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AMD XC5VLX50-1FFG1153C
- Part No.:
- XC5VLX50-1FFG1153C
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Category:
- FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array)
- Package:
- 1153-BBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
-
XC5VLX50-1FFG1153C.pdf
- Description:
- IC FPGA 560 I/O 1153FCBGA
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Product details
Overview
XC5VLX50-1FFG1153C from AMD (formerly Xilinx) is a Virtex-5 FPGA featuring 46,080 logic cells, 2.5 Gbps serial transceivers, and embedded Block RAM totaling 2,002 kbits. It implements high-speed signal processing in radar baseband subsystems and supports PCIe Gen1 x4 endpoint functionality.
For engineers reviewing the XC5VLX50-1FFG1153C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection factors include I/O bank voltage support (1.2 V to 3.3 V), transceiver compliance with PCI Express Base Spec 1.1, and configuration via Master SelectMAP mode using external SPI flash.
Technical Context
The XC5VLX50-1FFG1153C integrates 64 RocketIO GTP transceivers operating at 1.0–2.5 Gbps, each supporting protocols including SATA, Serial RapidIO, and PCIe. It uses 6-input LUT-based logic slices with dual-register outputs and includes dedicated DSP48E slices for 25×18-bit signed multiplication.
Configuration occurs through SelectMAP, JTAG, or serial mode using an external PROM. The device supports partial reconfiguration and features integrated clock management with DCM and PLL blocks capable of phase-matching and frequency synthesis across multiple domains.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Logic Cells | 46,080 - total configurable logic resources for implementing synchronous digital state machines and combinatorial logic |
| Block RAM | 2,002 kbits - distributed memory capacity for FIFOs, buffers, and lookup tables in real-time data paths |
| Transceivers | 64 × GTP - 1.0–2.5 Gbps serial I/O supporting PCIe Gen1, SATA, and SRIO physical layers |
| I/O Pins | 640 - user-configurable pins organized in 12 banks with independent VCCO and VREF per bank |
| Config Mode | Master SelectMAP - enables parallel configuration from external SPI flash with fast startup and CRC error detection |
| DSP Slices | 64 × DSP48E - hardwired 25×18-bit multipliers with pre-adders and pipeline registers for signal processing |
Pinout & Package
XC5VLX50-1FFG1153C is housed in a 1153-pin Fine-Pitch Flip-Chip Ball Grid Array (FFG) package with 35×35 mm body size, 1.0 mm ball pitch, and Pb-free/ROHS-compliant construction.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| CCLK | Configuration Clock | Drives internal configuration logic during Master SelectMAP mode; sourced externally at up to 50 MHz |
| DIN | Data Input | Serial data input for JTAG programming or configuration bitstream loading |
| INIT_B | Initialization Status | Open-drain output indicating configuration status; pulled high when ready, driven low during initialization or error |
| PROGRAM_B | Configuration Reset | Active-low asynchronous reset that clears configuration memory and restarts configuration sequence |
| M0–M2 | Mode Selection | Three-pin bus defining configuration mode (e.g., Master SelectMAP, Slave SelectMAP, JTAG) |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Multi-standard transceivers | 64 GTP transceivers compliant with PCIe 1.1, SATA 1.0/2.0, and Serial RapidIO 1.2 physical layers |
| Dedicated DSP resources | 64 DSP48E slices enabling 25×18-bit multiply-accumulate operations with 48-bit accumulator and pipeline staging |
| SelectMAP configuration | Parallel configuration interface supporting 32-bit wide data path and CRC-verified bitstream loading from SPI flash |
| Partial reconfiguration | Runtime replacement of logic modules without full device reset, enabling dynamic function switching in communication systems |
| Flexible I/O banking | 12 independent I/O banks with per-bank VCCO (1.2–3.3 V) and programmable VREF, supporting mixed-voltage system interfacing |
Applications
| Radar Signal Processing | PCIe Gen1 Endpoint |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Real-time pulse-Doppler processing in airborne SAR systems requiring low-latency FFT and filtering pipelines. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: FPGA fabric implements time-critical signal chain stages including decimation, windowing, and complex FFT, synchronized by on-chip DCM-generated clocks. Use Value: 64 DSP48E slices enable concurrent 1024-point FFT execution with <12 µs latency; Block RAM provides 2 MB of on-die buffering for burst-mode ADC data. | Use Scenario: Embedded vision acquisition card connecting CMOS image sensors to host CPU via PCIe Gen1 x4 link. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Acts as PCIe endpoint with integrated TLP generation, DMA controller, and AXI4-Lite register interface for sensor control and frame metadata handling. Use Value: Native PCIe Gen1 x4 PHY eliminates external bridge IC; 640 I/O pins support parallel sensor interfaces and DDR2 memory co-processing. |
| High-Speed Data Acquisition | Protocol Bridging |
