Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
| Package | Tray |
| ProductStatus | Obsolete |
| ProgrammableType | In System Programmable |
| MemorySize | 16Mb |
| Voltage-Supply | 1.65V ~ 2V |
| OperatingTemperature | -40°C ~ 85°C |
| MountingType | Surface Mount |
| Package/Case | 48-TFBGA, CSPBGA |
Overview
Description
The XCF16PFS48C is a configuration memory device from Xilinx, designed for use with FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Arrays) to store configuration data. It belongs to the XCF series, which are Platform Flash PROMs providing a non-volatile storage solution for FPGA designs. The "16" indicates a storage capacity of 16 megabits, while "PFS48" specifies the package type, which is a 48-pin plastic fine-pitch ball grid array (FBGA).
This memory device ensures that the FPGA can be automatically configured upon powering up, allowing for quicker initialization and setup. The XCF16PFS48C supports industry-standard interfaces and offers high-speed data transfer, ensuring efficient communication with the FPGA. Its compact package makes it suitable for space-constrained applications, and it is ideal for various applications where reliable, non-volatile configuration storage is critical.
Overall, the XCF16PFS48C is essential for FPGA-based designs requiring reliable configuration memory, offering ease of use, high performance, and robust storage capabilities.
This memory device ensures that the FPGA can be automatically configured upon powering up, allowing for quicker initialization and setup. The XCF16PFS48C supports industry-standard interfaces and offers high-speed data transfer, ensuring efficient communication with the FPGA. Its compact package makes it suitable for space-constrained applications, and it is ideal for various applications where reliable, non-volatile configuration storage is critical.
Overall, the XCF16PFS48C is essential for FPGA-based designs requiring reliable configuration memory, offering ease of use, high performance, and robust storage capabilities.
Equivalent
The XCF16PFS48C is a configuration PROM used with Xilinx FPGAs. Equivalent or alternative products are typically from other manufacturers offering similar configuration memories. Consider looking into:
1. Altera (now Intel) EPC16: Similar configuration PROM for Altera FPGAs.
2. Microchip (Atmel) AT17LV010: Configuration memory for various FPGA families.
3. Lattice Semiconductor's ispXPLD: Configuration solutions for Lattice FPGAs.
Always verify pin compatibility and electrical specifications before substituting.
1. Altera (now Intel) EPC16: Similar configuration PROM for Altera FPGAs.
2. Microchip (Atmel) AT17LV010: Configuration memory for various FPGA families.
3. Lattice Semiconductor's ispXPLD: Configuration solutions for Lattice FPGAs.
Always verify pin compatibility and electrical specifications before substituting.
Features
The XCF16PFS48C is a memory device from Xilinx, typically used in programmable logic devices. Key features include:
1. Serial Configuration: Designed for Xilinx FPGAs, providing a simple, low-pin interface for configuring them.
2. Density: Provides 16 Mb (megabits) of memory, suitable for storing configuration data.
3. Interface: Uses a Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI), which simplifies board layout and reduces pin count.
4. Configuration Support: Supports multiple boot modes and allows cascading multiple devices for larger configuration data storage.
5. Read/Write Functionality: Features simple read/write operations while maintaining data integrity.
6. Packaging: Comes in a compact 48-pin TQFP package, suitable for space-constrained applications.
7. Performance: Offers fast read speeds and reliable data storage, which is essential for high-performance FPGA applications.
8. Power Efficiency: Designed with low power consumption to enhance battery life in portable applications.
9. Versatility: Compatible with a wide range of Xilinx FPGAs, making it versatile for various applications.
These features make the XCF16PFS48C a robust solution for configuring Xilinx FPGA devices efficiently.
1. Serial Configuration: Designed for Xilinx FPGAs, providing a simple, low-pin interface for configuring them.
2. Density: Provides 16 Mb (megabits) of memory, suitable for storing configuration data.
3. Interface: Uses a Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI), which simplifies board layout and reduces pin count.
4. Configuration Support: Supports multiple boot modes and allows cascading multiple devices for larger configuration data storage.
5. Read/Write Functionality: Features simple read/write operations while maintaining data integrity.
6. Packaging: Comes in a compact 48-pin TQFP package, suitable for space-constrained applications.
7. Performance: Offers fast read speeds and reliable data storage, which is essential for high-performance FPGA applications.
8. Power Efficiency: Designed with low power consumption to enhance battery life in portable applications.
9. Versatility: Compatible with a wide range of Xilinx FPGAs, making it versatile for various applications.
These features make the XCF16PFS48C a robust solution for configuring Xilinx FPGA devices efficiently.
Pinout
The XCF16PFS48C is a configuration PROM (Programmable Read-Only Memory) from Xilinx, used for storing configuration data for Xilinx FPGAs. It has a pin count of 48, and it is housed in a TQFP (Thin Quad Flat Pack) package. The primary function of this PROM is to provide non-volatile storage for FPGA bitstream files, which are used to configure the FPGA upon power-up or reset.
Key features of the XCF16PFS48C include support for JTAG (Joint Test Action Group) programming, compatibility with a wide range of Xilinx FPGAs, and the ability to store up to 16 megabits of configuration data. The device supports both Master Serial and Slave Serial FPGA configuration modes. It is designed to provide a reliable means of configuring FPGAs in embedded systems, ensuring that the FPGA initializes correctly every time the system is powered on.
For detailed pin functionality and electrical characteristics, refer to the specific datasheet provided by Xilinx.
Key features of the XCF16PFS48C include support for JTAG (Joint Test Action Group) programming, compatibility with a wide range of Xilinx FPGAs, and the ability to store up to 16 megabits of configuration data. The device supports both Master Serial and Slave Serial FPGA configuration modes. It is designed to provide a reliable means of configuring FPGAs in embedded systems, ensuring that the FPGA initializes correctly every time the system is powered on.
For detailed pin functionality and electrical characteristics, refer to the specific datasheet provided by Xilinx.
Manufacturer
The XCF16PFS48C is manufactured by AMD Xilinx. Xilinx is a semiconductor company known for its development of highly flexible and adaptive processing platforms. It is a leading provider of field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs), adaptive SoCs (System-on-Chips), and related technologies. Xilinx's products are widely used in various industries, including telecommunications, automotive, aerospace, defense, and data centers, to enable advanced computing capabilities and innovative electronic designs. In 2020, Xilinx was acquired by AMD (Advanced Micro Devices), a prominent semiconductor company known for its CPUs and GPUs.
Application
The XCF16PFS48C is a Complex Programmable Logic Device (CPLD) commonly used in applications requiring flexible logic solutions. Its primary application areas include telecommunications, where it can manage data routing and signal processing; automotive systems, for controlling subsystems and interfacing with sensors; industrial automation, for process control and machinery operations; and consumer electronics, where it can facilitate device interfacing and customization. Additionally, it is used in testing and measurement equipment, offering precise control over test protocols and data acquisition. Its programmability and versatility make it suitable for a wide range of digital logic applications.
Package
The XCF16PFS48C is a memory device packaged in a 48-lead Plastic Quad Flat Pack (PQFP).
