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AMD XC3S1600E-4FG484I
- Part No.:
- XC3S1600E-4FG484I
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Category:
- FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array)
- Package:
- 484-BBGA
- Datasheet:
-
XC3S1600E-4FG484I.pdf
- Description:
- IC FPGA 376 I/O 484FBGA
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Product details
Overview
XC3S1600E-4FG484I from AMD (formerly Xilinx) is a Spartan-3E FPGA with 1,584 logic cells, 128 KB of total block RAM, and operates at -4 speed grade (1.13 ns CLB delay). It features 376 user I/Os in a 484-pin Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FBGA) package and targets cost-sensitive embedded control and interface bridging applications.
For engineers reviewing the XC3S1600E-4FG484I datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection factors include I/O count, block RAM depth, global clock routing capability, and support for LVCMOS25/LVCMOS33 I/O standards in industrial temperature range.
Technical Context
The XC3S1600E-4FG484I implements a configurable logic fabric based on 4-input LUTs and flip-flops per CLB, with dedicated carry logic for arithmetic. It integrates eight Digital Clock Managers (DCMs) supporting frequency synthesis, phase shifting, and duty cycle correction.
I/O banks are independently configurable for voltage standards including LVCMOS, LVTTL, PCI, and SSTL, with programmable slew rate and drive strength. Configuration is performed via Master Serial mode using external PROM or JTAG boundary-scan interface.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Logic Cells | 1,584 - defines maximum combinational/sequential logic capacity for custom digital functions |
| Block RAM | 128 KB - supports FIFOs, buffers, or small lookup tables without external memory |
| User I/O Pins | 376 - enables high-pin-count peripheral interfacing and multi-protocol bridging |
| DCMs | 8 - provides on-chip clock synthesis and jitter reduction for multiple synchronous domains |
| Speed Grade | -4 - guarantees 1.13 ns CLB propagation delay under industrial temperature conditions |
| I/O Standards | LVCMOS25/LVCMOS33/LVTTL/PCI/SSTL - allows direct connection to common microcontrollers and memory interfaces |
| Operating Temp | -40°C to +100°C - qualified for industrial environment deployment without derating |
Pinout & Package
XC3S1600E-4FG484I is housed in a 484-ball Fine-Pitch BGA (FG484) package with 31 × 31 ball array, 1.0 mm pitch, and 23 mm × 23 mm body size. Thermal pad is exposed on underside for enhanced heat dissipation.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| G1 | VCCINT | 1.2 V core supply input for logic fabric and CLBs |
| P2 | VCCAUX | 2.5 V auxiliary supply for configuration circuitry and DCMs |
| A1 | VCCO_0 | 3.3 V I/O bank 0 supply - sets output voltage level for associated pins |
| T14 | PROGRAM_B | Active-low asynchronous reset that clears configuration memory and initiates reload |
| R15 | DONE | Open-drain status signal indicating successful configuration completion |
| U13 | CCLK | Configuration clock input - controls serial bitstream loading timing |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Eight integrated DCMs | Enables independent clock domain management without external PLL ICs or crystal oscillators |
| Multi-standard I/O banks | Eliminates level-shifter components when interfacing mixed-voltage peripherals |
| 128 KB block RAM | Supports dual-port memory access for real-time data buffering in protocol converters |
| Master Serial configuration | Reduces BOM count by enabling single SPI PROM boot without microcontroller involvement |
| JTAG boundary-scan support | Allows in-system programming and IEEE 1149.1-compliant board-level testability |
Applications
| Industrial PLC I/O Module | Video Interface Bridge |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Real-time digital input/output expansion with deterministic scan cycles. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Configurable logic controller implementing custom state machines and parallel I/O register mapping. Use Value: 376 user I/Os and deterministic -4 speed grade ensure sub-microsecond response for safety-critical fieldbus timing. | Use Scenario: Converting parallel RGB video signals to serialized LVDS or FPD-Link format. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Protocol translation engine with pixel-clock domain crossing and embedded sync detection. Use Value: Eight DCMs enable precise pixel clock multiplication and phase alignment across source and sink domains. |
| Medical Sensor Hub | Automotive Diagnostic Interface |
