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M1AFS1500-FG484I

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M1AFS1500-2FG484

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M1AFS1500-1FG484

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M1AFS1500-2FG484I Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics

Family Fusion Mixed-Signal FPGA
System Gates 1.5M gates
User I/O 223
Flash Memory 276480 bits
Speed Grade -2
Core Voltage 1.5 V
Process Technology 130 nm flash
Configuration Flash-based, live at power-up
Security 128-bit flash lock, AES-128 decryption
Analog Blocks Integrated configurable analog
Package 484-Ball FBGA
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Temperature Grade Industrial (I)
Packaging Tray

M1AFS1500-2FG484I 484-ball fbga Pin Configuration Guide

Complete pinout information for M1AFS1500-2FG484I (484-ball fbga package). 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.

484-ball fbga package pinout diagram for M1AFS1500-2FG484I

No detailed pinout data available for M1AFS1500-2FG484I.

Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.

Safe Operating Area (SOA) & Thermal Characteristics

Safe Operating Area Chart Default safe operating area chart for M1AFS1500-2FG484I Drain-to-Source Voltage (Vds) Drain Current (Id)

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

M1AFS1500-2FG484I is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Automation Control, Secure Embedded Systems, Mixed-Signal Sensor Interfaces, Test and Measurement Equipment, Aerospace and Defense Prototyping, Power Monitoring and Management.

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Industrial Automation Control

The M1AFS1500-2FG484I fits industrial controllers because its 1.5M gates of flash-based logic and 223 user I/Os can host motor control state machines, fieldbus interfaces, and glue logic on one die, while integrated configurable analog blocks digitize sensors without external ADCs. Flash configuration means the controller is functional the instant 1.5V core power is within specification - no configuration delay that could misfire actuator sequencing. The industrial temperature grade covers factory-floor ambient extremes. A trade-off is the 1.5V core on 130nm process: total dynamic power should be estimated in Libero before finalizing the supply design.

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Secure Embedded Systems

For designs protecting valuable IP, the M1AFS1500-2FG484I provides a 128-bit flash-based lock and AES-128 decryption that secure both programmed logic and configuration data, per the Microsemi Fusion datasheet. Because configuration resides in on-chip flash, there is no external bitstream bus to intercept - the fundamental attack surface of SRAM FPGAs is removed. The device is working as soon as power is applied, which also shortens secure-boot time. Designers should still lock JTAG access and use the flash lock features during production programming; the analog blocks can additionally implement tamper-detection monitoring without extra components.

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Mixed-Signal Sensor Interfaces

The Fusion family integrates configurable analog blocks alongside the 1.5M-gate fabric, so the M1AFS1500-2FG484I can directly condition and digitize sensor inputs, then process the data in the same die - reducing BOM count versus discrete ADC plus FPGA solutions. With 223 user I/Os, wide digital sensor arrays or multi-channel systems remain feasible, and the 484-FBGA footprint offers enough balls for power and ground integrity around the analog section. Note that analog block performance is modest compared to dedicated precision converters; for sub-millivolt accuracy, pair the FPGA with an external precision ADC and use the fabric for filtering and protocol conversion.

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Test and Measurement Equipment

Bench and rack instruments benefit from the M1AFS1500-2FG484I's live-at-power-up behavior: the 1.5V-core, flash-based device begins operating immediately, eliminating the configuration latency of SRAM FPGAs that users would observe at instrument power-on. The -2 speed grade provides the fastest timing available in the Fusion 1500 family for high-throughput acquisition triggers and interface logic, and 223 I/Os support wide parallel buses to front-end circuitry. For designs needing more compute, the fabric can host soft processors alongside custom peripherals. Verify timing closure at the -2 grade in Libero before finalizing front-panel bus speeds.

