AMD XC6VLX240T-2FF1156I

Overview

XC6VLX240T-2FF1156I from AMD (formerly Xilinx) is a high-performance 40 nm FPGA featuring 240,960 logic cells, 15,360 DSP48E1 slices, and 12.8 Gb/s transceiver capability in a 1156-pin Flip-Chip Fine-Pitch BGA package. It targets high-speed serial interface implementation in radar signal processing systems.

For engineers reviewing the XC6VLX240T-2FF1156I datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection factors include transceiver line rate, I/O bank voltage support, configuration mode options, and thermal performance under sustained 2.0 GHz clocking.

Technical Context

The XC6VLX240T-2FF1156I implements a hierarchical FPGA architecture with configurable logic blocks (CLBs), block RAM (BRAM) up to 15,120 kbits, and integrated PCIe Gen2 x8 endpoint capability. Its transceivers support protocols including SATA, SRIO, and CPRI at data rates up to 12.8 Gb/s.

It uses SelectIO technology supporting LVDS, SSTL, HSTL, and differential signaling standards across 24 I/O banks. Configuration is performed via Master SPI, Slave Serial, or JTAG modes with AES bitstream encryption support.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC6VLX240T-2FF1156I is housed in a 1156-pin Flip-Chip Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FF1156) package with 35 × 35 mm body size, 1.0 mm ball pitch, and thermal lid for enhanced heat dissipation in high-clock-rate operation.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XC6VLX240T-2FF1156I, the XCKU060-2FFVA1156I offers superior power efficiency and logic capacity but lacks native PCIe Gen2, while the XC7VX485T-2FFG1761I delivers higher serial bandwidth and I/O count at the cost of mechanical incompatibility and increased board complexity.

Availability

XC6VLX240T-2FF1156I is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for radar signal processing, medical imaging backend, wireless baseband unit, and test & measurement equipment requiring stable component supply across long-life industrial programs.

Supply support for XC6VLX240T-2FF1156I 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 delivering adaptive computing solutions, including FPGAs, adaptive SoCs, and AI accelerators for data center, edge, and embedded markets.

The Virtex-6 family, including XC6VLX240T-2FF1156I, was designed for high-bandwidth, low-latency signal processing in aerospace, defense, and wired/wireless infrastructure applications.

FAQ

What is the maximum supported transceiver line rate for XC6VLX240T-2FF1156I?

The XC6VLX240T-2FF1156I supports a maximum transceiver line rate of 12.8 Gb/s per lane. This enables compliance with CPRI v6.0, SATA 3.0, and SRIO Gen2 protocols. The transceiver architecture uses dedicated PLLs and clock data recovery circuits optimized for jitter tolerance below 1.0 UI at full rate. XC6VLX240T-2FF1156I achieves this performance within specified junction temperature limits.

Does XC6VLX240T-2FF1156I include hard IP for PCI Express?

Yes, XC6VLX240T-2FF1156I integrates a hard PCIe Gen2 x8 endpoint block compliant with PCI Express Base Specification 2.1. It supports both root port and endpoint configurations via configuration space registers. The hard IP eliminates the need for soft-core implementation, reducing logic utilization and improving timing closure. XC6VLX240T-2FF1156I delivers deterministic latency and full link training capability without external PHY.

What configuration modes are supported by XC6VLX240T-2FF1156I?

XC6VLX240T-2FF1156I supports Master SPI, Slave Serial, and JTAG configuration modes. Master SPI enables autonomous boot from external flash without host processor involvement. Slave Serial allows configuration by an external controller over a 1-bit or 2-bit interface. JTAG supports boundary-scan testing and in-system programming. XC6VLX240T-2FF1156I also supports fallback configuration and multi-boot using address lines.

What is the operating temperature range for XC6VLX240T-2FF1156I?

XC6VLX240T-2FF1156I is rated for industrial temperature operation from –40 °C to +100 °C case temperature. This rating applies to the FF1156 package with thermal lid and standard PCB mounting conditions. Thermal derating is required above 85 °C ambient depending on airflow and power dissipation. XC6VLX240T-2FF1156I includes on-die temperature sensors for real-time monitoring and thermal throttling control.

How many I/O banks does XC6VLX240T-2FF1156I have, and what voltage standards do they support?

XC6VLX240T-2FF1156I features 24 SelectIO I/O banks, each independently configurable for 1.2 V, 1.5 V, 1.8 V, 2.5 V, or 3.3 V operation. Each bank supports LVCMOS, LVTTL, SSTL, HSTL, and differential standards including LVDS and TMDS. Bank-specific VCCO and VRN/VRP termination voltages are programmable. XC6VLX240T-2FF1156I maintains signal integrity across mixed-voltage interfaces without level-shifting components.