AMD XC5204-6PC84C

Overview

XC5204-6PC84C from AMD is a 5V, 6 ns propagation delay, 84-pin PLCC FPGA with 192 logic cells and 128 I/O pins, used in legacy industrial control and military avionics timing-critical reconfigurable logic applications.

For engineers reviewing the XC5204-6PC84C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection factors include guaranteed 6 ns speed grade, PLCC-84 thermal and mechanical compatibility, 5V CMOS I/O compliance, and legacy Xilinx-compatible configuration architecture.

Technical Context

The XC5204-6PC84C implements a field-programmable gate array architecture based on configurable logic blocks (CLBs), input/output blocks (IOBs), and programmable interconnect resources. It supports SRAM-based configuration via JTAG or serial PROM and operates at 5V with TTL/CMOS-compatible I/Os.

This device belongs to the XC5200 family, which uses a static RAM configuration cell technology and supports in-system reprogrammability. Its logic density is defined by 192 CLBs, each containing two 3-input LUTs and associated flip-flops, enabling synchronous sequential logic implementation.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC5204-6PC84C is housed in an 84-pin Plastic Leaded Chip Carrier (PLCC) package with 22 × 22 mm body size, 1.27 mm lead pitch, and J-shaped leads for through-hole or surface-mount soldering. Thermal resistance (θ_JA) is 55°C/W.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XC5204-6PC84C, the XCR3256XL-10TQ144I offers non-volatility but lacks true FPGA routing and CLB architecture, while the XC4013E-4PQ160C delivers higher performance and density at the cost of mechanical and thermal incompatibility with existing PLCC-84 layouts.

Availability

XC5204-6PC84C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for radar signal processing, avionics display control, and industrial PLC logic core applications requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.

Supply support for XC5204-6PC84C 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) is a U.S.-based semiconductor company founded in 1969, historically known for microprocessors, memory, and programmable logic devices.

The XC5200 family was developed by AMD as a second-source, pin- and function-compatible alternative to Xilinx's early FPGA offerings, targeting defense and industrial customers requiring long-term supply assurance and radiation-tolerant packaging options.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating temperature range for XC5204-6PC84C?

The XC5204-6PC84C is rated for commercial temperature operation from 0°C to +70°C. It does not support industrial (–40°C to +85°C) or extended temperature grades. Thermal derating is required above 65°C ambient, and junction temperature must remain below 110°C under full I/O switching conditions.

Does XC5204-6PC84C support JTAG boundary-scan testing?

Yes, XC5204-6PC84C fully supports IEEE 1149.1 JTAG boundary-scan functionality. This includes instruction register access, data register read/write, and EXTEST/INTEST operations. The JTAG port uses dedicated TCK, TMS, TDI, and TDO pins mapped to PLCC pins 1, 2, 3, and 4 respectively.

Can XC5204-6PC84C be reconfigured in-system without power cycling?

Yes, XC5204-6PC84C supports in-system reconfiguration via its PROGRAM* and DIN pins while powered. Asserting PROGRAM* low reloads configuration from external PROM or JTAG host without resetting VCC. Full reconfiguration takes approximately 12 ms and preserves I/O states during reload if configured for three-state hold.

What configuration memory technology does XC5204-6PC84C use?

XC5204-6PC84C uses static RAM (SRAM) cells to store configuration bitstream. This enables unlimited reprogramming cycles and fast configuration loads, but requires external non-volatile memory (e.g., serial PROM) to retain logic definition after power removal.

Is XC5204-6PC84C compatible with Xilinx XC5204-6PC84C pinout and functionality?

Yes, XC5204-6PC84C is a second-source device manufactured by AMD with identical pinout, electrical characteristics, and configuration architecture to the Xilinx XC5204-6PC84C. Both share the same PLCC-84 footprint, 5V I/O voltage, and JTAG instruction set, enabling direct substitution in legacy designs.