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Aerospace and Defense Prototyping

Microsemi (now Microchip) programmable logic has a long heritage in aerospace programs, and the M1AFS1500-2FG484I serves as a prototyping and ground-equipment platform where flash-based, single-chip configuration and the AES-128 security features are valuable. The 130nm flash process offers intrinsic radiation-tolerance advantages in architecture compared to SRAM cells, although this commercial-grade industrial part is not flight-qualified - designers should migrate to RTAX-series devices (such as RTAX2000S-CQ352V) for flight hardware. Use the 484-FBGA evaluation on ground test benches to validate logic before porting to the rad-tolerant family.

Power Monitoring and Management

Because Fusion devices integrate clock generation and management circuitry plus analog monitoring blocks, the M1AFS1500-2FG484I can act as a system power supervisor and sequencer while simultaneously hosting digital control logic - consolidating functions traditionally spread across a CPLD, supervisor IC, and ADC. The flash fabric is monitoring within microseconds of power application, allowing early fault capture during brownout events. The 276,480-bit flash array logs event data. Keep in mind the 1.5V core rail must be present for logic operation; analog monitoring of pre-regulator rails requires resistor dividers into the analog inputs.

What is the Microchip M1AFS1500-2FG484I?
The M1AFS1500-2FG484I is a Microchip Technology (formerly Microsemi) Fusion mixed-signal FPGA with 1.5 million system gates, 223 user I/Os, and 276,480 bits of on-chip flash, housed in a 484-ball FBGA package. According to the Fusion family datasheet, it uses 130nm flash process technology, runs from a 1.5V core, carries a -2 speed grade, and is rated for industrial temperature applications.
What is the difference between M1AFS1500-2FG484I and AFS1500-2FG484?
The M1 prefix denotes the Microchip-marketed version of the original Microsemi AFS1500 Fusion device; both are the same silicon with 1.5M gates, 223 I/Os, and a 484-FBGA package. According to Findchips and distributor cross-reference data, M1AFS1500-2FG484I is the industrial-temperature M1 variant, and the two are treated as direct cross-reference matches in distributor parametric tables.
What is the best drop-in replacement for M1AFS1500-2FG484I?
The closest drop-in replacements are same-family 484-FBGA Fusion parts: M1AFS1500-FG484I (speed grade -1), M1AFS1500-2FG484 (commercial temperature), and M1AFS1500-1FG484. These share the same package footprint and pinout. For reduced logic density on the same footprint, the M1AFS600-2FG484I offers 600K gates. Always verify speed grade and temperature rating against your timing budget before substitution.
Does M1AFS1500-2FG484I require an external configuration flash?
No. The Fusion family is flash-based, so configuration data is stored on-chip in non-volatile flash and the device is live as soon as system power is applied within normal operating specifications. According to the Microsemi Fusion datasheet, this eliminates the external configuration PROM required by SRAM FPGAs and improves design security, supported by a 128-bit flash lock and AES-128 decryption.
Where can I buy M1AFS1500-2FG484I and how much does it cost?
The M1AFS1500-2FG484I is listed by distributors including DigiKey, which shows buy-now availability shipping the same day, and six distributors are aggregated on Octopart. As of 2026-09-02, XAIPART tier pricing starts at 185.00 USD for quantity 1, dropping to about 132.00 USD at 1000 pieces. Because this is a legacy Microsemi-derived part, verify stock and lead time before committing production volumes.
Is M1AFS1500-2FG484I in stock and what is the lead time?
According to DigiKey's product listing, the M1AFS1500-2FG484I is available with same-day shipping, and Octopart reports stock across 6 distributors as of 2026-09-02. Formal lead times vary by distributor and order volume; for production quantities we recommend requesting a quote from XAIPART or checking the linked distributor pages directly, since legacy flash FPGAs can have allocated stock.
What are the key specifications of M1AFS1500-2FG484I?
