The XQ5VLX110T-1FF1136N is a premium space-grade Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) from Xilinx’s Virtex-5 family, specifically designed for mission-critical aerospace and defense applications. This radiation-hardened FPGA delivers exceptional performance and reliability in extreme environments where standard commercial components cannot operate.
Product Specification
The XQ5VLX110T-1FF1136N features advanced architecture optimized for high-performance computing applications. This FPGA incorporates 110,592 logic cells with 6-input lookup tables (LUTs) and integrated flip-flops, providing substantial computational capacity for complex digital signal processing tasks. The device includes 64 dedicated DSP48E slices for efficient multiply-accumulate operations, making it ideal for digital filtering, FFT processing, and mathematical computations.
Memory resources include 4,608 Kb of block RAM distributed across 128 blocks, each capable of storing 36 Kb of data. The XQ5VLX110T-1FF1136N supports various memory configurations including single-port, dual-port, and FIFO implementations. Clock management is handled by four dedicated Clock Management Tiles (CMTs), each containing two Digital Clock Managers (DCMs) and one Phase-Locked Loop (PLL) for precise timing control.
The device operates across a temperature range of -55ยฐC to +125ยฐC with a speed grade of -1, ensuring reliable operation in harsh environmental conditions. The 1136-pin Fine-pitch Ball Grid Array (FF1136) package provides 680 user I/O pins with support for multiple voltage standards including LVTTL, LVCMOS, SSTL, and HSTL interfaces.
Price
The XQ5VLX110T-1FF1136N is positioned as a premium aerospace-grade component with pricing reflecting its specialized radiation-hardened design and extensive qualification testing. Pricing varies based on quantity, delivery schedule, and specific customer requirements. For current pricing information and volume discounts, customers should contact authorized Xilinx distributors or the manufacturer directly. The investment in this FPGA is justified by its exceptional reliability, extended operating temperature range, and comprehensive radiation tolerance suitable for space missions and critical defense applications.
Documents & Media
Comprehensive technical documentation supports the XQ5VLX110T-1FF1136N implementation and design process. The primary datasheet provides detailed electrical specifications, timing characteristics, and package information essential for system design. User guides include the Virtex-5 FPGA Configuration Guide, which covers programming methods, bitstream generation, and configuration memory options.
Design methodology documentation includes placement and routing guidelines, power estimation tools, and thermal management recommendations. Application notes demonstrate best practices for high-speed design, signal integrity considerations, and EMI mitigation techniques. The Xilinx ISE Design Suite provides complete development environment support with synthesis, implementation, and simulation tools specifically optimized for Virtex-5 architecture.
Additional resources include IBIS models for signal integrity analysis, reference designs for common applications, and compatibility matrices for development boards and programming tools. Video tutorials and webinars cover advanced design techniques, debugging methodologies, and optimization strategies for maximizing performance in space-constrained applications.
Related Resources
The XQ5VLX110T-1FF1136N ecosystem includes comprehensive development tools and supporting components. The Xilinx ISE Design Suite provides the primary development environment with ChipScope Pro for embedded logic analysis and debugging. ModelSim and ISim simulators enable thorough verification before hardware implementation.
Development boards and evaluation kits facilitate rapid prototyping and proof-of-concept development. The ML505 evaluation platform provides a compatible development environment with the standard Virtex-5 LX110T, allowing initial design verification before transitioning to the space-grade XQ5VLX110T-1FF1136N. Programming tools include the Platform Cable USB and iMPACT software for device configuration and boundary scan testing.
Third-party IP cores extend functionality with pre-verified implementations of common functions including communication protocols, DSP algorithms, and memory controllers. Partner solutions include radiation-hardened support components such as configuration memory, power management ICs, and high-reliability connectors specifically qualified for aerospace applications.
Environmental & Export Classifications
The XQ5VLX110T-1FF1136N meets stringent environmental and quality standards required for aerospace and defense applications. The device is manufactured using radiation-hardened design techniques and specialized silicon processes to withstand total ionizing dose (TID) levels exceeding 300 krad(Si) and single event upset (SEU) immunity appropriate for space missions.
Quality assurance includes comprehensive screening procedures with burn-in testing, temperature cycling, and mechanical shock/vibration testing according to MIL-STD-883 specifications. The device carries QML-V (Qualified Manufacturers List – Class V) certification, representing the highest level of reliability screening available for semiconductor components.
Export classification requires compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR) due to the advanced technology and potential dual-use applications. Customers must verify export licensing requirements and obtain appropriate approvals before international shipment. The XQ5VLX110T-1FF1136N falls under controlled technology classifications requiring special handling and documentation for international transactions.
Environmental compliance includes RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) compliance for lead-free assembly processes and REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulation compliance for European markets. The device packaging uses halogen-free materials and environmentally conscious manufacturing processes while maintaining the robust performance characteristics required for mission-critical applications.
The XQ5VLX110T-1FF1136N represents the pinnacle of FPGA technology for aerospace applications, combining exceptional performance with uncompromising reliability in the most demanding operational environments.
