AMD XC4013XL-2PQ208C

Overview

XC4013XL-2PQ208C from Xilinx is a Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) with 13,000 usable gates, 208-pin Plastic Quad Flat Package (PQFP), -2 speed grade (12.5 ns CLB propagation delay), and commercial temperature range (0°C to 70°C). It implements synchronous digital logic in embedded control, protocol bridging, and interface adaptation applications.

For engineers reviewing the XC4013XL-2PQ208C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include gate count, I/O count (168 user I/Os), speed grade timing, PQ208 package compatibility, and Spartan-XL family architecture constraints.

Technical Context

The XC4013XL-2PQ208C uses Xilinx's second-generation FPGA architecture with configurable logic blocks (CLBs), input/output blocks (IOBs), and interconnect resources. It supports SRAM-based configuration, JTAG boundary-scan testing (IEEE 1149.1), and in-system programmability via serial PROM or microprocessor interface.

It operates at 5 V supply voltage, includes dedicated carry logic for arithmetic functions, and supports mixed-voltage I/O with 3.3 V or 5 V signaling levels per bank. Configuration is volatile and requires external PROM reload on power-up.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC4013XL-2PQ208C is housed in a 208-pin Plastic Quad Flat Package (PQFP) with 28 pins per side and 0.5 mm lead pitch. The package is RoHS-compliant and designed for reflow soldering.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XC4013XL-2PQ208C, the XC4010XL-2PQ208C offers gate-count scalability down to 10K while maintaining full pin and timing compatibility, whereas the XC4013-2PQ208C lacks XL-family power and I/O flexibility-making XC4013XL-2PQ208C optimal for new designs requiring efficiency and voltage versatility.

Availability

XC4013XL-2PQ208C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial PLC interface, legacy bus bridge, test equipment control logic, and communications protocol converter applications requiring stable component supply and long-term obsolescence management.

Supply support for XC4013XL-2PQ208C 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 XC4000XL family was designed for cost-sensitive, low-power embedded control and interface applications where gate density, I/O flexibility, and 5 V system compatibility were critical.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency supported by XC4013XL-2PQ208C?

The XC4013XL-2PQ208C has a -2 speed grade specifying 12.5 ns CLB propagation delay. Its maximum system clock frequency depends on design topology, but synchronous logic paths can achieve up to 80 MHz under typical routing and loading conditions. The actual achievable frequency must be verified post-place-and-route using Xilinx Foundation or Alliance software timing analysis tools for the XC4013XL-2PQ208C.

Does XC4013XL-2PQ208C support in-system programming (ISP)?

Yes, XC4013XL-2PQ208C supports in-system programming via its JTAG port (TCK/TMS/TDI/TDO) or through microprocessor-controlled configuration using the PROGRAM*, INIT*, and DATAIN pins. Configuration data is loaded into volatile SRAM, so an external PROM or processor must reload the bitstream after each power cycle. This behavior is inherent to the XC4013XL-2PQ208C architecture.

Can XC4013XL-2PQ208C operate with 3.3 V I/O signaling?

Yes, XC4013XL-2PQ208C IOBs support 3.3 V output drive and 5 V-tolerant inputs. Each I/O bank can be independently configured for either 3.3 V or 5 V operation, enabling mixed-voltage interfacing without level shifters. This capability is a defining feature of the XL series and applies specifically to the XC4013XL-2PQ208C, unlike earlier XC4000 variants.

What package type does XC4013XL-2PQ208C use?

XC4013XL-2PQ208C uses a 208-pin Plastic Quad Flat Package (PQFP) with 28 leads per side and 0.5 mm lead pitch. It is a surface-mount package compliant with JEDEC MS-026, and its mechanical dimensions and solder profile are documented in Xilinx Advance Data Sheet DS003 for the XC4000XL family. This package is used exclusively for the XC4013XL-2PQ208C variant.

Is XC4013XL-2PQ208C still in production or subject to obsolescence?

XC4013XL-2PQ208C is discontinued by AMD/Xilinx and no longer in active production. However, Aetrix Electronics maintains traceable inventory of original manufacturer stock with full lot traceability and extended lifecycle support. Customers designing new systems should evaluate migration paths, but the XC4013XL-2PQ208C remains available for legacy repair, replacement, and continuity programs.