Product Specifications
Core Architecture
- Device Family: Xilinx Spartan-IIE
- Part Number: XC2S150E-6FGG456C
- Logic Gates: 150,000 system gates
- Logic Cells: 3,456 logic cells
- Speed Grade: -6 (high performance)
- Package Type: FGG456 (Fine-pitch Ball Grid Array)
- Package Size: 456-pin FBGA
- Operating Temperature: Commercial (0ยฐC to +85ยฐC)
Memory and I/O Features
- Block RAM: 72 Kbits total memory
- Distributed RAM: 55 Kbits
- Maximum User I/O: 333 pins
- Differential I/O Pairs: 166 pairs
- Clock Management: 4 Digital Clock Managers (DCMs)
- Global Clock Networks: 8 dedicated global clock lines
Performance Characteristics
- Maximum System Frequency: Up to 200 MHz
- Power Consumption: Low power CMOS technology
- Configuration: SRAM-based configuration
- Configuration Memory: External configuration required
- Boundary Scan: IEEE 1149.1 JTAG compliant
Price Information
The XC2S150E-6FGG456C pricing varies based on quantity and supplier. Current market indicators show:
- Small Quantity (1-99 units): $45 – $65 per unit
- Medium Volume (100-999 units): $35 – $50 per unit
- Large Volume (1000+ units): Contact manufacturer for volume pricing
- Development Kits: Available starting at $299
Prices are subject to market fluctuations and supplier availability. Contact authorized distributors for current pricing and lead times.
Documents & Media
Technical Documentation
- Datasheet: XC2S150E Complete Product Specification (PDF)
- User Guide: Spartan-IIE FPGA Family User Guide
- Application Notes: AN-series documents for implementation guidance
- Package Information: FGG456 package specifications and pinout diagrams
Design Resources
- HDL Reference Designs: Verilog and VHDL code examples
- Constraint Files: UCF templates for common applications
- Simulation Models: IBIS and SPICE models available
- CAD Libraries: Footprints for major PCB design tools
Software Support
- ISE Design Suite: Complete development environment
- ModelSim: Simulation software compatibility
- ChipScope Pro: Integrated logic analyzer tools
- CORE Generator: IP core library access
Related Resources
Development Tools
- Spartan-IIE Evaluation Boards: Hardware prototyping platforms
- Programming Cables: USB and parallel cable options
- Reference Designs: Pre-built application examples
- Training Materials: Online tutorials and workshops
Complementary Products
- Configuration Devices: Platform Flash PROMs
- Power Management: Dedicated FPGA power solutions
- Clocking Solutions: Crystal oscillators and clock generators
- Interface Components: Level translators and signal conditioning
Technical Support
- Online Forums: Xilinx community support
- Application Engineers: Direct technical assistance
- Knowledge Base: Searchable solution database
- Webinars: Regular training sessions
Environmental & Export Classifications
Environmental Compliance
- RoHS Compliant: Meets EU Directive 2002/95/EC
- Lead-Free: Compatible with lead-free soldering processes
- Halogen-Free: Available in halogen-free package options
- REACH Compliant: Conforms to EU chemical regulations
Quality Standards
- ISO 9001: Manufacturing quality certification
- Automotive Grade: AEC-Q100 qualified versions available
- Military Grade: Extended temperature and screening options
- Quality Level: Standard commercial grade
Export Classifications
- ECCN: 3A001.a.2.c (US Export Administration Regulations)
- HTS Code: 8542.31.0001 (Harmonized Tariff Schedule)
- Country of Origin: Varies by manufacturing location
- Export Restrictions: Subject to US export control regulations
Operating Conditions
- Junction Temperature: -40ยฐC to +125ยฐC (extended versions)
- Storage Temperature: -65ยฐC to +150ยฐC
- Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
- Altitude: Up to 3,000 meters operational
Applications and Use Cases
The XC2S150E-6FGG456C excels in demanding applications requiring high-performance programmable logic:
Digital Signal Processing: Implement complex algorithms with dedicated multipliers and abundant memory resources.
Communications Systems: Support high-speed serial interfaces and protocol processing with flexible I/O standards.
Industrial Control: Provide real-time processing capabilities for motor control and automation systems.
Medical Equipment: Enable precise timing and signal processing for diagnostic and therapeutic devices.
Aerospace Applications: Deliver reliable performance in challenging environments with radiation-tolerant options.
The XC2S150E-6FGG456C combines proven Spartan-IIE architecture with modern design tools, offering an optimal balance of performance, features, and cost-effectiveness for today’s FPGA applications.
