AMD XC3130-PQ100CPH

Overview

XC3130-PQ100CPH from Xilinx is a 2,000-gate Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) in a 100-pin plastic quad flat package (PQFP), featuring 100 CLBs in a 10×10 array, 80 user I/Os, and up to 360 flip-flops. It implements configurable logic via static memory-based look-up tables, supports TTL/CMOS input thresholds, and includes on-chip crystal oscillator amplifier for clock generation - used in legacy digital subsystem integration and PLD replacement applications.

For engineers reviewing the XC3130-PQ100CPH datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection considerations include guaranteed 190–370 MHz flip-flop toggle rates, 1.55–4.1 ns logic delays, soft-start slew-rate limiting at power-up, bitstream compatibility with XC3000A/L families, and support for serial (XC17XX PROM) or parallel configuration modes.

Technical Context

The XC3130-PQ100CPH implements a regular, extendable FPGA architecture composed of Configurable Logic Blocks (CLBs), programmable I/O Blocks (IOBs), and hierarchical interconnect resources including general-purpose metal grids, direct CLB-to-CLB paths, and horizontal longlines. Each CLB contains dual 4-input LUTs, two edge-triggered flip-flops, programmable clock enable, and asynchronous reset.

Its IOBs provide registered/direct input paths, programmable 3-state output buffers with 8 mA sink/source drive, selectable TTL/CMOS thresholds, passive pull-up, and slew-rate control. Configuration memory uses static CMOS cells with high alpha-radiation immunity and automatic bitstream error checking during load.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC3130-PQ100CPH is housed in a 100-pin plastic quad flat package (PQFP) with 20 pins per side, 0.65 mm pitch, and JEDEC MS-026AC compliant footprint. Package dimensions: 20.0 mm × 20.0 mm × 3.0 mm (max).

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XC3030A-PQ100C, XC3130-PQ100CPH adds soft startup and configuration error detection - critical for reliable power sequencing in industrial systems; compared with XC3130A-PQ100C, it shares identical functionality but reflects an earlier production revision with identical electrical specs and timing.

Availability

XC3130-PQ100CPH is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial control logic, legacy system emulation, test equipment signal generation, and avionics data interface applications requiring stable component supply and long-term obsolescence management.

Supply support for XC3130-PQ100CPH 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, founded in 1984, pioneered commercial FPGA technology and established foundational architectures for reconfigurable logic design before its acquisition by AMD in 2022.

The XC3000 Series - including XC3130-PQ100CPH - was designed for high-density, high-performance digital subsystem integration in 1990s-era industrial, military, and telecom equipment where ASIC NRE costs and lead times were prohibitive.

FAQ

What is the operating voltage requirement for XC3130-PQ100CPH?

XC3130-PQ100CPH operates exclusively at 5 V ± 10% (4.5 V to 5.5 V). It is not compatible with 3.3 V supply rails and does not support mixed-voltage I/O. This distinguishes it from low-voltage XC3000L/XC3100L variants. All internal logic, CLBs, IOBs, and configuration circuitry are specified only for 5 V operation - using lower voltages may result in undefined behavior or failure to configure.

Is XC3130-PQ100CPH pin-compatible with other XC3000-series devices?

Yes, XC3130-PQ100CPH is 100% pin-out compatible with XC3030A-PQ100C and XC3030L-PQ100C within the same PQFP-100 package. This includes identical VCC, GND, I/O, PROGRAM, INIT, CCLK, and DIN pin assignments. However, functional differences - such as soft startup and configuration error checking - mean that while PCB layout is interchangeable, system-level behavior may differ without corresponding firmware or configuration updates.

Does XC3130-PQ100CPH support in-system reprogramming?

Yes, XC3130-PQ100CPH supports in-system reprogramming via its PROGRAM and INIT pins. Asserting PROGRAM low initiates a configuration reload from the external source (e.g., XC17XX PROM or microcontroller), and the device retains full functionality during this process. No power cycle is required, enabling field-upgradable logic in deployed systems - a key advantage over masked gate arrays and standard PLDs.

What configuration methods does XC3130-PQ100CPH support?

XC3130-PQ100CPH supports both serial and parallel configuration modes. Serial mode uses DIN and CCLK pins with XC17XX-series one-time-programmable PROMs. Parallel mode accepts 8-bit-wide configuration data on dedicated data bus pins (D0–D7) with associated control signals. The choice affects boot time, board space, and programming flexibility - serial is common for cost-sensitive designs; parallel enables faster initialization.

How does the Soft Startup feature function in XC3130-PQ100CPH?

The Soft Startup feature in XC3130-PQ100CPH automatically limits the slew rate of all outputs during the first activation after configuration completes - preventing simultaneous switching noise and ground bounce. This occurs only once per power-on or PROGRAM assertion. After startup, individual I/O slew rates revert to values set by configuration bits, allowing optimized timing for critical versus non-critical signals in the same design.