Product Specifications
The XC5VLX50-1FF324C offers impressive technical capabilities that make it suitable for complex digital designs:
Core Features:
- Logic Cells: 50,000 equivalent system gates
- CLB Slices: 7,200 configurable logic blocks
- Block RAM: 1,728 Kb total memory
- DSP48E Slices: 48 dedicated digital signal processing blocks
- Speed Grade: -1 (standard performance)
- Package Type: FF324 (324-pin Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array)
- Operating Temperature: Commercial grade (0ยฐC to +85ยฐC)
Advanced Capabilities: The XC5VLX50-1FF324C incorporates Xilinx’s 6-input lookup tables (LUTs) and advanced clock management tiles (CMTs) for superior timing performance. The integrated DSP48E slices provide dedicated multiply-accumulate functionality, making this FPGA particularly well-suited for digital signal processing applications requiring high computational throughput.
I/O and Connectivity: With its FF324 package, the XC5VLX50-1FF324C provides ample I/O resources for interfacing with external components. The device supports various I/O standards including LVDS, LVTTL, and LVCMOS, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of system architectures.
Price
Pricing for the XC5VLX50-1FF324C varies based on quantity, supplier, and current market conditions. For the most accurate and up-to-date pricing information, we recommend contacting authorized Xilinx distributors or visiting electronic component marketplaces. Volume discounts are typically available for production quantities.
Documents & Media
Technical Documentation:
- XC5VLX50-1FF324C Datasheet: Complete electrical specifications and performance characteristics
- Virtex-5 FPGA User Guide: Comprehensive implementation guidelines and best practices
- Package Information: Detailed pinout diagrams and mechanical specifications for the FF324 package
- Programming Guide: Step-by-step instructions for device configuration and programming
Development Resources:
- Reference designs and application notes specific to the XC5VLX50-1FF324C
- Timing analysis reports and performance benchmarks
- Power consumption analysis and thermal management guidelines
Related Resources
Development Tools: The XC5VLX50-1FF324C is fully supported by Xilinx’s ISE Design Suite and Vivado Design Suite (for migration paths). These comprehensive development environments provide synthesis, place-and-route, and debugging capabilities specifically optimized for Virtex-5 devices.
Compatible Products:
- Configuration memory devices (Platform Flash)
- Development boards featuring the XC5VLX50-1FF324C
- Debug and programming cables
- Reference clock sources and power management solutions
Application Areas: The XC5VLX50-1FF324C excels in applications including wireless base stations, digital signal processing systems, industrial automation, medical imaging equipment, and high-speed communication interfaces.
Environmental & Export Classifications
Environmental Compliance: The XC5VLX50-1FF324C meets stringent environmental standards including RoHS compliance for lead-free manufacturing. The device is designed to operate reliably across its specified temperature range while maintaining low power consumption characteristics typical of the Virtex-5 family.
Export Classification: This product may be subject to export control regulations depending on the destination country and intended application. Users should verify current export control classifications and obtain necessary licenses when required for international shipments or specific end-use applications.
Quality Standards: The XC5VLX50-1FF324C is manufactured under ISO 9001 quality management systems and undergoes comprehensive testing to ensure reliability in demanding operating environments.
The XC5VLX50-1FF324C represents an excellent balance of performance, features, and cost-effectiveness for mid-range FPGA applications. Its proven Virtex-5 architecture, combined with comprehensive development tool support, makes it an ideal choice for engineers seeking reliable FPGA solutions for next-generation digital systems.

