1. Product Specifications
Core Features
- Part Number: XC3020-50PG84I
- Manufacturer: Xilinx (now AMD)
- Product Family: XC3000 Series FPGAs (Original Generation)
- Speed Grade: -50 (High Performance)
- Temperature Grade: Industrial (I suffix)
- Architecture: Logic Cell Array (LCA)
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Logic Capacity | 1000 Gates / 1.5K Gates equivalent |
| Configurable Logic Blocks (CLBs) | 64 CLBs |
| Logic Elements/Cells | 64 Cells |
| Speed Grade | -50 (High Performance) |
| Maximum Frequency | >100MHz (enhanced performance) |
| Logic Delay | ~6ns (estimated, faster than -70 grade) |
| Toggle Rate | >100MHz guaranteed |
| I/O Capacity | Enhanced I/O capability with 84-pin package |
Power and Package Details
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Supply Voltage | 5V (Operating) |
| Package Type | 84-Pin CPGA (Ceramic Pin Grid Array) |
| Package Code | CPGA-84 |
| Terminal Configuration | Pin/Peg (Through-hole mount) |
| Number of Terminals | 84 |
| Package Shape | Square |
| Package Material | Ceramic (High-performance industrial grade) |
| Pin Configuration | Gold-plated pins in matrix pattern |
| Mounting Style | Through-hole socket or direct solder |
Operating Conditions
| Parameter | Range |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | -40ยฐC to +105ยฐC (Industrial grade) |
| Storage Temperature | -65ยฐC to +150ยฐC (typical) |
| Technology | CMOS Static Memory Technology |
| Performance Class | High-speed grade with industrial temperature |
| Environmental Rating | Industrial grade for harsh conditions |
2. Pricing Information
Current Market Pricing
The XC3020-50PG84I is a premium legacy/obsolete component from the original XC3000 series with pricing reflecting both its high-performance speed grade and industrial temperature capability. This combination of enhanced specifications commands the highest pricing in the XC3020 family.
Pricing Factors:
- Dual Premium Positioning: Both high-speed grade (-50) and industrial temperature (I) grade
- Performance Premium: Significantly higher cost than standard -70 speed grade variants
- Industrial Temperature Premium: Enhanced cost for -40ยฐC to +105ยฐC operation capability
- Ceramic Package: Premium cost for superior thermal and electrical performance
- 84-Pin Package: Enhanced I/O capability with industrial-grade ceramic construction
- Extreme Scarcity: Very limited availability drives premium pricing
Current Market Status:
- Lead Time: Extended due to obsolete status and specialized high-performance/industrial grade
- MOQ: 1 piece minimum order quantity
- Stock Sources: Highly specialized distributors and surplus electronic suppliers
- Market Position: Premium legacy component for high-performance industrial applications
- Availability: Extremely limited stock due to discontinued status and specialized specifications
Performance and Temperature Premium Matrix:
- Highest cost in XC3020 family due to dual premium characteristics
- Significantly higher than XC3020-50PG84C (commercial temperature)
- Premium over XC3020-70PG84I (standard speed, industrial temperature)
- Value proposition for high-performance industrial applications
3. Documents & Media
Technical Documentation
- Primary Datasheet: XC3000 Series Logic Cell Array Data Sheet
- Speed Grade Specifications: Enhanced timing characteristics for -50 grade
- Industrial Temperature Specifications: Performance data across -40ยฐC to +105ยฐC range
- Application Notes: Original Xilinx application notes for high-performance XC3000 series
- Design Guidelines: PCB layout recommendations for high-speed industrial applications
Development Resources
The XACT development system provides schematic capture and auto place-and-route for design entry optimized for high-speed industrial applications. Logic and timing simulation, and in-circuit emulation are available as design verification alternatives with enhanced timing analysis for speed-critical designs.
