This Product Selection Guide contains information to help select products in the FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array) category on DigiKey.com
FPGAs are user-configurable integrated circuit products used for performing logical operations and information processing, and which commonly feature a very high level of integrated functionality. They are often used in place of general-purpose microprocessors where known operations are to be executed at extremely high speed, such as in receiving and processing information from high-speed data converters. They typically require an external memory device to store the user’s desired configuration and reload it upon startup.
SelectionCharacteristics
DigiKey Programmable: For verified products, DigiKey can program/flash your compiled code or configuration variables prior to shipping. For unverified products, please inquire with ProgCent.Techs@digikey.com.
Number of LABs/CLBs: The quantity of Logic Array Blocks/ Configurable Logic blocks available on the device; a measure of device size or complexity.
Number of Logic Elements/Cells: A measure of device size, complexity, or functional potential. (Not specified for all products)
Total RAM Bits: Indicates the amount of Random Access Memory with which a device is equipped given as bits…
Number of I/O: Indicates the number of device pins that are capable of being used for general-purpose digital input/output functions.
Number of Gates: The number of logic gates contained within a device; a measure of device size, complexity, or functional potential. (Not specified for all products)
Voltage - Supply: Typically represented by a range, this indicates the low and high voltage limits that one can expect during standard operation. Voltages outside this range may damage the device and other system components.
Mounting Type: Indicates how the device is attached.
Operating Temperature: Recommended operating temperature, typically given in a range or as a maximum. Exceeding these temperatures may affect performance or damage the device and/or other system components.
Package / Case: Describes the footprint and type of body the item has based on a general standard.
Supplier Device Package: Describes the footprint and type of body the item has based on what the manufacturer names it.
ProductExamples
| MFR PART # | T4F49C2 |
|---|---|
| DIGI-KEY PART # | 2134-T4F49C2TR-ND - Tape & Reel (TR) |
| MANUFACTURER | Efinix, Inc. |
| DESCRIPTION | Trion® Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) IC 33 78643 3888 49-VFBGA |
| DATASHEET | Click Here |
| MFR PART # | ICE40LP384-SG32 |
|---|---|
| DIGI-KEY PART # | 220-2646-ND |
| MANUFACTURER | Lattice Semiconductor Corporation |
| DESCRIPTION | iCE40™ LP Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) IC 21 384 32-VFQFN Exposed Pad |
| DATASHEET | Click Here |
| MFR PART # | A3P125-VQG100 |
|---|---|
| DIGI-KEY PART # | 1100-1025-ND |
| MANUFACTURER | Microchip Technology |
| DESCRIPTION | ProASIC3 Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) IC 71 36864 100-TQFP |
| DATASHEET | Click Here |
MediaLinks
Videos
Introduction to FPGA Part 1 - What is an FPGA? | DigiKey
FPGA Programming Part 1: Drawing a Schematic of your Circuit in Quartus II
Articles
How to use FPGA SoCs for Secure and Connected Hard Real-Time Systems
Product Training Modules
FPGA Family Introduction Overview
Blogs
FPGAs 101: A Beginner’s Guide
TechForum
FPGA Vs FPGA/SOC
How to choose between a classical FPGA and FPGA/SOC
What is an FPGA?