1. Product Specifications
Core Architecture
- Family: Xilinx Spartan-3A DSP
- Part Number: XC3SD1800A-4CSG484LI
- System Gates: 1.8 Million
- Logic Cells: 37,440
- Speed Grade: -4 (Standard Performance)
- Operating Frequency: 667MHz
Advanced DSP Features
The XC3SD1800A-4CSG484LI incorporates XtremeDSP DSP48A slices that run at 250 MHz in the standard -4 speed grade, providing superior digital signal processing capabilities. These DSP48A slices replace the 18×18 multipliers found in standard Spartan-3A devices and are based on the DSP48 blocks from Virtex-4 devices.
Memory and Technology
- Process Technology: 90nm
- Supply Voltage: 1.2V
- Enhanced Block RAM: Features enhanced block RAMs with added output registers for faster operation
- Memory per Logic Ratio: Increased compared to standard Spartan-3A family
Package Details
- Package Type: 484-Pin CSBGA (Chip Scale Ball Grid Array)
- Pin Count: 484
- Package Code: CSG484
- Lead-Free: Yes (LI suffix indicates lead-free, industrial temperature)
- Temperature Range: Industrial (-40ยฐC to +85ยฐC)
Performance Characteristics
- Maximum Operating Frequency: 667MHz
- DSP Slice Performance: 250MHz
- Power Efficiency: Optimized for low power consumption
- Configuration: Fast configuration with reduced cost
2. Price Information
Current Market Pricing (2025):
- The XC3SD1800A-4CSG484LI is available from authorized distributors worldwide
- Pricing varies based on quantity and distributor
- Current pricing is subject to semiconductor market conditions and should be confirmed with distributors
- Volume discounts available for quantities of 100+ units
- Lead times may vary due to global semiconductor supply chain conditions
Price Factors:
- Quantity breaks typically available at 84+, 168+, 336+, 504+, 672+, 840+, and 8400+ units
- Industrial temperature grade (LI) commands premium over commercial grade
- Lead-free RoHS compliant packaging
3. Documents & Media
Technical Documentation
- Official Datasheet: Available from Xilinx/AMD documentation portal
- User Guide: Spartan-3A DSP FPGA Family User Guide
- Application Notes: DSP implementation guides and best practices
- Pin Assignment: Complete pinout documentation for CSG484 package
- Design Guidelines: PCB layout recommendations and signal integrity guides
Development Tools
- Vivado Design Suite: Recommended development environment (easier to use than ISE design tools)
- ISE Design Suite: Legacy support available
- IP Cores: Extensive library of pre-verified IP blocks
- Reference Designs: Sample projects and application examples
CAD Resources
- PCB Footprints: Available for major CAD packages
- 3D Models: Mechanical drawings and STEP files
- Symbol Libraries: Schematic symbols for circuit design
- Simulation Models: SPICE and behavioral models
4. Related Resources
Development Platforms
- Evaluation Boards: Compatible with Spartan-3A DSP development kits
- Reference Designs: Suitable for broadband access, home networking, display/projection, and digital television applications
- Training Materials: Online courses and technical webinars
Compatible Products
- XC3SD3400A-4CSG484LI: Higher density option in same package
- Configuration Devices: Platform Flash and SPI Flash solutions
- Power Management: Dedicated FPGA power supply solutions
- Debug Tools: ChipScope Pro and integrated logic analyzers
Application Areas
The XC3SD1800A-4CSG484LI excels in:
- Consumer Electronics: Broadband access, home networking, display/projection, and digital television
- Communications: Base station processing and protocol handling
- Industrial: Motor control and automation systems
- Medical: Digital imaging and signal processing
- Automotive: Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS)
Technical Support
- Online Resources: Comprehensive documentation library
- Community Forums: Active user community and technical discussions
- Application Engineering: Expert technical support for design challenges
- Training Programs: Regular workshops and certification courses
5. Environmental & Export Classifications
RoHS Compliance
- Lead-Free: Yes (LI suffix designation)
- RoHS Compliant: Meets EU RoHS 2011/65/EU requirements
- REACH Compliant: Complies with EU REACH regulation
- Halogen-Free: Standard package options available
Export Control
- ECCN Classification: 3A991.D (Export Administration Regulations)
- HTS Code: Harmonized Tariff Schedule classification available
- Country of Origin: Manufactured in approved facilities
- Export Restrictions: Subject to US export administration regulations
Environmental Standards
- Operating Temperature: Industrial range (-40ยฐC to +85ยฐC)
- Storage Temperature: Extended range for long-term storage
- Humidity Tolerance: Standard industrial specifications
- MSL Rating: MSL 3 (Moisture Sensitivity Level 3)
Quality Certifications
- ISO 9001: Quality management system certification
- ISO 14001: Environmental management system
- IATF 16949: Automotive quality standard (where applicable)
- IPC Standards: Assembly and reliability standards compliance
Packaging and Handling
- ESD Protection: Anti-static packaging with ESD protection during shipping
- Moisture Protection: Sealed packaging for moisture-sensitive components
- Traceability: Full component traceability and lot tracking
- Shelf Life: Extended shelf life with proper storage conditions
Keywords: XC3SD1800A-4CSG484LI, Xilinx FPGA, Spartan-3A DSP, digital signal processing, programmable logic, 484-pin BGA, 1.8M gates, 667MHz, industrial temperature, lead-free, DSP48A slices, block RAM, 90nm technology
Related Part Numbers: XC3SD1800A-4CSG484C, XC3SD1800A-4CSG484I, XC3SD3400A-4CSG484LI, XC3SD1800A-4FGG676C, XC3SD1800A-5CSG484C
