AMD XC4006E-4PQ160C

Overview

XC4006E-4PQ160C from Xilinx is a Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) with 600 usable logic gates, 80 I/O pins, and a 4.5 ns maximum input-to-output delay. It implements synchronous digital logic in embedded control and interface bridging applications using SRAM-based configuration and 5 V TTL-compatible I/O.

For engineers reviewing the XC4006E-4PQ160C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection factors include logic capacity, I/O count, speed grade, package thermal profile, and configuration memory retention requirements.

Technical Context

This FPGA belongs to the Xilinx XC4000E family and uses SRAM-based configuration cells controlled via JTAG or master serial mode. It supports synchronous design with dedicated global clock buffers and three independent global enable signals.

The device integrates configurable logic blocks (CLBs), input/output blocks (IOBs), and interconnect resources with deterministic timing. Configuration data is loaded externally at power-up and must be reloaded after each reset or power cycle.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC4006E-4PQ160C is housed in a 160-pin Plastic Quad Flat Pack (PQFP) with 28 × 28 mm body size and 0.65 mm lead pitch. Thermal pad is not present; JEDEC MS-026 compliant.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XC4006E-4PQ160C, the XC4005E-4PQ160C offers lower logic density at identical speed and footprint, while the XC4006E-5PQ160C trades 1 ns of timing performance for potentially improved power efficiency and thermal stability in static designs.

Availability

XC4006E-4PQ160C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial control, test instrumentation, and medical device manufacturing requiring stable component supply over extended production lifecycles.

Supply support for XC4006E-4PQ160C 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, now part of AMD, pioneered commercial FPGA technology and delivers programmable logic solutions for adaptive computing across aerospace, industrial, and communications markets.

The XC4000E family was engineered for cost-sensitive, high-reliability embedded logic replacement with emphasis on 5 V system integration and in-field reconfigurability.

FAQ

What is the configuration method supported by XC4006E-4PQ160C?

The XC4006E-4PQ160C supports Master Serial and JTAG configuration modes. In Master Serial mode, it loads configuration data from an external serial PROM upon power-up. JTAG mode enables boundary-scan testing and in-system programming using IEEE 1149.1-compliant tools. Both methods initialize the internal SRAM cells that define the logic functionality of the XC4006E-4PQ160C.

Does XC4006E-4PQ160C require external configuration memory?

Yes, XC4006E-4PQ160C requires external configuration memory because it uses volatile SRAM-based configuration. A serial PROM or microcontroller must provide the bitstream at power-up. Without this external source, the XC4006E-4PQ160C remains unconfigured and non-functional. The configuration data is not retained after power loss.

What is the maximum operating frequency achievable with XC4006E-4PQ160C?

The XC4006E-4PQ160C has a -4 speed grade specifying a 4.5 ns maximum input-to-output delay. This translates to a theoretical maximum system clock frequency of approximately 125 MHz under ideal routing and loading conditions. Actual achievable frequency depends on design complexity, placement, and routing; timing analysis must be performed per implementation. The XC4006E-4PQ160C does not guarantee 125 MHz across all paths.

Can XC4006E-4PQ160C operate with 3.3 V I/O levels?

No, XC4006E-4PQ160C is designed exclusively for 5 V TTL-compatible operation. Its I/O structures are not 3.3 V tolerant, and applying 3.3 V signals without level translation risks incorrect logic interpretation or damage under certain conditions. All I/O voltage references, drive strengths, and timing parameters in the XC4006E-4PQ160C datasheet assume a 5.0 V ±5% supply.

Is XC4006E-4PQ160C still in active production?

XC4006E-4PQ160C is a mature, discontinued device in the XC4000E family. It is not actively manufactured but remains available through authorized distributors and Aetrix Electronics' legacy component program with traceable, tested inventory. Long-term support includes obsolescence monitoring and cross-reference guidance for migration paths where needed.