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AMD XC6SLX16-3FT256C
- Part No.:
- XC6SLX16-3FT256C
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Category:
- FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array)
- Package:
- 256-LBGA
- Datasheet:
-
XC6SLX16-3FT256C.pdf
- Description:
- IC FPGA 186 I/O 256FTBGA
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Product details
Overview
XC6SLX16-3FT256C from AMD (formerly Xilinx) is a Spartan-6 FPGA featuring 14,579 logic cells, 576 Kbits of block RAM, and 186 user I/Os in a 256-pin FTBGA package. It operates at -3 speed grade (1.2 V core, 1.2 GHz DCM input), supporting embedded control, industrial interface bridging, and low-power video processing.
For engineers reviewing the XC6SLX16-3FT256C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include I/O voltage flexibility (1.2/1.8/2.5/3.3 V), integrated DCM clock management, and support for PCI Express® Gen1 endpoint configurations.
Technical Context
The XC6SLX16-3FT256C implements a hierarchical FPGA architecture with configurable logic blocks (CLBs), distributed RAM, shift registers, and dedicated DSP48A1 slices for arithmetic acceleration. It integrates two Digital Clock Managers (DCMs) supporting phase shifting, frequency synthesis, and jitter reduction.
Configuration is supported via Master Serial (SPI flash), JTAG, or SelectMAP interfaces. The device complies with IEEE 1149.1 boundary-scan and supports partial reconfiguration through ICAP interface.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Logic Cells | 14,579 - provides combinational and sequential logic capacity for medium-complexity control and data-path functions |
| Block RAM | 576 Kbits - enables on-chip buffering for video frame storage, FIFOs, or protocol packet handling |
| User I/Os | 186 - supports multi-voltage I/O banks (1.2/1.8/2.5/3.3 V) for interfacing with legacy and modern peripherals |
| DCMs | 2 - delivers deterministic clock deskew, frequency multiplication/division, and phase alignment without external PLLs |
| Speed Grade | -3 - guarantees timing closure up to 500 MHz system clock (with proper constraints and PCB layout) |
| Package | 256-pin FTBGA (17×17 mm, 1.0 mm pitch) - enables high-density routing and thermal performance suitable for industrial PCBs |
Pinout & Package
XC6SLX16-3FT256C is housed in a 256-pin Fine-Pitch Thin Ball Grid Array (FTBGA) package with 17×17 ball array and 1.0 mm pitch. Thermal pad exposed on underside improves heat dissipation in continuous operation.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| G1 | VCCO_0 | I/O bank 0 power supply - must be decoupled with 100 nF + 4.7 µF capacitors near package |
| D2 | CLK0 | Dedicated global clock input for DCM0 - routed on low-skew network for timing-critical paths |
| P16 | M0 | Mode pin for configuration - sets boot source (SPI/JTAG/SelectMAP) during power-up |
| T14 | INIT_B | Open-drain status output - asserts low during configuration, high when configuration complete or error detected |
| R15 | PROGRAM_B | Active-low asynchronous reset - forces reconfiguration and clears internal state on falling edge |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Integrated DCMs | Enables precise clock generation and synchronization without external clock ICs or discrete PLLs |
| SelectIO Technology | Supports LVCMOS, LVTTL, SSTL, HSTL, and differential standards (LVDS, TMDS) across independent I/O banks |
| DSP48A1 Slices | Provides 18×25-bit signed multiply-accumulate per slice - accelerates FIR filters and motor control algorithms |
| Partial Reconfiguration | Allows dynamic logic swapping via ICAP port - reduces system downtime during field updates |
| ISE Design Suite Support | Full toolchain compatibility including synthesis, place-and-route, and bitstream generation for production deployment |
Applications
| Industrial PLC I/O Module | Video Interface Bridge |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Real-time digital I/O expansion with isolation and protocol translation (Modbus RTU to EtherCAT). IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: FPGA fabric implements protocol state machines, GPIO multiplexing, and timing-critical bus arbitration. Use Value: XC6SLX16-3FT256C delivers deterministic latency (<200 ns) and supports dual-bank I/O for mixed-voltage sensor/actuator interfacing. | Use Scenario: Converting HDMI 1.3a video streams to parallel RGB+HSYNC/VSYNC for LCD panel driving. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Acts as pixel clock domain translator and format converter using embedded block RAM and DCM-based clock synthesis. Use Value: XC6SLX16-3FT256C achieves sub-pixel timing accuracy with its 2 DCMs and supports 720p60 resolution at 74.25 MHz pixel clock. |
| PCIe Gen1 Endpoint | Motor Control Co-Processor |
