AMD XC6SLX25-3FG484C
- Part No.:
- XC6SLX25-3FG484C
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Category:
- FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array)
- Package:
- 484-BBGA
- Datasheet:
-
XC6SLX25-3FG484C.pdf
- Description:
- IC FPGA 266 I/O 484FBGA
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Product details
Overview
XC6SLX25-3FG484C from AMD (formerly Xilinx) is a Spartan-6 FPGA featuring 24,051 logic cells, 18 Kbits of block RAM, and 186 user I/Os in a 484-pin Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FBGA) package. It operates at -3 speed grade (fastest in Spartan-6 family) with 1.2 V core voltage and supports LVCMOS, LVTTL, SSTL, and differential signaling standards.
For engineers reviewing the XC6SLX25-3FG484C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection factors include I/O count, speed grade timing closure, embedded memory depth, transceiver absence, and industrial temperature range suitability.
Technical Context
The XC6SLX25-3FG484C implements a configurable logic fabric based on 6-input LUTs and flip-flops, with dedicated DSP48A1 slices for arithmetic operations and CMT clock management tiles supporting PLLs and DCMs. It lacks integrated transceivers, limiting high-speed serial interface use.
Configuration is performed via Master SPI, Slave Serial, or JTAG modes using external PROM or processor-controlled loading. The device supports partial reconfiguration and includes internal configuration monitoring with CRC checking.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Logic Cells | 24,051 - determines maximum combinational/sequential logic capacity for custom digital functions |
| Block RAM | 18 Kbits - provides on-chip memory for FIFOs, buffers, or small lookup tables without external memory |
| User I/Os | 186 - supports parallel interfaces, GPIO expansion, and multi-standard signal routing |
| Speed Grade | -3 - guarantees worst-case timing performance at highest operating frequency in Spartan-6 family |
| Core Voltage | 1.2 V - defines power delivery network requirements and impacts dynamic/static power consumption |
| Operating Temp | 0°C to +85°C - qualifies for commercial and industrial ambient environments |
| Package | 484-pin FBGA (23×23 mm, 1.0 mm pitch) - dictates PCB layout density and thermal dissipation capability |
Pinout & Package
XC6SLX25-3FG484C is housed in a 484-ball fine-pitch BGA (FG484) package with 23×23 array, 1.0 mm ball pitch, and standard I/O ballout including dedicated configuration, clock, and JTAG pins.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| G1 | CONFIG_DONE | Open-drain output indicating successful configuration completion |
| H2 | INIT_B | Active-low open-drain status signal reflecting configuration memory readiness |
| K1 | PROGRAM_B | Active-low input initiating configuration reset and clearing configuration memory |
| M2 | TCK | JTAG test clock input for boundary-scan and debug access |
| N1 | TMS | JTAG test mode select controlling state machine transitions |
| P1 | TDO | JTAG test data output carrying scan-out results |
| R1 | TDI | JTAG test data input shifting instructions and data into device |
| U1 | CCLK | Configuration clock output driving external PROM or master SPI clock |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dedicated DSP48A1 Slices | 64 slices enable efficient multiply-accumulate and filtering operations without LUT resource overhead |
| Clock Management Tiles (CMT) | Two CMTs each containing DCM and PLL support jitter reduction, frequency synthesis, and phase alignment |
| Embedded Memory Blocks | 18 Kbits of distributed and block RAM allow local data storage with single-cycle access latency |
| Multi-Standard I/O Support | Supports LVCMOS, LVTTL, SSTL, HSTL, and differential standards enabling direct interfacing with diverse peripherals |
| Partial Reconfiguration | Enables dynamic logic module swapping during operation to reduce gate count and increase functional density |
Applications
| Industrial Control Interface | Video Frame Buffering |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Real-time PLC I/O expansion with deterministic timing and fieldbus protocol bridging. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Configurable logic controller implementing custom state machines and parallel bus arbitration. Use Value: 186 user I/Os and -3 speed grade ensure tight cycle timing for servo control loops and sensor sampling. | Use Scenario: SD/HD video capture system buffering frames between image sensor and host processor. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Synchronous memory controller managing dual-port block RAM as frame buffer. Use Value: 18 Kbits of on-chip block RAM eliminates need for external SRAM, reducing board area and power. |
| Communications Protocol Gateway | Test Equipment Logic Analyzer Core |
