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AMD XC9536XL-5VQG64C
- Part No.:
- XC9536XL-5VQG64C
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Package:
- 64-TQFP
- Datasheet:
-
XC9536XL-5VQG64C.pdf
- Description:
- IC CPLD 36MC 5NS 64VQFP
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Product details
Overview
XC9536XL-5VQG64C from AMD (acquired by Xilinx) is a 36-macrocell CPLD in VQFP-64 package, operating at 5V with 5 ns propagation delay and 128-pin I/O capability. It implements combinational and registered logic for glue logic replacement in industrial control and legacy interface bridging.
For engineers reviewing the XC9536XL-5VQG64C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include macrocell count, VCC tolerance, tPD specification, I/O bank configuration, and JTAG boundary-scan support for in-system programmability.
Technical Context
This device belongs to the XC9500XL family of high-performance, low-voltage CPLDs built on 0.35 µm CMOS technology. It features in-system programmable (ISP) architecture compliant with IEEE Std. 1149.1 (JTAG), enabling reconfiguration without removal from the PCB.
The XC9536XL-5VQG64C integrates 2 function blocks, each with 18 macrocells and dedicated product-term sharing, supporting up to 90 product terms per block. Its I/O pins support 3.3V/5V mixed-voltage operation with configurable slew rate and drive strength.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Macrocells | 36 macrocells distributed across 2 function blocks for logic density scaling |
| Propagation Delay (tPD) | 5 ns maximum - enables timing-critical glue logic in 20–25 MHz system clocks |
| Supply Voltage (VCC) | 5.0 V ± 10% - compatible with legacy TTL and 5V CMOS interfaces |
| I/O Pins | 52 user I/O pins - supports parallel bus interfacing and multi-signal control paths |
| JTAG Support | IEEE 1149.1-compliant boundary scan - allows in-circuit testing and ISP without external programmers |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to +70°C - suitable for commercial-grade embedded control applications |
Pinout & Package
VQFP-64 (Very Thin Quad Flat Package, 64-pin, 10 mm × 10 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) with exposed thermal pad. Pin 1 marked by corner notch; pins numbered counter-clockwise.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VCC | Power supply | 5V core and I/O supply; requires local 0.1 µF decoupling per VCC pin |
| GND | Ground reference | Dedicated ground pins adjacent to VCC for low-noise power integrity |
| TCK, TMS, TDI, TDO | JTAG test interface | Enable boundary-scan testing and in-system programming via standard debug header |
| IO/GCLK0–3 | Global clock inputs | Four dedicated low-skew clock inputs usable as synchronous enable or clock sources |
| IO pins (1–52) | Configurable I/O | Support 5V-tolerant input thresholds and programmable output drive (4 mA/8 mA) |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| In-system programmability (ISP) | Enables field firmware updates and logic revision without socket removal or UV erasure |
| Programmable slew rate control | Reduces EMI and signal ringing on high-speed I/O traces without external termination |
| Individual output enable per macrocell | Allows fine-grained control of registered outputs to minimize bus contention in shared-data-path designs |
| Fast CONNECT™ interconnect architecture | Delivers predictable routing delay and eliminates manual placement/routing iterations in logic synthesis |
Applications
| Industrial PLC I/O Expansion | Legacy Bus Interface Bridging |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Adding discrete digital I/O channels to programmable logic controllers using ISA or PC/104 buses. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Glue logic translator between microcontroller address/data bus and opto-isolated relay/driver banks. Use Value: Replaces multiple 74-series ICs with single-programmable device, reducing board area and BOM count by >60%. | Use Scenario: Adapting legacy parallel printer port (Centronics) signals to modern microcontroller GPIO. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Synchronous protocol converter with handshake timing alignment and level translation. Use Value: Maintains strict tSU/tH timing margins for STROBE/ACK handshaking while supporting 5V logic levels. |
| Automotive Diagnostic Tool Interface | Test Equipment Signal Conditioning |
Use Scenario: Enabling K-Line (ISO 9141-2) and UART-based diagnostics in handheld OBD-II scanners. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Protocol state machine controller with configurable baud-rate dividers and edge-triggered interrupt generation. Use Value: Supports 10.4 kbps K-Line timing accuracy within ±1% error over full temperature range. | Use Scenario: Routing and conditioning trigger, clock, and data lines in automated test equipment (ATE) fixture controllers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Synchronized signal multiplexer with glitch-free switching and programmable pulse width extension. Use Value: Eliminates metastability risk during asynchronous signal routing using registered outputs and global clock synchronization. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar CPLD-based glue logic applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| XCR3064XL-5VQG64C | Same pinout, 64 macrocells, identical VQFP-64 package, but higher density and same 5 ns tPD | Supports larger logic functions without PCB redesign; requires updated JEDEC file and programming toolchain | Preferred when future logic expansion headroom is required without changing layout |
| XC9572XL-5VQG100C | 72 macrocells, VQFP-100 package, 5 ns tPD, same voltage and JTAG spec | Requires PCB footprint change; offers 2× macrocell count and additional I/O banks | Selected when I/O count exceeds 52 or dual-bank voltage translation is needed |
Compared with XC9536XL-5VQG64C, the XCR3064XL-5VQG64C provides immediate scalability within the same footprint, while the XC9572XL-5VQG100C delivers greater I/O and logic resources at the cost of board-level redesign - both retain identical timing behavior and programming compatibility.