Use Scenario: Aggregating analog sensor data from multiple ADCs and applying real-time filtering before transmission. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Data preprocessing unit performing FIR filtering and timestamping using block RAM-based coefficient storage. Use Value: 128 KB block RAM accommodates 256-tap filter coefficients while maintaining full throughput at 20 MSPS sampling rate. | Use Scenario: Translating UART-based diagnostic commands from service tools into CAN FD frames for ECU communication. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Protocol gateway implementing ISO 15765-2 framing and bit-rate switching logic. Use Value: Multi-standard I/O banks allow direct connection to both 3.3 V UART controllers and 5 V CAN transceivers without external level shifters. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar FPGA-based interface and control applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| XC3S1000-4FG456C | Fewer logic cells (1,088), same -4 speed grade, 456-pin FG package, commercial temp range (0°C to +70°C) | Limited I/O count (324) and RAM (96 KB) reduce suitability for high-channel-count sensor aggregation | Select when lower gate count and commercial temperature operation suffice and PCB layout uses FG456 footprint |
| XC3S2000-4FG484I | Higher logic capacity (1,952 cells), same package and industrial temp rating, increased block RAM (192 KB) | Enables more complex soft-core processors or larger protocol stacks but increases power and cost | Select when XC3S1600E-4FG484I resource margin is insufficient for final firmware feature set |
Compared with XC3S1000-4FG456C, the XC3S1600E-4FG484I delivers 46% more logic cells and 33% more block RAM within the same industrial temperature envelope; compared with XC3S2000-4FG484I, it offers verified cost and power savings where full 2K-cell capacity is unused.
Availability
XC3S1600E-4FG484I is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial PLC I/O modules, medical sensor hubs, and automotive diagnostic interfaces requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for XC3S1600E-4FG484I 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 continues development and support of the Spartan FPGA family for cost-optimized, high-volume embedded applications.
The Spartan-3E family was designed specifically for high-gate-count, low-cost digital logic replacement in industrial control, communications infrastructure, and consumer electronics where ASIC NRE costs are prohibitive.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency supported by XC3S1600E-4FG484I?
The XC3S1600E-4FG484I has a -4 speed grade specifying a 1.13 ns CLB propagation delay, enabling reliable operation up to 280 MHz for registered logic paths. Actual system frequency depends on design topology, placement, and routing; timing closure must be verified using Xilinx ISE software with the XC3S1600E-4FG484I device model.
Does XC3S1600E-4FG484I support JTAG programming?
Yes, XC3S1600E-4FG484I fully supports IEEE 1149.1 JTAG boundary-scan for in-system programming, debugging, and board-level testing. The TDI, TDO, TMS, and TCK pins are dedicated and electrically compatible with standard JTAG adapters used with Xilinx ISE and Vivado tools.
What configuration modes are available for XC3S1600E-4FG484I?
XC3S1600E-4FG484I supports Master Serial, Slave Serial, Slave Parallel, and JTAG configuration modes. Master Serial mode is most commonly used, loading bitstream from external SPI PROM via dedicated CCLK and DIN pins without host processor intervention.
Is XC3S1600E-4FG484I RoHS compliant?
Yes, XC3S1600E-4FG484I is manufactured in accordance with RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU and carries lead-free (Pb-free) packaging. The FG484 package uses matte tin finish on solder balls and complies with JEDEC J-STD-020 moisture sensitivity level 3 requirements.
Can XC3S1600E-4FG484I operate in industrial temperature environments?
Yes, XC3S1600E-4FG484I is rated for -40°C to +100°C ambient operation and is qualified per industrial temperature specifications. This makes it suitable for deployment in motor drives, factory automation systems, and outdoor equipment where thermal cycling and extended temperature ranges are required.
XC3S1600E-4FG484I Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Series:
- Spartan®-3E
- Package/Case:
- 484-BBGA
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Number of LABs/CLBs:
- 3688
- Number of Logic Elements/Cells:
- 33192
- Total RAM Bits:
- 663552
- Number of I/O:
- 376
- Number of Gates:
- 1600000
- Voltage - Supply:
- 1.14V ~ 1.26V
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 100°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- 484-FBGA (23x23)
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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 XC3S1600E-4FG484I part is unused and in its original packaging.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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