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AMD XC7A50T-L1CPG236I
- Part No.:
- XC7A50T-L1CPG236I
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Category:
- FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array)
- Package:
- 238-LFBGA, CSPBGA
- Datasheet:
-
XC7A50T-L1CPG236I.pdf
- Description:
- IC FPGA 106 I/O 238CSBGA
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Product details
Overview
XC7A50T-L1CPG236I from AMD is a Kintex-7 family FPGA with 47,520 logic cells, 2.55 Gbps transceiver capability, and -1L speed grade in a 236-pin CPGBGA package. It integrates 280 DSP slices and 2.9 Mb of block RAM, targeting high-performance embedded vision and industrial control applications.
For engineers reviewing the XC7A50T-L1CPG236I datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection factors include I/O voltage support (1.2–3.3 V), transceiver compliance (PCIe Gen2, SATA), thermal performance (-40°C to +100°C), and configuration interface options (SPI, SelectMAP).
Technical Context
The XC7A50T-L1CPG236I implements a 28 nm HKMG process architecture with configurable logic blocks (CLBs), dedicated DSP48E1 slices for arithmetic acceleration, and integrated multi-gigabit transceivers supporting line rates up to 2.55 Gbps. It supports JTAG, SPI, and SelectMAP configuration modes with dual-boot capability.
Its I/O bank structure enables mixed-voltage operation across 12 banks, each supporting LVCMOS, LVDS, TMDS, and sub-LVDS standards. The device includes clock management tiles with MMCM and PLL primitives for jitter reduction and frequency synthesis.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Logic Cells | 47,520 - total programmable LUTs + flip-flops for custom digital logic implementation |
| Block RAM | 2.9 Mb - distributed memory resources usable as FIFOs, buffers, or lookup tables |
| DSP Slices | 280 - fixed-point multiply-accumulate units optimized for filtering and math-intensive algorithms |
| Transceiver Speed | 2.55 Gbps - supports PCIe Gen2 x2, SATA II, and 1000BASE-X protocols without external retimers |
| I/O Pins | 145 - user-configurable single-ended and differential I/Os across 12 banks |
| Speed Grade | -1L - guaranteed timing performance at 100°C junction temperature with lower power consumption |
| Operating Temp | -40°C to +100°C - qualified for extended industrial environments without derating |
Pinout & Package
XC7A50T-L1CPG236I is housed in a 236-pin, 15 mm × 15 mm, 0.8 mm pitch CPGBGA (Chip Scale Plastic Ball Grid Array) package with exposed thermal pad for enhanced heat dissipation in high-density PCB layouts.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| M15 | CONFIG_DONE | Open-drain output signaling successful configuration completion; used for system boot sequencing |
| P14 | INIT_B | Active-low open-drain status signal indicating configuration controller readiness or error condition |
| T13 | CCLK | Configuration clock input for master SPI mode; drives internal configuration logic timing |
| R15 | PROGRAM_B | Active-low asynchronous reset that clears configuration memory and initiates reconfiguration |
| U18 | M0–M2 | Mode pins selecting configuration source (SPI, BPI, or SelectMAP) at power-up |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Integrated Clock Management | Two MMCMs and one PLL per device enable precise clock synthesis, phase alignment, and jitter cleaning for multi-clock domain systems |
| Partial Reconfiguration Support | Allows dynamic logic module updates without full device reset-critical for real-time adaptive systems like radar beamforming |
| AXI Interconnect Compatibility | Native support for AXI3/AXI4 protocols simplifies integration with ARM-based processing systems and soft-core microcontrollers |
| UltraFast Carry Chain | Optimized arithmetic path enabling >500 MHz counter and accumulator operation in critical timing paths |
| Configurable I/O Standards | Per-bank voltage selection (1.2 V to 3.3 V) and programmable drive strength allow direct interfacing with legacy and modern peripherals |
Applications
| Industrial Machine Vision | Automated Test Equipment |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Real-time image preprocessing on factory-floor cameras using pixel-level filtering and edge detection. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: FPGA fabric executes parallel pixel pipelines; transceivers stream raw sensor data at 1.2 Gbps over Camera Link-compatible interfaces. Use Value: 280 DSP slices accelerate Sobel and Gaussian kernels; -1L speed grade ensures deterministic latency under thermal stress. | Use Scenario: High-speed digital pattern generation and response analysis for semiconductor wafer probing. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Configurable I/O banks drive DUT signals at 200+ MHz while capturing responses with sub-nanosecond timing resolution. Use Value: 145 user I/Os support multi-site parallel test; block RAM buffers capture transient failure signatures without host dependency. |
