M1AFS1500-FG676 - 1.5M Gate Fusion FPGA, 252 I/O | Microchip
MPN: M1AFS1500-FG676 ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $465 | $465.00 |
| 10 | $442 | $4,420.00 |
| 100 | $418 | $41,800.00 |
| 500 | $395 | $197,500.00 |
| 1,000 | $372 | $372,000.00 |
M1AFS1500-FG676 Overview
An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a semiconductor device containing a fabric of programmable logic blocks and interconnects that designers configure in the field, sitting within the broader hierarchy of programmable logic devices (PLDs -> CPLDs -> FPGAs -> system-on-chip programmable SoCs). The Fusion family is distinctive because it integrates configurable analog blocks, large flash memory, comprehensive clock generation and management circuitry, and flash-based programmable logic in a single monolithic die, reducing bill-of-materials count versus discrete FPGA-plus-analog solutions.
Key features include flash-based configuration (no external boot PROM required and instant-on operation as soon as system power is within specification), 130nm flash CMOS process technology, a maximum clock frequency of 350 MHz (referenced by distributors as 1098.9 MHz toggle-class performance), AES decryption with a 128-bit flash-based lock for secure IP protection, and a commercial operating range of 0C to +70C with SMD/SMT mounting. The Fusion architecture mitigates the need for ASIC migration at higher volumes, making it a cost-effective ASIC replacement across consumer, networking and communications, computing, and avionics markets.
Technically, the M1AFS1500 combines lookup-table-based logic fabric with hardened mixed-signal peripherals: analog conditioning, PWM generators, and voltage/temperature monitoring that traditionally required external supervisory components. The 676-ball FBGA (FG676) footprint provides high I/O density for wide bus interfaces while remaining reworkable with standard BGA reflow equipment.
Typical applications include industrial control with integrated analog monitoring, power-supply supervision and sequencing, secure communications and networking line cards, embedded computing interfaces, and avionics subsystems that benefit from instant-on, secure flash configuration.
When designing with this device, respect the nominal 1.5V core supply (1.425V to 1.575V range), plan power sequencing per the manufacturer datasheet, and route high-speed I/O with controlled impedance on the outer BGA balls.
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Drop-in alternatives for M1AFS1500-FG676 — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
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M1AFS1500-FGG676
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M1AFS1500-1FGG676I
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| Manufacturer | Microchip Technology (Microsemi) |
| Series | M1AFS1500 (Fusion) |
| Logic Cells | 38400 |
| Equivalent Gates | 1500000 |
| Number of I/O | 252 |
| Package / Case | 676-Ball FBGA (FG676) |
| Operating Supply Voltage | 1.5 V |
| Supply Voltage Range | 1.425 V to 1.575 V |
| Process Technology | 130 nm flash CMOS |
| Configuration Type | Flash-based (instant-on) |
| Maximum Clock Frequency | 350 MHz |
| Security | 128-bit flash lock, AES decryption |
| Mounting Style | SMD/SMT |
| Minimum Operating Temperature | 0 C |
| Maximum Operating Temperature | +70 C |
| Packaging | Tray |
M1AFS1500-FG676 676-ball fbga (fg676) Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for M1AFS1500-FG676 (676-ball fbga (fg676) 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.
No detailed pinout data available for M1AFS1500-FG676.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
M1AFS1500-FG676 is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Control and Monitoring, Power Supply Supervision and Sequencing, Secure Networking and Communications Equipment, Avionics and Defense Subsystems, ASIC Prototyping and Low-Volume ASIC Replacement, Embedded Computing and Board-Level Glue Logic.
Industrial Control and Monitoring
The M1AFS1500-FG676 fits industrial control systems because its Fusion mixed-signal architecture integrates analog monitoring (voltage, temperature) and PWM generation directly with 38,400 logic cells of programmable fabric in one 676-ball FBGA. A controller built on this device can digitize sensor inputs, implement closed-loop motor or power-supply control logic, and drive gate-drive PWM outputs without external supervisory ICs. The flash-based fabric is operational the instant 1.5V power is within the 1.425V-1.575V specification, which is valuable in factory automation where deterministic startup after a power dip is required. The 252 user I/O accommodate parallel fieldbus interfaces and backplane connections.
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Power Supply Supervision and Sequencing
Fusion FPGAs were designed explicitly to replace discrete supervisor ICs: the M1AFS1500-FG676 provides on-chip voltage and temperature monitoring channels, programmable threshold comparators, and multiple PWM/timer outputs that implement power-rail sequencing and brownout detection in a single die. A 1.5M-gate fabric with 38,400 logic cells simultaneously handles housekeeping and system glue logic, reducing board area in dense rack or line-card power trees. Because configuration resides in on-chip flash, supervision logic is active within milliseconds of the 1.5V core reaching the 1.425V-1.575V window - no boot delay like SRAM FPGAs.
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Secure Networking and Communications Equipment
The M1AFS1500-FG676 suits networking line cards and secure communications hardware by combining a 128-bit flash-based lock with AES decryption, as stated in the Microsemi datasheet, to protect programmed IP and configuration data. Unlike SRAM FPGAs, there is no external bitstream to intercept because configuration is stored in on-chip flash and decrypted in-die. The 252 user I/O and 350 MHz class fabric handle MAC-layer framing, packet processing glue logic, and backplane interfaces, while the monolithic analog blocks monitor board health (rail voltages, temperature) for carrier-grade systems requiring remote telemetry.
