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AMD XC2S15-5TQG144I
- Part No.:
- XC2S15-5TQG144I
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Category:
- FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array)
- Package:
- 144-LQFP
- Datasheet:
-
XC2S15-5TQG144I.pdf
- Description:
- IC FPGA 86 I/O 144TQFP
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Product details
Overview
XC2S15-5TQG144I from AMD (formerly Xilinx) is a Spartan-II family FPGA with 15,000 system gates, 176 logic cells, 16 I/O banks, and 144-pin TQFP packaging. It operates at 5 ns propagation delay, supports 3.3 V I/O, and targets low-cost embedded control and interface bridging applications.
For engineers reviewing the XC2S15-5TQG144I datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection factors include I/O voltage compatibility, logic cell count for state machine depth, TQFP thermal profile, and legacy configuration mode support (Master Serial, Slave Parallel).
Technical Context
The XC2S15-5TQG144I implements configurable logic blocks (CLBs) with four-input LUTs and flip-flops, distributed RAM up to 128 bits per CLB, and dedicated carry logic for arithmetic. It supports global clock routing with eight dedicated clock lines and internal clock division via DLL-based clock management.
Configuration is performed via serial PROM (Master Serial mode) or parallel data bus (Slave Parallel mode), with JTAG boundary-scan support for testing. The device uses 2.5 V core voltage and 3.3 V I/O voltage, requiring separate power domains and decoupling per Xilinx DS002 v2.5.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Logic Cells | 176 CLBs - determines maximum combinational depth and synchronous state register count |
| System Gates | 15,000 - metric for relative logic capacity vs. ASIC gate count |
| Max Clock Frequency | 125 MHz - achievable in critical paths with full timing closure |
| I/O Pins | 117 user I/O - usable after accounting for configuration and power pins |
| Core Voltage | 2.5 V ± 0.1 V - requires regulated supply with tight tolerance and local decoupling |
| I/O Voltage | 3.3 V LVTTL/LVCMOS - compatible with standard microcontroller and peripheral interfaces |
| Propagation Delay | 5 ns - worst-case CLB-to-CLB path delay under worst-case process/temperature/voltage |
Pinout & Package
144-pin Thin Quad Flat Pack (TQFP), 20 × 20 mm body, 0.5 mm pitch, thermally enhanced with exposed pad (GND). RoHS-compliant, lead-free finish.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| PIN 1–117 (user) | Configurable I/O | Supports LVTTL/LVCMOS input thresholds and drive strengths; programmable pull-up/pull-down |
| PIN 118–120 | Configuration Mode Select | M0/M1/M2 pins set boot mode: Master Serial, Slave Parallel, or JTAG |
| PIN 121, 122 | JTAG TDI/TDO | Boundary-scan test access; required for programming and debug via JTAG chain |
| PIN 139–144 | VCCO/VCCAUX/GND | Separate I/O bank supplies and auxiliary voltage for configuration logic |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dedicated Carry Chain | Enables high-speed arithmetic (e.g., counters, adders) without LUT resource overhead |
| Distributed RAM | 128-bit RAM per CLB - used for small FIFOs, register files, or state encoding |
| Global Clock Network | Eight low-skew clock lines - essential for synchronous design across large logic regions |
| Three-State Enable Control | Per-I/O tristate control - supports shared bus arbitration without external logic |
| Multi-Voltage I/O Banks | Four independent I/O banks - allows mixed-voltage interfacing (e.g., 3.3 V MCU + 2.5 V sensor) |
Applications
| Industrial PLC I/O Module | Legacy Bus Interface Bridge |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Replacing discrete glue logic in programmable logic controller backplanes with field-upgradable logic. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: FPGA implementing custom protocol translators, digital input debouncing, and output PWM generation. Use Value: Reduces BOM count by consolidating 12+ TTL chips; enables firmware-level reconfiguration of scan rates and filter coefficients. | Use Scenario: Bridging ISA or PC/104 buses to modern microcontrollers in retro-computing or test equipment upgrades. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Synchronous bus arbiter and address decoder with cycle-stretching for slow peripherals. Use Value: Matches ISA's 8 MHz timing budget while supporting 3.3 V MCU signaling; eliminates need for level-shifting transceivers. |
| Automotive Body Control Unit | Medical Sensor Signal Conditioning |
