AMD XC5VLX110T-1FF1738C

Overview

XC5VLX110T-1FF1738C from AMD (formerly Xilinx) is a Virtex-5 FPGA featuring 110,592 logic cells, 6.48 Gb/s transceiver capability, and 1738-pin Flip-Chip Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FFG) packaging. It integrates 240 DSP48E slices, 4.9 Mb of block RAM, and supports PCIe Gen1 x8 endpoint functionality in high-speed communication and signal processing systems.

For engineers reviewing the XC5VLX110T-1FF1738C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection factors include transceiver data rate, logic cell count, I/O voltage support (1.2 V/1.5 V/1.8 V/2.5 V/3.3 V), and thermal performance in dense PCB layouts.

Technical Context

The XC5VLX110T-1FF1738C implements a hierarchical FPGA architecture with configurable logic blocks (CLBs), dedicated DSP48E slices for arithmetic-intensive tasks, and RocketIO GTP transceivers supporting serial protocols including SATA, PCI Express, and Serial RapidIO. It uses 65 nm copper process technology and includes SelectIO technology for flexible I/O standards.

Configuration is performed via Master SelectMAP or JTAG, with support for dual configuration images and bitstream encryption. The device operates at -1 speed grade (1.0 ns CLB delay) and requires separate VCCINT (1.0 V), VCCAUX (2.5 V), and VCCO supply domains per bank.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC5VLX110T-1FF1738C is housed in a 1738-ball flip-chip fine-pitch BGA (FF1738) package with 35 mm × 35 mm body size and 1.0 mm ball pitch. Thermal and mechanical design requires adherence to Xilinx UG192 layout guidelines, including thermal vias under the die and symmetric power delivery network.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-end FPGA applications.

Compared with XC5VLX110T-1FF1738C, the XC5VLX330T-1FF1738C delivers scalable logic headroom within identical packaging, while the XCKU060-2FFVA1156I enables next-generation serial I/O but mandates full hardware and toolchain migration.

Availability

XC5VLX110T-1FF1738C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for radar signal processing, medical imaging backend systems, and avionics data concentrators requiring stable component supply across extended production lifecycles.

Supply support for XC5VLX110T-1FF1738C 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

AMD acquired Xilinx in 2022 and maintains the Virtex FPGA product line for high-performance programmable logic solutions.

The Virtex-5 family was designed for demanding applications requiring high logic density, multi-gigabit serial connectivity, and deterministic real-time processing in aerospace, defense, and medical systems.

FAQ

What is the maximum supported transceiver data rate for XC5VLX110T-1FF1738C?

The XC5VLX110T-1FF1738C integrates RocketIO GTP transceivers rated for 1.25–3.75 Gb/s operation. At 3.125 Gb/s, it supports PCI Express Gen1 x8 endpoints and SATA II interfaces. Performance is validated per Xilinx DS106 specification and requires proper PCB impedance control and AC coupling capacitor placement.

Does XC5VLX110T-1FF1738C support JTAG boundary-scan testing?

Yes, XC5VLX110T-1FF1738C fully supports IEEE 1149.1 JTAG boundary-scan through dedicated TDI, TDO, TMS, and TCK pins. The BSCAN_VIRTEX5 primitive enables access to internal configuration logic and I/O states during board-level test, as documented in Xilinx UG191.

What configuration modes are supported by XC5VLX110T-1FF1738C?

XC5VLX110T-1FF1738C supports Master SelectMAP, Slave SelectMAP, JTAG, and Serial configuration modes. Master SelectMAP uses CCLK-driven parallel loading from external flash; JTAG is used for programming and debugging. Mode selection is controlled by M[2:0] pins at power-up.

Is XC5VLX110T-1FF1738C qualified for automotive applications?

No, XC5VLX110T-1FF1738C is not AEC-Q100 qualified. It is specified for commercial and industrial temperature ranges (0°C to 85°C case temperature). For automotive use, Xilinx offered the XC5VLX110T-1FF1738I variant with extended temperature support, but that part is not identical to the C-grade version.

How many clock regions does XC5VLX110T-1FF1738C contain?

XC5VLX110T-1FF1738C contains 12 clock regions, each with dedicated global clock routing resources including BUFG, BUFIO, and regional clock spines. This architecture enables low-skew distribution of up to 32 independent clock domains across the FPGA fabric, as defined in Xilinx UG190.