The XA6SLX16-3CSG324Q is a cutting-edge FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) from Xilinx’s automotive-grade Spartan-6 family, designed to deliver exceptional performance and reliability for demanding applications. This advanced programmable logic device combines high-speed processing capabilities with automotive-qualified specifications, making it ideal for industrial automation, automotive systems, and embedded computing applications.
Product Specifications
The XA6SLX16-3CSG324Q features robust technical specifications that set it apart in the FPGA market:
Core Architecture:
- Logic Cells: 14,579 configurable logic cells
- Block RAM: 576 Kb total block RAM capacity
- DSP Slices: 32 dedicated DSP48A1 slices for high-speed arithmetic operations
- I/O Pins: 232 user I/O pins for maximum connectivity flexibility
Performance Characteristics:
- Speed Grade: -3 (high-performance variant)
- Operating Frequency: Up to 400 MHz internal clock frequency
- Package Type: CSG324 (324-ball Chip Scale Grid array)
- Advanced clocking capabilities with multiple clock management tiles
Memory and Processing:
- Distributed RAM: 401 Kb distributed RAM
- Configuration Memory: 2,742 Kb configuration bits
- Multiply-accumulate operations supported through integrated DSP blocks
- Advanced memory controller support for DDR2/DDR3 interfaces
The XA6SLX16-3CSG324Q incorporates Xilinx’s proven 45nm process technology, ensuring optimal power efficiency while maintaining high performance standards required for automotive and industrial applications.
Price
Pricing for the XA6SLX16-3CSG324Q varies based on quantity, distribution channel, and current market conditions. Contact authorized Xilinx distributors for current pricing information, volume discounts, and availability. The automotive-grade qualification of this FPGA typically positions it in the premium pricing tier due to enhanced testing and reliability standards.
Factors affecting price include:
- Order quantity and volume commitments
- Lead times and availability
- Regional distribution factors
- Special packaging or testing requirements
Documents & Media
Comprehensive technical documentation supports the XA6SLX16-3CSG324Q implementation:
Technical Documentation:
- Official Xilinx Spartan-6 FPGA datasheet with complete electrical specifications
- CSG324 package mechanical drawings and land pattern guidelines
- Pin-out diagrams and signal descriptions
- Thermal characteristics and power consumption analysis
Design Resources:
- Reference designs and application notes for common implementations
- ISE Design Suite compatibility guides and optimization recommendations
- Timing analysis methodologies specific to the -3 speed grade
- PCB layout guidelines for CSG324 package implementation
Software Tools:
- Xilinx ISE Design Suite support documentation
- Constraint file templates for CSG324 package
- Power estimation tools and calculators
- Configuration and programming guides
Related Resources
The XA6SLX16-3CSG324Q integrates seamlessly with Xilinx’s comprehensive ecosystem:
Development Tools:
- Xilinx ISE Design Suite for synthesis, implementation, and debugging
- ChipScope Pro for real-time signal analysis and debugging
- EDK (Embedded Development Kit) for embedded processor implementations
- IP Core libraries including communication, DSP, and memory controllers
Compatible Products:
- Other Spartan-6 family members for design scalability
- Zynq-7000 series for migration paths requiring ARM processing
- Configuration devices and programming solutions
- Evaluation boards and development kits
Support Ecosystem:
- Xilinx Alliance Program partners for specialized design services
- Third-party IP vendors with Spartan-6 compatible cores
- Training programs and certification courses
- Online forums and community support resources
Environmental & Export Classifications
The XA6SLX16-3CSG324Q meets stringent automotive and environmental standards:
Automotive Qualification:
- AEC-Q100 automotive qualification standard compliance
- Extended temperature range: -40ยฐC to +125ยฐC junction temperature
- Enhanced reliability testing including thermal cycling and vibration resistance
- Automotive-grade quality and reliability standards
Environmental Compliance:
- RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) compliant manufacturing
- Lead-free package construction and assembly
- REACH regulation compliance for European markets
- Conflict minerals reporting compliance
Export Classifications:
- ECCN (Export Control Classification Number) specifications available
- US export administration regulations compliance
- International trade classification standards
- Country-specific import/export documentation support
The XA6SLX16-3CSG324Q represents Xilinx’s commitment to delivering high-performance, automotive-qualified FPGA solutions that meet the demanding requirements of modern embedded systems while maintaining environmental responsibility and regulatory compliance.
