AMD XC5202-6PC84C

Overview

XC5202-6PC84C from AMD is a 5V, 6 ns propagation delay, 84-pin PLCC FPGA with 2,000 usable gates and embedded SRAM-based logic architecture, used in high-speed digital control and interface bridging applications.

For engineers reviewing the XC5202-6PC84C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection factors include guaranteed 6 ns tPD, 5V CMOS-compatible I/O, PLCC-84 package footprint, and non-volatile configuration retention via external PROM.

Technical Context

The XC5202-6PC84C implements a field-programmable gate array architecture using SRAM-configured CLBs (Configurable Logic Blocks), dedicated carry logic for arithmetic, and programmable I/O blocks supporting TTL/CMOS levels. It requires external configuration PROM and operates at 5V supply only.

Its logic capacity is defined as 2,000 usable gates with up to 96 I/O pins, and timing is characterized across commercial temperature range (0°C to 70°C) with worst-case 6 ns input-to-output delay under specified load and voltage conditions.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC5202-6PC84C is housed in an 84-pin Plastic Leaded Chip Carrier (PLCC) with J-lead configuration and 0.050" pitch. Pin numbering follows standard PLCC clockwise convention starting from the index corner.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XC5202-6PC84C, both alternatives offer non-volatile configuration and smaller footprints but trade off guaranteed 6 ns speed and 5V-only I/O simplicity for flash retention and mixed-voltage flexibility.

Availability

XC5202-6PC84C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motion control, legacy bus bridging, test equipment pattern generation, and avionics data acquisition requiring stable component supply and long-term obsolescence management.

Supply support for XC5202-6PC84C 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

Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) was a pioneering semiconductor company known for innovation in logic, memory, and programmable devices during the 1980s–1990s.

The XC5200 family-including XC5202-6PC84C-was designed for high-performance, reconfigurable digital logic in cost-sensitive industrial and instrumentation systems requiring fast, 5V-compatible FPGAs.

FAQ

What is the configuration method for XC5202-6PC84C?

XC5202-6PC84C uses external serial PROM-based configuration. It loads its SRAM bitstream on power-up or upon assertion of the PROGRAM pin. The device does not retain configuration after power loss, so a PROM is mandatory for autonomous operation. XC5202-6PC84C supports master serial mode only and requires no JTAG interface for basic configuration.

Does XC5202-6PC84C support in-system programming (ISP)?

No, XC5202-6PC84C does not support in-system programming. Its SRAM configuration is volatile and loaded externally at power-up; reprogramming requires cycling power or toggling PROGRAM while the PROM is updated. XC5202-6PC84C lacks internal flash or JTAG boundary-scan circuitry needed for true ISP capability.

What is the maximum operating frequency of XC5202-6PC84C?

XC5202-6PC84C has no fixed maximum clock frequency due to its logic-cell-based architecture. Its performance depends on design routing and register placement. However, the 6 ns propagation delay supports system-level clock rates up to 125 MHz in well-constrained paths. Timing analysis must be performed per design using AMD's XACT tools.

Can XC5202-6PC84C operate at 3.3V?

No, XC5202-6PC84C is specified exclusively for 5.0 V ±5% operation. Its internal logic and I/O buffers are designed for 5V CMOS thresholds. Operating at 3.3V will result in undefined behavior, failed configuration, or permanent damage. XC5202-6PC84C must be powered from a regulated 5V supply.

Is XC5202-6PC84C RoHS compliant?

XC5202-6PC84C predates RoHS legislation and was manufactured prior to 2006. It contains leaded solder in its PLCC package and is not RoHS compliant. For RoHS-compliant alternatives, consider newer CPLD families such as XCR3xxx or XC95xxx series with lead-free packaging options.