| Medical Imaging Interface | Avionics Data Concentrator |
Use Scenario: Aggregating and formatting ultrasound echo data from multiple analog front-ends before transmission to GPU subsystems. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: FPGA acts as protocol bridge between ADC interfaces (LVDS) and PCIe Gen2 endpoint, managing DMA and scatter-gather descriptors. Use Value: 2.55 Gbps transceivers sustain full-duplex 1080p@60fps streaming; AXI compatibility reduces driver development time. | Use Scenario: Consolidating ARINC 429, MIL-STD-1553, and discrete I/O signals into a unified Ethernet backbone for flight control computers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Time-triggered logic synchronizes message scheduling; MMCMs generate jitter-clean clocks for deterministic bus arbitration. Use Value: -40°C to +100°C rating meets DO-160E Section 22 Category A environmental requirements; partial reconfiguration enables in-flight firmware patching. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar FPGA-based logic acceleration applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| XC7A35T-L1CPG236I | Fewer logic cells (21,860), reduced DSP slices (180), same package and speed grade | Limited to lower-complexity vision preprocessing or simpler protocol bridging tasks | Select when design fits within 45% of XC7A50T-L1CPG236I resource utilization and cost sensitivity outweighs headroom needs |
| XCKU035-L1FFVA676E | Kintex UltraScale architecture, 280,000 logic cells, 24.7 Gbps transceivers, larger 676-pin FCBGA package | Targets higher-bandwidth applications such as 4K video encoding or multi-lane PCIe Gen3 endpoints | Choose only if XC7A50T-L1CPG236I lacks sufficient bandwidth or logic density, accepting higher BOM cost and layout complexity |
Compared with XC7A35T-L1CPG236I, XC7A50T-L1CPG236I delivers 117% more logic and 56% more DSP resources in identical footprint; versus XCKU035-L1FFVA676E, it offers proven industrial qualification at lower power and cost, but with half the transceiver bandwidth and no PCIe Gen3 support.
Availability
XC7A50T-L1CPG236I is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial machine vision, automated test equipment, and avionics data concentrators requiring stable component supply across long production lifecycles.
Supply support for XC7A50T-L1CPG236I 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 leader delivering adaptive computing solutions for data centers, AI, embedded systems, and client devices through its Adaptive SoC and FPGA product lines.
The Kintex-7 family, including XC7A50T-L1CPG236I, was engineered for high-performance, cost-sensitive applications demanding balanced logic density, transceiver bandwidth, and power efficiency in industrial and aerospace environments.
FAQ
What is the maximum supported transceiver line rate for XC7A50T-L1CPG236I?
The XC7A50T-L1CPG236I supports a maximum transceiver line rate of 2.55 Gbps. This enables compliance with PCIe Gen2 (5 GT/s encoded, ~2.5 Gbps raw), SATA II (3 Gbps), and 1000BASE-X Ethernet standards. The transceivers are implemented using GTP technology and require proper reference clock routing and termination per UG476.
Does XC7A50T-L1CPG236I support partial reconfiguration?
Yes, XC7A50T-L1CPG236I supports partial reconfiguration through Vivado Design Suite tools. This allows dynamic updating of specific logic regions without resetting the entire device, enabling runtime adaptation in applications like radar waveform switching or protocol stack upgrades. Configuration memory partitioning and bitstream encryption are required for secure implementation.
What configuration modes are supported by XC7A50T-L1CPG236I?
XC7A50T-L1CPG236I supports master SPI, slave SPI, SelectMAP, and JTAG configuration modes. Mode selection is controlled by M0–M2 pins at power-up. Master SPI is commonly used for standalone boot from serial flash; JTAG is reserved for debugging and programming during development and field service.
Is XC7A50T-L1CPG236I qualified for extended temperature operation?
Yes, XC7A50T-L1CPG236I is rated for operation from -40°C to +100°C ambient temperature, meeting extended industrial specifications. This qualification applies to the -1L speed grade in the CPGBGA package and is verified per AMD's reliability testing standards, including HTOL and temperature cycling.
How many user I/O pins does XC7A50T-L1CPG236I provide?
XC7A50T-L1CPG236I provides 145 user-configurable I/O pins across 12 I/O banks. Each bank supports independent VCCO voltage selection (1.2 V to 3.3 V) and programmable drive strength, enabling mixed-signal interfacing with sensors, memory, and communication peripherals without level-shifting components.
XC7A50T-L1CPG236I 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:
- 4075
- Number of Logic Elements/Cells:
- 52160
- Total RAM Bits:
- 2764800
- 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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