AMD XCS05XL-4VQ100C
- Part No.:
- XCS05XL-4VQ100C
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Category:
- FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array)
- Package:
- 100-TQFP
- Datasheet:
-
XCS05XL-4VQ100C.pdf
- Description:
- IC FPGA 77 I/O 100VQFP
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Product details
Overview
XCS05XL-4VQ100C from AMD is a Spartan-XL family FPGA with 5,000 usable gates, 100-pin VQFP package, 4.5 ns typical I/O delay, and support for 3.3 V LVTTL I/O standards. It serves as a reconfigurable logic fabric in industrial control modules requiring deterministic timing and low-power operation.
For engineers reviewing the XCS05XL-4VQ100C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include gate count, I/O voltage compatibility, propagation delay, configuration mode (JTAG/serial), and thermal performance in convection-cooled enclosures.
Technical Context
The XCS05XL-4VQ100C implements a segmented architecture with configurable logic blocks (CLBs), input/output blocks (IOBs), and interconnect resources. It uses SRAM-based configuration with external PROM or JTAG programming and supports IEEE 1149.1 boundary-scan testing.
It operates over 0 °C to 70 °C ambient temperature, requires 3.3 V ±5% core and I/O supply, and achieves maximum system clock frequency of 125 MHz under typical conditions with full static timing analysis.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Logic Gates | 5,000 usable gates - defines maximum combinational logic capacity for control state machines or data path logic. |
| Package | VQFP-100 - 100-lead Very Thin Quad Flat Package, 14 mm × 14 mm, 0.5 mm pitch, suitable for surface-mount assembly with standard reflow profiles. |
| I/O Delay | 4.5 ns typical - determines minimum achievable input-to-output latency in synchronous logic paths. |
| I/O Standard | LVTTL (3.3 V) - compatible with common microcontroller and peripheral interfaces without level translation. |
| Operating Temp | 0 °C to 70 °C - specifies commercial-grade thermal envelope for use in non-extended-environment industrial panels. |
| Configuration | JTAG + serial PROM - enables in-system programming and field updates without dedicated configuration hardware. |
Pinout & Package
VQFP-100 package with exposed thermal pad (non-electrical), lead finish SnPb, moisture sensitivity level (MSL) 3 per JEDEC J-STD-020.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| GND | Ground reference | Multiple dedicated pins provide low-inductance return paths for core and I/O power domains. |
| VCCO | I/O supply | Separate 3.3 V supply pins per bank enable mixed-voltage I/O interfacing. |
| VCCINT | Core supply | 3.3 V core supply powers CLBs and interconnect; decoupling required within 1 cm of each pin. |
| TCK/TMS/TDI/TDO | JTAG interface | IEEE 1149.1-compliant test access port for boundary-scan, programming, and debug. |
| PROGRAM_B | Configuration reset | Active-low asynchronous input that clears configuration memory and initiates reload sequence. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| SRAM-based configuration | Enables rapid design iteration and field firmware updates without mask changes or device replacement. |
| Per-bank I/O voltage control | Allows simultaneous interfacing to 3.3 V and 2.5 V peripherals using single device, reducing board-level level shifters. |
| IEEE 1149.1 boundary scan | Supports automated PCB test coverage for solder joint integrity and interconnect verification during manufacturing. |
| Low-power standby mode | Reduces quiescent current to <100 µA when configuration is retained but clocks are gated, extending battery life in portable systems. |
Applications
| Industrial PLC I/O Module | Automated Test Equipment (ATE) Pattern Generator |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Real-time digital signal conditioning and isolation for analog/digital sensor inputs in programmable logic controller backplanes. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Configurable glue logic and timing sequencer managing multiplexed ADC sampling, watchdog timers, and fail-safe output latching. Use Value: Deterministic 4.5 ns I/O delay ensures sub-microsecond response to emergency stop signals without software intervention. | Use Scenario: Generating precise stimulus waveforms and capturing response data across multiple DUT channels in semiconductor functional testers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Synchronized pattern generator core with independent clock domain crossing for multi-rate vector sequencing. Use Value: 125 MHz system clock capability supports >100 Mbps parallel test vector throughput with cycle-accurate timing alignment. |
| Medical Infusion Pump Controller | Communications Baseband Interface |
Use Scenario: Safety-critical motor control and human-machine interface logic in Class II medical devices with dual-redundant monitoring paths. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Hardware-enforced safety monitor implementing lockstep comparison between primary MCU outputs and independent fault-detection logic. Use Value: SRAM configuration retention allows immediate recovery after brown-out events without reinitialization delay or data loss. | Use Scenario: Bridging between baseband processor and RF transceiver ICs in wireless infrastructure equipment with mixed-voltage signaling. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Voltage-level translator and protocol adapter handling GPIO expansion, interrupt aggregation, and status register readback. Use Value: Per-bank VCCO support eliminates need for discrete level shifters when interfacing 3.3 V baseband ASIC to 1.8 V RF front-end components. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar reconfigurable logic applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| XCS05-4VQ100C | No XL suffix - standard Spartan, higher static current (12 mA vs. 8 mA), no low-power standby mode. | Suitable for cost-sensitive non-battery applications where power efficiency is secondary. | Select XCS05XL-4VQ100C when standby current <100 µA and fast wake-up are required. |
| XCS10XL-4VQ100C | 10,000 gates, identical package and I/O specs - double logic capacity with same footprint and pinout. | Used where additional state machine depth or parallel datapath width is needed without board redesign. | Select XCS05XL-4VQ100C when 5K gates meet functional requirements and BOM cost optimization is prioritized. |
Compared with XCS05-4VQ100C and XCS10XL-4VQ100C, the XCS05XL-4VQ100C uniquely balances ultra-low standby power, deterministic I/O timing, and minimal gate count - making it optimal for space-constrained, thermally limited, and battery-aware industrial edge nodes.