Key specifications of the M1AFS1500-2FG484I: Fusion mixed-signal FPGA family; 1.5 million system gates; 223 user I/Os; 276,480 bits flash; 130nm flash process; 1.5V core voltage; -2 speed grade; 484-ball FBGA package; industrial temperature grade; flash-based live-at-power-up configuration; 128-bit flash lock and AES-128 decryption security. These figures come from the Microsemi/Microchip Fusion datasheet and DigiKey product data.
M1AFS1500-2FG484I vs M1AFS1500-FG484I - which is better for my design?
The difference is speed grade and internal timing margin: M1AFS1500-2FG484I is the faster -2 grade, while M1AFS1500-FG484I is the standard -1 grade. Both share the 484-FBGA footprint, 223 I/Os, and industrial temperature rating, so they are footprint-compatible. Choose the -2 part only if your static timing analysis fails at -1; otherwise the -1 variant is typically lower cost and easier to source.
What is the best Microchip equivalent if M1AFS1500-2FG484I is unavailable?
The best Microchip equivalents are same-package Fusion parts in the 484-FBGA footprint: M1AFS1500-2FG484 (commercial temp), M1AFS1500-1FG484 (-1 speed grade), M1AFS1500-FG484I (-1 industrial), and lower-density M1AFS600-2FG484I / M7AFS600-2FG484I parts. No true cross-brand pin-compatible equivalent exists in the verified data, because Fusion integrates analog blocks and flash configuration that SRAM FPGA competitors implement with external components.
Can I use M1AFS600-2FG484I instead of M1AFS1500-2FG484I?
Yes, physically it is a drop-in on the same 484-FBGA footprint, but only if your design fits 600K gates instead of 1.5M gates - a 60% reduction in logic capacity. The M1AFS600-2FG484I also reduces available I/O, so pin-usage mapping must be revalidated. It suits cost-reduced product variants, not a direct substitute for a full design already routed on the 1.5M-gate die.
Where can I download the M1AFS1500-2FG484I datasheet PDF?
The Fusion family of mixed-signal FPGAs datasheet covering the M1AFS1500-2FG484I is available as a 334-page PDF from Microsemi/Microchip and datasheet aggregators such as AllDataSheet and datasheets.com; the full document is roughly 18 MB. The official Microchip product page at microchip.com/en-us/product/M1AFS1500 links the current documentation and Libero design software support for the Fusion family.
How do I configure the 223 user I/Os on the M1AFS1500-2FG484I?
The 223 user I/Os are configured in Libero SoC design software by assigning I/O banks, standards, and drive strengths, then mapping them to the 484-ball FBGA ball assignments. Because Fusion devices integrate flash configuration, I/O states are established immediately at power-up. Per the Microsemi Fusion datasheet, designers should distribute I/Os across banks to balance supply rails and respect maximum simultaneous switching current per bank.
Is the M1AFS1500-2FG484I secure for protecting my FPGA IP?
Yes. According to the Microsemi Fusion datasheet, Fusion devices include a 128-bit flash-based lock and industry-leading AES-128 decryption used to secure programmed intellectual property and configuration data. Because configuration is stored on-chip in flash rather than an external PROM, bitstream interception during configuration is eliminated, which is a major advantage over SRAM FPGAs for IP-sensitive designs.
What power supply does the M1AFS1500-2FG484I need?
The M1AFS1500-2FG484I operates from a 1.5V core supply per the datasheet specification for the Fusion family in the 484-pin FBGA. I/O bank and analog block supplies must also be planned; exact per-rail current figures depend on your design utilization and should be estimated with Microchip's power calculator in Libero. Verify [DATA_NEEDED: exact I/O supply voltage options] for your I/O standards in the Fusion datasheet before finalizing the power tree.
Is M1AFS1500-2FG484I RoHS compliant and lead-free?
RoHS and lead-free status for the M1AFS1500-2FG484I is not stated explicitly in the verified distributor snippets retrieved for this page, so it cannot be asserted here. The device is packaged in a tray-packed 484-ball FBGA, which is consistent with modern lead-free assembly, but you should confirm the RoHS certificate on the official Microchip product page or request a compliance statement from XAIPART before production procurement.

