Product Specifications
Device Architecture
- Product Family: Xilinx XC5200 Series FPGA
- Logic Density: 4,000 equivalent logic cells
- System Gate Count: Up to 15,000 usable system gates
- Package Type: PC84C (84-pin Plastic Leaded Chip Carrier)
- Speed Grade: -6 (commercial temperature range)
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to +70°C
- Core Voltage: 5V ±5%
Logic Resources and Memory
- Configurable Logic Blocks: 196 CLBs arranged in 14×14 array
- User I/O Count: 61 bidirectional user I/O pins
- On-Chip RAM: 7,168 distributed RAM bits
- Maximum Operating Frequency: 125 MHz
- D-Type Flip-Flops: 784 registers for sequential logic
- Function Generators: 392 four-input function generators
Technical Features
- Configuration Method: SRAM-based with volatile configuration memory
- Programming Interface: IEEE 1149.1 JTAG boundary scan support
- Power Technology: Low-power CMOS process technology
- Routing Architecture: Hierarchical interconnect with dedicated carry logic
- Design Security: Configuration readback protection available
Electrical Characteristics
- Input Voltage Levels: TTL/CMOS compatible inputs
- Output Drive Capability: 12mA sink, 12mA source current
- Power Consumption: Typically 500mW at maximum utilization
- Propagation Delay: 6.0ns typical logic delay
- Setup/Hold Times: 2.5ns setup, 0ns hold time
Pricing Information
The XC5204-6PC84C offers competitive pricing for mid-range FPGA applications:
- Unit Pricing (1-9 pieces): Contact authorized Xilinx distributors
- Small Volume (10-99 pieces): Quantity discounts available
- Production Volume (100-999 pieces): Significant cost savings for volume orders
- High Volume (1000+ pieces): Custom pricing available for large-scale production
- Development Kit Pricing: XC5200 evaluation board sold separately
Cost Considerations
- Package Premium: PLCC package offers cost-effective solution for prototyping
- Long-term Pricing: Stable pricing with extended product lifecycle support
- Regional Variations: Pricing may vary by geographic region and distributor
- Volume Commitments: Annual purchase agreements available for large customers
For current XC5204-6PC84C pricing and availability, contact authorized Xilinx distributors or visit the official Xilinx website.
Documents & Media
Technical Documentation
- XC5204-6PC84C Datasheet: Complete electrical specifications and timing parameters
- XC5200 Series User Guide: Comprehensive design methodology and architecture overview
- PC84C Package Information: Mechanical dimensions, pinout, and thermal characteristics
- Application Notes: Design optimization techniques and implementation guidelines
- Errata Document: Known device limitations and recommended workarounds
Design Resources
- Pin Assignment Guide: Optimal pin planning strategies for XC5204-6PC84C
- PCB Design Guidelines: Layout recommendations for signal integrity and thermal management
- Power Distribution Guidelines: Supply decoupling and power sequencing requirements
- Clock Distribution Best Practices: Clock tree optimization and skew minimization
- EMI/EMC Considerations: Electromagnetic compatibility design guidelines
Software Documentation
- Xilinx Foundation Tools: Integrated development environment user manuals
- Synthesis Guidelines: HDL coding practices for optimal results with XC5204-6PC84C
- Place and Route Manual: Physical implementation optimization techniques
- Timing Constraint Guide: Static timing analysis and timing closure methodology
- Configuration and Programming: Device configuration options and programming procedures
Multimedia Content
- Product Overview Videos: XC5204-6PC84C features and application examples
- Design Tutorial Videos: Step-by-step implementation guidance
- Webinar Archive: Technical presentations on XC5200 series best practices
- Interactive Pinout Tool: Web-based pin planning and verification utility
Related Resources
Development Tools and Software
- Xilinx Foundation Series: Complete design environment supporting XC5204-6PC84C
- Third-Party Synthesis: Synopsys, Synplicity, and other leading synthesis tools
- Simulation Platforms: ModelSim, VCS, NC-Sim compatibility for design verification
- Programming Hardware: JTAG programmers and boundary scan test equipment
Compatible Devices and Accessories
- XC5202-6PC84C: Lower-density option in identical PLCC84 package
- XC5206-6PC84C: Higher-capacity alternative for complex designs
- Configuration Memory: XC1700 series serial PROMs for standalone operation
- Crystal Oscillators: Recommended clock sources and frequency references
- Power Supply Solutions: Linear and switching regulators optimized for FPGA applications
IP Cores and Reference Designs
- Processor Cores: Soft-core processors compatible with XC5204-6PC84C
- Communication Interfaces: UART, SPI, I2C, and parallel interface controllers
- DSP Functions: Digital filters, FFT cores, and signal processing blocks
- Memory Controllers: SRAM, DRAM, and Flash memory interface IP
- Protocol Stacks: Ethernet, USB, and other communication protocol implementations
Support and Training Resources
- Xilinx Support Center: Technical support portal with case tracking
- Community Forums: User-to-user support and design discussion boards
- Application Engineering: Direct access to Xilinx technical specialists
- Training Catalog: Classroom and online courses for FPGA design methodology
- Certification Programs: Professional certification in Xilinx FPGA technologies
Environmental & Export Classifications
Environmental Compliance Standards
- RoHS Compliance: Lead-free PLCC package meets European environmental directives
- WEEE Directive: Waste electrical equipment disposal compliance
- REACH Regulation: European chemical substance registration compliance
- California Proposition 65: Compliant with California environmental safety requirements
- Green Manufacturing: Environmentally responsible production processes
Quality and Reliability Certifications
- ISO 9001:2015: Quality management system certification
- ISO 14001: Environmental management system compliance
- IATF 16949: Automotive quality management system (where applicable)
- IPC-A-610: Electronic assembly workmanship standards
- J-STD-001: Soldering and assembly requirements compliance
Reliability and Testing Standards
- JEDEC Standards: Qualification testing per JEDEC solid-state technology standards
- AEC-Q100: Automotive electronics qualification (for automotive-grade variants)
- MIL-STD-883: Military standard test methods (for mil-grade variants)
- Temperature Cycling: 1000+ cycles qualification testing
- Operational Lifetime: 20+ years under normal operating conditions
Export Control Classifications
- Export Control Classification Number (ECCN): 3A001.a.7
- Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS): 8542.31.0001
- Country of Origin: Various (USA, Ireland, Malaysia, Philippines)
- Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS): Subject to U.S. export administration regulations
- International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR): Not ITAR controlled
Packaging and Material Specifications
- Moisture Sensitivity Level: MSL-3 per JEDEC J-STD-020D
- Package Material: Plastic leaded chip carrier with copper leadframe
- Mold Compound: Halogen-free epoxy molding compound
- Lead Finish: Matte tin plating for enhanced solderability
- Marking Requirements: Device part number, date code, and lot traceability
Shipping and Storage Information
- ESD Sensitivity: Class 1C per ANSI/ESDA/JEDEC JS-001
- Storage Temperature: -65°C to +150°C
- Relative Humidity: <85% RH non-condensing
- Shelf Life: 12 months in original packaging
- Shipping Packaging: Anti-static tubes for prototype quantities
The XC5204-6PC84C represents a mature and reliable FPGA solution that combines proven performance with the convenience of a standard PLCC package. Its balanced feature set makes it suitable for a wide range of applications including industrial control, telecommunications, instrumentation, and embedded processing systems. The device’s socket-compatible package facilitates rapid prototyping and field upgrades, while comprehensive development tool support ensures efficient design implementation. Contact authorized Xilinx distributors for technical specifications, current availability, and volume pricing for the XC5204-6PC84C in your next programmable logic application.
