AMD XCV50-6CS144C

Overview

XCV50-6CS144C from Xilinx is a 2.5 V SRAM-based Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) with 57,906 system gates, 1,728 logic cells in a 16×24 CLB array, and 94 user I/O pins in a 144-ball chip-scale package. It features four delay-locked loops (DLLs), supports 66-MHz PCI compliance, and operates at up to 200 MHz system performance in commercial temperature range (0°C to +85°C). It is used in high-speed digital signal processing and reconfigurable communication interface designs.

For engineers reviewing the XCV50-6CS144C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include its 94-user-I/O count in CS144 packaging, -6 speed grade timing (e.g., 5.0 ns register-to-register), 32,768-bit block RAM, dual-port SelectRAM+ capability, and support for 16 I/O standards including LVTTL, SSTL3, and HSTL Class IV.

Technical Context

The XCV50-6CS144C implements a hierarchical routing architecture with a General Routing Matrix (GRM), local VersaBlock interconnect, and peripheral VersaRing I/O routing. Its CLBs contain four logic cells each, with dedicated carry chains, F5/F6 multiplexers for 5–6-input functions, and LUTs configurable as 16-bit RAM, shift registers, or dual-ported memory.

It integrates eight 4,096-bit synchronous dual-ported block RAMs (32,768 total bits), four DLLs for clock deskew and domain control, and IEEE 1149.1 boundary-scan logic. All I/O banks support independent VCCO and optional VREF, with 5 V-tolerant inputs for LVTTL and PCI 5 V standards.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

The XCV50-6CS144C uses a 144-ball chip-scale package (CS144) with 0.5 mm pitch, measuring 10 mm × 10 mm. It contains 94 user I/O pins distributed across eight I/O banks (two per side), plus dedicated power, ground, configuration, and global clock pins.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar FPGA applications.

Compared with XCV50-6CS144C, the XCV50-5CS144C trades 0.4 ns timing margin for lower cost, while the XCV100-6CS144C delivers 88% more logic cells in identical packaging-enabling scalability without layout revision.

Availability

XCV50-6CS144C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for high-reliability industrial control, legacy PCI system upgrades, and reconfigurable instrumentation requiring stable component supply through extended lifecycle management.

Supply support for XCV50-6CS144C 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

Xilinx, now part of AMD, is a pioneer in programmable logic technology, delivering FPGA, SoC, and adaptive compute acceleration platforms since 1984.

The Virtex family-including XCV50-6CS144C-was designed for high-performance, high-density reconfigurable logic in communications infrastructure, test equipment, and aerospace systems demanding 200 MHz operation and multi-standard I/O.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the XCV50-6CS144C?

The XCV50-6CS144C supports a maximum system clock frequency of 200 MHz, verified under worst-case conditions (commercial temperature, -6 speed grade). This includes I/O timing and is achievable with proper PCB layout, power integrity, and timing-constrained synthesis. The -6 grade guarantees 5.0 ns register-to-register delay, making XCV50-6CS144C suitable for high-speed synchronous designs where deterministic timing is critical.

Does the XCV50-6CS144C support JTAG programming?

Yes, the XCV50-6CS144C fully supports IEEE 1149.1 JTAG boundary-scan programming and debugging via TCK, TMS, TDI, and TDO pins. It enables in-system configuration, readback, and verification without requiring external PROMs. JTAG mode is one of four supported configuration methods, alongside master serial, slave serial, and SelectMAP™, giving designers flexibility in production and field update workflows for XCV50-6CS144C.

How many block RAMs does the XCV50-6CS144C contain?

The XCV50-6CS144C contains eight 4,096-bit synchronous dual-ported block RAMs, totaling 32,768 bits. Each block supports independent read/write clocks, configurable data widths (1–16 bits), and depth/width trade-offs (e.g., 256×16 or 1024×4). These resources are essential for building FIFOs, frame buffers, and lookup tables in XCV50-6CS144C-based systems without external memory.

Is the XCV50-6CS144C still in production?

No, the XCV50-6CS144C is obsolete per Xilinx documentation (DS003-1 v4.0, March 2013), with end-of-life status confirmed in XCN10016. However, Aetrix Electronics maintains traceable inventory and offers lifecycle support-including obsolescence forecasting, cross-reference assistance, and last-time-buy coordination-for legacy XCV50-6CS144C deployments in sustained industrial and defense applications.

Can the XCV50-6CS144C interface directly with 5 V logic?

Yes, the XCV50-6CS144C IOBs support 5 V-tolerant inputs for LVTTL and PCI 5 V standards, allowing direct connection to 5 V peripherals without level shifters. However, outputs are not 5 V-tolerant and require VCCO ≤ 3.3 V in those banks. Input-only 5 V tolerance applies only to specific standards-designers must assign 5 V-tolerant signals to appropriate banks and avoid mixing incompatible VCCO requirements in XCV50-6CS144C I/O planning.