Available Documentation:
- Comprehensive XC3000 series datasheet with -50 speed grade specifications (PDF format)
- Industrial temperature performance characteristics and derating curves
- Enhanced timing specifications and performance data for high-speed operation
- Temperature-dependent timing analysis across full industrial range
- High-speed PCB layout guidelines for optimal signal integrity
- CPGA package mechanical drawings and industrial mounting considerations
High-Performance Industrial Design Considerations
The XC3020-50PG84I requires specialized design considerations:
- High-Speed Design: Signal integrity requirements for enhanced performance
- Industrial Thermal Management: Cooling solutions for extended temperature operation
- Power Distribution: Enhanced power delivery for high-speed industrial operation
- Environmental Protection: Design considerations for harsh industrial environments
Legacy Development Tools
The XC3020-50PG84I was developed using the original XACT development environment with enhanced timing analysis and industrial temperature validation.
Historical Development Environment:
- XACT Development System: Original Xilinx FPGA design software with timing optimization
- Enhanced Timing Analysis: High-speed performance verification across temperature range
- Industrial Validation: Extended temperature characterization and testing
4. Related Resources
Compatible Configuration Devices
The XC3020-50PG84I supports various configuration methods typical of the original XC3000 series, with configuration devices that also support industrial temperature operation for system-wide environmental capability.
Development Software
For high-performance XC3000 series devices operating in industrial environments, the original XACT development system provided comprehensive timing analysis and environmental validation capabilities.
Historical Software Tools:
- XACT Development System with advanced timing analysis for -50 speed grade
- Industrial temperature timing analysis and performance characterization
- High-speed design verification and signal integrity analysis
- Environmental stress testing and validation tools
Performance and Temperature Grade Comparison
XC3020-50PG84I vs Other Variants:
- XC3020-50PG84C: Same speed grade, commercial temperature (0ยฐC to +85ยฐC)
- XC3020-50PG84B: Same speed grade, extended commercial (-40ยฐC to +85ยฐC)
- XC3020-50PG84I: High-speed, full industrial (-40ยฐC to +105ยฐC)
- XC3020-50PG84M: Same speed grade, military temperature (-55ยฐC to +125ยฐC)
Speed Grade Performance Advantages
The -50 speed grade offers significant performance benefits:
- Superior Timing Performance: Faster operation than -70 and -100 speed grades
- Enhanced Maximum Frequency: Higher clock speeds for demanding applications
- Reduced Propagation Delay: Lower signal path delays for time-critical designs
- Improved System Performance: Overall faster system operation capabilities
Pin-Compatible Alternatives
Same Package, Different Specifications:
- XC3020-70PG84I (Standard speed grade, same industrial temperature)
- XC3020-100PG84I (Slower speed grade, same industrial temperature)
- XC3020-50PG84C (Same speed grade, commercial temperature)
- XC3020-50PG84B (Same speed grade, extended commercial temperature)
Package Alternatives:
- XC3020-50PC84I (84-pin PLCC plastic package, industrial grade)
- XC3020-50PC68I (68-pin PLCC package, industrial grade)
Technical Support Services
FPGA technical engineer will help you with the XC3020-50PG84I pinout information, replacement, datasheet in PDF, programming tools, starter kit, and high-performance industrial design considerations.
Available Support:
- High-speed industrial design consultation
- Performance optimization across temperature range
- Timing analysis and signal integrity guidance
- Legacy system upgrade and maintenance support
5. Environmental & Export Classifications
Environmental Compliance Status
| Classification | Status |
|---|---|
| RoHS Compliance | No RoHS (Legacy product predates RoHS regulations) |
| Lead Content | Contains Lead (Standard for era of manufacture) |
| Environmental Status | Not Applicable (Obsolete legacy product) |
| REACH Compliance | Contact manufacturer for current status |
Temperature and Environmental Ratings
- Operating Temperature Range: -40ยฐC to +105ยฐC (Industrial grade)
- Storage Temperature Range: -65ยฐC to +150ยฐC (typical)
- Humidity: Industrial environment capability
- Temperature Classification: I-grade (Full Industrial)
- Package Rating: Ceramic package optimized for harsh industrial environments
Industrial Temperature Specifications
- Low Temperature Operation: -40ยฐC minimum operating temperature
- High Temperature Operation: +105ยฐC maximum operating temperature
- Extended Range Capability: 145ยฐC total temperature span
- Thermal Cycling: Superior capability for industrial thermal stress
- Long-term Reliability: Industrial validation for lifecycle operation
- Performance Across Range: Guaranteed operation across full temperature spectrum
