M2S050-FG896 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The M2S050-FG896 is an ARM Cortex-M3 System On Chip (SOC) IC from Microchip Technology's SmartFusion2 FPGA product line. This device integrates a 166MHz ARM Cortex-M3 processor with 50K logic modules, 256KB flash memory, and 64KB RAM in a 896-FBGA package. The part is currently active in production with 743 units in stock. Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical specifications and core functionality are maintained across different package configurations, allowing design flexibility for varying I/O requirements and board space constraints.

Substiute Parts

M2S050-FG896

Microchip TechnologyIn Stock: 756M2S050-FG896 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

M2S050-FGG484

Microchip TechnologyIn Stock: 1140M2S050-FGG484 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The M2S050-FG896 and M2S050-FGG484 are parametric equivalents within the SmartFusion2 product family. Substitution is valid based on the following criteria:

• Identical base product number (M2S050)
• Identical core processor architecture (ARM Cortex-M3)
• Identical processor speed (166MHz)
• Identical memory configuration (256KB flash, 64KB RAM)
• Identical FPGA logic module count (50K)
• Identical peripheral and connectivity feature sets
• Identical operating temperature range (0°C ~ 85°C)
• Identical series classification (SmartFusion2)

The primary difference between these parts is the package configuration: the M2S050-FG896 uses a 896-FBGA (31x31) package with 377 I/O pins, while the M2S050-FGG484 uses a 484-FPBGA (23x23) package with 267 I/O pins. Package selection depends on application-specific I/O requirements and PCB layout constraints.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both M2S050-FG896 and M2S050-FGG484 are active production parts suitable for new designs. The M2S050-FGG484 offers ROHS3 compliance, which may be required for applications subject to RoHS regulations. The M2S050-FG896 provides a higher I/O pin count (377 versus 267), making it suitable for applications requiring extensive peripheral connectivity. Selection between these parts should be based on specific I/O requirements and regulatory compliance needs for the target application.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can M2S050-FGG484 replace M2S050-FG896 in existing designs?

A: Functional replacement is possible only if the application uses 267 I/O pins or fewer. The M2S050-FGG484 provides 110 fewer I/O pins than the M2S050-FG896. PCB layout and pinout must be re-evaluated for any design migration.

Q: What is the primary difference between these substitute parts?

A: The M2S050-FG896 uses a 896-pin BGA package (31x31mm) with 377 I/O pins. The M2S050-FGG484 uses a 484-pin BGA package (23x23mm) with 267 I/O pins. All core processor, memory, and peripheral specifications are identical.

Q: Are there compliance differences between these parts?

A: Yes. The M2S050-FGG484 is ROHS3 compliant, while the M2S050-FG896 is RoHS non-compliant. Both parts have identical MSL ratings (3, 168 hours) and ECCN classifications.

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

A: Both parts have MSL 3 with a 168-hour floor life. Standard moisture control procedures during storage and handling are required.

Q: Are these parts suitable for new designs?

A: Yes. Both M2S050-FG896 and M2S050-FGG484 are active production parts from Microchip Technology and are appropriate for new product development.