Use Scenario: Multi-channel oscilloscope front-end digitizing 8 analog inputs at 250 MS/s with real-time triggering and waveform compression. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Manages high-speed LVDS ADC interfaces, implements trigger logic, and compresses waveform data before storage using on-FPGA Huffman encoding. Use Value: 640 I/O pins accommodate 8× LVDS pairs (16-bit @ 250 MS/s); 2,002 kbits Block RAM stores 4k-sample pre-trigger buffers with zero access latency. | Use Scenario: Industrial gateway translating Modbus TCP over Ethernet to CANopen on fieldbus side. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Bridges TCP/IP stack (running on soft-core MicroBlaze) to CANopen physical layer via discrete CAN transceivers and timing-critical bit arbitration logic. Use Value: Dual-clock domain support isolates 100 MHz Ethernet MAC from 1 MHz CAN timing; flexible I/O banks interface to both 3.3 V Ethernet PHY and 5 V CAN transceivers. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar FPGA-based protocol and signal processing applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| XC5VLX30-1FF676C | Fewer logic cells (30,720), no GTP transceivers, smaller 676-pin FFG package | Lacks native PCIe/SATA support; suitable only for non-serial I/O designs with lower gate count | Select when transceiver count and bandwidth are not required and cost reduction is prioritized over interface flexibility |
| XC6VLX75T-1FF784C | Virtex-6 architecture; higher logic density (74,496 CLBs), GTX transceivers (up to 6.6 Gbps), different pinout and configuration scheme | Supports PCIe Gen2 and higher-speed protocols but requires PCB redesign and toolchain migration | Choose for new designs targeting higher serial bandwidth and future-proofing, not as drop-in replacement |
Compared with XC5VLX30-1FF676C, XC5VLX50-1FFG1153C delivers 50% more logic and essential GTP transceivers for serial protocols; versus XC6VLX75T-1FF784C, it offers proven Gen1 compatibility and stable toolchain support without requiring layout or firmware changes.
Availability
XC5VLX50-1FFG1153C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for radar signal processing, PCIe endpoint design, high-speed data acquisition, and industrial protocol bridging requiring stable component supply and long-term obsolescence planning.
Supply support for XC5VLX50-1FFG1153C 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 now develops adaptive computing platforms including FPGAs, ACAPs, and software tools for heterogeneous compute acceleration.
The Virtex-5 family was designed for high-performance, serial I/O–intensive applications such as wired communications infrastructure, military radar, and medical imaging systems requiring deterministic timing and hardware-level protocol offload.
FAQ
What configuration modes does the XC5VLX50-1FFG1153C support?
The XC5VLX50-1FFG1153C supports Master SelectMAP, Slave SelectMAP, JTAG, and Serial configuration modes. Master SelectMAP is most common for production systems using external SPI flash, while JTAG is used for debugging and programming during development. Each mode uses distinct pin assignments and timing requirements defined in UG192.
Does the XC5VLX50-1FFG1153C include built-in memory controllers?
No, the XC5VLX50-1FFG1153C does not integrate hard IP memory controllers. It supports external DDR2/DDR3 SDRAM via user-defined I/O banks and requires soft-core or vendor-provided MIG (Memory Interface Generator) IP to implement timing-critical PHY and controller logic for those memories.
What is the maximum supported transceiver data rate for XC5VLX50-1FFG1153C?
The XC5VLX50-1FFG1153C supports GTP transceivers rated for 1.0–2.5 Gbps operation. This range covers PCIe Gen1 (2.5 Gbps), SATA 1.0/2.0 (1.5/3.0 Gbps - note 3.0 Gbps exceeds spec), and Serial RapidIO 1.2 (1.25/2.5 Gbps). Operation above 2.5 Gbps is not guaranteed or characterized.
Can the XC5VLX50-1FFG1153C be used in automotive applications?
The XC5VLX50-1FFG1153C is rated for commercial temperature range (0°C to +85°C) and is not qualified to AEC-Q100 standards. While used in some non-safety-critical automotive test equipment, it is not recommended for under-hood or ASIL-B/C systems where extended temperature, EMI resilience, or qualification documentation is required.
Is partial reconfiguration supported on XC5VLX50-1FFG1153C?
Yes, the XC5VLX50-1FFG1153C supports partial reconfiguration through its ICAP (Internal Configuration Access Port) and dedicated reconfiguration logic. This allows dynamic swapping of logic modules-such as changing filter coefficients or protocol engines-without resetting the entire device or disrupting active I/O channels.
XC5VLX50-1FFG1153C Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Series:
- Virtex®-5 LX
- Package/Case:
- 1153-BBGA, FCBGA
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Number of LABs/CLBs:
- 3600
- Number of Logic Elements/Cells:
- 46080
- Total RAM Bits:
- 1769472
- Number of I/O:
- 560
- Number of Gates:
- -
- Voltage - Supply:
- 0.95V ~ 1.05V
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 85°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- 1153-FCBGA (35x35)
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