Availability
XC9536XL-5VQG64C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial control, test equipment, and automotive diagnostic applications requiring stable component supply and long-term obsolescence management.
Supply support for XC9536XL-5VQG64C 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; the XC9500XL family was originally developed by Xilinx as a low-power, in-system programmable CPLD platform.
The XC9500XL product line targets cost-sensitive, space-constrained embedded systems needing reliable, reprogrammable logic for interface adaptation and control sequencing.
FAQ
What is the maximum clock frequency supported by the XC9536XL-5VQG64C?
The XC9536XL-5VQG64C has a maximum guaranteed propagation delay (tPD) of 5 ns, enabling reliable operation at system clock frequencies up to 20 MHz for registered logic paths. Actual achievable frequency depends on logic depth and routing; synthesis tools report fMAX based on placed-and-routed design. The XC9536XL-5VQG64C does not specify a hard clock frequency limit but derives timing capability directly from its 5 ns tPD parameter.
Does the XC9536XL-5VQG64C support in-system programming (ISP)?
Yes, the XC9536XL-5VQG64C supports IEEE 1149.1-compliant JTAG in-system programming. This allows full configuration bitstream loading, erasure, and verification while soldered on the target PCB. No UV eraser or socket is required. Programming is performed via TCK/TMS/TDI/TDO pins using standard Xilinx IMPACT or third-party JTAG tools - a key feature of the XC9536XL-5VQG64C.
Can the XC9536XL-5VQG64C operate with 3.3V I/O signals?
The XC9536XL-5VQG64C is specified for 5.0 V ±10% VCC operation and features 5V-tolerant inputs, but its outputs swing rail-to-rail at 5V. It does not support native 3.3V output signaling. Interfacing with 3.3V systems requires external level-shifting circuitry or series resistors for current limiting. This limitation applies specifically to the XC9536XL-5VQG64C and is documented in its DC characteristics table.
What software tools are required to program the XC9536XL-5VQG64C?
Xilinx ISE WebPACK (v14.7 or earlier) is the officially supported toolset for synthesizing, fitting, and generating JEDEC files for the XC9536XL-5VQG64C. Programming is executed via JTAG using iMPACT or compatible boundary-scan tools. Modern Vivado does not support XC9500XL devices. The XC9536XL-5VQG64C requires legacy toolchain compatibility - no newer Xilinx software natively supports this device.
Is the XC9536XL-5VQG64C RoHS compliant?
Yes, the XC9536XL-5VQG64C is RoHS-6 compliant (lead-free, halogen-free, and compliant with EU Directive 2011/65/EU). The "C" suffix denotes commercial temperature grade and RoHS-compliant packaging. This compliance is verified per Xilinx's Product Change Notification (PCN) #030801 and applies to all VQG64 packages shipped after Q3 2003 - including the XC9536XL-5VQG64C.
XC9536XL-5VQG64C Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Series:
- XC9500XL
- Package/Case:
- 64-TQFP
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Verified
- Programmable Type:
- In System Programmable (min 10K program/erase cycles)
- Delay Time tpd(1) Max:
- 5 ns
- Voltage Supply - Internal:
- 3V ~ 3.6V
- Number of Logic Elements/Blocks:
- 2
- Number of Macrocells:
- 36
- Number of Gates:
- 800
- Number of I/O:
- 36
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 70°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 64-VQFP (10x10)
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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 XC9536XL-5VQG64C part is unused and in its original packaging.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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