens of MHz. Dual-port SRAM enables ping-pong buffering between control logic and a host microcontroller. Designers should verify conduction cooling in sealed enclosures, since the PLCC-84 package has modest thermal performance.
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5V Bus Bridging and Glue Logic
Many military upgrade and telecom-legacy systems still run 5V backplanes. The MX family's 5.0V core with 3.3V/5V I/O operation lets the A42MX09-2PLG84I bridge 5V buses to 3.3V subsystems on-chip, replacing TTL glue logic with a single programmable device. Fast wide-decode FUBs handle address decoding at 250 MHz-class internal performance. Because it is reprogrammable in-circuit across the MX family tool flow, bus protocol changes are absorbed with a design update rather than a board respin, protecting long-lifetime platforms from obsolescence.
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ASIC Prototyping and Emulation
The MX family serves as a reliable single-chip ASIC alternative, and the A42MX09-2PLG84I is commonly used to prototype small ASIC blocks or emulate control logic before tape-out. The 2.5 kbits of configurable dual-port SRAM (5 ns access) models on-chip memories and FIFOs, while 336 cells accommodate datapath fragments. Running at up to 250 MHz internal performance, it validates functional behavior at speeds close to target ASIC clocks. Libero SoC timing reports provide first-order timing estimates, though antifuse/Flash-based timing differs from standard-cell ASIC libraries.
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Military and Aerospace Upgrade Programs
MX FPGAs originate from Microsemi heritage with military temperature options across the family (e.g., A42MX09-TQG176M), and the industrial-grade A42MX09-2PLG84I supports upgrade boards in defense platforms that must preserve 5V interfaces. The single-chip, high-reliability architecture suits long-lifecycle programs where design stability matters more than cutting-edge process nodes. Its 0.45 um mature process avoids single-event-latch-up sensitivity typical of deep-submicron devices. Consult Microchip military product briefs for screening flows (883-class options exist within the broader MX portfolio).
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Test and Measurement Equipment
Bench instruments and ATE modules use the A42MX09-2PLG84I for timing generators, trigger logic, and pattern decoders. The 5 ns dual-port SRAM access and 100 MHz FIFO capability implement deep capture buffers, while fast wide-decode circuitry recognizes trigger patterns across 72 I/O channels. The -2 speed grade provides timing margin for 50-100 MHz state machines in rack-based instruments. Its deterministic pinout and industrial temperature range also suit production-floor test heads where ambient conditions vary throughout the day.
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Engineering reference data for A42MX09-2PLG84I — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | A42MX09-2PLG84 | A42MX09-PLG84I | A42MX16-3PLG84I | A42MX24-3PLG84I |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 84-PLCC (PLG84) | 84-PLCC - same | 84-PLCC - same | 84-PLCC - same | 84-PLCC - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| System Gates | 14,000 | 14,000 | 14,000 | ~24,000 | ~36,000 |
| Speed Grade | -2 | -2 | -1 | -3 | -3 |
| User I/O | 72 | 72 | 72 | [DATA_NEEDED] | [DATA_NEEDED] |
| Temperature Range | -40C to +85C (I) | 0C to +70C (C) | -40C to +85C (I) | -40C to +85C (I) | -40C to +85C (I) |
| Core Supply Voltage | 4.5V to 5.5V | 4.5V to 5.5V | 4.5V to 5.5V | 4.5V to 5.5V | 4.5V to 5.5V |
| Pin Compatibility | 42MX PLG84 footprint | Pin-to-pin compatible | Pin-to-pin compatible | Pin-to-pin compatible | Pin-to-pin compatible |
| Price (1 pc, approx.) | $42.50 as of 2026-08-30 | [DATA_NEEDED] | [DATA_NEEDED] | [DATA_NEEDED] | [DATA_NEEDED] |
Key Differentiators
- Same-footprint capacity upgrade path (vs A42MX24-3PLG84I)
- Cost-optimized speed grade (vs A42MX09-3PLG84)
- Industrial temperature rating (vs A42MX09-2PLG84)
Design Notes
The A42MX09-2PLG84I requires two supply rails: 5V (4.5-5.5V) for the core and 3.3V (3.0-3.6V) for I/O. Decouple each rail with at least 0.1 uF ceramic per power pin plus 10 uF bulk near the device. Confirm rail sequencing per the MX datasheet power-up specification to avoid I/O latch-up during configuration; if in doubt, use a supervisor such as a TPS3839 to hold reset until both rails are stable.
The 84-PLCC J-lead footprint requires careful land-pattern adherence to JEDEC MS-018 dimensions for reliable solder joints after reflow. Avoid routing high-speed clocks under the package center; PLCC packages lack a thermal pad, so keep switching IO return paths short with a solid ground plane. Reserve the footprint to accept MX16/MX24 pin-compatible upgrades - same land pattern supports A42MX16-3PLG84I and A42MX24-3PLG84I for capacity changes without respin.
Do not assume timing parity across speed grades: designs closed at -3 timing will not necessarily meet timing at -2 or -1. Also verify I/O bank assignments early - the 84-PLCC has only 72 user I/O, so pin budgeting errors discovered late force board respins. Finally, the MX family is a mature 0.45 um product line; check lifecycle status with Microchip before starting new designs and lock in a last-time-buy strategy for long-lifetime programs.
Compliance Information
Lead-free per distributor listing (PCB Electronics: 'LEAD FREE'). G suffix in PLG84 denotes lead-free/RoHS package. Other compliance details not found in provided data.
