AMD XC5215-5HQ304C0359

Overview

XC5215-5HQ304C0359 from Xilinx is a 0.5 µm SRAM-based Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) with 1,936 logic cells, 244 I/O pins, and four dedicated low-skew global clock nets. It implements combinational and sequential logic via 4-input LUTs and configurable D-flip-flops/latches per logic cell, and targets mid-complexity digital system prototyping and embedded control in industrial and communications equipment.

For engineers reviewing the XC5215-5HQ304C0359 datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include its VersaRing™ I/O interface for pin-locking, IEEE 1149.1 boundary scan support on all I/Os, programmable slew-rate control, zero hold time input timing guarantee, and compatibility with Xilinx Foundation design tools.

Technical Context

The XC5215-5HQ304C0359 uses a VersaBlock™ architecture comprising 484 Configurable Logic Blocks (CLBs), each containing four independent Logic Cells (LCs) - each LC integrates a 4-input LUT, a D-flip-flop or latch, carry logic, and cascade chain capability. Its Local Interconnect Matrix (LIM) provides full intra-CLB connectivity without consuming general routing resources.

It features a decoupled VersaRing™ I/O interface with no IOB flip-flops, relying instead on direct CLB register connections for registered I/O paths; all 244 I/Os support programmable delay elements, 8 mA drive strength, TTL/CMOS threshold selection, and IEEE 1149.1 boundary scan. Four global buffers distribute clocks or high-fanout signals with low skew.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC5215-5HQ304C0359 is packaged in a 304-pin PQFP (Plastic Quad Flat Package) with 244 user I/Os distributed across all four sides. The package supports standard surface-mount reflow and is compatible with XC4000-series footprints.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XC5215-5HQ304C0359, the XC5215-6PQ208C trades I/O count and speed for smaller footprint, while the XC4013E-4PQ160C offers embedded memory at the cost of architectural flexibility and I/O scalability - making XC5215-5HQ304C0359 optimal for I/O-intensive, pin-locked, high-reliability designs.

Availability

XC5215-5HQ304C0359 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial PLC controllers, communications line cards, and medical imaging subsystems requiring stable component supply and long-term obsolescence management.

Supply support for XC5215-5HQ304C0359 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, founded in 1984, pioneered commercial FPGA technology and developed the XC5200 family as a cost-optimized, SRAM-based programmable logic platform targeting mainstream digital system design.

The XC5200 family - including XC5215-5HQ304C0359 - was engineered for register/latch-rich, reprogrammable logic implementation in cost-sensitive industrial, telecom, and instrumentation applications where I/O flexibility and timing predictability were critical.

FAQ

What is the maximum system clock frequency supported by XC5215-5HQ304C0359?

The XC5215-5HQ304C0359 is rated for system performance beyond 50 MHz, with benchmarked synchronous designs achieving >66 MHz. Actual achievable frequency depends on logic depth, routing congestion, and clock net loading - the -5 speed grade specifies worst-case delays for timing closure in critical paths using Xilinx design tools.

Does XC5215-5HQ304C0359 support in-system programming via JTAG?

Yes, XC5215-5HQ304C0359 includes full IEEE 1149.1 boundary scan circuitry on all I/O pins, enabling in-system programming, configuration verification, and board-level interconnect testing without requiring dedicated programming headers or external hardware programmers.

Can XC5215-5HQ304C0359 interface directly with 3.3 V logic devices?

XC5215-5HQ304C0359 inputs can accept 3.3 V signals when configured in TTL mode (1.2 V threshold), as confirmed in Table 5 of the datasheet. Outputs are 5 V CMOS-compatible and require level-shifting for safe connection to 3.3 V inputs unless the receiving device specifies 5 V-tolerant inputs.

What configuration modes does XC5215-5HQ304C0359 support?

XC5215-5HQ304C0359 supports Express mode and Peripheral Synchronous configuration. It uses the same serial configuration process as XC4000/Spartan families and can daisy-chain with XC3000 devices, though it lacks Power-down mode and on-chip oscillator found in some earlier families.

Is there internal RAM available in XC5215-5HQ304C0359?

No, XC5215-5HQ304C0359 does not include user-accessible block RAM. Its architecture relies on distributed LUT-based shift registers or external memory interfaces. This distinguishes it from XC4000 and Spartan families, which integrate dedicated RAM blocks - a trade-off made to reduce die area and cost.