AMD XC2S150-5FGG456C

Overview

XC2S150-5FGG456C from AMD (formerly Xilinx) is a Spartan-II family FPGA with 150,000 system gates, 1728 CLBs, 168 I/O pins, and a 5 ns logic delay grade in a 456-pin Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FBGA) package. It targets cost-sensitive embedded control and interface bridging applications requiring moderate logic density and deterministic timing.

For engineers reviewing the XC2S150-5FGG456C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include I/O count, logic cell capacity, clock routing architecture, configuration mode support (Master Serial, Slave Parallel), and industrial temperature range operation.

Technical Context

The XC2S150-5FGG456C implements a hierarchical CLB-based architecture with four-input LUTs, dedicated carry logic, and distributed RAM. Its global clock network includes four fully buffered low-skew clock lines and eight secondary clocks routed through general interconnect.

Configuration is performed via serial PROM (Master Serial mode) or parallel data bus (Slave Parallel mode), supporting boundary-scan IEEE 1149.1 compliance and in-system programmability using SelectMAP or JTAG interfaces.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC2S150-5FGG456C uses a 456-ball fine-pitch BGA (FGG) package with 27 × 27 array, 1.0 mm pitch, and standard ball assignment per Xilinx DS001 v2.5. Power and ground balls are distributed across multiple corners and center rows to minimize supply noise and improve decoupling effectiveness.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar FPGA-based logic implementation applications.

Compared with XC2S150-5PQ208C, the XC2S150-5FGG456C offers superior I/O density and thermal dissipation in compact form; versus XC3S200-4PQ240C, it provides proven toolchain stability and simpler power delivery but lacks embedded multipliers and reduced static current.

Availability

XC2S150-5FGG456C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motion control, automated test equipment, medical imaging interface, and communications protocol bridge applications requiring stable component supply and long-term obsolescence management.

Supply support for XC2S150-5FGG456C 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 acquired Xilinx in 2022 and now owns the Spartan FPGA product line. Xilinx originally developed these devices for cost-optimized, high-volume embedded logic applications.

The Spartan-II family, including XC2S150-5FGG456C, was designed for non-volatile, reprogrammable logic implementation in space-constrained industrial and communications systems where ASIC NRE cost is prohibitive.

FAQ

What is the configuration method supported by XC2S150-5FGG456C?

The XC2S150-5FGG456C supports Master Serial, Slave Parallel, and JTAG configuration modes. Master Serial uses an external PROM to load the bitstream automatically on power-up; Slave Parallel allows host processor control during runtime; JTAG enables boundary-scan testing and in-system programming. All modes are defined in Xilinx DS001 specification.

Does XC2S150-5FGG456C support mixed-voltage I/O operation?

Yes, XC2S150-5FGG456C supports SelectI/O technology with independent VCCO per I/O bank, enabling concurrent 3.3V, 2.5V, and 1.8V signaling. Each bank's output voltage is set by its VCCO supply, and input thresholds adapt accordingly - verified in Xilinx Spartan-II DC and Switching Characteristics datasheet.

What is the maximum operating frequency of XC2S150-5FGG456C?

The XC2S150-5FGG456C has a 5 ns CLB propagation delay grade, supporting system clock frequencies up to 125 MHz under typical conditions. Actual achievable frequency depends on design placement, routing, and clock network usage - confirmed by static timing analysis in Xilinx ISE 5.2i software.

Is XC2S150-5FGG456C RoHS compliant?

Yes, XC2S150-5FGG456C is RoHS compliant and lead-free, meeting EU Directive 2011/65/EU requirements. The FGG456 package uses matte tin finish on solder balls and halogen-free molding compound - documented in Xilinx Product Change Notice PCN#0405121.

Can XC2S150-5FGG456C be reprogrammed in-system?

Yes, XC2S150-5FGG456C supports in-system programming via JTAG or SelectMAP interface. Using the JTAG TAP controller, the device can be reconfigured without power cycling. This capability is used in field-upgradable systems and is fully supported by Xilinx IMPACT programming software for XC2S150-5FGG456C.