M2S050T-1FGG484M

The Microchip M2S050T-1FGG484M is a SmartFusion2 system-on-chip (SoC) FPGA integrating a 166 MHz ARM Cortex-M3 processor with a 50K-logic-element flash-based FPGA fabric in a 484-ball FBGA package. This non-volatile device stores its configuration on-chip, delivering instant-on capability and intrinsic immunity to single-event upsets without external boot memory. The architecture embeds dedicated block RAM, hardened multiply-accumulate units for DSP workloads, and multiple PLLs for flexible clock generation, allowing designers to merge microcontroller functions with custom logic in a secure, low-power footprint.

Typical deployments include defense avionics, secure tactical radios, missile guidance, and safety-critical industrial controls where deterministic processing and data integrity are essential. The ‘M’ suffix identifies a military-grade variant that operates across an extended temperature range and may incorporate additional screening or traceability appropriate for mission-constrained environments. Procurement engineers should source through authorized Microchip distribution channels to guarantee authentic, fully traceable parts and to avoid counterfeits. Although the SmartFusion2 family benefits from Microchip’s long-term lifecycle support, lead times for military-temperature devices can be extended, making early supply planning important for programs with strict sustainment requirements.