XC2V250-5FGG256C

The XC2V250-5FGG256C is a Virtex®-II field programmable gate array (FPGA) in a 256-ball BGA package, designed for commercial-grade applications. This device integrates programmable logic, embedded memory, dedicated multiplier resources and flexible I/O to support designs that require on-chip logic, memory and high-performance interfacing.

With 3,456 logic elements, approximately 0.42 Mbits of embedded RAM, 172 user I/Os and a 1.425 V–1.575 V core supply range, the XC2V250-5FGG256C targets system designs needing moderate gate counts, integrated arithmetic blocks and a versatile I/O footprint within a surface-mount FBGA package.

Key Features

• Logic Resources — 3,456 logic elements and 384 configurable logic blocks (CLBs) to implement custom logic and state machines.
• Gate Count — Approximately 250,000 system gates suited for mid-range FPGA designs.
• Embedded Memory — 442,368 total RAM bits (approximately 0.42 Mbits) for on-chip buffering, FIFOs and small data stores; supported by the Virtex-II SelectRAM memory hierarchy described in the datasheet.
• Dedicated Arithmetic — Series-level architecture provides 18-bit × 18-bit multiplier blocks for implementing fixed-point and DSP arithmetic (per datasheet feature set).
• I/O Capacity — 172 user I/Os in the 256-FBGA (17 × 17) footprint, enabling broad external interfacing and board-level signal routing.
• Package & Mounting — 256-BGA surface-mount package (supplier device package: 256-FBGA 17×17) for compact board integration.
• Power — Core voltage supply range of 1.425 V to 1.575 V to match system power rails and design constraints.
• Operating Range & Grade — Commercial grade with an operating temperature range of 0 °C to 85 °C.
• Environmental Compliance — RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Memory Interface Controllers — Implement SDR/DDR or SRAM interface logic using the device’s embedded RAM and I/O capacity for mid-range bus bridging and memory arbitration.
• Digital Signal Processing — Use the embedded multiplier blocks and on-chip RAM for fixed-point DSP pipelines, filtering and arithmetic acceleration.
• Custom Peripheral and Bridge Logic — Integrate protocol translators, glue logic and custom peripheral controllers leveraging abundant I/Os and programmable logic.
• Prototyping and System Integration — Rapidly validate hardware architectures and integrate multiple subsystems on a single FPGA platform with moderate gate density and memory.

Unique Advantages

• Balanced Logic and Memory: 3,456 logic elements paired with approximately 0.42 Mbits of embedded memory provide a compact, integrated solution for mid-density designs.
• Dedicated Arithmetic Resources: Built-in 18-bit × 18-bit multipliers accelerate DSP and computation tasks without consuming general-purpose logic.
• Flexible I/O Count: 172 user I/Os in a 256-FBGA footprint allow broad external connectivity while keeping PCB real estate efficient.
• Commercial Temperature Rating: Specified 0 °C to 85 °C operation and commercial grade classification fit mainstream electronics and embedded applications.
• Compact Package: 256-BGA (17×17) surface-mount package simplifies board layout for space-constrained designs.
• Standards and Compliance: RoHS compliance supports current environmental requirements for commercial products.

Why Choose XC2V250-5FGG256C?

The XC2V250-5FGG256C offers a practical balance of programmable logic, on-chip RAM and arithmetic resources in a compact 256-FBGA package for commercial embedded designs. Its combination of 3,456 logic elements, dedicated multipliers and 172 I/Os makes it suitable for applications that require integrated processing, memory buffering and versatile external interfaces without moving to higher-density devices.

This device is appropriate for engineering teams seeking a commercially graded Virtex®-II platform FPGA with verifiable on-chip memory, defined power requirements and a clear operating temperature range—providing predictable integration into mid-range digital systems.

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