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AMD XC3S500E-4CPG132C
- Part No.:
- XC3S500E-4CPG132C
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Category:
- FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array)
- Package:
- 132-TFBGA, CSPBGA
- Datasheet:
-
XC3S500E-4CPG132C.pdf
- Description:
- IC FPGA 92 I/O 132CSBGA
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Product details
Overview
XC3S500E-4CPG132C from AMD (formerly Xilinx) is a Spartan-3E FPGA with 500,000 system gates, 11,844 logic cells, and 228 I/O pins in a 132-pin CP (Chip Scale Package) BGA. It operates at -4 speed grade (1.14 ns CLB delay), supports 3.3V/2.5V/1.2V I/O, and targets cost-sensitive embedded control and interface bridging applications.
For engineers reviewing the XC3S500E-4CPG132C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include I/O voltage flexibility, embedded block RAM capacity (360 Kb), distributed RAM resources, DLL-based clock management, and JTAG boundary-scan compliance for production testability.
Technical Context
The XC3S500E-4CPG132C integrates eight Digital Clock Managers (DCMs) supporting phase shifting, frequency synthesis, and duty-cycle correction. Its configurable logic blocks (CLBs) contain dual 4-input LUTs with fast carry logic, enabling efficient arithmetic and state-machine implementation.
It includes 20 embedded 18×18 multipliers, 360 Kb of total block RAM (organized as 120 × 32-bit blocks), and supports SelectIO standards including LVCMOS, LVTTL, PCI, and SSTL. Configuration is performed via Master Serial, Slave Serial, or JTAG modes using external PROM or processor-controlled loading.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Logic Cells | 11,844 - provides gate-equivalent density for medium-complexity digital controllers and protocol translators |
| System Gates | 500,000 - indicates overall combinational logic capacity per Xilinx's legacy metric |
| I/O Pins | 228 - supports high-pin-count peripheral interfacing with bank-wise voltage isolation |
| Block RAM | 360 Kb - enables local data buffering, FIFOs, and small lookup tables without external memory |
| DCMs | 8 - delivers jitter-tolerant clock synthesis and phase alignment across multiple domains |
| Speed Grade | -4 - guarantees 1.14 ns CLB propagation delay under worst-case industrial conditions |
| Configuration Mode | JTAG/Slave Serial/Master Serial - allows flexible programming during development and production |
Pinout & Package
XC3S500E-4CPG132C uses a 132-ball fine-pitch Chip Scale Package (CP) BGA with 0.5 mm pitch, 8×8 mm body size, and thermal pad exposed on underside for enhanced heat dissipation in compact PCB layouts.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| G1 | VCCO_0 | I/O bank 0 power supply - sets output voltage level for associated pins (1.2V/1.8V/2.5V/3.3V) |
| H2 | CLK0 | Dedicated global clock input - low-skew routing to all DCMs and CLBs |
| K1 | TCK | JTAG test clock - synchronizes boundary-scan operations during programming and debug |
| L2 | TMS | JTAG test mode select - controls state transitions in TAP controller |
| M1 | TDO | JTAG test data output - serially returns configuration and status data |
| N2 | TDI | JTAG test data input - accepts configuration bitstream and command instructions |
| P1 | INIT_B | Open-drain initialization indicator - asserts low during configuration startup and error detection |
| R2 | CCLK | Configuration clock - drives internal shift registers during Master Serial mode |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dedicated 18×18 multipliers | 20 hard IP blocks enable real-time DSP functions like FIR filtering without LUT resource overhead |
| SelectIO technology | Supports mixed-voltage I/O banks with programmable drive strength and slew rate for noise-sensitive interfaces |
| Embedded DCMs | Eight fully independent clock managers allow simultaneous domain-specific timing control (e.g., video pixel clock + UART baud rate) |
| Boundary-scan (IEEE 1149.1) | Enables in-circuit verification, interconnect testing, and reprogramming without physical probe access |
| Multi-boot capability | Allows dual configuration images stored in external PROM for fail-safe field updates and A/B firmware switching |
Applications
| Industrial PLC I/O Module | Automotive Diagnostic Interface |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Real-time digital signal conditioning and protocol translation between field sensors and CAN bus. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: FPGA acts as deterministic logic engine managing GPIO expansion, PWM generation, and SPI-to-CAN message framing. Use Value: 228 I/O pins and 8 DCMs support concurrent timing domains for sensor sampling, actuator control, and bus arbitration. | Use Scenario: OBD-II compliant diagnostic gateway connecting ECU microcontrollers to USB or Bluetooth host. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Configurable bridge IC handling ISO 9141-2, KWP2000, and UDS protocol parsing with timing-critical response windows. Use Value: Block RAM and multiplier resources implement protocol state machines and checksum calculation without external co-processors. |
