AMD XC4013E-3PQ240C

Overview

XC4013E-3PQ240C from Xilinx is a Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) with 13,000 usable gates, 240-pin Plastic Quad Flat Package (PQFP), -3 speed grade (12.5 ns CLB delay), and embedded Configurable Logic Block (CLB) architecture for digital logic implementation in prototyping and low-volume production systems.

For engineers reviewing the XC4013E-3PQ240C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection factors include gate count, I/O count (192 user I/Os), speed grade timing, configuration mode support (Master Serial, Slave Parallel), and compatibility with Xilinx Foundation Series development tools.

Technical Context

The XC4013E-3PQ240C implements a hierarchical FPGA architecture composed of Configurable Logic Blocks (CLBs), Input/Output Blocks (IOBs), and interconnect resources. It supports SRAM-based configuration via external PROM or microprocessor interface, and operates at 5 V supply with TTL-compatible I/O standards.

Configuration is performed through dedicated pins (e.g., INIT, PROGRAM, DONE) supporting Master Serial, Slave Serial, and Slave Parallel modes. The device includes internal pull-up resistors on certain control pins and requires external configuration memory for power-on initialization.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC4013E-3PQ240C is housed in a 240-pin Plastic Quad Flat Package (PQFP) with 0.5 mm lead pitch, 32 mm × 32 mm body size, and exposed thermal pad (non-electrical). Pinout follows Xilinx XC4000E family standard layout with dedicated configuration, clock, and boundary-scan (JTAG) pins.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XC4013E-3PQ240C, the XC4010E-3PQ208C offers lower gate count and I/O in a smaller package for cost-sensitive designs, while the XC4013E-4PQ240C delivers improved timing performance without changing logic density or footprint-enabling frequency scaling or timing closure in demanding synchronous systems.

Availability

XC4013E-3PQ240C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial control logic, communications protocol bridging, medical imaging subsystems, and test equipment pattern generation requiring stable component supply and long-term obsolescence management.

Supply support for XC4013E-3PQ240C 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 provides programmable logic solutions for aerospace, industrial, and communications markets.

The XC4000E family was designed for cost-effective, high-density digital logic replacement in prototyping and low-volume production, emphasizing ease of use with industry-standard development tools and broad I/O flexibility.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency supported by the XC4013E-3PQ240C?

The XC4013E-3PQ240C has a -3 speed grade specifying a 12.5 ns CLB propagation delay. Its maximum system clock frequency depends on design topology, but typical synchronous logic paths achieve 60–80 MHz. Critical paths with minimal logic depth may reach >100 MHz; actual performance must be verified using Xilinx Timing Analyzer with the implemented netlist.

Does the XC4013E-3PQ240C support in-system programming (ISP)?

Yes, the XC4013E-3PQ240C supports in-system programming via its IEEE 1149.1 JTAG interface (TCK/TMS/TDI/TDO pins). This allows configuration bitstream loading and boundary-scan testing without removing the device from the PCB. External configuration PROMs remain required for power-on initialization unless JTAG is used exclusively for programming.

What configuration memory devices are compatible with the XC4013E-3PQ240C?

The XC4013E-3PQ240C is compatible with Xilinx serial PROMs including the XC18V02 (2 Mbit), XC18V04 (4 Mbit), and XC18V08 (8 Mbit), which provide Master Serial configuration. It also supports parallel PROMs (e.g., AMD AM29F040) in Slave Parallel mode when interfaced via an 8-bit data bus and control signals.

Is the XC4013E-3PQ240C RoHS compliant?

No, the XC4013E-3PQ240C is a legacy device manufactured prior to RoHS Directive enforcement and contains lead in its 240-pin PQFP package and die attach materials. It is not compliant with current EU RoHS requirements; designers requiring compliance must consider newer FPGA families or consult Xilinx's obsolescence documentation for approved replacements.

Can the XC4013E-3PQ240C operate at 3.3 V?

No, the XC4013E-3PQ240C requires a nominal 5.0 V ±5% supply voltage and is not 3.3 V tolerant. Its I/O structure is designed for TTL/CMOS 5 V signaling levels. Applying 3.3 V to VCC will result in improper configuration, logic malfunction, or failure to initialize. Level-shifting circuitry is required for interfacing with 3.3 V systems.