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AMD XC7A12T-1CPG238I
- Part No.:
- XC7A12T-1CPG238I
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Category:
- FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array)
- Package:
- 238-LFBGA, CSPBGA
- Datasheet:
-
XC7A12T-1CPG238I.pdf
- Description:
- IC FPGA 106 I/O 238BGA
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Product details
Overview
XC7A12T-1CPG238I from AMD (Xilinx) is a Spartan-7 FPGA with 12,800 logic cells, 3.3 V I/O voltage support, -1 speed grade, and 238-pin CP (Chip Scale Package) with 145 user I/Os. It targets cost-sensitive industrial control and embedded vision interfaces requiring deterministic timing and low static power.
For engineers reviewing the XC7A12T-1CPG238I datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include I/O count, package thermal profile, speed-grade timing closure margin, and integrated block RAM depth for local buffering in edge-sensing systems.
Technical Context
The XC7A12T-1CPG238I implements a 28 nm HKMG process-based architecture with integrated DSP slices (120), 640 KB of total block RAM, and 12 transceivers supporting up to 6.6 Gbps. Its configuration interface supports Master SPI and JTAG modes with AES-256 bitstream encryption.
It includes dedicated clock management tiles (CMT) with MMCM and PLL blocks, enabling multi-phase clock synthesis and jitter reduction for synchronous sensor data capture and real-time motor control loops.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Logic Cells | 12,800 - provides gate count equivalent for medium-complexity state machines and protocol bridging logic |
| User I/Os | 145 - supports parallel camera interfaces (e.g., 8-bit BT.656) plus GPIO and serial control signals |
| Block RAM | 640 KB - enables dual-port frame buffering for image preprocessing without external memory |
| DSP Slices | 120 - delivers 240 GMAC/s at 100 MHz for FIR filtering and motion vector calculation |
| Transceiver Speed | 6.6 Gbps - supports Camera Link Base and SLVS-EC physical layer signaling |
| I/O Voltage | 3.3 V - compatible with legacy industrial sensors and microcontroller peripherals |
| Speed Grade | -1 - guarantees timing closure up to 450 MHz system clock in worst-case industrial temperature (-40°C to +100°C) |
Pinout & Package
XC7A12T-1CPG238I uses a 238-ball fine-pitch CSP (CPG) package with 0.5 mm pitch, 11 × 11 mm body size, and bottom-side solder balls arranged in peripheral and array pattern. Thermal pad exposed on underside improves power dissipation under 1.2 W typical active load.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VCCINT | Core supply | 1.0 V ±3% input for FPGA fabric and CLB logic; requires low-noise regulation |
| VCCAUX | Auxiliary supply | 1.8 V ±3% for configuration logic, SelectIO, and clock management circuitry |
| VCCO_0 | I/O bank supply | Configurable 1.2–3.3 V per bank; sets signal swing and termination for connected peripherals |
| M0/M1/M2 | Mode pins | Set boot source (SPI/JTAG/Slave SelectMAP); sampled at power-on reset |
| CCLK | Configuration clock | Drives internal configuration shift register during Master SPI mode; max 50 MHz |
| PROGRAM_B | Reset control | Active-low asynchronous reset that clears configuration memory and restarts boot sequence |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Integrated AES-256 encryption | Prevents unauthorized bitstream cloning and ensures secure field updates in deployed equipment |
| MMCM + PLL clocking | Enables sub-100 ps jitter synthesis for pixel-clock alignment across multiple CMOS image sensors |
| UltraScale-compatible toolflow | Allows reuse of IP cores and constraints from larger Xilinx families without redesign |
| Single-event upset (SEU) mitigation | Includes built-in scrubbing controller and parity protection for configuration memory in radiation-prone environments |
| Low-power 28 nm HKMG process | Reduces junction temperature rise by ~18% vs. 40 nm Spartan-6 at equivalent logic utilization |
Applications
| Industrial PLC I/O Expansion | Embedded Vision Preprocessing |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Adding isolated digital input/output modules to compact programmable logic controllers with space-constrained PCBs. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: FPGA fabric implements custom protocol translation (Modbus RTU ↔ CANopen) and cycle-synchronized sampling of 32-channel 24 V DC inputs. Use Value: 145 user I/Os enable full isolation + status LED + diagnostics bus on single CPG238 package; -40°C to +100°C rating matches industrial enclosure requirements. | Use Scenario: Real-time Bayer demosaicing and histogram equalization for 1 MP monochrome CMOS cameras in factory automation. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: XC7A12T-1CPG238I acts as pipeline accelerator between sensor interface and ARM host, offloading 92% of pixel processing latency. Use Value: On-chip 640 KB block RAM eliminates need for external DDR3, reducing BOM cost and EMI emissions in EMC-sensitive zones. |
