AMD XC5215-5PQG160C

Overview

XC5215-5PQG160C from Xilinx is a 5-Volt, SRAM-based field-programmable gate array (FPGA) with 1,936 logic cells, 244 I/O pins, and four dedicated low-skew global clock nets - designed for cost-sensitive embedded control, industrial interface logic, and reconfigurable digital signal routing in legacy 5V systems.

For engineers reviewing the XC5215-5PQG160C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include VersaRing™ I/O pin-locking capability, zero-flip-flop hold time with programmable input delay, IEEE 1149.1 boundary scan support, and compatibility with XC4000-series footprints for PCB reuse.

Technical Context

The XC5215-5PQG160C implements a VersaBlock™ architecture comprising 484 configurable logic blocks (CLBs), each containing four independent 4-input LUTs and flip-flops/latches with shared clock, clock enable, and asynchronous clear. It uses a 0.5 µm three-layer metal CMOS process and supports Express and Peripheral Synchronous configuration modes.

Its interconnect hierarchy includes six levels - local interconnect matrix (LIM), direct connects, single/double-length lines, and Longlines - with four global buffers and 24 TBUFs per CLB driving horizontal/vertical Longlines. The device lacks on-chip RAM but provides dedicated carry logic for arithmetic and cascade chains for wide decoding.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC5215-5PQG160C is packaged in a 160-pin Plastic Quad Flat Package (PQFP) with 20×20 mm body size and 0.65 mm lead pitch. The package supports footprint compatibility with XC4000-series devices and provides 244 user I/O signals routed across all four sides via the VersaRing™ interface.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XC5215-5PQG160C, the -6 speed grade offers relaxed timing at lower cost for non-critical paths, while the XC4013E provides embedded RAM and faster carry but sacrifices I/O-to-gate ratio and increases power consumption in 5V operation.

Availability

XC5215-5PQG160C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial automation, legacy system refurbishment, and reconfigurable instrumentation requiring stable component supply and long-term obsolescence management.

Supply support for XC5215-5PQG160C 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 delivered industry-standard programmable logic architectures through the 1990s.

The XC5200 family was designed specifically for cost-driven, high-I/O-count 5V system integration - emphasizing pin-locking, reprogrammability, and seamless migration from gate arrays and earlier Xilinx families.

FAQ

What is the maximum system clock frequency supported by XC5215-5PQG160C?

The XC5215-5PQG160C achieves typical system performance beyond 50 MHz, with benchmarked synchronous clock rates exceeding 66 MHz in optimized designs. Actual achievable frequency depends on logic depth, routing congestion, and use of dedicated carry or cascade chains. The -5 speed grade specifies 5 ns CLB propagation delay, enabling robust timing closure at 40–50 MHz in complex control logic implementations using XC5215-5PQG160C.

Does XC5215-5PQG160C support in-system programming via JTAG?

Yes, XC5215-5PQG160C integrates full IEEE 1149.1 boundary scan circuitry on all I/O pins and supports in-system programming through its JTAG TAP controller. Configuration bitstreams can be loaded dynamically via TDI/TDO, and the device supports both Express and Peripheral Synchronous configuration modes - making XC5215-5PQG160C suitable for field-upgradable hardware without requiring external PROM or configuration controllers.

Can XC5215-5PQG160C interface directly with 3.3V devices?

XC5215-5PQG160C inputs can reliably accept 3.3V logic levels when configured in TTL threshold mode (1.2V V_IL/V_IH), as confirmed in Table 5 of the specification. However, its outputs swing rail-to-rail at 5V and are not 3.3V-tolerant; direct connection to 3.3V-only inputs requires level-shifting circuitry or open-drain pull-up configurations using OBUFT primitives. This behavior is inherent to the 5V CMOS process used in XC5215-5PQG160C.

Is there on-chip memory available in XC5215-5PQG160C?

No, XC5215-5PQG160C does not include any embedded RAM blocks. Its architecture relies entirely on SRAM-based LUTs for logic implementation and external memory for data storage. Unlike later Xilinx families such as XC4000 or Spartan, the XC5200 series prioritizes logic density and I/O count over memory integration - meaning designs requiring FIFOs, dual-port RAM, or register files must implement them using distributed LUT RAM or external memory interfaced through XC5215-5PQG160C's 244 I/O pins.

What package type is used for XC5215-5PQG160C and is it RoHS compliant?

XC5215-5PQG160C uses a 160-pin Plastic Quad Flat Package (PQFP) with 20×20 mm body and 0.65 mm lead pitch, designated by the "PQG" suffix. This package predates RoHS legislation and contains leaded solder terminations; it is not RoHS compliant. For RoHS-compliant alternatives, designers should consider migration paths to newer Xilinx families or consult Aetrix Electronics for verified drop-in replacements with compatible footprint and electrical characteristics.