1. Product Specifications
Core Architecture
- Device Family: Spartan-3E (Enhanced)
- Logic Capacity: 500,000 system gates
- Package Type: FT256 (Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array)
- Speed Grade: -4 (Premium performance grade)
- Part Number: XA3S500E-4FT256Q4086
- Temperature Rating: Automotive extended (-40ยฐC to +125ยฐC)
Logic Resources
- Configurable Logic Blocks (CLBs): 4,656 CLBs
- Logic Cells: Equivalent to 500K ASIC gates
- Distributed SelectRAM: 73 Kbits
- Block SelectRAM: 360 Kbits (20 dual-port blocks)
- Dedicated Multipliers: 20x 18ร18 multipliers
- Digital Clock Managers (DCMs): 4 advanced DCMs
I/O and Connectivity
- User I/O Pins: Up to 190 single-ended I/O
- Differential I/O Pairs: Up to 95 pairs
- I/O Standards: 3.3V, 2.5V, 1.8V, 1.5V, 1.2V LVCMOS/LVTTL
- High-Speed I/O: LVDS, RSDS support
- Package Dimensions: 17mm ร 17mm ร 1.27mm
- Ball Pitch: 0.8mm
Performance Specifications
- Maximum Operating Frequency: 300+ MHz
- Configuration Time: <50ms typical
- Power Supply Voltage: 1.2V core, 3.3V auxiliary
- Static Power: Ultra-low standby consumption
- Dynamic Power: Optimized for battery-powered applications
2. Pricing Information
XA3S500E-4FT256Q4086 pricing varies based on volume and market conditions:
- Single Unit: $85-$120 (depending on distributor)
- Volume Pricing: Contact authorized distributors for quantity breaks
- OEM Pricing: Special rates available for high-volume automotive customers
- Lead Time: 12-16 weeks standard, expedited options available
Note: Prices subject to change. Contact Xilinx partners for current pricing and availability.
3. Documents & Media
Technical Documentation
- Product Datasheet: Complete electrical specifications and timing parameters
- User Guide: Comprehensive design and implementation manual
- Migration Guide: Upgrade path from previous Spartan generations
- Automotive Qualification Report: AEC-Q100 compliance documentation
- Package and Pinout: Detailed mechanical drawings and pin assignments
Design Resources
- Reference Designs: Proven application examples and IP cores
- Constraint Files: Timing and placement optimization files
- Simulation Models: VHDL/Verilog behavioral and timing models
- Application Notes: Best practices and design optimization techniques
- Errata Documentation: Known issues and recommended workarounds
Multimedia Content
- Product Videos: Feature overviews and application demonstrations
- Webinar Recordings: Technical deep-dive presentations
- Training Materials: Online courses and certification programs
- Case Studies: Real-world implementation examples
4. Related Resources
Development Tools
- Xilinx ISE Design Suite: Complete development environment
- Vivado Design Suite: Next-generation design tools (limited support)
- ChipScope Pro: Integrated logic analyzer and debugger
- PlanAhead: Advanced floorplanning and analysis tools
Hardware Ecosystem
- Development Boards: Spartan-3E evaluation and starter kits
- Programming Solutions: USB JTAG programmers and cables
- Configuration Devices: Compatible Platform Flash PROMs
- Power Management: Recommended regulators and power sequencing ICs
IP and Libraries
- Xilinx IP Core Library: Pre-verified intellectual property
- Third-Party IP: Partner ecosystem solutions
- Open Source Cores: Community-developed IP blocks
- Custom IP Development: Professional services available
Support Services
- Technical Support: 24/7 customer service portal
- Field Application Engineers: Local technical expertise
- Training and Certification: Comprehensive education programs
- Design Services: Professional implementation assistance
5. Environmental & Export Classifications
Environmental Compliance
- RoHS Directive: Compliant with EU restriction of hazardous substances
- REACH Regulation: Full compliance with European chemical safety
- Conflict Minerals: Certified conflict-free sourcing
- Green Packaging: Recyclable and environmentally sustainable materials
- Halogen-Free: MSL-3 moisture sensitivity level
Automotive Qualifications
- AEC-Q100: Grade 2 automotive electronics qualification
- ISO/TS 16949: Automotive quality management system
- Functional Safety: ISO 26262 development process compliance
- Temperature Cycling: 1000+ cycles (-55ยฐC to +125ยฐC)
- HTOL Testing: High-temperature operating life validation
Export Control Classifications
- US ECCN: 3A001.a.7 (Export Administration Regulations)
- Harmonized Tariff Code: 8542.33.0001
- Country of Origin: Manufacturing location dependent
- Export License: May require license for certain destinations
- Dual-Use Technology: Subject to applicable export controls
Operating Environment
- Temperature Range: -40ยฐC to +125ยฐC junction temperature
- Supply Voltage Tolerance: ยฑ5% typical, ยฑ10% maximum
- ESD Protection: >2kV Human Body Model
- Latch-up Immunity: >100mA at 125ยฐC
- Radiation Tolerance: Commercial grade (non-rad-hard)
Quality and Reliability
- MTBF: >1,000,000 hours at 55ยฐC
- Package Reliability: JEDEC standards compliance
- Moisture Sensitivity: Level 3 per J-STD-020
- Thermal Resistance: ฮธJA = 35ยฐC/W (with airflow)
Target Applications
The XA3S500E-4FT256Q4086 is optimized for:
- Automotive Systems: ADAS, infotainment, powertrain control
- Industrial Automation: Motor control, process monitoring, robotics
- Medical Devices: Imaging systems, patient monitoring, diagnostics
- Aerospace/Defense: Avionics, radar processing, communications
- Telecommunications: Base stations, networking equipment, protocols
- Test and Measurement: Instrumentation, data acquisition, analysis
Why Choose XA3S500E-4FT256Q4086?
This automotive-grade FPGA delivers unmatched reliability for critical applications while maintaining cost-effectiveness for volume production. Its proven architecture, comprehensive tool support, and extensive qualification testing make it the preferred choice for engineers developing next-generation embedded systems.
Ordering Information
Part Number: XA3S500E-4FT256Q4086
Availability: Contact authorized Xilinx distributors
Minimum Order: Varies by distributor
Support: Backed by comprehensive technical documentation and global support network
For detailed pricing, availability, and technical support regarding the XA3S500E-4FT256Q4086, please contact your local Xilinx distributor or authorized partner.