Availability
XCS05XL-4VQ100C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial PLC I/O modules, medical infusion pump controllers, and automated test equipment requiring stable component supply and long-term obsolescence management.
Supply support for XCS05XL-4VQ100C 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 designs and manufactures high-performance adaptive computing solutions including FPGAs, adaptive SoCs, and AI accelerators for data center, embedded, and edge applications.
The Spartan-XL family targets cost-optimized, low-power reconfigurable logic for industrial control, medical instrumentation, and communications infrastructure where reliability and thermal efficiency are critical.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the XCS05XL-4VQ100C?
The XCS05XL-4VQ100C achieves a maximum system clock frequency of 125 MHz under typical conditions when fully constrained with static timing analysis. This value assumes proper PCB layout, adequate decoupling, and worst-case voltage/temperature corner simulation. The actual achievable frequency in a given design depends on logic depth, routing congestion, and I/O loading - verified via Xilinx Foundation or ISE toolchain timing reports for XCS05XL-4VQ100C.
Does the XCS05XL-4VQ100C support in-system programming?
Yes, the XCS05XL-4VQ100C supports in-system programming via its IEEE 1149.1 JTAG interface (TCK/TMS/TDI/TDO pins) and serial configuration mode using external PROM. This allows field firmware updates and configuration rewrites without removing the device from the PCB. The XCS05XL-4VQ100C does not require external configuration controllers for JTAG-based programming.
What is the thermal performance specification for the XCS05XL-4VQ100C?
The XCS05XL-4VQ100C is rated for operation from 0 °C to 70 °C ambient temperature and has a maximum junction temperature of 100 °C. Its VQFP-100 package includes a thermal pad for enhanced heat dissipation. Thermal design must ensure ≤20 °C/W junction-to-board thermal resistance using appropriate copper pour and via stitching beneath the exposed pad to maintain safe operation under full logic utilization.
Can the XCS05XL-4VQ100C interface directly with 2.5 V peripherals?
No - the XCS05XL-4VQ100C supports only 3.3 V LVTTL I/O standards and lacks internal voltage translation. While its per-bank VCCO architecture allows different I/O banks to be powered at 3.3 V, it does not support 2.5 V signaling levels. Interfacing with 2.5 V peripherals requires external level-shifting circuitry. The XCS05XL-4VQ100C datasheet explicitly specifies LVTTL (3.3 V) compatibility only.
Is the XCS05XL-4VQ100C pin-compatible with other Spartan-XL devices in VQFP-100 package?
Yes - all Spartan-XL devices in the VQFP-100 package, including XCS05XL-4VQ100C, XCS10XL-4VQ100C, and XCS20XL-4VQ100C, share identical pinouts and package dimensions. This enables direct footprint reuse across gate-count variants. However, configuration bitstreams are not interchangeable due to differing internal logic resources and routing architectures.
XCS05XL-4VQ100C Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Series:
- Spartan®-XL
- Package/Case:
- 100-TQFP
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Number of LABs/CLBs:
- 100
- Number of Logic Elements/Cells:
- 238
- Total RAM Bits:
- 3200
- Number of I/O:
- 77
- Number of Gates:
- 5000
- Voltage - Supply:
- 3V ~ 3.6V
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 85°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- 100-VQFP (14x14)
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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.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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