Sunday, February 5, 2017

What is a Programmable Logic Device?


A PLD, or programmable logic device, is an electronic component that is used in order to build digital circuits that are reprogrammable. A programmable logic device does not have a defined function once manufactured, unlike a logic gate and has to be programmed before it can be used.

Types of Programmable Logic Devices

There are several different kinds of programmable logic devices at Future Electronics. We stock many of the most common types categorized by several parameters including Programmable Type, Number of I/O Lines, Supply Voltage, Memory Density, System Gates, Packaging Type and many other parameters specific to the type of programmable logic device. Our parametric filters will allow you to refine your search results according to the required specifications.

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Programmable Logic Devices from Future Electronics

Future Electronics has a wide range of programmable logic devices from several manufacturers. Once you decide if you need a CPLD, FPGA, FPGA Configuration or Mixed Signal programmable logic device, you will be able to choose from their technical attributes and your search results will be narrowed to match your specific programmable logic device application needs.


We deal with Lattice Semiconductor, Microsemi, Cypress and Atmel Corporation as manufacturers. You can easily refine your programmable logic device product search results by clicking your preferred programmable logic device brand from the list of manufacturers below.


Applications for Programmable Logic Devices:

  • There are many applications that use programmable logic devices including: 
  • Networking 
  • Aerospace and defence 
  • Automotive 
  • Consumer electronics 
  • Computing 
  • Distributed monetary systems 
  • Communications 
  • Audio 
  • Computing 
  • Avionics

Choosing the Right Programmable Logic Device:

With the FutureElectronics.com parametric search, when looking for the right programmable logic devices, you can filter the results by category. We carry the following categories of programmable logic devices:
  • CPLD 
  • FPGA 
  • FPGA Configuration 
  • Mixed Signal 
Once you choose the programmable logic device category, you can narrow them down by various attributes: by Number of I/O Lines, Programmable Type, Supply Voltage, System Gates and Memory Density, to name a few. You will be able to find the right FPGA, FPGA Configuration, Mixed Signal or CPLD programmable logic device by using these filters.


Programmable Logic Devices in Production Ready Packaging or R&D Quantities

If the quantity of programmable logic devices required is less than a full reel, we offer to our customers several of our programmable logic devices in tray and tube quantities that will help you avoid unneeded surplus.

Future Electronics also offers its clients a unique bonded inventory program designed to eliminate potential problems that may arise from an unpredictable supply of products that could contain raw metals and products with erratic or long lead times. Talk with your nearest Future Electronics branch and find out more on how you can avoid possible shortages.