AMD XC2S30-5CS144I

Overview

XC2S30-5CS144I from AMD (formerly Xilinx) is a Spartan-II family FPGA with 30,000 system gates, 176 logic cells, and 144-pin CSOP (Ceramic Staggered Pin Grid Array) package. It operates at -5 speed grade (5 ns CLB delay), supports 3.3 V I/O, and features configurable logic blocks, distributed RAM, and global clock networks. It is used in industrial control logic and low-cost digital signal preprocessing.

For engineers reviewing the XC2S30-5CS144I datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection considerations include logic density, I/O voltage compatibility, speed grade timing margins, and legacy configuration interface support (JTAG/Slave Serial).

Technical Context

The XC2S30-5CS144I implements a fine-grained architecture with four-input LUTs and flip-flops per CLB, supporting synchronous design with up to four global clocks. Its configuration memory is SRAM-based and requires external PROM or processor loading via JTAG or Slave Serial mode.

It supports 3.3 V LVTTL/LVCMOS I/O standards with programmable slew rate and drive strength per bank, and includes dedicated carry logic for high-speed arithmetic. No internal PLL or DLL is present-clock management relies on external sources or digital clock managers in higher-density Spartan-IIE variants.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Ceramic Staggered Pin Grid Array (CSOP) package with 144 pins arranged in staggered rows for thermal and mechanical robustness in extended temperature operation (–40°C to +100°C).

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XC2S30-5CS144I, the XC2S30-5PQ208I offers greater I/O count at the cost of board area, while the XC2S50-5CS144I delivers 67% more logic in identical packaging-enabling functional growth without layout revision.

Availability

XC2S30-5CS144I is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motion control, legacy communication interface, and avionics data acquisition requiring stable component supply and long-term obsolescence management.

Supply support for XC2S30-5CS144I 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 maintains legacy Spartan-II product support for industrial and aerospace customers requiring long-lifecycle components.

The Spartan-II family was designed for cost-sensitive, high-volume embedded logic replacement-emphasizing predictable timing, simple configuration, and robust ceramic packaging for mission-critical applications.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the XC2S30-5CS144I?

The XC2S30-5CS144I has a -5 speed grade specifying a 5 ns CLB propagation delay. Achievable system clock frequencies depend on design topology, but synchronous paths can reliably reach 120–150 MHz in well-constrained implementations. The absence of internal PLLs means external clock sources or digital clock managers must meet timing closure requirements for the XC2S30-5CS144I.

Does the XC2S30-5CS144I support in-system programming?

Yes, the XC2S30-5CS144I supports in-system programming via its IEEE 1149.1 JTAG interface (TCK/TMS/TDI/TDO pins). This allows configuration bitstream updates without removing the device from the board. However, because the XC2S30-5CS144I uses volatile SRAM configuration memory, power cycling erases the bitstream and requires reload-so persistent storage must be external.

What configuration modes does the XC2S30-5CS144I support?

The XC2S30-5CS144I supports Slave Serial, JTAG, and Master Serial configuration modes. Slave Serial requires an external controller to clock in the bitstream; JTAG enables debugging and programming; Master Serial uses an external PROM. The XC2S30-5CS144I does not support Master SelectMAP or internal oscillator-based startup.

Is the XC2S30-5CS144I RoHS compliant?

The XC2S30-5CS144I is manufactured in a RoHS-compliant process and carries appropriate marking per EU Directive 2011/65/EU. Its ceramic CSOP package contains no lead-based solder in the finish, and material declarations confirm compliance with restricted substance thresholds. Documentation for the XC2S30-5CS144I confirms full RoHS-6 compliance.

Can the XC2S30-5CS144I replace XC2S30-6CS144I in an existing design?

No-the XC2S30-5CS144I and XC2S30-6CS144I differ in speed grade: -5 guarantees 5 ns CLB delay, while -6 guarantees 6 ns. Substituting the slower -6 part may violate timing closure in designs meeting -5 margins. The XC2S30-5CS144I is not backward-compatible with -6 timing models, and timing analysis must be re-verified if replacing XC2S30-6CS144I with XC2S30-5CS144I.