Use Scenario: Low-cost PCIe add-in card for data acquisition with DMA-capable endpoint logic. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Implements PCIe hard IP wrapper, TLP parsing, and scatter-gather DMA controller in programmable logic. Use Value: XC6SLX16-3FT256C meets PCIe Gen1 electrical compliance and provides 128-bit AXI4-Lite interface to host processor. | Use Scenario: Field-oriented control (FOC) execution for 3-phase BLDC motors with real-time current sensing and PWM generation. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Hosts PID loops, space-vector modulation, and ADC interface logic with cycle-accurate timing. Use Value: XC6SLX16-3FT256C delivers <1 µs interrupt latency and integrates 12-bit ADC interface with 1 MSPS sampling rate support. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar FPGA-based control and interface applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| XC6SLX25-3FT256C | Higher logic capacity (24,051 CLBs), same package and speed grade | Better suited for designs requiring larger state machines or additional peripheral controllers | Select when >14K logic cells or extra block RAM (900 Kbits) is required without changing PCB layout |
| XC6SLX16-2FT256C | Same logic resources but -2 speed grade (lower max frequency, reduced power) | Preferred for cost-sensitive, thermally constrained, or lower-clock-rate applications | Choose when design timing closure is achieved at ≤400 MHz and lower static power is prioritized |
Compared with XC6SLX16-3FT256C, the XC6SLX25-3FT256C offers headroom for future feature expansion, while the XC6SLX16-2FT256C reduces dynamic power by ~18% at 300 MHz operation - both retain identical pinout and configuration interface.
Availability
XC6SLX16-3FT256C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial automation, video interface design, and PCIe endpoint development requiring stable component supply and long-term manufacturing support.
Supply support for XC6SLX16-3FT256C 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 continues development and support of the Spartan-6 FPGA family for cost-sensitive, high-volume embedded applications.
The Spartan-6 family was designed for low-power, high-performance logic integration in industrial control, video, and connectivity systems - balancing resource density, I/O flexibility, and ease of use.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the XC6SLX16-3FT256C?
The XC6SLX16-3FT256C is rated for -3 speed grade, guaranteeing timing closure up to 500 MHz for internal logic paths under specified voltage (1.2 V) and temperature (0–85°C) conditions. Actual system clock frequency depends on design complexity, routing, and I/O standard selection - verified via static timing analysis in Xilinx ISE.
Does the XC6SLX16-3FT256C support JTAG programming?
Yes, the XC6SLX16-3FT256C fully supports IEEE 1149.1 JTAG boundary-scan for programming, debugging, and verification. JTAG pins (TCK, TMS, TDI, TDO, TRTCK) are dedicated and electrically compatible with standard Xilinx download cables and third-party debug tools.
Can the XC6SLX16-3FT256C interface directly with DDR2 memory?
Yes, the XC6SLX16-3FT256C supports DDR2 SDRAM interfaces through its SelectIO technology and dedicated memory controller primitives. It meets JEDEC DDR2-800 timing requirements when used with appropriate board layout and termination - confirmed in Xilinx UG382 v1.11.
Is partial reconfiguration supported on the XC6SLX16-3FT256C?
Yes, partial reconfiguration is supported via the Internal Configuration Access Port (ICAP). The XC6SLX16-3FT256C allows dynamic loading of logic modules without resetting the entire device - enabling runtime adaptation in industrial and test equipment applications.
What configuration modes does the XC6SLX16-3FT256C support?
The XC6SLX16-3FT256C supports Master Serial (SPI flash), Slave Serial, SelectMAP (parallel x8/x16), and JTAG configuration modes. Mode selection is controlled by M[2:0] pins at power-up, allowing flexible boot strategies for different system architectures.
XC6SLX16-3FT256C Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Series:
- Spartan®-6 LX
- Package/Case:
- 256-LBGA
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Number of LABs/CLBs:
- 1139
- Number of Logic Elements/Cells:
- 14579
- Total RAM Bits:
- 589824
- Number of I/O:
- 186
- Number of Gates:
- -
- Voltage - Supply:
- 1.14V ~ 1.26V
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 85°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- 256-FTBGA (17x17)
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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The XC6SLX16-3FT256C part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for XC6SLX16-3FT256C:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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