| Medical Imaging Front-End | Test & Measurement Equipment |
Use Scenario: High-speed ADC/DAC interface and real-time image pre-processing in portable ultrasound systems. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Timing-critical data acquisition controller synchronizing analog front-end sampling clocks and DDR memory writes. Use Value: -4 speed grade ensures sub-2 ns path timing closure for 50 MHz parallel ADC interfaces. | Use Scenario: Modular signal generator or logic analyzer with user-defined waveform synthesis and trigger logic. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Reconfigurable digital core implementing arbitrary pattern generation, deep buffer management, and high-resolution timestamping. Use Value: 360 Kb block RAM enables 128k-sample deep capture buffers with real-time post-processing. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar FPGA-based logic implementation applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| XC3S400A-4VQG100C | Lower density (400K gates, 8,064 logic cells), 100-pin VQFP package, no dedicated multipliers | Suitable for simpler control logic but lacks DSP capability and I/O count for multi-interface designs | Choose when board space permits larger footprint and design complexity fits reduced resources |
| XC6SLX45-2CSG324C | Higher density (43,661 logic cells), 324-pin CSBGA, integrated PCIe block, lower static power | Supports advanced protocols and higher bandwidth but requires updated toolchain and layout revision | Choose for new designs needing scalability, PCIe endpoint capability, or lower power operation |
Compared with XC3S500E-4CPG132C, XC3S400A-4VQG100C trades I/O count and DSP resources for ease of prototyping in QFP, while XC6SLX45-2CSG324C offers architectural upgrades at the cost of migration effort and higher BOM cost.
Availability
XC3S500E-4CPG132C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial automation, automotive diagnostics, and medical device applications requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for XC3S500E-4CPG132C 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 maintains the Spartan family as part of its adaptive computing portfolio for cost-optimized, high-volume embedded logic solutions.
The Spartan-3E family was designed specifically for high-gate-count, low-cost programmable logic in consumer, industrial, and automotive interface applications where performance-per-watt and pin efficiency were critical.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency supported by XC3S500E-4CPG132C?
The XC3S500E-4CPG132C has a -4 speed grade specifying a 1.14 ns CLB propagation delay. Its maximum system clock frequency depends on design topology, but DCM outputs can synthesize up to 320 MHz with jitter < ±100 ps. The actual achievable frequency for a given design must be verified through place-and-route timing analysis in Xilinx ISE.
Does XC3S500E-4CPG132C support JTAG boundary-scan for production testing?
Yes, XC3S500E-4CPG132C fully complies with IEEE 1149.1 (JTAG) and supports boundary-scan testing, configuration, and debugging. Pins TCK, TMS, TDI, and TDO are dedicated for this purpose, enabling in-system programming and interconnect verification without physical probe access during manufacturing test.
Can XC3S500E-4CPG132C operate with mixed I/O voltages on different banks?
Yes, XC3S500E-4CPG132C supports bank-wise I/O voltage assignment. Each of its 12 I/O banks can be independently configured for 1.2V, 1.8V, 2.5V, or 3.3V VCCO, allowing direct interfacing with diverse peripherals such as 3.3V RS-232 transceivers and 1.8V memory devices on the same device.
What configuration methods are supported by XC3S500E-4CPG132C?
XC3S500E-4CPG132C supports three primary configuration modes: Master Serial (using on-board PROM), Slave Serial (controlled by external processor), and JTAG (for programming and debug). It also supports Multi-Boot via external SPI PROM, enabling dual-image storage for fail-safe firmware updates.
Is XC3S500E-4CPG132C still in active production and supported by AMD?
XC3S500E-4CPG132C is in long-term availability status per AMD's Spartan-3E product discontinuance notice. While no new silicon is being manufactured, Aetrix Electronics maintains inventory and provides lifecycle coordination, including last-time-buy planning and obsolescence mitigation strategies for ongoing production programs.
XC3S500E-4CPG132C Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Series:
- Spartan®-3E
- Package/Case:
- 132-TFBGA, CSPBGA
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Number of LABs/CLBs:
- 1164
- Number of Logic Elements/Cells:
- 10476
- Total RAM Bits:
- 368640
- Number of I/O:
- 92
- Number of Gates:
- 500000
- Voltage - Supply:
- 1.14V ~ 1.26V
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 85°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- 132-CSPBGA (8x8)
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