AMD XC5215-6HQ208C

Overview

XC5215-6HQ208C 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. It implements combinational and sequential logic using 4-input LUTs and configurable D-flip-flops/latches per logic cell, and targets cost-sensitive embedded control, interface bridging, and digital signal preprocessing in industrial and telecom systems.

For engineers reviewing the XC5215-6HQ208C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include its VersaRing™ I/O architecture for pin-locking, IEEE 1149.1 boundary scan support, programmable slew-rate control, zero hold-time input timing guarantee, and compatibility with Xilinx Foundation design tools on PC and workstation platforms.

Technical Context

The XC5215-6HQ208C uses a VersaBlock™ architecture composed of 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 interconnect hierarchy includes Local Interconnect Matrix (LIM), direct connects, and six routing levels via the General Routing Matrix (GRM).

It features a VersaRing™ I/O interface decoupling IOBs from core logic, enabling up to 244 user I/Os with programmable input delay, 8-mA drive strength, TTL/CMOS threshold selection, and built-in JTAG boundary scan on all I/O pins. Configuration is SRAM-based with Express and Peripheral Synchronous modes, supported by global reset but no global set or power-down.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC5215-6HQ208C is housed in a 208-pin Plastic Quad Flat Pack (PQFP) with 0.5 mm pitch, designated HQ208. The package provides 244 total I/Os (208 leads + 36 internal VCC/VSS/GND), arranged in a symmetric perimeter layout optimized for PCB trace routing and thermal dissipation in industrial environments.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XC5215-6PQ208C, the XC5215-6HQ208C offers identical logic and I/O functionality with enhanced thermal performance and tighter lead coplanarity for improved solder joint reliability. Against XC4013E-6PQ208C, it trades embedded RAM and wide-edge decoding for higher I/O density, pin-locking capability, and lower unit cost-making it preferable for interface-intensive, cost-sensitive applications.

Availability

XC5215-6HQ208C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motion control, telecom line card integration, legacy system emulation, and medical imaging subsystems requiring stable component supply over extended production lifecycles.

Supply support for XC5215-6HQ208C 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, register-rich SRAM-based programmable logic platform targeting industrial and communications markets.

The XC5200 family-including XC5215-6HQ208C-was designed to deliver gate-array pricing with FPGA flexibility, emphasizing high I/O-to-logic ratios, pin-locking capability, and seamless integration into existing Xilinx design flows for rapid prototyping and volume deployment.

FAQ

What is the maximum system clock frequency supported by XC5215-6HQ208C?

The XC5215-6HQ208C is rated for system performance beyond 50 MHz, with benchmarked synchronous designs achieving >66 MHz under typical conditions. Actual achievable frequency depends on logic depth, routing congestion, and clock network usage; timing analysis must be performed per design using Xilinx Foundation software. The -6 speed grade indicates worst-case propagation delays optimized for this performance range.

Does XC5215-6HQ208C support in-system programming (ISP)?

XC5215-6HQ208C does not support true in-system programming due to its SRAM-based configuration memory, which requires external PROM or processor-controlled reconfiguration. However, it supports JTAG-based configuration loading via TDI/TDO and boundary scan, enabling field updates through a host controller or JTAG adapter without removing the device from the board.

Can XC5215-6HQ208C interface directly with 3.3 V logic devices?

Yes - XC5215-6HQ208C inputs can be configured for TTL thresholds (1.2 V), allowing reliable interfacing with 3.3 V CMOS outputs. Its 5 V-tolerant I/O structure ensures safe operation when driven by 3.3 V sources, provided VCCIO remains at 5 V. Outputs are 5 V CMOS and require level-shifting for connection to 3.3 V receivers.

What development tools are compatible with XC5215-6HQ208C?

XC5215-6HQ208C is fully supported by the Xilinx Foundation Series software suite, including schematic capture, ABEL, VHDL, and Verilog HDL synthesis, automatic place-and-route, and timing simulation. It runs on Windows NT/95 and major UNIX workstations (SunOS, HP-UX, IRIX), and integrates with over 100 third-party Alliance partner tools for specialized design entry and verification tasks.

Is XC5215-6HQ208C still in active production?

No - XC5215-6HQ208C is an obsolete device, discontinued by Xilinx in the early 2000s. Aetrix Electronics maintains limited legacy inventory and provides lifecycle coordination support, including cross-reference guidance, obsolescence forecasting, and last-time-buy planning for customers sustaining industrial or medical equipment still reliant on this FPGA.