AMD XC4013XL-3PQ240C

Overview

XC4013XL-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, 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-3PQ240C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include gate count, I/O count, speed grade, package thermal profile, and configuration memory retention requirements.

Technical Context

The XC4013XL-3PQ240C 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, and in-system programmability via serial PROM or microprocessor interface.

It operates at 3.3 V core voltage with 5 V-tolerant I/Os, includes dedicated carry logic for arithmetic functions, and supports global clock routing with low skew. Configuration is volatile and requires external PROM or processor reload on power-up.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC4013XL-3PQ240C is housed in a 240-pin PQFP (Plastic Quad Flat Package) with 0.5 mm lead pitch, 32.5 mm × 32.5 mm body size, and standard JEDEC MO-118 footprint. Thermal resistance (θ_JA) is 35°C/W.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XC4013XL-3PQ240C, the XC4010XL-3PQ208C offers cost and footprint savings for less complex logic, while the XCV300-4PQ240C enables major architectural upgrades at the expense of power, tooling, and board redesign effort.

Availability

XC4013XL-3PQ240C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial PLC interface, legacy bus bridge, communications protocol conversion, and test equipment control applications requiring stable component supply and long-term obsolescence management.

Supply support for XC4013XL-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 developed scalable programmable logic architectures for high-reliability embedded and communications systems.

The XC4000XL family was designed for cost-sensitive, low-power applications requiring SRAM-based reconfigurability and 5 V-tolerant I/O compatibility with legacy systems.

FAQ

What is the configuration method supported by XC4013XL-3PQ240C?

XC4013XL-3PQ240C supports master-serial, slave-serial, and boundary-scan (JTAG) configuration modes. It loads configuration data from external PROM or microcontroller via DIN/CLK pins in master-serial mode. The device does not include on-chip nonvolatile memory and requires external storage for power-up initialization. Configuration time depends on bitstream size and clock frequency, typically under 100 ms at 25 MHz.

Does XC4013XL-3PQ240C support hot-swap or live insertion?

No, XC4013XL-3PQ240C is not rated for hot-swap operation. Its I/Os lack hot-swap protection circuitry such as slew-rate control or programmable drive strength. Applying power or signals before full board insertion may cause latch-up or damage. System-level hot-swap capability must be implemented externally using dedicated hot-swap controllers and current-limiting circuitry.

What is the maximum operating frequency of XC4013XL-3PQ240C in user logic?

The XC4013XL-3PQ240C has a -3 speed grade specifying a maximum CLB-to-CLB path delay of 3.5 ns, corresponding to a theoretical maximum clock frequency of 110 MHz under typical voltage and temperature conditions. Actual achievable frequency depends on design placement, routing congestion, and I/O timing constraints. Critical paths involving carry chains or distributed RAM may achieve higher effective throughput than registered logic alone.

Can XC4013XL-3PQ240C operate with a 2.5 V core supply?

No, XC4013XL-3PQ240C requires a nominal 3.3 V ± 5% core supply (VCC). It is not compatible with 2.5 V or lower core voltages. Using underspecified voltage risks configuration loss, timing violations, or functional failure. The I/O banks (VCCO) support 3.3 V or 5 V operation independently, but core logic remains fixed at 3.3 V.

Is XC4013XL-3PQ240C still in production or subject to obsolescence?

XC4013XL-3PQ240C was discontinued by Xilinx in the early 2000s and is no longer in active production. Aetrix Electronics supplies remaining original-stock inventory with full traceability and extended lifecycle support, including counterfeit mitigation and long-term availability planning for legacy system maintenance and repair programs.