Engineering reference data for M1AFS1500-2FG484I — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.

Selection Guide

Choose the M1AFS1500-2FG484I when you need the maximum logic capacity (1.5M gates) of the Fusion family in a 484-FBGA footprint, with industrial temperature tolerance and the fastest -2 timing, plus on-chip flash configuration and AES-128 IP security. If your design closes timing at -1, select M1AFS1500-FG484I or M1AFS1500-1FG484 for better availability and cost. For commercial-only environments, M1AFS1500-2FG484 removes the industrial-grade price premium. If your logic fits 600K gates, the M1AFS600-2FG484I or M7AFS600-2FG484I provide a genuine cost reduction on the same PCB footprint - valuable for product cost-downs. There is no verified cross-brand pin-compatible alternative because Fusion's integrated analog blocks and flash configuration have no direct competitor equivalent; cross-brand moves require board redesign.

Comparison with Alternatives

Parameter This Product M1AFS1500-FG484I M1AFS1500-2FG484 M1AFS600-2FG484I M7AFS600-2FG484I
Package 484-Ball FBGA 484-Ball FBGA - same 484-Ball FBGA - same 484-Ball FBGA - same 484-Ball FBGA - same
Brand Microchip Technology Microchip Technology Microchip Technology Microchip Technology Microchip Technology
System Gates 1.5M 1.5M 1.5M 600K 600K
User I/O 223 223 223 [DATA_NEEDED] [DATA_NEEDED]
Speed Grade -2 -1 -2 -2 -2
Core Voltage 1.5 V 1.5 V 1.5 V 1.5 V 1.5 V
Temperature Grade Industrial (I) Industrial (I) Commercial Industrial (I) Industrial (I)
Configuration Security 128-bit flash lock, AES-128 128-bit flash lock, AES-128 128-bit flash lock, AES-128 128-bit flash lock, AES-128 128-bit flash lock, AES-128

Key Differentiators

  • Highest logic density in the Fusion 484-FBGA lineup (vs M1AFS600-2FG484I)
  • Faster timing than the -1 grade sibling (vs M1AFS1500-FG484I)
  • Industrial temperature rating (vs M1AFS1500-2FG484)

Design Notes

Estimated: the 1.5V core rail carries the majority of dynamic power on this 130nm flash FPGA. Exact current depends on design utilization and clock rates; use Microchip's power estimation tool in Libero SoC with your actual gate and toggle counts rather than datasheet maximums. Provide independent I/O bank supplies and allow for inrush-free soft start - flash-based devices draw configuration current instantly at power-up because they are live at power application.

The 484-ball FBGA requires controlled-impedance PCB layout with via-in-pad or dog-bone fanout; plan a minimum of 6 layers for signal escape on the outer ball rows. Dedicate solid ground planes beneath the die and keep analog block references on a quiet region of the board. Follow the Microchip Fusion PCB layout guidelines in the family datasheet for ball assignment of power, ground, and analog pins.

Do not confuse the M1AFS1500-2FG484I with its siblings: the FG484/FGG484 ball-type variants and -1 speed grade parts are footprint-similar but differ in timing and, for FGG, ball metallurgy. Confirm the exact ordering P/N against your BOM before assembly. Additionally, this industrial part is not flight-qualified - aerospace designers must migrate to RTAX-series devices for flight hardware.

Compliance Information

RoHS
Unknown
REACH
Unknown
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
Lead Free
Unknown
Halogen Free
Unknown
Conflict Minerals
Unknown

RoHS, REACH, and lead-free status not explicitly stated in the retrieved distributor data. Request a compliance certificate from Microchip Technology or XAIPART before production procurement.

Data verified on: 2026-09-02 — data verified and curated by XAIPART's component engineering team

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