M2S005-VF256 is a product from the SmartFusion®2 series from Microsemi (now part of Microchip Technology), which combines FPGA logic, a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M3 processor, and advanced security features in a single low-power device. The SoC FPGA is specifically designed for safety-critical and low-power embedded systems and is widely used in industrial control, defense electronics, communication systems, and automatic test equipment.
The M2S005-VF256 features a 256-ball BGA package and a small logic area and is designed specifically for cost- and space-sensitive systems.
🔧 Technical specifications: M2S005-VF256
Parameter details
Part number M2S005-VF256
Architecture ARM Cortex-M3 + FPGA flash memory
Logic unit (LE) ~5K logic units
Built-in RAM 56 kB
Built-in non-volatile memory 256 kB eNVM
Security features DPA attack-resistant core, AES256, SHA, TRNG
I/O bank 4
Supported I/O standards LVCMOS, SSTL, HSTL
Package VF256 (256 FineLine BGA balls, 1.0 mm pitch)
Operating temperature range –40 °C to +100 °C (industrial temperature)
📘 Download complete data sheet (Microchip)
✅ Key features
- 🔐 Advanced security: integrated secure operation, encrypted bitstream, tamper protection, and true random number generator (TRNG).
- 🔋 Low power consumption: Flash-based FPGA design consumes less power than traditional SRAM-based FPGAs.
- 🧠 Integrated Cortex-M3 processor: Integrated applications can run in real time without the need for an external MCU.
- 🔄 Flexible I/O interface: Supports multiple serial and parallel I/O standards.
- 🧩 Radiation-resistant design: The flash memory design features better interference resistance compared to SRAM-based FPGAs.
🧰 Areas of application
1. Industrial automation
The M2S005-VF256 is suitable for motor control, PLC units, and industrial gateways, which are applications that require low power consumption and safe logic.
2. Defense and space
Thanks to its radiation resistance and security, it can support safe operation and data security in critical systems.
3. Medical electronics
It is used in portable diagnostic devices and patient monitoring systems, where reliability and low power consumption are extremely important.
4. Internet of Things and end devices
Provides a secure and programmable logic platform for Internet of Things nodes that require real-time data processing and secure transmission.
5. Integrated vision
Combines image preprocessing logic and an integrated processor, making it suitable for energy-efficient automatic vision systems.
🛠️ Development and software environment
- Libero SoC Design Toolkit – Microchip’s official FPGA development tool for the SmartFusion2 series
- SoftConsole – integrated development environment for developing basic software based on ARM Cortex-M3
- Secure boot support – supports firmware updates over the air or via secure channels
For more information, visit Microchip’s SmartFusion2 development tools page
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DRex Electronics provides secure access to advanced and hard-to-find programmable logic devices such as the M2S005-VF256. We serve original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and industrial users who require performance, monitoring, and global logistics support.
Why choose DRex to purchase M2S005-VF256?
- ✅ ISO 9001-certified purchasing
- 🔍 Access to active and discontinued FPGA devices
- 🌍 Global industrial purchasing support
- 📦 Fast delivery and strategic inventory management
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🔗 Useful internal and external links
Internal links
- Discover SoC FPGA on DRex
- Microsemi / Microchip components
- Contact the DRex sales team
External links
- M2S005-VF256 on the official Microchip website
- Libero SoC design toolkit
- SmartFusion2 technology overview (Wikipedia)
