AMD XC2S30-6CSG144C

Overview

XC2S30-6CSG144C from AMD (formerly Xilinx) is a Spartan-II family FPGA with 30,000 system gates, 176 logic cells, 128 I/O pins, and a 6 ns CLB delay. It integrates configurable logic blocks, distributed RAM, and global clock networks for digital logic implementation in embedded control and interface bridging applications.

For engineers reviewing the XC2S30-6CSG144C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include I/O count, CLB propagation delay, supply voltage tolerance (3.3 V), configuration mode support (JTAG/Slave Serial), and package thermal profile (CSG144).

Technical Context

The XC2S30-6CSG144C implements a fine-grained architecture with 176 Configurable Logic Blocks (CLBs), each containing two 4-input LUTs and associated flip-flops. It supports synchronous design with four global clock lines and offers distributed RAM capability up to 1,296 bits per CLB row.

Configuration is performed via JTAG boundary-scan (IEEE 1149.1) or Slave Serial mode using external PROM. The device operates at 3.3 V core and I/O voltage, with input thresholds compatible with LVTTL and LVCMOS standards.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

The XC2S30-6CSG144C is housed in a 144-pin Chip-Scale Grid Array (CSG144) package with 0.5 mm pitch, 10 mm × 10 mm body, and exposed thermal pad. Package meets JEDEC MO-220 standard and supports reflow soldering.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XC2S50-6CSG144C and XC3S200-4PQ208C, the XC2S30-6CSG144C offers optimal cost-area trade-off for fixed-function logic below 20K gates, with lower static power and simpler configuration flow - ideal for volume industrial control where gate count and thermal envelope are constrained.

Availability

XC2S30-6CSG144C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial automation, legacy system refurbishment, and medical device digital subsystems requiring stable component supply and long-term manufacturability.

Supply support for XC2S30-6CSG144C 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 portfolio. Xilinx originally developed these devices for cost-sensitive, high-volume embedded logic applications.

The Spartan-II family, including XC2S30-6CSG144C, was engineered for non-volatile, reconfigurable digital logic in space-constrained industrial and communications equipment - emphasizing predictable timing, low power, and JTAG-based field upgrades.

FAQ

What configuration methods does the XC2S30-6CSG144C support?

The XC2S30-6CSG144C supports JTAG boundary-scan (IEEE 1149.1) and Slave Serial configuration modes. JTAG enables in-circuit programming and debugging, while Slave Serial allows boot from external PROM. Both methods are fully documented in the Xilinx Spartan-II data sheet and require no external configuration controller for basic operation. The XC2S30-6CSG144C does not support Master Serial or SelectMAP modes.

Is the XC2S30-6CSG144C RoHS compliant?

Yes, the XC2S30-6CSG144C is RoHS compliant and lead-free, meeting EU Directive 2011/65/EU. The CSG144 package uses matte tin finish on solder balls and complies with JEDEC J-STD-020 moisture sensitivity level 3. This applies to all production lots shipped after Q3 2005. The XC2S30-6CSG144C remains subject to AMD's current product change notifications for environmental compliance status.

What is the maximum operating frequency of the XC2S30-6CSG144C?

The XC2S30-6CSG144C has a guaranteed 6 ns CLB propagation delay, enabling internal logic paths to operate up to approximately 125 MHz under typical conditions. Actual system frequency depends on routing, fan-out, and I/O timing constraints. The device includes four global clock nets but no digital clock managers (DCMs), so jitter-limited applications require external clock conditioning. The XC2S30-6CSG144C datasheet specifies timing parameters for all supported speed grades.

Can the XC2S30-6CSG144C interface directly with 5 V TTL logic?

No, the XC2S30-6CSG144C I/O pins are not 5 V tolerant. They operate at 3.3 V and accept LVTTL/LVCMOS input thresholds (V_IH = 2.0 V min, V_IL = 0.8 V max). Direct connection to 5 V TTL outputs risks damage or unreliable logic levels. Level-shifting circuitry or bus-interface ICs are required for interoperability. This limitation applies uniformly across all I/O banks of the XC2S30-6CSG144C.

Does the XC2S30-6CSG144C include embedded block RAM?

No, the XC2S30-6CSG144C does not contain dedicated block RAM resources. It relies solely on distributed RAM implemented within CLBs, offering up to 1,296 bits per CLB row. This supports small memory structures like registers, shift registers, and shallow FIFOs, but not large buffers or frame stores. Designs requiring >4 Kbits of contiguous RAM should consider Spartan-3 or later families. The XC2S30-6CSG144C architecture explicitly omits block RAM to reduce cost and die area.