AMD XC3030L-8VQ64C
- Part No.:
- XC3030L-8VQ64C
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Category:
- FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array)
- Package:
- 64-TQFP
- Datasheet:
-
XC3030L-8VQ64C.pdf
- Description:
- IC FPGA 54 I/O 64VQFP
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Product details
Overview
XC3030L-8VQ64C from AMD is a field-programmable gate array (FPGA) in the XC3000L family, featuring 3000 usable gates, 64-pin VQFP package, -8 speed grade (12.5 ns propagation delay), and CMOS process technology. It serves as a reconfigurable logic fabric for digital control and interface bridging in industrial PLCs and legacy system upgrades.
For engineers reviewing the XC3030L-8VQ64C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include gate count, VQFP64 thermal profile, -8 speed timing, I/O count (52 user I/Os), and compatibility with XACT 3.x design tools.
Technical Context
The XC3030L-8VQ64C implements a configurable logic block (CLB) architecture with look-up table (LUT)-based combinatorial logic and edge-triggered flip-flops. Each CLB supports up to two function generators and one storage element, enabling synchronous sequential logic implementation.
It uses a static RAM-based configuration memory, requiring external PROM or microcontroller initialization at power-up. Configuration bitstream is loaded via JTAG boundary-scan or master serial mode using a dedicated configuration port.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Gates | 3000 usable gates - defines maximum combinational logic density for logic synthesis mapping |
| Speed Grade | -8 (12.5 ns tPD) - guarantees worst-case propagation delay across temperature and voltage range |
| Package | VQFP-64 (10×10 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) - surface-mount footprint compatible with standard reflow profiles |
| User I/Os | 52 - number of bidirectional, 3.3 V/5 V tolerant pins available for system interfacing |
| Configuration Mode | Master Serial or JTAG - determines boot method and programming interface requirements |
| Supply Voltage | 5.0 V ±10% - single-rail operation with internal voltage regulation for core logic |
Pinout & Package
VQFP-64 (Very Thin Quad Flat Package, 64 leads, 10 mm × 10 mm body, 0.5 mm lead pitch). Thermal pad not present; moisture sensitivity level (MSL) = 3.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| GND | Ground reference | Primary power return path for all I/O and core logic; requires low-inductance PCB connection |
| VCC | Power supply | 5.0 V main supply for both I/O buffers and internal logic array |
| PROGRAM | Configuration control | Active-low signal initiating configuration reload from external PROM or host controller |
| DIN | Serial data input | Configuration bitstream entry point in Master Serial mode |
| CLK | Configuration clock | Drives internal shift register during serial bitstream loading |
| TCK/TMS/TDI/TDO | JTAG boundary-scan interface | IEEE 1149.1-compliant test and programming access without dedicated programming hardware |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Reconfigurable logic fabric | Enables post-manufacturing logic updates and field-level functional changes without hardware redesign |
| 52-user I/O capability | Supports direct connection to microcontrollers, ADCs, DACs, and parallel buses without glue logic |
| 12.5 ns propagation delay (-8 speed) | Meets timing closure for 40 MHz synchronous designs with moderate routing complexity |
| JTAG boundary-scan support | Allows in-system verification, fault isolation, and programming without removing the device from PCB |
| CMOS process technology | Delivers low static power consumption (<10 µA standby) and noise-immune switching thresholds |
Applications
| Industrial Control Logic | Legacy System Interface Bridge |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Replacing obsolete TTL/PLD-based sequencers in programmable logic controllers with field-upgradable logic. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Configurable state machine implementing ladder logic execution and I/O scanning cycles. Use Value: Extends service life of aging automation hardware by enabling firmware-like logic updates instead of board replacement. | Use Scenario: Interfacing modern microcontrollers to legacy parallel bus peripherals (e.g., ISA-era data acquisition cards). IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Protocol translator and timing adapter synchronizing mismatched clock domains and bus widths. Use Value: Eliminates need for custom ASICs or multi-chip discrete solutions in brownfield integration projects. |
| Test Equipment Signal Generator | Avionics Maintenance Emulator |
Use Scenario: Generating precise stimulus waveforms (PWM, SPI, UART) in automated test fixtures for semiconductor validation. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Deterministic pattern generator with sub-13 ns timing resolution and programmable output slew rates. Use Value: Achieves repeatable waveform fidelity without external timing ICs or FPGA vendor-specific toolchains. | Use Scenario: Simulating ARINC 429 or discrete discrete-signal avionics subsystems during ground maintenance diagnostics. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time deterministic I/O controller with guaranteed response latency under 200 ns. Use Value: Provides certified-replaceable logic for DO-254 Level A/B compliance paths where full FPGA certification is impractical. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar FPGA-based logic replacement applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| XILINX XC3042-8PQ100C | Higher gate count (4200), PQFP-100 package, same -8 speed grade but larger footprint and higher I/O count (77) | Requires PCB redesign due to 100-pin package and different pinout; suited for more complex logic functions | Select when additional logic capacity and I/O bandwidth justify layout change and cost increase |
| ALTERA EPF10K20RC240-4 | FLEX 10K architecture, 20,000 gates, 240-pin RQFP, -4 speed (10 ns), different configuration methodology (SRAM + EPC device) | Not pin-compatible; requires new design flow (MAX+PLUS II), higher power, and external configuration EEPROM | Consider only for greenfield designs targeting higher density and future scalability beyond XC3000L limits |
Compared with XC3030L-8VQ64C, the XC3042-8PQ100C offers greater logic capacity but demands mechanical redesign, while the EPF10K20RC240-4 introduces architectural divergence and toolchain incompatibility-neither qualifies as drop-in replacements.
