Product Specifications
The XCS20XL-4PQ208I features robust specifications that make it ideal for demanding applications:
Core Architecture:
- System Gates: 20,000 equivalent gates
- Logic Cells: 784 configurable logic blocks
- Speed Grade: -4 (high-performance variant)
- Package Type: PQ208 (208-pin plastic quad flat pack)
- Temperature Grade: Industrial (-40ยฐC to +85ยฐC)
Memory and I/O:
- RAM Bits: 6,144 bits of distributed RAM
- User I/O Pins: 160 programmable I/O pins
- Voltage: 5V operation
- Configuration: SRAM-based configuration memory
Performance Characteristics:
- Maximum Frequency: Up to 83 MHz system clock
- Propagation Delay: 4.1ns typical
- Power Consumption: Optimized for low-power applications
- Programming: In-system programmable via JTAG interface
Price
The XCS20XL-4PQ208I is competitively priced within the mid-range FPGA market segment. Pricing varies based on order quantity, with significant volume discounts available for production quantities. For current pricing and availability, contact authorized Xilinx distributors or visit official semiconductor marketplaces. Educational discounts may be available for qualifying institutions.
Documents & Media
Technical Documentation:
- Datasheet: Complete electrical and timing specifications
- User Guide: Comprehensive programming and design guidelines
- Application Notes: Design examples and best practices
- Reference Manual: Detailed architecture and configuration information
Development Resources:
- ISE Design Suite: Compatible with Xilinx ISE development environment
- CORE Generator: Access to pre-verified IP cores
- Timing Analyzer: Performance optimization tools
- Simulation Models: VHDL and Verilog behavioral models
Package and Pinout:
- Package Drawings: Mechanical specifications and dimensions
- Pinout Diagrams: Complete pin assignments and descriptions
- PCB Layout Guidelines: Routing and signal integrity recommendations
Related Resources
Development Boards:
- Spartan-XL evaluation boards featuring the XCS20XL-4PQ208I
- Third-party development platforms and starter kits
- Educational training boards for FPGA learning
Software Tools:
- Xilinx ISE Foundation: Free development software
- ModelSim: Advanced simulation environment
- ChipScope Pro: Real-time debugging and analysis
- FPGA Editor: Low-level design visualization
IP Cores and Libraries:
- Memory controllers and interfaces
- DSP functions and filters
- Communication protocols (UART, SPI, I2C)
- Processor cores and embedded solutions
Support Resources:
- Technical support forums and communities
- Training courses and webinars
- Application engineering support
- Design consultation services
Environmental & Export Classifications
Environmental Compliance:
- RoHS Compliant: Lead-free manufacturing process
- REACH Compliant: European chemical safety regulations
- Conflict Minerals: Responsibly sourced materials
- Green Package: Environmentally friendly packaging materials
Quality Standards:
- ISO 9001: Quality management system certification
- Automotive Grade: Available in AEC-Q100 qualified versions
- Military Grade: Extended temperature and screening options
- Industrial Grade: Standard industrial temperature range
Export Classifications:
- ECCN: Export Control Classification Number compliance
- Country of Origin: Manufacturing location documentation
- Trade Compliance: International shipping and customs information
- Technology Transfer: Applicable export license requirements
Reliability and Testing:
- MTBF: Mean time between failures specifications
- Stress Testing: Temperature cycling and burn-in procedures
- Quality Assurance: Comprehensive testing protocols
- Traceability: Full supply chain documentation
The XCS20XL-4PQ208I represents an excellent choice for designers requiring a balance of performance, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness in their FPGA-based designs. Its proven architecture and comprehensive support ecosystem make it suitable for both prototype development and volume production applications.