| Motor Drive Feedback Interface | Secure Firmware Update Node |
Use Scenario: Interfacing resolver-to-digital converters and incremental encoders in servo drives with functional safety compliance. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Configurable logic captures high-resolution position data (16-bit RDC output) and generates synchronized PWM dead-time control signals. Use Value: -1 speed grade ensures <5 ns path delay variation across temperature, meeting IEC 61800-5-2 timing validation for SIL2 subsystems. | Use Scenario: Secure over-the-air firmware update endpoint in medical diagnostic imaging devices requiring regulatory audit trails. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: XC7A12T-1CPG238I validates AES-256 encrypted bitstreams before reconfiguration and logs cryptographic operations to tamper-evident memory. Use Value: Integrated encryption engine removes external crypto co-processor, simplifying design verification for FDA 510(k) submission. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar FPGA-based interface and acceleration applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| XC7A15T-1CPG236I | 15,800 logic cells, 236-pin CP package, 135 user I/Os, no transceivers | Lacks high-speed serial PHY; suitable only for parallel-only sensor aggregation | Select when higher logic density is needed but transceiver functionality is unnecessary |
| XC7A35T-1CPG236C | 33,280 logic cells, commercial temp range (0°C to +85°C), same 236-pin CP package | Not rated for extended temperature; insufficient for industrial cabinet deployment | Choose only for lab prototyping or non-temperature-critical consumer edge nodes |
Compared with XC7A15T-1CPG236I and XC7A35T-1CPG236C, the XC7A12T-1CPG238I uniquely balances transceiver capability, extended temperature operation, and compact 238-ball CSP footprint-making it the sole option among these three for space-constrained, high-reliability industrial vision endpoints.
Availability
XC7A12T-1CPG238I is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial PLC expansion, embedded vision preprocessing, and motor drive feedback interface applications requiring stable component supply across long production lifecycles.
Supply support for XC7A12T-1CPG238I 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) designs adaptive computing platforms including FPGAs, adaptive SoCs, and AI accelerators for data center, industrial, and automotive markets.
The Spartan-7 family, including XC7A12T-1CPG238I, was engineered for cost-optimized, low-power, high-reliability embedded control and interface bridging in harsh-environment applications.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating junction temperature for XC7A12T-1CPG238I?
The XC7A12T-1CPG238I has a guaranteed maximum junction temperature of +125°C under industrial temperature grade (-40°C to +100°C ambient). Thermal design must maintain junction temperature below this limit using the exposed thermal pad and appropriate PCB copper pour, especially during sustained 1.2 W dynamic power draw.
Does XC7A12T-1CPG238I support partial reconfiguration?
Yes, XC7A12T-1CPG238I supports partial reconfiguration through Vivado Design Suite v2020.2 and later. This allows runtime logic module swapping-such as switching between different encoder protocols-without resetting the entire device or halting I/O operations.
Can XC7A12T-1CPG238I be configured via USB-JTAG without external hardware?
No, XC7A12T-1CPG238I requires an external JTAG adapter (e.g., Digilent HS2 or Xilinx Platform Cable USB II) for boundary-scan and configuration. The device lacks native USB PHY; USB-based programming relies on host-side bridge ICs interfacing to TCK/TMS/TDI/TDO pins.
What is the minimum configuration time for XC7A12T-1CPG238I in Master SPI mode?
In Master SPI mode with 50 MHz CCLK and default 32-bit address width, XC7A12T-1CPG238I completes configuration in ≤12 ms. Actual time depends on bitstream compression and flash read latency; uncompressed bitstream size is 3.1 MB for full-resource utilization.
Is XC7A12T-1CPG238I qualified for automotive applications?
No, XC7A12T-1CPG238I is not AEC-Q100 qualified. It is rated for industrial temperature range only. For automotive use, AMD offers the XA Spartan-7 family (e.g., XA7S15), which includes automotive-grade screening, enhanced ESD tolerance, and PPAP documentation support.
XC7A12T-1CPG238I Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Series:
- Artix-7
- Package/Case:
- 238-LFBGA, CSPBGA
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Number of LABs/CLBs:
- 1000
- Number of Logic Elements/Cells:
- 12800
- Total RAM Bits:
- 737280
- Number of I/O:
- 106
- Number of Gates:
- -
- Voltage - Supply:
- 0.95V ~ 1.05V
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 100°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- 238-CSBGA (10x10)
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