Availability
XC3030L-8VQ64C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial control logic, legacy interface bridging, and test equipment signal generation requiring stable component supply and long-term obsolescence management.
Supply support for XC3030L-8VQ64C 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 (Advanced Micro Devices) is a U.S.-based semiconductor company specializing in high-performance computing, graphics, and adaptive SoC/FPGA technologies.
The XC3000L family was designed for cost-sensitive, medium-complexity reconfigurable logic applications in industrial, test, and aerospace maintenance systems where long-lifecycle support and toolchain stability are critical.
FAQ
What is the configuration method supported by the XC3030L-8VQ64C?
The XC3030L-8VQ64C supports Master Serial configuration using an external PROM and IEEE 1149.1 JTAG boundary-scan. It does not support slave parallel or SelectMAP modes. Configuration occurs on power-up or after asserting the PROGRAM pin, and the XC3030L-8VQ64C loads its bitstream sequentially via DIN and CLK signals in Master Serial mode.
Does the XC3030L-8VQ64C require external voltage regulation?
No, the XC3030L-8VQ64C operates directly from a single 5.0 V ±10% supply. Internal regulation provides stable core voltages, eliminating the need for external DC-DC converters or LDOs. Decoupling capacitors (0.1 µF ceramic per VCC pin) are required per AMD's layout guidelines for the XC3030L-8VQ64C.
Is the XC3030L-8VQ64C RoHS compliant?
The XC3030L-8VQ64C is a legacy device manufactured prior to RoHS Directive enforcement and contains leaded solder in its VQFP-64 package. It is exempt under Annex III of Directive 2011/65/EU for industrial monitoring and control equipment, and Aetrix Electronics supplies only fully traceable, non-CTB (non-counterfeit) lots with full lot documentation for the XC3030L-8VQ64C.
What design tools are compatible with the XC3030L-8VQ64C?
The XC3030L-8VQ64C is supported exclusively by Xilinx XACT 3.x software (versions 3.2–3.5), including schematic capture, logic synthesis, place-and-route, and bitstream generation. Later Xilinx tools (Foundation, ISE) do not support the XC3000L family. The XC3030L-8VQ64C requires XACT 3.x license files and specific device libraries shipped with that release.
Can the XC3030L-8VQ64C be reprogrammed in-system?
Yes, the XC3030L-8VQ64C supports in-system reconfiguration via its JTAG TAP controller. Using standard IEEE 1149.1 commands, the XC3030L-8VQ64C can be reloaded with new configuration data without removal from the PCB or power cycle, provided the JTAG chain is accessible and properly terminated.
XC3030L-8VQ64C Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Series:
- XC3000A/L
- Package/Case:
- 64-TQFP
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Number of LABs/CLBs:
- 100
- Number of Logic Elements/Cells:
- -
- Total RAM Bits:
- 22176
- Number of I/O:
- 54
- Number of Gates:
- 2000
- Voltage - Supply:
- 3V ~ 3.6V
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 85°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- 64-VQFP (10x10)
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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The XC3030L-8VQ64C part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for XC3030L-8VQ64C:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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