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AMD XC3S50-5CPG132C
- Part No.:
- XC3S50-5CPG132C
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Category:
- FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array)
- Package:
- 132-TFBGA, CSPBGA
- Datasheet:
-
XC3S50-5CPG132C.pdf
- Description:
- IC FPGA 89 I/O 132CSBGA
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Product details
Overview
XC3S50-5CPG132C from AMD (formerly Xilinx) is a Spartan-3 FPGA with 50,000 system gates, 132-pin CP (Chip Scale Package), -5 speed grade, and commercial temperature range (0°C to 85°C). It integrates up to 1,728 logic cells, 120 Kbits of block RAM, and supports LVCMOS25/LVCMOS33 I/O standards for embedded control and interface bridging.
For engineers reviewing the XC3S50-5CPG132C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection factors include logic density, I/O voltage flexibility, embedded RAM capacity, and commercial-grade thermal performance in space-constrained PCB layouts.
Technical Context
The XC3S50-5CPG132C implements a configurable logic fabric based on 4-input LUTs and distributed RAM, with dedicated carry logic for arithmetic functions. It includes twelve 18×18 multipliers and supports Digital Clock Managers (DCMs) for clock synthesis, phase shifting, and duty cycle correction.
Configuration is performed via Master Serial mode using external PROM or JTAG boundary-scan. The device supports IEEE 1149.1 compliance and features SelectIO technology enabling programmable drive strength, slew rate, and pull-up/pull-down resistors per bank.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Logic Cells | 1,728 - provides combinational and sequential logic resources for medium-complexity digital control and protocol translation. |
| Block RAM | 120 Kbits - enables local data buffering, FIFO implementation, and small lookup table storage without external memory. |
| I/O Pins | 108 user-configurable - supports mixed-voltage operation across four I/O banks with independent VCCO settings. |
| DCM Units | 4 - delivers jitter-reduced clock outputs, frequency synthesis, and input clock deskew for synchronous system timing. |
| Max System Gates | 50,000 - indicates total logic capacity suitable for glue logic replacement and peripheral interface consolidation. |
| Speed Grade | -5 - guarantees timing closure at 280 MHz for internal logic paths under commercial conditions. |
Pinout & Package
XC3S50-5CPG132C uses a 132-ball fine-pitch chip-scale package (CPG) with 0.5 mm pitch and 8×8 array configuration. The package supports area-efficient mounting and thermal dissipation via exposed thermal pad.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| G1 | VCCINT | 1.2 V core supply - powers internal logic and interconnect; requires low-noise local regulation. |
| A1 | VCCO_0 | 2.5 V or 3.3 V I/O bank 0 supply - sets output voltage level and input threshold for pins in Bank 0. |
| M1 | PROGRAM_B | Active-low configuration initiation - pulls low to reset configuration logic and reload bitstream from external source. |
| P2 | DONE | Open-drain status indicator - goes high-Z when configuration completes successfully; pulled up externally to confirm readiness. |
| J1 | TCK | JTAG test clock - synchronizes boundary-scan operations during programming and debug. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| SelectIO Technology | Per-bank I/O voltage support (1.2 V–3.3 V), programmable drive strength (2–24 mA), and slew rate control enable mixed-signal interface compatibility. |
| Digital Clock Manager (DCM) | Four DCMs provide deterministic clock phase alignment, frequency multiplication/division, and zero-delay buffer functionality without external PLL components. |
| Embedded Multipliers | Twelve 18×18 signed/unsigned multipliers accelerate arithmetic-intensive tasks like filtering and motor control loop computation. |
| Configurable Logic Blocks (CLBs) | Each CLB contains two slices with four LUTs and eight flip-flops - optimized for efficient state machine and datapath implementation. |
Applications
| Industrial PLC I/O Module | Medical Sensor Interface Hub |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Real-time digital signal conditioning and protocol conversion between analog sensor front-ends and RS-485/CAN field buses. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: FPGA acts as a reconfigurable interface bridge and timing coordinator, managing sample synchronization and bus arbitration. Use Value: Enables single-chip integration of ADC interface, SPI-to-UART translation, and deterministic interrupt response within <1 µs latency. | Use Scenario: Consolidating multiple patient monitoring sensor inputs (ECG, SpO₂, NIBP) into a unified digital stream for ARM-based host processor. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: FPGA serves as a time-multiplexed data aggregator and hardware-accelerated filter engine with precise sample clock domain crossing. Use Value: Reduces external component count by replacing discrete logic and ASICs while maintaining IEC 60601-1 timing safety margins. |
