1. Product Specifications
Core Architecture
- Device Family: Xilinx Virtex-E 1.8V FPGAs
- Part Number: XCV600E-8FG680C
- System Gates: 985,882 gates
- Logic Gates: 186,624 gates
- Logic Cells: 15,552 cells
- Configurable Logic Blocks (CLBs): 3,456
- Maximum Internal Performance: 416MHz (8-speed grade)
- Process Technology: 0.18ฮผm CMOS, 6-layer metal
Memory and Storage
- Total RAM Bits: 294,912 bits
- Block RAM: Embedded memory blocks for data storage
- Configuration: SRAM-based for unlimited reprogrammability
Package Information
- Package Type: 680-pin Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FBGA)
- Package Designation: FG680
- Footprint: 40mm x 40mm
- Pin Count: 680 pins
- I/O Pins: 512 user I/O pins
Electrical Characteristics
- Core Voltage: 1.8V ยฑ5%
- I/O Voltage: Multiple standards supported (1.8V, 2.5V, 3.3V, 5V)
- Power Consumption: Optimized for low-power operation
- Temperature Range: Commercial (0ยฐC to +85ยฐC)
- Speed Grade: -8 (416MHz maximum frequency)
Advanced Features
- Delay-Locked Loops (DLLs): 4 fully digital DLLs for clock management
- Clock Management: Zero-delay clock distribution and multiplication
- Dedicated Carry Logic: High-speed arithmetic operations
- SelectI/O Technology: 16 high-performance I/O standards
- IEEE 1149.1 Boundary Scan: Built-in test and debug capability
- PCI Compliance: Supports PCI interface standards
2. Pricing Information
Market Pricing (2025)
- Current Market Range: $95 – $300 USD (varies by supplier and quantity)
- Historical Production Pricing: Originally $16.50 – $582 (100K+ unit lots, 1999-2002)
- Availability: Available through authorized distributors and secondary market
- Stock Status: Limited availability (legacy/obsolete product)
Pricing Factors
- Quantity Discounts: Volume pricing available for bulk orders
- Lead Time: Typically 1-4 weeks depending on supplier
- Condition: New original vs. refurbished affects pricing
- Market Demand: Secondary market pricing varies significantly
Note: The XCV600E-8FG680C is now considered an obsolete product. AMD (which acquired Xilinx in 2022) no longer manufactures this specific model. Current availability is through existing inventory from distributors and secondary market suppliers.
3. Documents & Media
Technical Documentation
- Official Datasheet: XCV600E-8FG680C.pdf (Xilinx DS022-1 v2.3, July 17, 2002)
- Product Specification: Virtex-E 1.8V Field Programmable Gate Arrays
- User Guides: Virtex-E Configuration Guide, Design Methodology Guide
- Application Notes: Performance optimization, power management, I/O standards
Design Resources
- Pinout Information: Complete pin assignment documentation
- Package Drawings: Mechanical specifications and land patterns
- Timing Specifications: Setup, hold, and propagation delay characteristics
- Power Estimation: Power consumption calculation guidelines
Software Support
- Legacy Tools: Xilinx Foundation and Alliance Series Development Systems
- Modern Support: Limited compatibility with newer Vivado tools
- Third-Party EDA: Support through various electronic design automation tools
- Simulation Models: VHDL and Verilog simulation libraries
Additional Resources
- Reference Designs: Example implementations and best practices
- Migration Guides: Upgrade paths to newer FPGA families
- Training Materials: Historical training documentation and tutorials
- Community Forums: Legacy support through FPGA developer communities
4. Related Resources
Alternative and Replacement Parts
- XCV600E-6FG680C: Same device with -6 speed grade (357MHz)
- XCV600E-7FG680C: Same device with -7 speed grade (400MHz)
- XCV600E-8BG560C: 560-pin BGA package alternative
- XCV1000E Series: Higher density options in same family
Modern Equivalents
- Xilinx 7-Series: Artix-7, Kintex-7, Virtex-7 families
- UltraScale/UltraScale+: Latest Xilinx FPGA architectures
- AMD-Xilinx Versal: Adaptive compute acceleration platform
- Competitor Alternatives: Intel/Altera Stratix, Cyclone, and Arria families
Development Boards and Evaluation Platforms
- Legacy Evaluation Boards: Original Xilinx development platforms
- Third-Party Boards: Historical development systems from partners
- Modern Alternatives: Current FPGA evaluation boards for migration
- Educational Platforms: University program resources and starter kits
Technical Support
- Community Support: FPGA forums and user groups
- Legacy Documentation: Archive of technical resources
- Consultant Networks: Experienced engineers familiar with Virtex-E
- Repair Services: Component-level repair and refurbishment options
5. Environmental & Export Classifications
Environmental Compliance
- RoHS Status: Compliant with Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive
- Lead-Free Status: Available in lead-free package options
- REACH Compliance: Meets European chemical regulation requirements
- Environmental Temperature: Commercial grade (0ยฐC to +85ยฐC)
- Storage Temperature: -65ยฐC to +150ยฐC
- Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
Export Control Information
- ECCN: 3A991.d (Export Control Classification Number)
- HTS Code: 8542.39.0001 (Harmonized Tariff Schedule)
- USHTS: 8542390001 (US Harmonized Tariff Schedule)
- TARIC: 8542399000 (EU Integrated Tariff)
- Country of Origin: Varies by manufacturing location
- Export Restrictions: Subject to US export administration regulations
Quality and Reliability
- Quality Standard: Automotive/Industrial grade available
- MTBF: Mean Time Between Failures data available
- Qualification: Standard commercial qualification testing
- Traceability: Full manufacturing traceability documentation
- Warranty: Varies by supplier (typically 1-year for new parts)
Packaging and Handling
- ESD Sensitivity: Class 1 (โค1000V Human Body Model)
- Moisture Sensitivity: MSL-3 (Moisture Sensitivity Level)
- Anti-Static Packaging: Required for all shipments
- Thermal Cycling: Resistant to standard manufacturing processes
- Handling Precautions: ESD protection required during installation
Key Benefits of XCV600E-8FG680C
Performance Advantages
- High-Speed Operation: Up to 416MHz internal performance
- Large Capacity: Nearly 1 million system gates for complex designs
- Flexible Architecture: Balanced speed and density optimization
- Low Power: Designed for power-efficient operation
Design Flexibility
- Unlimited Reprogrammability: SRAM-based configuration
- Multiple I/O Standards: Support for 16 interface standards
- Clock Management: Advanced DLL-based clock control
- Arithmetic Support: Dedicated carry logic for mathematical operations
Legacy System Support
- Proven Technology: Mature and well-documented platform
- Existing Designs: Supports legacy system maintenance
- Cost-Effective: Alternative to ASIC for medium-volume applications
- Long-Term Availability: Secondary market ensures continued supply
For technical support, pricing inquiries, or availability questions regarding the XCV600E-8FG680C, please contact authorized Xilinx distributors or specialized FPGA component suppliers. Due to the obsolete status of this product, lead times and pricing may vary significantly based on available inventory.