Use Scenario: Bridging Modbus RTU over RS-485 to Ethernet TCP/IP in edge gateway devices. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Protocol translation engine with UART, SPI, and MAC interface logic. Use Value: Multi-standard I/O supports both RS-485 differential signaling and 3.3 V Ethernet PHY interface levels. | Use Scenario: Portable logic analyzer capturing parallel bus signals at up to 100 MHz. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-speed acquisition controller with deep sample memory and trigger logic. Use Value: -3 speed grade enables reliable 100 MHz sampling clock generation and synchronous capture logic. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar FPGA-based logic implementation applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| XC6SLX16-3CPG196C | Fewer logic cells (14,579), smaller 196-pin CSBGA package, lower I/O count (102) | Suitable for space-constrained designs with reduced logic density requirements | Select when board area and cost are prioritized over I/O count and logic capacity |
| XC6SLX45-3FGG484C | Higher logic density (43,661 cells), same FG484 package, identical speed grade and temperature range | Required for larger state machines, more complex protocols, or expanded peripheral integration | Choose when XC6SLX25-3FG484C resources are insufficient but same footprint and timing behavior are needed |
Compared with XC6SLX25-3FG484C, XC6SLX16-3CPG196C trades logic and I/O for compactness and lower cost, while XC6SLX45-3FGG484C extends capacity within identical mechanical and timing constraints-enabling scalable design reuse.
Availability
XC6SLX25-3FG484C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial control interface, video frame buffering, communications protocol gateway, and test equipment logic analyzer core applications requiring stable component supply and long-term production support.
Supply support for XC6SLX25-3FG484C 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 and markets adaptive computing platforms including FPGAs, adaptive SoCs, and AI engines.
The Spartan-6 family was designed for cost-sensitive, high-volume applications requiring low-power logic implementation, embedded processing, and flexible I/O interfacing-targeting industrial, automotive, and consumer systems.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency supported by XC6SLX25-3FG484C?
The XC6SLX25-3FG484C is rated at speed grade -3, the highest in the Spartan-6 family, guaranteeing timing closure up to 667 MHz for internal logic paths under specified conditions. Actual achievable frequency depends on design complexity, placement, and routing. The XC6SLX25-3FG484C datasheet specifies setup/hold times and clock-to-out delays that define real-world limits for synchronous logic blocks.
Does XC6SLX25-3FG484C include built-in transceivers for high-speed serial communication?
No, the XC6SLX25-3FG484C does not integrate high-speed serial transceivers. It relies on programmable I/O banks supporting LVDS, TMDS, and other differential standards for moderate-speed serial links. For PCIe, SATA, or Gigabit Ethernet physical layer support, external PHY devices or higher-tier Spartan-6 variants with GTP transceivers must be used instead of the XC6SLX25-3FG484C.
What configuration methods are supported by XC6SLX25-3FG484C?
The XC6SLX25-3FG484C supports Master SPI, Slave Serial, JTAG, and Boundary Scan configuration modes. External SPI flash is commonly used for autonomous startup, while JTAG enables programming and debugging during development. The XC6SLX25-3FG484C also allows processor-controlled configuration via its SelectMAP interface for dynamic reconfiguration scenarios.
Can XC6SLX25-3FG484C operate in extended temperature ranges?
The XC6SLX25-3FG484C is specified for 0°C to +85°C operation (Commercial/Industrial grade). It is not qualified for extended temperature ranges such as -40°C to +100°C. For harsh-environment applications, designers must select the XC6SLX25-3FG484I variant (industrial grade) or consider alternative families like Artix-7 with extended temp options-not the XC6SLX25-3FG484C.
How many clock management resources does XC6SLX25-3FG484C provide?
The XC6SLX25-3FG484C integrates two Clock Management Tiles (CMTs), each containing one Digital Clock Manager (DCM) and one Phase-Locked Loop (PLL). These support clock multiplication, division, phase shifting, and duty cycle correction. This architecture enables precise clock domain crossing and jitter reduction across multiple synchronous subsystems in the XC6SLX25-3FG484C design.
XC6SLX25-3FG484C Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Series:
- Spartan®-6 LX
- Package/Case:
- 484-BBGA
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Number of LABs/CLBs:
- 1879
- Number of Logic Elements/Cells:
- 24051
- Total RAM Bits:
- 958464
- Number of I/O:
- 266
- 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:
- 484-FBGA (23x23)
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