For electronics engineers and developers looking to accelerate their design cycles, access to the latest rapid prototyping tools is essential. Mouser Electronics, globally recognized as the industry’s leading New Product Introduction (NPI) distributor, has officially announced that it is now stocking the CertusPro-NX Versa evaluation board from Lattice Semiconductor.
With the widest selection of semiconductors and electronic components in the market, Mouser’s addition of this board provides designers with a powerful platform to explore, experiment with, and implement the advanced features of the CertusPro-NX Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA).
Here at AarokaTech, we know that bringing an electronic product to market requires robust testing and flexible hardware. This new offering from Lattice Semiconductor delivers exactly that.
What is the CertusPro-NX Versa Evaluation Board?
The Lattice Semiconductor CertusPro-NX Versa evaluation board is a comprehensive hardware platform designed to allow engineers to rapidly prototype and test a wide variety of applications. FPGAs are highly versatile, but unlocking their potential requires an ecosystem that supports quick iteration.
To ensure seamless operation and storage, the evaluation board is equipped with a high-capacity 128-MB Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) flash memory module, complete with a high-speed quad read feature. Additionally, the board features a dedicated on-board download controller, which drastically simplifies the process of programming the CertusPro-NX FPGA device, eliminating the need for complex external programming hardware.
Expanding Usability with Versatile Interfaces
Modern electronic design requires interconnectivity, especially in fields like edge computing, industrial automation, and advanced automotive systems. The CertusPro-NX Versa evaluation board excels in this area by expanding standard FPGA usability through a rich array of integrated interfaces.
Designers can seamlessly leverage the following connectivity options built directly into the board:
- High-Speed Data: SFP and PCIe interfaces for rapid data transfer and network communication.
- Vision and Imaging: CSI interfaces alongside a dedicated MIPI CSI-2 camera connector, making it ideal for machine vision and embedded camera applications.
- Peripheral Connectivity: A high-speed USB3 Controller for robust external communication.
- Expansion Ports: Raspberry Pi HAT compatibility and Pmod connectors, allowing developers to easily snap in existing sensors and modules.
- Advanced Networking: Direct access to two SerDes channels for specialized, high-bandwidth applications.
Everything You Need in One Comprehensive Kit
Getting started quickly is a priority for hardware developers. To facilitate immediate deployment, the evaluation board kit comes fully equipped out of the box.
Alongside the main board, the kit includes a reliable 12V power adapter equipped with international plug adapters, ensuring it is ready for use in any global laboratory. It also includes a USB cable for direct programming via a PC, and a comprehensive quick-start guide to get your first project compiled in minutes. For user-defined applications and immediate physical feedback, the board is populated with easy-to-use resources, including configurable jumpers, LED status indicators, tactile push buttons, and multi-position switches.
Accelerate Design with Mouser Electronics
Sourcing components from a reliable distributor is just as important as the hardware itself. As a global authorized distributor, Mouser Electronics offers the world’s widest selection of the newest semiconductors and electronic components—all in stock and ready to ship.
When ordering the CertusPro-NX Versa evaluation board, Mouser’s customers are guaranteed 100% certified, genuine products that are fully traceable back to Lattice Semiconductor.
Furthermore, Mouser empowers developers long after the purchase. To help speed up the complex design process, Mouser’s website hosts a massive library of technical resources. Engineers can access the Technical Resource Centre, which is packed with product data sheets, supplier-specific reference designs, detailed application notes, engineering tools, and technical design information to ensure your FPGA project is a resounding success.
