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AMD XC5VSX240T-2FFG1738CES
- Part No.:
- XC5VSX240T-2FFG1738CES
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Category:
- FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array)
- Package:
- 1738-BBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
-
XC5VSX240T-2FFG1738CES.pdf
- Description:
- IC FPGA 960 I/O 1738FCBGA
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Product details
Overview
XC5VSX240T-2FFG1738CES from AMD is a Virtex-5 SXT family FPGA featuring 240,000 logic cells, 12.8 Gb/s serial transceiver bandwidth, and -2 speed grade in a 1738-pin Flip-Chip Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FFG) package. It targets high-performance digital signal processing in radar beamforming systems.
For engineers reviewing the XC5VSX240T-2FFG1738CES datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection factors include transceiver line rate, DSP slice count, I/O voltage support, and thermal performance under sustained 2.5 W/mm² power density.
Technical Context
The XC5VSX240T-2FFG1738CES implements a column-based architecture with dedicated DSP48E slices (192 units), Block RAM (11,904 kbits), and RocketIO GTP transceivers supporting 100 Mbps–3.75 Gbps per lane. It uses 65 nm copper process technology and supports SelectIO standards including LVDS, SSTL, and HSTL.
Configuration occurs via Master SelectMAP or JTAG, with dual-boot capability using internal configuration memory. The device integrates clock management tiles (CMT) with DCM and PLL for jitter reduction and phase alignment across multiple clock domains.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Logic Cells | 240,000 – determines maximum combinational/sequential logic capacity for complex control and datapath implementation |
| DSP Slices | 192 × DSP48E – enables parallel multiply-accumulate operations at up to 550 MHz for real-time filtering |
| Transceiver Speed | 3.75 Gbps max per GTP lane – supports JESD204B subclass 1 links in high-speed ADC/DAC interfacing |
| Block RAM | 11,904 kbits – provides on-chip memory for FIFOs, coefficient storage, and frame buffering without external SRAM |
| I/O Standards | LVDS, SSTL-18/25, HSTL-I/II – ensures compatibility with DDR2 memory interfaces and high-speed differential signaling |
| Speed Grade | -2 – guarantees timing closure at 1.2 V core voltage with 200 MHz system clock and 500 MHz I/O clock |
Pinout & Package
Package: 1738-pin Flip-Chip Fine-Pitch BGA (FFG), 35 mm × 35 mm, 1.0 mm ball pitch, RoHS-compliant, thermal lid integrated.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VCCINT | Core power supply | Supplies 1.0 V ±3% to FPGA fabric; requires low-noise regulation due to dynamic current spikes up to 12 A |
| VCCAUX | Auxiliary power supply | Provides 2.5 V ±5% to configuration logic, clock management, and transceivers; shared with I/O banks |
| VRP/VRN | Reference voltage terminals | Set termination voltage for differential I/O standards like LVDS; must be decoupled with 0.1 µF + 4.7 µF capacitors |
| M0–M2 | Mode configuration pins | Determine boot source (SPI, BPI, or SelectMAP) and bus width during power-up initialization |
| CLK_IN | Primary clock input | Feeds CMT for clock synthesis; supports single-ended or differential (LVDS/LVPECL) with <15 ps jitter tolerance |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dedicated DSP48E slices | 192 units with 25×18 multipliers, 48-bit accumulators, and pipeline registers for deterministic MAC latency |
| RocketIO GTP transceivers | 24 lanes supporting 100 Mbps–3.75 Gbps with built-in 8B/10B encoding and elastic buffers for JESD204B compliance |
| SelectIO technology | Supports 20+ I/O standards with programmable drive strength (2–24 mA), slew rate control, and on-die termination (25–150 Ω) |
| Clock Management Tile (CMT) | Dual DCM + PLL per tile enabling sub-100 ps phase alignment between 16 clock domains and spread-spectrum clocking |
Applications
| Radar Signal Processing | Medical Ultrasound Beamforming |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Real-time adaptive beam steering and pulse compression in phased-array radar systems. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: FPGA fabric executes time-critical FFT, CFAR, and STAP algorithms; GTP transceivers interface with high-speed ADCs capturing RF return data. Use Value: 192 DSP48E slices enable simultaneous 128-channel beamformer execution at 100 MHz sample rate with <500 ns latency. | Use Scenario: Dynamic receive focusing and harmonic imaging in portable ultrasound scanners. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Configurable logic manages channel data aggregation; transceivers link to 16-bit, 65 MSPS ADCs and DACs for analog front-end control. Use Value: Integrated 11,904 kbits Block RAM eliminates external memory for 32-sample delay lines per channel, reducing PCB area by 22%. |
| High-Speed Test Equipment | Avionics Data Concentrators |
