The XC3S250E-4CS132C is a versatile and powerful field-programmable gate array (FPGA) from Xilinx’s renowned Spartan-3E series. This compact yet feature-rich device delivers exceptional performance for a wide range of embedded applications, making it an ideal choice for engineers developing cost-effective digital solutions.
Product Specifications
The XC3S250E-4CS132C offers robust capabilities in a compact 132-pin CSBGA package, designed to meet demanding application requirements while maintaining cost efficiency.
Core Specifications:
- Logic Cells: 250,000 system gates equivalent
- Configurable Logic Blocks (CLBs): 1,164 CLBs providing flexible logic implementation
- Block RAM: 216 Kbits of distributed RAM for data storage and buffering
- Digital Clock Managers (DCMs): 4 DCMs for advanced clock management and signal conditioning
- User I/O Pins: 92 user-configurable I/O pins supporting multiple voltage standards
- Package Type: 132-pin Chip Scale Ball Grid Array (CSBGA)
- Speed Grade: -4 (high-performance speed grade)
- Operating Voltage: 1.2V core voltage with 3.3V/2.5V/1.8V I/O support
Advanced Features: The XC3S250E-4CS132C incorporates dedicated multipliers, making it particularly suitable for digital signal processing applications. Its enhanced architecture supports complex arithmetic operations while maintaining low power consumption characteristics typical of the Spartan-3E family.
Price Information
Pricing for the XC3S250E-4CS132C varies based on order quantity, packaging requirements, and current market conditions. For the most competitive pricing and volume discounts on the XC3S250E-4CS132C, please contact authorized Xilinx distributors or electronics component suppliers. Educational institutions and volume purchasers may be eligible for special pricing programs.
Documents & Media
Essential Documentation:
- XC3S250E-4CS132C Complete Data Sheet with electrical specifications and timing parameters
- Spartan-3E FPGA Family User Guide covering architecture and design considerations
- Package and Pinout Information detailing the 132-pin CSBGA configuration
- PCB Design Guidelines for optimal board layout and signal integrity
- Programming and Configuration User Guide for device setup and deployment
Development Resources:
- Reference designs and application notes specifically optimized for the XC3S250E-4CS132C
- Vivado Design Suite compatibility information and design flow documentation
- Power estimation tools and thermal management guidelines
Related Resources
Development Tools: The XC3S250E-4CS132C is fully supported by Xilinx’s comprehensive development ecosystem, including ISE Design Suite and select Vivado tools for legacy support. These tools provide complete design entry, synthesis, implementation, and debugging capabilities.
Compatible Products:
- Configuration memory devices for storing FPGA bitstreams
- Clock generation and distribution components
- Power management solutions optimized for Spartan-3E requirements
- Interface and connectivity components supporting the XC3S250E-4CS132C’s I/O capabilities
Evaluation Platforms: Several development boards feature the XC3S250E-4CS132C, providing immediate prototyping capabilities and reference implementations for common design patterns.
Environmental & Export Classifications
Environmental Compliance: The XC3S250E-4CS132C meets stringent environmental standards, including RoHS compliance for lead-free manufacturing processes. The device operates reliably across commercial temperature ranges and maintains consistent performance under varying environmental conditions.
Operating Conditions:
- Temperature Range: Commercial (0ยฐC to +85ยฐC)
- Humidity: Non-condensing environments
- Storage Temperature: -65ยฐC to +150ยฐC
Export Classification: This product may be subject to export administration regulations depending on the destination country and intended application. The XC3S250E-4CS132C falls under standard semiconductor export classifications, but users should verify current export control requirements for their specific applications and geographic regions.
Quality Standards: Manufactured to ISO 9001 quality standards with comprehensive testing and qualification procedures ensuring reliable operation across the device’s specified lifetime.
The XC3S250E-4CS132C represents an excellent balance of performance, features, and cost-effectiveness for FPGA-based designs. Its proven Spartan-3E architecture, combined with adequate logic resources and flexible I/O capabilities, makes it suitable for industrial control, communications, and embedded processing applications where reliable, programmable logic solutions are essential.
