AMD XC3164-4PP132C

Overview

XC3164-4PP132C from Xilinx is a high-performance, 4,500-gate Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) in the XC3100A family, featuring a 16 × 14 Configurable Logic Block (CLB) array, 120 user I/Os, and guaranteed 370 MHz flip-flop toggle rate. It implements synchronous digital logic using static memory-based configuration, supports TTL/CMOS input thresholds, and integrates on-chip crystal oscillator amplifier for clock generation - used in legacy telecom interface logic and industrial control subsystems.

For engineers reviewing the XC3164-4PP132C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include its 132-pin plastic PGA package, -4 speed grade (1.55 ns logic delay), soft-start slew-rate limiting at power-up, and bitstream compatibility with XC3000A/XC3000L families for legacy design migration.

Technical Context

The XC3164-4PP132C implements a regular, extendable FPGA architecture composed of perimeter I/O Blocks (IOBs), a core array of 224 CLBs, and hierarchical interconnect resources including horizontal longlines, general-purpose metal grids, and direct CLB-to-CLB paths. Its configuration memory uses static CMOS cells with dual-inverter latches, enabling nonvolatile, radiation-tolerant bitstream storage without refresh.

Each IOB supports programmable TTL/CMOS input thresholds, registered/direct I/O paths, slew-rate controlled outputs, and passive pull-up; each CLB contains five-input look-up tables (LUTs), two flip-flops sharing asynchronous reset (RD) and enable clock (EC), and configurable clock polarity. The device loads configuration data serially or in byte-parallel mode via dedicated pins and supports automatic power-up initialization.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC3164-4PP132C is housed in a 132-pin plastic pin-grid array (PPGA) package with 12 × 12 mm body size and 2.54 mm pin pitch. Pin numbering follows standard PPGA convention with corner pin #1 marked by dot or notch.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XC3164-4PP132C, XC3064A-4PC84C trades I/O count and advanced features for compact packaging, while XC3164A-4PC132C is a functionally identical variant with equivalent performance, pinout, and configuration - making it a direct drop-in replacement in production.

Availability

XC3164-4PP132C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for legacy telecom infrastructure upgrades, industrial control retrofit programs, and avionics maintenance requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.

Supply support for XC3164-4PP132C 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. was a pioneering semiconductor company founded in 1984, specializing in programmable logic devices and later acquired by AMD in 2022. It developed the first commercial FPGA architecture and established industry standards for reconfigurable computing.

The XC3100A family - including XC3164-4PP132C - was engineered for high-speed, high-density digital logic replacement in mission-critical systems requiring field-upgradability, radiation tolerance, and deterministic timing - targeting telecom, industrial automation, and aerospace applications.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency supported by XC3164-4PP132C?

The XC3164-4PP132C guarantees a 370 MHz flip-flop toggle rate and supports system clock speeds over 85 MHz. Its -4 speed grade specifies a worst-case logic delay of 1.55 ns, enabling reliable operation in synchronous designs with critical paths meeting this timing constraint. Actual achievable frequency depends on routing, logic depth, and I/O loading - verified via Xilinx Foundation or M1 timing analysis tools using the XC3164-4PP132C device model.

Does XC3164-4PP132C support in-system reprogramming?

Yes, XC3164-4PP132C supports in-system reconfiguration via its PROGRAM, INIT, CCLK, and DIN pins. Configuration can be reloaded dynamically without power cycle, enabling field updates of logic functionality. The device retains its configuration only while powered; external serial PROM (e.g., XC17S128) is required for automatic reload at power-up. Soft Startup ensures safe I/O re-enabling after each reconfiguration event.

What package type and pin count does XC3164-4PP132C use?

XC3164-4PP132C uses a 132-pin plastic pin-grid array (PPGA) package with 2.54 mm pin pitch and 12 × 12 mm body size. The "PP" in the part number explicitly denotes Plastic PGA. This package provides 120 user I/Os plus power, ground, configuration, and clock pins - optimized for high I/O density and thermal dissipation in legacy backplane applications.

Is XC3164-4PP132C pin-compatible with XC3064A devices?

No, XC3164-4PP132C is not pin-compatible with XC3064A devices. While both offer 4,500-gate capacity, XC3164-4PP132C uses a 132-pin PPGA package, whereas XC3064A variants commonly use 84-pin QFP or 100-pin PQFP packages. Pin mapping, power pin locations, and configuration interface layout differ significantly - requiring PCB redesign for substitution. Bitstream compatibility exists, but hardware interface is not interchangeable.

What configuration modes does XC3164-4PP132C support?

XC3164-4PP132C supports master serial, slave serial, and byte-wide parallel configuration modes. Master serial uses CCLK and DIN for autonomous loading from XC17XX-series PROMs; slave serial allows external controller synchronization; byte-wide mode uses 8-bit data bus (D0–D7) with write strobe (WR) and address lines for fast loading from microprocessor buses. All modes validate bitstream integrity via stop-bit checking and assert INIT low on error.