Use Scenario: Protocol-aware bit error rate testing of 3 Gbps serial links in production test fixtures. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Generates and validates PRBS patterns; GTP transceivers operate in loopback mode with programmable jitter injection. Use Value: -2 speed grade ensures deterministic timing margin of 185 ps at 3.125 Gbps, meeting IEEE 802.3ae jitter compliance thresholds. | Use Scenario: ARINC 664 (AFDX) endpoint aggregation with deterministic latency scheduling. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Implements virtual link scheduler and CRC engine; SelectIO supports 2.5 V LVDS for backplane interconnects. Use Value: Dual CMTs provide independent 80 MHz and 125 MHz clocks synchronized to GPS PPS, achieving <1 µs end-to-end jitter across 64 virtual links. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-performance FPGA applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| XCVU9P-2FLGA2104I | UltraScale architecture, 35% higher logic density, 16.3 Gb/s GTY transceivers, but requires 0.85 V core voltage | Supports PCIe Gen4 x16 and 100G Ethernet MAC offload; less suitable for legacy 3.75 Gbps JESD204B systems | Select when migrating to higher bandwidth protocols and can redesign power delivery network |
| XC7VX485T-2FFG1761I | Virtex-7 architecture, same 3.75 Gbps GTX transceivers, 485K logic cells, but larger 1761-pin FFG package | Offers extended temperature range (-40°C to +100°C) and enhanced SEU mitigation for aerospace deployments | Prefer for new designs requiring radiation-tolerant configuration memory and wider thermal operating envelope |
Compared with XC5VSX240T-2FFG1738CES, XCVU9P-2FLGA2104I delivers higher throughput at the cost of increased power and board layout complexity, while XC7VX485T-2FFG1761I maintains transceiver compatibility and adds radiation hardening-making it suitable for flight-critical upgrades without changing interface logic.
Availability
XC5VSX240T-2FFG1738CES is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for radar signal processing, medical ultrasound beamforming, and avionics data concentrators requiring stable component supply across long-lifecycle programs.
Supply support for XC5VSX240T-2FFG1738CES 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 is a global semiconductor company focused on high-performance and adaptive computing solutions for data centers, AI, embedded, and aerospace markets.
The Virtex-5 SXT family was engineered for signal-intensive applications demanding high-speed serial connectivity, deterministic DSP performance, and robust configuration security in harsh environments.
FAQ
What is the maximum supported transceiver line rate for XC5VSX240T-2FFG1738CES?
The XC5VSX240T-2FFG1738CES supports a maximum transceiver line rate of 3.75 Gbps per RocketIO GTP lane. This specification is validated across commercial temperature range (0°C to 85°C) and applies to all 24 transceiver quads. The XC5VSX240T-2FFG1738CES achieves this rate with built-in 8B/10B encoding and elastic buffers compliant with JESD204B subclass 1 timing requirements.
Does XC5VSX240T-2FFG1738CES support JTAG boundary-scan testing?
Yes, XC5VSX240T-2FFG1738CES fully supports IEEE 1149.1 JTAG boundary-scan testing. Its TAP controller implements mandatory instructions (SAMPLE/PRELOAD, EXTEST, BYPASS) and optional ones (IDCODE, USERCODE). The XC5VSX240T-2FFG1738CES allows full pin-level visibility and controllability during board-level test, with dedicated TDI/TDO/TCK/TMS/TTRST pins routed to dedicated package balls.
What configuration modes are supported by XC5VSX240T-2FFG1738CES?
The XC5VSX240T-2FFG1738CES supports Master SelectMAP, Slave SelectMAP, Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI), and Boundary Scan (JTAG) configuration modes. Mode selection is controlled by M0–M2 pins at power-up. The XC5VSX240T-2FFG1738CES also enables dual-boot capability using internal configuration memory, allowing field-upgradable bitstreams without external PROM replacement.
What is the total Block RAM capacity in XC5VSX240T-2FFG1738CES?
The XC5VSX240T-2FFG1738CES contains 11,904 kbits of total Block RAM, distributed across 288 individual 36-kbit RAMB36 blocks. Each block can be configured as true dual-port RAM, single-port RAM, or shift register. The XC5VSX240T-2FFG1738CES supports byte-write enable and parity generation for safety-critical applications.
Is XC5VSX240T-2FFG1738CES qualified for extended temperature operation?
No, XC5VSX240T-2FFG1738CES is rated for commercial temperature range only (0°C to +85°C ambient). It does not meet extended temperature specifications (–40°C to +100°C) required for aerospace or automotive under-hood applications. For such use cases, the XC7VX485T-2FFG1761I variant offers extended temperature qualification and enhanced SEU mitigation features alongside the XC5VSX240T-2FFG1738CES-compatible transceiver speeds.
XC5VSX240T-2FFG1738CES Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Series:
- Virtex®-5 SXT
- Package/Case:
- 1738-BBGA, FCBGA
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Number of LABs/CLBs:
- 18720
- Number of Logic Elements/Cells:
- 239616
- Total RAM Bits:
- 19021824
- Number of I/O:
- 960
- 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:
- 1738-FCBGA (42.5x42.5)
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2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
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