AMD XC5215-6HQ208I0359

Overview

XC5215-6HQ208I0359 from Xilinx is a 0.5µm SRAM-based Field-Programmable Gate Array with 1,936 logic cells (23,000 equivalent gates), 244 I/O pins, and four low-skew global clock nets-designed for cost-sensitive, high-density digital logic implementation in industrial control and communications interface logic.

For engineers reviewing the XC5215-6HQ208I0359 datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection considerations include VersaRing™ I/O pin-locking capability, dedicated carry logic for arithmetic acceleration, IEEE 1149.1 boundary scan support, and compatibility with Xilinx Foundation design tools on PC and workstation platforms.

Technical Context

The XC5215-6HQ208I0359 implements a VersaBlock™ architecture comprising 484 Configurable Logic Blocks (CLBs), each containing four independent 4-input LUTs and four D-type flip-flops/latches with shared clock, clock enable, and asynchronous clear. It uses a three-layer metal CMOS process and features a Local Interconnect Matrix (LIM) plus direct connects to minimize routing congestion.

Its VersaRing™ I/O interface decouples IOBs from core logic, enabling footprint compatibility with XC4000-series devices and supporting programmable slew-rate control, 8-mA drive strength, and zero hold time via configurable input delay-while omitting IOB registers to maximize I/O-to-gate ratio.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC5215-6HQ208I0359 is housed in a 208-pin HQFP (Heat Sink Quad Flat Package) with 0.5 mm pitch, 28 × 28 mm body size, and exposed thermal pad-designed for surface-mount assembly and thermal management in industrial PCBs.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XC5215-6HQ208I0359, XC5215-6PQ208C offers identical logic functionality at lower cost but reduced thermal performance, while XC4013E-4PQ160C trades I/O count for embedded memory and faster wide-decode capability-making it suitable for memory-intensive or high-clock-frequency designs where pin count is less constrained.

Availability

XC5215-6HQ208I0359 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motion control, legacy bus interface adapters, and reconfigurable communication controllers requiring stable component supply and long-term obsolescence management.

Supply support for XC5215-6HQ208I0359 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 solutions through 2022 before acquisition by AMD.

The XC5200 Series was designed as a cost-optimized, high-I/O-density SRAM FPGA family targeting industrial, communications, and embedded control applications where gate count, pin flexibility, and toolchain maturity were prioritized over embedded memory or advanced process nodes.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency supported by XC5215-6HQ208I0359?

The XC5215-6HQ208I0359 achieves system-level performance beyond 50 MHz, with benchmarked synchronous clock rates exceeding 66 MHz in optimized designs. Actual timing depends on logic depth, routing congestion, and clock network usage-verified via Xilinx Foundation timing analysis tools using the -6 speed grade specification.

Does XC5215-6HQ208I0359 support in-system reconfiguration?

Yes, XC5215-6HQ208I0359 supports in-system reconfiguration via its JTAG interface (TCK/TMS/TDI/TDO pins) and Express mode configuration. This enables field-upgradable logic functionality without hardware replacement-critical for remote maintenance of deployed industrial or telecom equipment using XC5215-6HQ208I0359.

What power supply voltages does XC5215-6HQ208I0359 require?

XC5215-6HQ208I0359 requires two separate 5 V supplies: VCCINT for the core logic array and VCCAUX for the I/O banks. Both must be regulated to ±5% tolerance. No auxiliary voltage rails (e.g., 3.3 V or 2.5 V) are supported-the device is fully 5 V tolerant and compatible with TTL/CMOS signaling standards.

Is XC5215-6HQ208I0359 pin-compatible with other XC5200-series devices?

No, XC5215-6HQ208I0359 is not pin-compatible with smaller XC5200 devices due to its 244 I/O count and 208-pin HQFP package. However, it maintains footprint compatibility within the XC5200 Series' HQFP variants and with selected XC4000-series packages-enabling migration paths when upgrading logic density without redesigning PCBs.

How is boundary scan implemented on XC5215-6HQ208I0359?

XC5215-6HQ208I0359 integrates IEEE 1149.1-compliant boundary scan circuitry on all 244 I/O pins, controlled via dedicated TCK, TMS, TDI, and TDO pins. The scan chain supports EXTEST, SAMPLE/PRELOAD, and BYPASS instructions-enabling automated PCB test, interconnect verification, and in-circuit programming without requiring additional test fixtures for XC5215-6HQ208I0359.