XC2S50-6PQ208C

The XC2S50-6PQ208C is a Spartan®-II field programmable gate array (FPGA) IC from AMD, supplied in a 208-pin BFQFP surface-mount package. As a commercial-grade programmable logic device, it delivers a balance of on-chip logic, embedded memory, and I/O density for general-purpose commercial electronic designs.

Key Features

• Core Logic 1,728 logic elements organized across 384 configurable logic blocks (CLBs), enabling implementation of custom digital functions and control logic.
• Embedded Memory 32,768 bits of on-chip RAM for buffering, FIFOs, and small data storage requirements within the FPGA fabric.
• I/O Capacity 140 user I/O pins to interface with external peripherals, sensors, and other system components.
• Gate Count Approximately 50,000 gates of logic-equivalent capacity to support medium-complexity digital designs.
• Power Supply Operates from a defined core voltage range of 2.375 V to 2.625 V to match system power rails and regulator designs.
• Package & Mounting 208-BFQFP (208-PQFP, 28×28) surface-mount package for PCB assembly in compact commercial products.
• Operating Range Commercial operating temperature range from 0 °C to 85 °C for standard commercial environments.
• Regulatory Status RoHS compliant for use in lead-free manufacturing processes.

Typical Applications

• Commercial Embedded Systems — Implement custom control logic and interface functions in commercial electronic products requiring programmable logic.
• Digital Glue and Prototyping — Provide glue logic and mid-level integration for system prototypes and production designs where reprogrammability is beneficial.
• I/O Management — Aggregate and manage multiple peripheral interfaces using available I/O pins and internal logic resources.

Unique Advantages

• Balanced Logic Density: 1,728 logic elements and ~50,000 gates provide sufficient capacity for moderate complexity designs without excessive area or power.
• On‑Chip Memory: 32,768 bits of embedded RAM reduce the need for external memory in many buffering and control use cases.
• Generous I/O Count: 140 I/O pins offer flexible connectivity options for peripherals and system interfaces.
• Compact Surface-Mount Package: The 208-BFQFP package supports space-efficient board layouts while remaining compatible with standard SMT assembly.
• Commercial Temperature Range: Rated for 0 °C to 85 °C operation to meet typical commercial deployment conditions.
• RoHS Compliant: Facilitates integration into lead-free manufacturing processes and assemblies.

Why Choose XC2S50-6PQ208C?

The XC2S50-6PQ208C positions itself as a versatile, commercial-grade Spartan®-II FPGA offering a practical mix of logic, memory, and I/O for medium-complexity programmable logic tasks. Its combination of 1,728 logic elements, on-chip RAM, and a 140-pin I/O complement makes it well suited for engineers designing commercial embedded systems that require reprogrammable logic within a compact surface-mount footprint.

Manufactured by AMD and delivered in a 208-BFQFP package, this device provides a predictable operating voltage range and commercial temperature rating that align with standard design and manufacturing processes, supporting long-term deployment and maintainability.

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