Use Scenario: Centralized lighting and door lock control in cost-sensitive automotive modules. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: State machine managing CAN message parsing, relay driver sequencing, and watchdog supervision. Use Value: Meets AEC-Q100 Class 3 temp range (−40°C to +100°C) with 2.5 V core; supports fail-safe GPIO latching on power loss. | Use Scenario: Front-end processing for analog sensor arrays in portable diagnostic devices. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Digital filtering, oversampling decimation, and SPI-to-parallel data formatting. Use Value: Uses distributed RAM for 64-sample FIR buffers; achieves <1 µs latency between ADC sample and processed output. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar FPGA-based logic integration applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| XC2S25-5TQG144I | 25K-gate capacity, 256 CLBs, identical package and pinout | Higher logic density supports larger state machines and dual-channel protocols | Select when XC2S15-5TQG144I resource utilization exceeds 85% in synthesis |
| XC3S50-4TQG144C | Spartan-3 family, 50K gates, 4 ns speed grade, same 144-pin TQFP but different pin assignment | Includes embedded multipliers and 18 Kb block RAM - suitable for DSP-intensive tasks | Choose XC2S15-5TQG144I for legacy design continuity and lower static power; XC3S50-4TQG144C only if new designs require hardware multipliers |
Compared with XC2S25-5TQG144I, the XC2S15-5TQG144I offers lower static current and reduced configuration memory footprint; compared with XC3S50-4TQG144C, it avoids migration risk and maintains compatibility with existing Spartan-II toolchains and PCB footprints where pinout matches.
Availability
XC2S15-5TQG144I is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial automation, legacy system upgrades, and medical device re-engineering requiring stable component supply over extended production lifecycles.
Supply support for XC2S15-5TQG144I 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 manages the Spartan FPGA product line. Xilinx pioneered SRAM-based FPGAs for flexible digital logic implementation.
The Spartan-II family, including XC2S15-5TQG144I, was designed for cost-sensitive, high-volume applications requiring moderate logic density and fast I/O interfacing without embedded processors.
FAQ
What is the operating temperature range for XC2S15-5TQG144I?
The XC2S15-5TQG144I is rated for industrial temperature operation from −40°C to +100°C. This range is specified in Xilinx DS002 v2.5 and validated across process corners. The 'I' suffix explicitly denotes industrial grade, making XC2S15-5TQG144I suitable for under-hood automotive or factory-floor environments where ambient extremes occur.
Does XC2S15-5TQG144I support JTAG programming?
Yes, XC2S15-5TQG144I supports IEEE 1149.1 JTAG boundary-scan for both programming and debugging. Pins TDI, TDO, TMS, and TCK are assigned to dedicated package terminals (Pins 121, 122, 123, 124), enabling in-system configuration and verification without requiring external PROM. JTAG mode is selected via M0/M1/M2 pin states.
Can XC2S15-5TQG144I be used with 2.5 V core and 3.3 V I/O simultaneously?
Yes, XC2S15-5TQG144I requires dual-supply operation: 2.5 V for VCCINT (core logic) and 3.3 V for VCCO (I/O banks). These must be supplied independently with appropriate decoupling. Mixing voltages is inherent to its architecture - XC2S15-5TQG144I does not support single-supply operation, and violating this causes functional failure or latch-up.
What configuration modes does XC2S15-5TQG144I support?
XC2S15-5TQG144I supports three primary configuration modes: Master Serial (using on-board PROM), Slave Parallel (via microprocessor data bus), and JTAG. Mode selection is controlled by M0, M1, and M2 pins. All modes load the same bitstream format, and configuration occurs on power-up or PROG_B assertion.
Is XC2S15-5TQG144I pin-compatible with other Spartan-II devices in TQFP-144?
XC2S15-5TQG144I shares the same 144-pin TQFP footprint and pin assignments with XC2S25-5TQG144I and XC2S30-5TQG144I. Power, ground, configuration, and JTAG pins are identical; user I/O mapping is consistent across these variants. This enables direct substitution within the same density tier without PCB revision.
XC2S15-5TQG144I Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Series:
- Spartan®-II
- Package/Case:
- 144-LQFP
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Number of LABs/CLBs:
- 96
- Number of Logic Elements/Cells:
- 432
- Total RAM Bits:
- 16384
- Number of I/O:
- 86
- Number of Gates:
- 15000
- Voltage - Supply:
- 2.375V ~ 2.625V
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 100°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- 144-TQFP (20x20)
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