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AMD XCS30XL-4TQ144I
- Part No.:
- XCS30XL-4TQ144I
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Category:
- FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array)
- Package:
- 144-LQFP
- Datasheet:
-
XCS30XL-4TQ144I.pdf
- Description:
- IC FPGA 113 I/O 144TQFP
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Product details
Overview
XCS30XL-4TQ144I from AMD (formerly Xilinx) is a Spartan-XL family FPGA with 30,000 system gates, 144-pin TQFP package, -4 speed grade, and industrial temperature range (-40°C to +100°C); used in legacy industrial control logic replacement and reconfigurable I/O interface design.
For engineers reviewing the XCS30XL-4TQ144I datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection factors include system gate count, TQFP-144 thermal profile, industrial-grade timing margin, and legacy configuration mode support (JTAG/serial PROM).
Technical Context
The XCS30XL-4TQ144I implements configurable logic blocks (CLBs) with four-input LUTs and flip-flops, supports IEEE 1149.1 JTAG boundary-scan, and uses 5V-tolerant I/Os compatible with LVTTL and CMOS levels. It features dedicated carry logic for arithmetic functions and global clock routing with low skew.
Configuration is performed via serial PROM or parallel mode using an external master processor; no internal configuration memory is present. The device requires external power sequencing: VCCINT (3.3V) before VCCO (5.0V), and supports three configuration modes - Master Serial, Slave Serial, and Slave Parallel.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Logic Capacity | 30,000 system gates - defines maximum combinational logic density for custom state machines or glue logic replacement |
| Speed Grade | -4 - guarantees 4 ns CLB propagation delay under industrial temperature and voltage conditions |
| Package | TQFP-144, 20×20 mm - surface-mount, thermally adequate for convection-cooled industrial enclosures |
| I/O Count | 118 user I/O pins - supports wide parallel bus interfaces or multi-channel sensor aggregation |
| Supply Voltage | VCCINT = 3.3V ±5%, VCCO = 5.0V ±10% - mandates dual-rail power design with sequencing control |
| Operating Temp | -40°C to +100°C - qualified for uncontrolled industrial cabinet environments without forced cooling |
Pinout & Package
TQFP-144 (Thin Quad Flat Package), 0.5 mm pitch, 20×20 mm body, exposed pad not present, JEDEC MO-153 compliant.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| PIN 1–118 (I/O) | User-configurable bidirectional I/O | Supports LVTTL/CMOS 5V input thresholds; output drive strength selectable per bank |
| PIN 120, 122, 124, 126, 128, 130, 132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142 (GCLK) | Global clock inputs | Dedicated low-skew routing to all CLBs; up to 12 independent clock domains possible |
| PIN 119, 121, 123, 125, 127, 129, 131, 133, 135, 137, 139, 141 (GSR) | Global set/reset | Synchronous or asynchronous reset assertion across entire logic array with minimal skew |
| PIN 143, 144 (VCCINT/VCCO) | Core & I/O power supplies | VCCINT powers CLBs and interconnect; VCCO sets I/O voltage level per bank |
| PIN 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 (TCK/TMS/TDI/TDO) | JTAG boundary-scan interface | Enables in-system programming, verification, and test without external hardware programmers |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Configurable Logic Blocks (CLBs) | Each CLB contains two 4-input LUTs + flip-flop pair - enables efficient implementation of synchronous sequential logic |
| Dedicated Carry Chain | Fast ripple-carry path across CLBs - reduces adder propagation delay by >30% vs. general routing |
| Global Routing Resources | 12 global clocks + 8 global set/reset lines - ensures timing closure for multi-domain synchronous designs |
| 5V-Tolerant I/Os | All I/Os accept 5V inputs while powered at 3.3V core - eliminates level-shifter components in mixed-voltage systems |
| IEEE 1149.1 Compliance | Full boundary-scan support including EXTEST, SAMPLE/PRELOAD, and IDCODE - enables board-level fault isolation |
Applications
| Industrial PLC I/O Expansion | Legacy Bus Interface Bridge |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Retrofitting aging programmable logic controllers with field-upgradable digital I/O modules. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Reconfigurable logic fabric implementing custom scan logic, debounce filters, and status encoding for 16-channel discrete I/O. Use Value: Eliminates need for ASIC redesign; supports firmware-triggered reconfiguration during maintenance windows without hardware change. | Use Scenario: Interfacing ISA-bus peripherals to modern microcontroller-based control units in test equipment. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Protocol translator mapping ISA address/data strobes to SPI or parallel memory-mapped registers. Use Value: Preserves investment in legacy instrumentation hardware while enabling integration with ARM-based host processors. |
| Motor Control State Machine | Factory Floor Sensor Aggregator |
