AMD XC4013-5PQ208C

Overview

XC4013-5PQ208C from Xilinx is a third-generation Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) with 13,000 usable gates, 576 Configurable Logic Blocks (CLBs), and 1,536 flip-flops. It features on-chip RAM capability (18,432 bits), eight global low-skew clock networks, and supports system clock rates up to 50 MHz in high-speed digital control and interface applications.

For engineers reviewing the XC4013-5PQ208C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include CLB count, I/O count (192), output sink current (12 mA per IOB), wide-edge decoding (72 inputs), and support for IEEE 1149.1 boundary-scan testing.

Technical Context

The XC4013-5PQ208C implements a symmetric CLB architecture with two independent 4-input function generators (F' and G') plus a third 3-input H' generator, enabling single-block implementation of 5–9 variable logic functions. Each CLB provides four outputs (X, Y, XQ, YQ), dual edge-triggered D flip-flops with programmable asynchronous set/reset, and dedicated fast-carry logic for arithmetic acceleration.

Its IOB structure supports input register delay compensation, programmable slew rate, 12-mA sink per output (pairable to 24 mA), and IEEE 1149.1-compliant boundary-scan. Routing includes eight global nets, double-length lines, and single-length interconnects distributed across all four CLB edges - eliminating directional bias and improving automated place-and-route convergence.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

PQ208 is a 208-pin Plastic Quad Flat Pack (PQFP) with 0.5 mm pitch, 28 × 28 mm body size, and standard JEDEC MO-137AC footprint. Pin assignment follows Xilinx's standardized XC4000-series IOB layout with dedicated VCCO, VCCA, VCCINT, GND, and configuration pins (INIT, PROGRAM, CCLK, DIN).

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XC4013-5PQ208C, the -6PQ208C offers identical functionality at lower speed grade for cost optimization, while the -5HQ240C retains full performance in a ceramic PGA package for thermal and reliability-critical deployments - neither is pin-compatible due to differing package types and pinouts.

Availability

XC4013-5PQ208C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial control systems, communications infrastructure, test equipment, and embedded digital signal processing requiring stable component supply over extended product lifecycles.

Supply support for XC4013-5PQ208C 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. is a pioneering semiconductor company founded in 1984, specializing in programmable logic devices and adaptive computing solutions.

The XC4000 family was designed as Xilinx's third-generation FPGA platform to deliver higher density, on-chip RAM, and architectural improvements over XC3000 - targeting high-performance digital systems requiring reconfigurable logic with deterministic timing.

FAQ

What is the maximum system clock frequency supported by XC4013-5PQ208C?

The XC4013-5PQ208C supports synchronous system clock rates up to 50 MHz, verified under worst-case commercial temperature and voltage conditions. This rating reflects guaranteed timing closure for typical routing topologies and accounts for internal CLB propagation delays, carry-chain latency, and global clock skew. The -5 speed grade ensures this performance across all 576 CLBs and 192 I/Os without derating.

Does XC4013-5PQ208C include on-chip RAM, and how is it configured?

Yes, XC4013-5PQ208C provides 18,432 bits of distributed RAM, implemented by repurposing the F' and G' function generator look-up tables in each CLB. Configuration is done via bitstream settings to select either 16×2 or 32×1 RAM mode per CLB, with address inputs mapped to F1–F4/G1–G4 and data/control routed through H1, DIN, and S/R pins. Read access time is 5.5 ns - matching combinatorial logic delay.

How many global clock networks does XC4013-5PQ208C support, and what is their purpose?

XC4013-5PQ208C supports eight dedicated global low-skew clock or signal distribution networks. These are physically routed with matched trace lengths and buffered drive to minimize skew (<1 ns across die). They serve both clock distribution and high-fanout control signal routing - enabling synchronous operation across large logic partitions without manual clock tree synthesis.

Is XC4013-5PQ208C compatible with IEEE 1149.1 boundary-scan testing?

Yes, XC4013-5PQ208C includes fully compliant IEEE 1149.1 (JTAG) boundary-scan logic embedded in its IOBs. This allows board-level interconnect testing, in-system programming, and debug visibility without physical probe access. The TAP controller supports instruction register loading, data register scanning, and EXTEST/INTEST operations per JEDEC standard.

What configuration modes are supported by XC4013-5PQ208C?

XC4013-5PQ208C supports six configuration modes: Master Serial, Slave Serial, Master Parallel (8-bit), Slave Parallel (8-bit), Peripheral Asynchronous, and Peripheral Synchronous. Mode selection is controlled by MODE pins at power-up. All modes use the same bitstream format, and configuration clock (CCLK) operates up to >8 MHz with fully static timing - no minimum high/low pulse width constraints.