M2S150T-FCVG484I Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The M2S150T-FCVG484I is an ARM Cortex-M3 System On Chip (SOC) from Microchip Technology's SmartFusion2 product line. This embedded IC integrates a 166MHz processor with 150K logic modules FPGA fabric, 512KB flash memory, and 64KB RAM in a 484-FBGA package. The device is Active in product status and suitable for applications requiring combined MCU and FPGA functionality with comprehensive connectivity options including Ethernet, CAN, USB, and serial interfaces.

Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical and mechanical parameters are maintained across the same product family, ensuring functional interchangeability within specified operating conditions.

Substiute Parts

M2S150T-FCVG484I

Microchip TechnologyIn Stock: 901M2S150T-FCVG484I Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

M2S150-FCVG484I

Microchip TechnologyIn Stock: 1999M2S150-FCVG484I Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the M2S150T-FCVG484I is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

• Identical ARM Cortex-M3 core processor architecture
• Matching 166MHz clock speed
• Equivalent 150K FPGA logic module count
• Identical 512KB flash and 64KB RAM configuration
• Same 484-FBGA (19x19) physical package
• Matching 273 I/O pin count
• Identical operating temperature range (-40°C to 100°C)
• Equivalent peripheral set (DDR, PCIe, SERDES)
• Matching connectivity interfaces (CANbus, Ethernet, I2C, SPI, UART/USART, USB)
• Same compliance certifications (ROHS3, REACH Unaffected)

Parts meeting all these criteria are classified as parametric equivalents and direct substitutes.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both M2S150T-FCVG484I and M2S150-FCVG484I are Active products from Microchip Technology with identical electrical specifications and package configurations. Selection between these parts is based on availability and supply chain requirements rather than technical differentiation.

Both parts maintain ROHS3 compliance and REACH Unaffected status, meeting current regulatory requirements for embedded systems deployment. The MSL3 rating (168 hours) applies uniformly across both variants, requiring standard moisture control during storage and handling.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Are M2S150T-FCVG484I and M2S150-FCVG484I functionally interchangeable?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical electrical parameters, processor architecture, memory configuration, I/O count, and package specifications. They are direct parametric equivalents suitable for pin-for-pin replacement in circuit designs.

Q: What determines substitution eligibility for SmartFusion2 devices?

A: Substitution requires matching core processor type, clock speed, FPGA logic module count, memory sizes, package type, I/O pin count, and operating temperature range. Deviations in any of these parameters disqualify a part as a direct substitute.

Q: Does the 484-FBGA package differ between these parts?

A: No. Both parts use the identical 484-FBGA (19x19) package with 273 I/O pins. Physical and electrical pin assignments are equivalent.

Q: Are there compliance differences between these part numbers?

A: No. Both parts carry identical ROHS3 compliance, REACH Unaffected status, and MSL3 moisture sensitivity ratings. Regulatory and environmental compliance is equivalent.

Q: What is the significance of the "T" designation in M2S150T-FCVG484I?

A: The "T" designation is a variant identifier within the M2S150 base product family. It does not affect electrical functionality or substitution eligibility when all other parameters remain identical.