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RCHD-PF
PolarFire System on Module

  • 667 MHz RISC-V, 5 cores
  • Microchip PolarFire® FPGA: 23K - 254K Logic Elements
  • RISC-V and FPGA integrated on a Single Chip
  • High-Speed I/O and 12.7 Gbit/s transceivers
  • Real-Time Signal Processing with Hardware Offloading

The RCHD-PF System on Module from Conclusive Engineering leverages the Microchip PolarFire® FPGA SoC, integrating a 667 MHz, 5-core RISC-V processor with FPGA fabric ranging from 23K to 254K logic elements. This combination offers a compact, power-efficient solution for real-time signal processing and high-speed data applications.

RCHD-PF PolarFire System on Module Specification and Main Features

SoC Microchip PolarFire® FPGA SoC
CPU Architecture
  • RISC-V, up to 667 MHz, 5 cores
  • 4x RV64GC application cores
  • 1x RV64IMAC monitor/boot core
  • Performance: 3.125 CoreMarks/MHz, 1.714 DMIPS/MHz
FPGA
  • Microchip PolarFire® SoC
  • MPFS025T - 23k logic elements
  • MPFS095T - 93k logic elements
  • MPFS160T - 161k logic elements
  • MPFS250T - 254k logic elements
Memory LPDDR4 (512 MB, 1, 2 or 4GB) 1600 MT/s
Mass storage
  • eMMC 5.0 (4-64 GB)
  • 4 KB EEPROM
  • NOR Flash memory (32 MB) for FPGA configuration
Ethernet
  • 1x 1 Gbit/s Ethernet PHY
  • 1x 1 Gbit/s Ethernet MAC (SGMII interface)
PCIe PCIe 2.0 up to x4
USB 1x USB 2.0 OTG
Debug
  • Conclusive Developer Cable connector providing access to:
  • System UART
  • JTAG port
  • System I2C bus
Software support
  • Linux 6.1 & 6.5
  • U-Boot
  • Yocto
  • Buildroot
  • Ubuntu
  • FreeBSD (on request)
Additional features
  • 802.11/b/g/n WiFi with u.fl antenna connector (optional)
  • RTC with external battery back-up
  • 30 high speed differential GPIO / 60 high speed single ended GPIO
  • 32 differential GPIO / 64 single ended GPIO
  • 4 XCVR bidirectional lanes (12.3Gbps)
  • 32MB Flash NOR memory
Operating Temperature –40 °C to 85 °C
Power supply 3.3 V
Dimensions 65 x 45 mm

RCHD-PF Software

For universality, the RCHD-PF PolarFire SoM supports a variety of software choices.
Additionally, we offer software customization services to minimize development cost and speed up time to market.

Software support
  • Linux system logo Linux 6.1 & 6.5
  • U-boot system logo U-Boot
  • Yocto system logo Yocto
  • Buildroot system logo Buildroot
  • Ubuntu system logo Ubuntu
  • FreeBSD system logo FreeBSD (on request)
PolarFire soc fpga

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Microchip's PolarFire® FPGA SoC

Elevate your embedded systems with the RCHD-PF System on Module, powered by Microchip's PolarFire® FPGA SoC. This compact module combines a 667 MHz, 5-core RISC-V processor with a versatile FPGA fabric, delivering unparalleled performance and energy efficiency.

Ideal for industries ranging from industrial automation to aerospace, the RCHD-PF SoM offers high-speed connectivity, robust security features, and extensive software support. Its small form factor and wide operating temperature range make it a perfect fit for diverse applications requiring real-time processing and advanced signal handling.

Experience the future of embedded computing with the RCHD-PF SoM.​

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Benefits of Using Microchip PolarFire® FPGA SoC:

Low power consumption

PolarFire SoCs consume up to 50% less power than alternative FPGAs, enhancing thermal efficiency and extending device lifespan.

Integrated RISC-V processor

The deterministic, coherent RISC-V CPU cluster supports both Linux and real-time applications, providing flexibility in software development.

High-speed connectivity

Features 12.7 Gbps transceivers and PCIe 2.0 support, facilitating rapid data transfer and communication..

Security features

Offers defense-grade security with features like secure boot and DPA-resistant cryptography, ensuring data integrity and protection against tampering.

RCHD-PF system on module

Key Features of the RCHD-PF SoM:

  • Processor:
    667 MHz, 5-core RISC-V CPU (4 application cores, 1 monitor/boot core).
  • FPGA Fabric:
    Microchip PolarFire® SoC with options from 23K to 254K logic elements.​
  • Memory:
    Up to 4 GB LPDDR4 RAM and up to 64 GB eMMC storage.
  • Connectivity:
    1 Gbps Ethernet PHY, PCIe 2.0 up to x4, USB 2.0 OTG, and optional Wi-Fi.​
  • I/O interfaces:
    Extensive GPIO options with high-speed differential and single-ended configurations.​​
  • Operating temperature:
    Suitable for industrial applications with a range of –40 °C to 85 °C.
  • Dimensions:
    Compact form factor measuring 65 x 45 mm.
Graphics illustrating various applications of artificial intelligence

RCHD-PF - Ideal for FPGA-specific

Highly scalable System-on-Module, capable of performant and extremely efficient digital signal processing.

Orchid RCHD-PF System on Module is ideal for FPGA-specific loads like video processing, imaging, artificial intelligence, deep packet inspection, advanced sensor fusion, and Operational Technology systems supervision - all in real-time.

Evaluation board

Orchid RCHD-PF System on Module is accompanied by an evaluation board that provides access to most of Orchid’s features in a standard PCIe card form factor.

Side view of RCHD-PF evaluation board

Industries Where the RCHD-PF SoM Can Be Utilized:

Industrial automation

Enhances factory automation networks and supports decentralized computing with robust security measures.

Automotive systems

Facilitates advanced driver-assist systems and vehicle automation with deterministic processing capabilities.

Aerospace and defense

Provides battlefield portability, increased mission life, and enhanced cybersecurity for defense equipment.

Smart embedded vision

Supports 4K video processing and AI/ML applications in portable imaging devices.

IoT devices

Enables low-power, secure edge and gateway devices for distributed networking systems.

RCHD-PF Configurations:

Part nr Soc variant eMMC variant
RCHD-PF-250T-D2048 250T D2048
RCHD-PF-250T-D8192 250T D8192

RCHD-PF
High Performance
System on module

  • 5 core RISC-V 667 MHz
  • FPGA up to 254K logic elements
  • up to 4GB LPDDR4 RAM
  • up to 64GB eMMC
  • High speed IO
  • Numerous buses and interfaces
  • Real-time signal processing
  • Evaluation board available

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