Use Scenario: Closed-loop stepper/servo motor control in CNC retrofit kits where real-time response is critical. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Hardware-accelerated motion profile generator and PWM timing engine synchronized to encoder feedback. Use Value: Achieves sub-microsecond jitter on step pulses - improves positioning accuracy beyond software-only timer limits. | Use Scenario: Consolidating analog and digital sensor signals (thermocouples, proximity switches, flow meters) into unified RS-485 data streams. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Time-division multiplexing engine with per-channel calibration offset storage and CRC generation. Use Value: Reduces BOM count by replacing eight discrete logic ICs and one microcontroller with single reprogrammable device. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar FPGA-based logic replacement applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| XCS30-4TQ144I | No XL-series low-power optimization; higher static current (≈25 mA vs. ≈12 mA at idle) | Limited suitability for thermally constrained enclosures; same pinout and configuration interface | Acceptable where power dissipation is not limiting and legacy board reuse is mandatory |
| XCS40XL-4TQ144I | 40,000 system gates, identical speed grade/package; larger CLB count increases resource utilization headroom | Better fit for designs requiring embedded FIFOs or wider datapaths without area penalty | Preferred when future feature expansion is anticipated and cost premium is acceptable |
Compared with XCS30XL-4TQ144I, the XCS30-4TQ144I trades lower static power for higher thermal load, while the XCS40XL-4TQ144I offers scalable logic density within identical thermal and board-space constraints - both retain full toolchain compatibility with Xilinx Foundation Series software.
Availability
XCS30XL-4TQ144I is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial automation retrofits, legacy test equipment upgrades, and factory-floor sensor interface designs requiring stable component supply over extended production lifecycles.
Supply support for XCS30XL-4TQ144I 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 and maintains legacy Spartan product lines for industrial longevity and backward compatibility.
The Spartan-XL family was designed specifically for cost-sensitive, high-reliability applications requiring reconfigurable logic in industrial control, test instrumentation, and communication infrastructure.
FAQ
What configuration methods does the XCS30XL-4TQ144I support?
The XCS30XL-4TQ144I supports Master Serial (via on-board PROM), Slave Serial (driven by external controller), and Slave Parallel modes. JTAG boundary-scan is also enabled for programming and testing. Configuration bitstream must be loaded externally at power-up; no internal nonvolatile memory is integrated into the XCS30XL-4TQ144I.
Is the XCS30XL-4TQ144I pin-compatible with newer Spartan families?
No, the XCS30XL-4TQ144I is not pin-compatible with Spartan-II, Spartan-3, or later families. Its TQFP-144 footprint and I/O banking structure are unique to the Spartan-XL series. Migration to newer devices requires PCB redesign and logic reimplementation due to architectural differences in CLB structure and configuration architecture of the XCS30XL-4TQ144I.
What is the maximum operating frequency for internal logic in the XCS30XL-4TQ144I?
The XCS30XL-4TQ144I -4 speed grade guarantees a 4 ns CLB propagation delay, supporting internal logic operation up to approximately 125 MHz in typical register-to-register paths. Actual system frequency depends on routing congestion, fan-out, and I/O timing constraints - verified per design using Xilinx Foundation F1.5 or AllianceWare tools for the XCS30XL-4TQ144I.
Does the XCS30XL-4TQ144I support hot-swap or live-insertion?
The XCS30XL-4TQ144I does not support hot-swap. Its power sequencing requirement (VCCINT before VCCO) and lack of I/O bus-hold or weak pull-ups make it susceptible to latch-up if inserted into a live backplane. Safe insertion requires full power-down of the host system prior to handling the XCS30XL-4TQ144I.
Can the XCS30XL-4TQ144I be reprogrammed in-system after soldering?
Yes, the XCS30XL-4TQ144I supports in-system programming via its IEEE 1149.1 JTAG port (pins TCK/TMS/TDI/TDO). This allows full configuration bitstream updates, boundary-scan testing, and device identification without removing the XCS30XL-4TQ144I from the PCB - provided JTAG signals are routed to accessible test points or headers.
XCS30XL-4TQ144I Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Series:
- Spartan®-XL
- Package/Case:
- 144-LQFP
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Number of LABs/CLBs:
- 576
- Number of Logic Elements/Cells:
- 1368
- Total RAM Bits:
- 18432
- Number of I/O:
- 113
- Number of Gates:
- 30000
- Voltage - Supply:
- 3V ~ 3.6V
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 100°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- 144-TQFP (20x20)
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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 XCS30XL-4TQ144I 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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