M2S025TS-1VF400 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The M2S025TS-1VF400 is an ARM Cortex-M3 System On Chip (SOC) from Microchip Technology's SmartFusion2 product line. This embedded IC integrates a 166MHz processor with 25K logic modules FPGA fabric, 256KB flash memory, and 64KB RAM in a 400-pin VFBGA package. The device is currently in active production status and supports multiple connectivity standards including Ethernet, CAN, USB, and SPI interfaces. Identifying equivalent substitute parts is necessary when primary inventory is unavailable or when design requirements necessitate alternative compliance certifications.

Substiute Parts

M2S025TS-1VF400

Microchip TechnologyIn Stock: 924M2S025TS-1VF400 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

M2S025-VFG400

Microchip TechnologyIn Stock: 1038M2S025-VFG400 Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the M2S025TS-1VF400 are identified based on strict parametric equivalence across core electrical and mechanical specifications. The substitution criteria are:

• Identical manufacturer (Microchip Technology)
• Identical core processor architecture (ARM Cortex-M3)
• Identical operating frequency (166MHz)
• Identical memory configuration (256KB flash, 64KB RAM)
• Identical FPGA logic module count (25K)
• Identical package type and pin count (400-VFBGA, 17x17)
• Identical I/O count (207 pins)
• Identical operating temperature range (0°C ~ 85°C)
• Identical peripheral set (DDR, PCIe, SERDES)
• Identical connectivity interfaces (CANbus, Ethernet, I2C, SPI, UART/USART, USB)
• Same SmartFusion2 series classification

The M2S025-VFG400 meets all these criteria and qualifies as a parametric equivalent substitute.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the M2S025TS-1VF400 and M2S025-VFG400 are electrically and mechanically equivalent across all core functional parameters. The primary distinction is RoHS compliance status: the M2S025TS-1VF400 is RoHS non-compliant, while the M2S025-VFG400 is ROHS3 compliant.

Selection between these parts should be based on regulatory and procurement requirements:

• Use M2S025-VFG400 when ROHS3 compliance is mandated by design specifications, customer requirements, or regional regulations.
• Use M2S025TS-1VF400 when RoHS compliance is not a requirement and inventory availability is the primary consideration.

Both parts maintain identical product status (Active), REACH compliance (REACH Unaffected), export classification (ECCN 3A991D), and tariff codes (HTSUS 8542.39.0001).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Are M2S025TS-1VF400 and M2S025-VFG400 pin-for-pin compatible?

A: Yes. Both devices use the 400-VFBGA (17x17) package with 207 I/O pins in identical configurations. PCB layouts and footprints are interchangeable.

Q: What is the difference between these two part numbers?

A: The primary difference is RoHS compliance certification. The M2S025-VFG400 is ROHS3 compliant, while the M2S025TS-1VF400 is RoHS non-compliant. All electrical specifications, memory configurations, processor speed, and peripheral sets are identical.

Q: Can I substitute M2S025-VFG400 for M2S025TS-1VF400 in existing designs?

A: Yes, provided that RoHS compliance does not conflict with your design requirements. The M2S025-VFG400 is a direct parametric equivalent and requires no design modifications.

Q: Are there any performance differences between these parts?

A: No. Both parts operate at 166MHz with identical memory (256KB flash, 64KB RAM), FPGA logic (25K modules), and peripheral configurations. Performance characteristics are equivalent.

Q: What is the moisture sensitivity level for both parts?

A: Both the M2S025TS-1VF400 and M2S025-VFG400 have a Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) of 3, with a floor life of 168 hours. Identical handling and storage protocols apply to both parts.

Q: Are both parts currently in active production?

A: Yes. Both the M2S025TS-1VF400 and M2S025-VFG400 maintain Active product status with Microchip Technology.