| Automotive Body Control Unit | Test Equipment Pattern Generator |
Use Scenario: Managing door lock actuators, window lift motors, and LED lighting sequences with fail-safe diagnostics. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: FPGA implements watchdog-timed state machines and GPIO-controlled PWM drivers with hardware-level fault detection. Use Value: Supports ASIL-B functional safety decomposition through dual-lockstep monitoring logic and redundant path checking. | Use Scenario: Generating high-speed digital stimulus patterns (up to 100 MHz) for IC validation and boundary-scan testing. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: FPGA functions as a deterministic pattern sequencer with synchronized clock and trigger outputs. Use Value: Delivers sub-cycle timing accuracy and repeatable edge placement without software jitter, reducing test setup time by >40%. |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| XC3S100-5CPG132C | Higher logic density (2,176 CLBs), same package and speed grade - requires no PCB change but increases cost and power. | Supports larger state machines and additional peripheral interfaces; suitable when future expansion headroom is required. | Select when design may scale beyond 50K-gate capacity without layout revision. |
| LFE5U-12F-8MG285C | 5G-series ECP5 FPGA with 12K LUTs, embedded SERDES, and lower static power - different pinout and voltage requirements. | Better suited for high-speed serial interface (e.g., PCIe Gen1, Gigabit Ethernet) where XC3S50 lacks native transceivers. | Choose for new designs requiring modern low-power architecture and serial connectivity, accepting board redesign. |
Compared with XC3S50-5CPG132C, XC3S100-5CPG132C offers gate scalability within identical footprint and timing, while LFE5U-12F-8MG285C provides SERDES and power efficiency at the cost of migration effort and toolchain transition.
Availability
XC3S50-5CPG132C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial automation, medical instrumentation, and automotive body electronics requiring stable component supply and long-term obsolescence management.
Supply support for XC3S50-5CPG132C 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 legacy Spartan-3 product lines for industrial and aerospace continuity. Xilinx pioneered FPGA architecture and programmable logic solutions for over three decades.
The Spartan-3 family was designed for cost-sensitive, high-volume applications requiring reliable logic density, flexible I/O, and mature toolchain support - especially in control, interface, and bridging roles.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the XC3S50-5CPG132C?
The XC3S50-5CPG132C has a -5 speed grade, guaranteeing internal logic timing closure up to 280 MHz under commercial temperature and voltage conditions. Actual achievable frequency depends on design complexity, routing, and clock domain constraints - verified using Xilinx ISE timing analysis tools with the XC3S50-5CPG132C device model.
Does the XC3S50-5CPG132C support JTAG programming?
Yes, the XC3S50-5CPG132C fully supports IEEE 1149.1 JTAG boundary-scan for programming, debugging, and verification. Pins TCK, TMS, TDI, and TDO are dedicated for this purpose and operate at 3.3 V I/O levels compatible with standard JTAG adapters used with the XC3S50-5CPG132C.
What configuration modes are supported by the XC3S50-5CPG132C?
The XC3S50-5CPG132C supports Master Serial, Slave Serial, and JTAG configuration modes. Master Serial mode uses an external PROM to automatically load the bitstream at power-up, while JTAG allows in-system programming and debugging - all validated for the XC3S50-5CPG132C in Xilinx UG332 documentation.
Is the XC3S50-5CPG132C RoHS compliant?
Yes, the XC3S50-5CPG132C is RoHS-6 compliant and lead-free, meeting EU Directive 2011/65/EU requirements. This applies to the commercial-grade C temperature version shipped in the CPG132 package, as confirmed in AMD/Xilinx Product Change Notices for the XC3S50-5CPG132C.
Can the XC3S50-5CPG132C be used in automotive applications?
The XC3S50-5CPG132C is rated for commercial temperature range (0°C to 85°C) and is not AEC-Q100 qualified. It may be used in non-safety-critical automotive body electronics where ambient conditions remain within spec, but the XC3S50-5CPG132C is not recommended for powertrain or ADAS systems requiring extended temperature or qualification testing.
XC3S50-5CPG132C Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Series:
- Spartan®-3
- Package/Case:
- 132-TFBGA, CSPBGA
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Number of LABs/CLBs:
- 192
- Number of Logic Elements/Cells:
- 1728
- Total RAM Bits:
- 73728
- Number of I/O:
- 89
- Number of Gates:
- 50000
- 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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