AMD XC3130-5TQ100C

Overview

XC3130-5TQ100C from Xilinx is a 2,000-gate Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) in the XC3100A family, featuring a 10×10 Configurable Logic Block (CLB) array, 80 user I/Os, and guaranteed 190 MHz flip-flop toggle rate with 1.55 ns logic delay. It operates at 5 V, supports TTL/CMOS input thresholds, and integrates on-chip crystal oscillator amplifier for clock generation in embedded control and digital signal interface applications.

For engineers reviewing the XC3130-5TQ100C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include its 5 V supply compatibility, TQFP-100 package footprint, soft-start slew-rate limiting at power-up, configuration bitstream error checking, and architectural compatibility with XC3000A/XC3100A families for legacy design migration.

Technical Context

The XC3130-5TQ100C implements a static RAM-based FPGA architecture with distributed configuration memory cells controlling IOBs, CLBs, and interconnect resources. Its 100-pin Thin Quad Flat Pack (TQFP) package houses 80 user I/Os, each configurable as registered/direct input or output with programmable slew rate, 3-state control, and TTL/CMOS threshold selection.

Each CLB contains dual flip-flops, five logic inputs (A–E), programmable clock inversion, asynchronous reset, and a 32×1 look-up table supporting two 4-variable functions or one 5-variable function. Interconnect includes general-purpose metal grids, direct CLB-to-CLB paths, and horizontal longlines with TBUF access for high-fan-out bussing.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC3130-5TQ100C is packaged in a 100-lead Thin Quad Flat Pack (TQFP) with 0.5 mm lead pitch, 14 mm × 14 mm body, and exposed thermal pad. Pin numbering follows standard counter-clockwise sequence starting from top-left corner (Pin 1).

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XC3130-6TQ100C, the XC3130-5TQ100C trades 30 MHz toggle margin for lower power consumption and relaxed timing closure effort; compared with XC3030A-5TQ100C, it adds critical production-ready features including configuration validation and controlled power-up behavior - making it the preferred choice for industrial and medical deployments.

Availability

XC3130-5TQ100C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motion control, legacy bus interface adaptation, medical imaging data formatting, and avionics sensor preprocessing requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.

Supply support for XC3130-5TQ100C 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

Xilinx, Inc. is a pioneering semiconductor company founded in 1984, specializing in programmable logic devices and now part of AMD. It introduced the first commercial FPGA and defined the architecture still used in modern adaptive computing platforms.

The XC3100A family - including XC3130-5TQ100C - was designed for high-reliability, medium-complexity digital logic replacement in industrial, medical, and aerospace systems where reprogrammability, deterministic timing, and configuration integrity were essential.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency supported by XC3130-5TQ100C?

The XC3130-5TQ100C guarantees a 190 MHz flip-flop toggle rate and supports system clock speeds over 85 MHz. Its 1.55 ns logic delay enables robust timing closure in synchronous designs targeting up to 85 MHz clock domains. Actual achievable frequency depends on design topology, routing congestion, and I/O loading - but the device's architecture and speed grade are validated for these limits under commercial temperature conditions.

Does XC3130-5TQ100C support 3.3 V I/O operation?

No, XC3130-5TQ100C is a 5 V-only device and does not support 3.3 V operation. It requires a nominal 5.0 V ± 5% supply and is incompatible with low-voltage XC3100L family parts. All I/Os are TTL/CMOS-compatible at 5 V, with input thresholds programmable per bank. Using it with 3.3 V logic requires level-shifting circuitry on all interfaced signals.

How does the Soft Startup feature in XC3130-5TQ100C improve system reliability?

The Soft Startup feature in XC3130-5TQ100C automatically limits the slew rate of all outputs during initial power-up activation, preventing simultaneous switching noise and ground bounce. This avoids voltage droop on shared power rails and reduces EMI - especially critical in mixed-signal systems like medical imaging or avionics. After startup, individual I/O slew rates revert to user-configured settings.

Is XC3130-5TQ100C pin-compatible with XC3030A-5TQ100C?

Yes, XC3130-5TQ100C is 100% pin-out compatible with XC3030A-5TQ100C and other XC3000A/XC3100A family members in the TQFP-100 package. The same PCB footprint, power, ground, and I/O pin assignments apply. However, XC3130-5TQ100C adds functionality - including bitstream error checking and soft startup - that requires updated configuration files and may affect timing behavior.

What configuration modes does XC3130-5TQ100C support?

XC3130-5TQ100C supports multiple configuration modes: Master Serial (using CCLK/DIN), Slave Serial, and Boundary Scan (JTAG). Configuration data can be loaded from external serial PROMs (e.g., XC17S30), microprocessor-controlled parallel writes, or via JTAG for debugging. The INIT pin provides real-time status feedback, asserting low on configuration failure due to bitstream errors.