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Avionics and Defense Subsystems
Fusion devices are positioned by the manufacturer for avionics markets, and the M1AFS1500-FG676 delivers the combination those programs require: instant-on flash configuration (critical for power-cycling in flight), secure AES-protected configuration storage, and integrated analog conditioning for ARINC-style sensor interfaces. The 38,400 logic cells implement protocol bridges, MIL-STD bus glue logic, and built-in-test controllers, while on-die voltage and temperature monitoring supports BIT reporting without extra converters. The 676-ball FBGA with 252 I/O supports wide parallel data paths in black-box and interface-conversion modules where single-chip integration reduces weight and connector count.
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ASIC Prototyping and Low-Volume ASIC Replacement
The Microsemi datasheet states the Fusion architecture mitigates ASIC migration at higher user volumes, making the M1AFS1500-FG676 a cost-effective ASIC replacement in consumer, networking, computing, and avionics programs. With 1.5 million equivalent gates and 38,400 logic cells, moderate ASIC designs fit directly, and the flash fabric means production units ship with configuration already programmed - no NRE re-spins for logic fixes. The integrated analog blocks and flash memory replace mixed-signal ASIC peripherals, while the 252 I/O FBGA-676 footprint supports the wide buses typical of ASIC sockets in evaluation and bridge-to-volume production strategies.
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Embedded Computing and Board-Level Glue Logic
In embedded computing platforms, the M1AFS1500-FG676 consolidates board-level glue logic, bus bridging, reset supervision, and voltage monitoring that would otherwise require several discrete components. The instant-on flash fabric performs address decoding, interrupt control, and CPU-to-peripheral bridging from the moment the 1.5V core (1.425V-1.575V) is valid, avoiding boot-latency issues in systems with strict reset timing. The 252 user I/O cover legacy parallel buses (PCI-style, local bus) alongside serial interfaces, and the 350 MHz class fabric provides timing headroom for 100 MHz-class synchronous interfaces implemented in Verilog/VHDL through Microchip Libero SoC.
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Engineering reference data for M1AFS1500-FG676 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | M1AFS1500-FGG676 | M1AFS1500-FG676Y | M1AFS1500-1FGG676I | M1AFS1500-2FG676I |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 676-Ball FBGA (FG676) | 676-Ball FBGA - same footprint | 676-Ball FBGA - same footprint | 676-Ball FBGA - same footprint | 676-Ball FBGA - same footprint |
| Brand | Microchip Technology (Microsemi) | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Logic Cells | 38400 | 38400 | 38400 | 38400 | 38400 |
| Number of I/O | 252 | 252 | 252 | 252 | 252 |
| Core Supply Voltage | 1.5 V (1.425-1.575 V) | 1.5 V (1.425-1.575 V) | 1.5 V (1.425-1.575 V) | 1.5 V (1.425-1.575 V) | 1.5 V (1.425-1.575 V) |
| Speed Grade | Standard | Standard | Standard | 1 (fastest) | 2 (slower) |
| Configuration / Security | Flash, instant-on, 128-bit lock + AES | Flash, instant-on, 128-bit lock + AES | Flash, instant-on, 128-bit lock + AES | Flash, instant-on, 128-bit lock + AES | Flash, instant-on, 128-bit lock + AES |
Key Differentiators
- Integrated mixed-signal analog blocks (vs M1AFS1500-FGG676)
- Wider operating temperature via drop-in variant (vs M1AFS1500-1FGG676I)
- Higher speed grade in same package (vs M1AFS1500-2FG676I)
- Monolithic flash configuration vs external-PROM FPGAs (vs SRAM FPGA families)
Design Notes
Regulate the 1.5V core rail to the 1.425V-1.575V window with a low-ripple step-down converter and bulk plus local decoupling (multi-uF ceramics at each core supply ball group). Because Fusion fabric is live as soon as power is within specification, ensure rail ramp monotonicity and sequencing so monitoring and configuration logic initialize deterministically. I/O bank rails must also be present per the datasheet power-up requirements to avoid latch-up or misconfiguration during startup.
For the 676-ball FBGA, design the land pattern per the manufacturer datasheet footprint with solder-mask-defined pads and a via-in-pad or dogbone escape strategy on the outer two ball rows. Route high-speed I/O with controlled impedance and matched lengths on outer rows to minimize escape stubs. Provide a solid ground plane directly beneath the die for return paths and connect all ground balls; do not leave power/ground balls floating.
Do not treat this part as a plug-and-play swap for AFS1500 legacy codes without verifying ordering suffixes: FG676 (standard finish, commercial temp) differs from FGG676 (lead-free) and -1FGG676I (industrial, speed grade 1). Timing closure done on a faster speed grade will not transfer to -2 parts. Also confirm your Libero SoC version still supports the Fusion family before scheduling design changes, and re-verify analog block calibration settings after any design migration.
Compliance Information
The FG676 suffix denotes standard lead finish in tray packaging; the FGG676 variant is the lead-free/green option. Verify current RoHS/REACH status on the Microchip product page for the exact ordering code.
