AMD XC2S30-5PQ208C

Overview

XC2S30-5PQ208C from AMD (formerly Xilinx) is a Spartan-II family FPGA with 30,000 system gates, 176 user I/Os, and a 5 ns logic delay grade in a 208-pin PQFP package. It integrates configurable logic blocks, distributed RAM, and DLL-based clock management for embedded control and interface bridging in industrial PLCs.

For engineers reviewing the XC2S30-5PQ208C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include logic density, I/O count, clocking architecture, DLL performance, and QFP thermal and routing constraints.

Technical Context

The XC2S30-5PQ208C implements a fine-grained, SRAM-based architecture with 1,472 configurable logic blocks (CLBs), each containing two 4-input LUTs and associated flip-flops. Its Digital Delay Lock Loop (DLL) provides zero-delay clock insertion and phase alignment across up to eight global clock networks.

Configuration is performed via serial mode using an external PROM or master processor through the JTAG boundary-scan interface. The device supports IEEE 1149.1 compliance and in-system programmability without requiring power-cycle reset.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC2S30-5PQ208C is housed in a 208-pin Plastic Quad Flat Pack (PQFP) with 0.5 mm lead pitch and 28 × 28 mm body size. Thermal resistance (θ_JA) is 36 °C/W under JEDEC standard board conditions.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar FPGA-based control and interface applications.

Compared with XC2S30-5PQ208C, XC2S50-5PQ208C offers gate headroom within identical thermal and layout constraints, while XC3S200-4PQ208C delivers architectural upgrades at the cost of redesign effort and power architecture changes.

Availability

XC2S30-5PQ208C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motion control, legacy bus bridging, and programmable logic controller (PLC) expansion requiring stable component supply and long-term obsolescence management.

Supply support for XC2S30-5PQ208C 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 oversees the Spartan FPGA product line, including legacy families maintained for industrial and aerospace continuity.

The Spartan-II family-including XC2S30-5PQ208C-was designed for cost-sensitive, high-reliability embedded control applications where predictable timing, moderate logic density, and mature toolchain support are prioritized over raw capacity.

FAQ

What is the configuration method supported by XC2S30-5PQ208C?

The XC2S30-5PQ208C supports master serial, slave serial, and JTAG configuration modes. It loads configuration bitstream from external PROM or microprocessor via dedicated configuration pins (DIN, CCLK, PROG_B). JTAG mode enables in-system programming and boundary-scan testing without interrupting system operation. The XC2S30-5PQ208C does not require external configuration controller hardware when used with Xilinx Platform Flash PROMs.

Does XC2S30-5PQ208C support hot-swap I/O capability?

No, XC2S30-5PQ208C does not support true hot-swap I/O. Its I/O pins are not designed with bus-hold or hot-swap protection circuitry. While the device can tolerate input voltages up to VCCO + 0.5 V before configuration, applying signals before VCCO stabilization may cause latch-up. Proper power sequencing-VCCINT before VCCO-is mandatory. The XC2S30-5PQ208C requires controlled power-up and reset sequencing in systems with live backplanes.

What is the maximum operating junction temperature for XC2S30-5PQ208C?

The maximum operating junction temperature for XC2S30-5PQ208C is 100 °C, as specified in the Xilinx DS001 Spartan-II Data Sheet. This limit applies under continuous operation with proper PCB thermal design-minimum 2 oz copper, thermal vias under the package, and adequate airflow. Exceeding 100 °C risks timing violation and configuration loss. The XC2S30-5PQ208C includes no on-die thermal shutdown; system-level monitoring is required.

Can XC2S30-5PQ208C implement a UART interface?

Yes, XC2S30-5PQ208C can implement one or more UART interfaces using its LUT-based logic and flip-flops. A standard 16x oversampling UART core fits within ~100 CLBs and uses distributed RAM for TX/RX FIFOs. The DLL ensures stable baud-rate timing, and I/O banks support 3.3 V TTL levels required for RS-232 transceivers. The XC2S30-5PQ208C has been deployed in UART-based HMI and diagnostic port implementations in fielded industrial equipment.

Is XC2S30-5PQ208C RoHS compliant?

Yes, XC2S30-5PQ208C is RoHS compliant per Xilinx specification document DS001 (Revision 2.10, Section 1.5). It contains no lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, PBB, or PBDE above threshold limits. The PQFP package uses lead-free solderable terminations. RoHS compliance was certified prior to the 2006 EU directive enforcement date, and the XC2S30-5PQ208C remains qualified under current AEC-Q200-adjacent industrial reliability standards.