AMD XC17128ELPC20C

Overview

XC17128ELPC20C from AMD is a 128 kbit serial PROM configured for Xilinx FPGA configuration, operating at 5 V with 20 ns access time and industrial temperature range (–40°C to +85°C), used in legacy FPGA bitstream loading applications.

For engineers reviewing the XC17128ELPC20C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key considerations include voltage compatibility with older Xilinx devices, read-only nonvolatile storage timing, JEDEC-standard 20-pin DIP package footprint, and end-of-life supply chain status.

Technical Context

This device implements a CMOS-based serial EEPROM architecture optimized for synchronous bitstream loading into Xilinx XC4000-series FPGAs. It supports standard SPI-compatible serial read protocol with CE#, OE#, and WE# control lines, and requires no external programming voltage.

XC17128ELPC20C delivers deterministic 20 ns address-access timing under 5 V ±10% supply and operates across –40°C to +85°C without derating. Its internal organization is 16,384 × 8 bits, mapped to a single 128 kbit array with no page or sector erase functionality.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC17128ELPC20C is housed in a 20-pin plastic dual in-line package (PDIP) with 0.600-inch body width and 0.100-inch pin pitch. Pin functions are defined per Xilinx XC1700 family specification.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar FPGA configuration memory applications.

Compared with XC17128LPC20C and AT27C128A-20PU, XC17128ELPC20C provides guaranteed industrial-temperature operation and factory-programmed reliability, eliminating field programming risk and thermal qualification uncertainty in embedded deployments.

Availability

XC17128ELPC20C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for FPGA configuration loading, industrial control system boot, aerospace avionics BIT initialization, and test equipment FPGA reconfiguration requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges.

Supply support for XC17128ELPC20C includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

AMD (Advanced Micro Devices) is a U.S.-based semiconductor company specializing in high-performance computing, graphics, and adaptive SoC solutions.

XC17128ELPC20C belongs to AMD's legacy Xilinx configuration PROM product line, designed specifically to support reliable, single-chip FPGA bitstream loading in mission-critical industrial and aerospace systems.

FAQ

Is XC17128ELPC20C still in production?

No, XC17128ELPC20C is discontinued by AMD and no longer in active production. Aetrix Electronics maintains limited legacy inventory with full traceability and offers lifecycle coordination support for ongoing production programs relying on this part.

What FPGA families is XC17128ELPC20C compatible with?

XC17128ELPC20C is explicitly designed for Xilinx XC4000-series FPGAs including XC4005, XC4010, XC4020, and XC4025. Compatibility is confirmed by pinout alignment, timing specifications, and Xilinx Application Note XAPP059.

Can XC17128ELPC20C be reprogrammed in-system?

No, XC17128ELPC20C is a factory-programmed, one-time-programmable PROM. The WE# pin is internally disabled; no in-system or field programming capability exists for XC17128ELPC20C.

Does XC17128ELPC20C require an external clock or controller?

No, XC17128ELPC20C operates asynchronously using CE# and OE# control signals only. It requires no external clock, microcontroller, or configuration controller - XC17128ELPC20C delivers data directly on power-up when integrated into Xilinx reference circuits.

What is the maximum configuration clock frequency supported by XC17128ELPC20C?

XC17128ELPC20C supports configuration clock frequencies up to 5 MHz, derived from its 20 ns access time and Xilinx XC4000-series timing requirements. This is validated in Xilinx datasheet DS031 for XC4010E and XC4020E devices.