Package and Handling Classifications
- Package Material: Ceramic (CPGA – Ceramic Pin Grid Array)
- Terminal Finish: Gold-plated pins for superior electrical contact and corrosion resistance
- MSL Rating: Not applicable (ceramic package, not moisture sensitive)
- ESD Classification: Handle with enhanced ESD precautions for high-performance devices
- Mounting: Through-hole socket or direct PCB solder mounting
- Thermal Expansion: Ceramic package optimized for wide temperature cycling
Trade and Export Information
- ECCN Classification: Consult current export control regulations
- Harmonized Tariff Code: 8542.33.0001 (typical for integrated circuits)
- Country of Origin: Varies by manufacturing date and facility
- Documentation: Certificate of Conformance with speed and temperature grade validation
- Lifecycle Status: Obsolete (no longer in production)
Industrial Grade Environmental Benefits
- Harsh Environment Operation: Designed for demanding industrial conditions
- Chemical Resistance: Enhanced resistance to industrial contaminants
- Vibration and Shock Resistance: Ceramic package provides mechanical stability
- Long-term Stability: Proven reliability in industrial applications
Applications and Use Cases
High-Performance Industrial Applications
The XC3020-50PG84I is specifically designed for:
- Industrial Automation: High-speed control systems in harsh environments
- Military/Defense: Non-critical applications requiring high performance and ruggedness
- Aerospace: Ground support equipment and industrial aerospace applications
- Telecommunications: Outdoor infrastructure requiring high-speed processing
- Process Control: High-performance industrial process monitoring and control
Performance-Critical Industrial Systems
- Real-Time Control: Applications requiring fast response times in industrial environments
- High-Speed Interfaces: Industrial communication protocols with enhanced timing requirements
- Data Acquisition: High-speed industrial data collection and processing systems
- Test Equipment: Industrial test and measurement equipment requiring precise timing
- Factory Automation: High-performance robotics and manufacturing control systems
Dual Premium Benefits
The XC3020-50PG84I offers unique advantages:
- High-Speed Performance: Enhanced timing for demanding applications
- Industrial Environment Capability: Operation in harsh conditions
- Extended Temperature Range: -40ยฐC to +105ยฐC operation capability
- Ceramic Package Reliability: Superior mechanical and thermal properties
- Enhanced I/O Capability: 84-pin configuration for complex industrial interfaces
System Integration for Industrial High-Performance
- Thermal Design: Advanced cooling solutions for high-speed industrial operation
- Power Supply: Industrial-grade power delivery with temperature compensation
- Signal Integrity: High-speed PCB design for industrial electromagnetic environments
- Environmental Protection: Enclosure and protection for harsh industrial conditions
Summary
The XC3020-50PG84I represents the premium variant of Xilinx’s original XC3000 series, combining high-performance -50 speed grade operation with full industrial temperature capability from -40ยฐC to +105ยฐC. The XC3020-50PG84I Field Programmable Gate Array delivers the proven architecture that established FPGA technology, enhanced with both superior timing performance and industrial environmental capability for the most demanding applications.
This dual-premium FPGA features the same fundamental 64 CLB, 1000 gate architecture that defined early FPGA capabilities, housed in a premium 84-pin ceramic pin grid array package that provides superior thermal and electrical performance. The combination of -50 speed grade and industrial temperature rating creates the highest-performance variant available in the XC3020 family.
The XC3020-50PG84I serves as the ideal solution for applications requiring both enhanced timing performance and operation in harsh industrial environments where standard commercial grade components cannot provide adequate performance or environmental capability. The ceramic package construction offers additional benefits for high-speed signal integrity, thermal cycling, and long-term reliability in demanding industrial conditions.
As an obsolete product with the most demanding specifications in the XC3020 family, the XC3020-50PG84I remains highly valuable for legacy system maintenance, high-performance industrial upgrades, and specialized projects requiring the unique combination of original XC3000 architecture, enhanced speed performance, and full industrial temperature capability.
For new designs requiring high-performance operation in industrial environments, consider evaluating modern FPGA alternatives that offer superior performance, lower power consumption, and current environmental compliance standards while potentially providing even greater speed and temperature capabilities than this premium legacy variant.
