XC4036XL-3HQ304C

The XC4036XL-3HQ304C is a commercial-grade field programmable gate array (FPGA) offered in a 304-pin BFQFP exposed-pad package. It delivers a mid-range logic capacity with 3,078 logic elements, 36,000 equivalent gates and on-chip embedded memory, combined with up to 256 general-purpose I/O for flexible system integration.

Designed for commercial embedded applications that require configurable logic, I/O density and on-chip memory, this device operates from a 3.0 V to 3.6 V supply and supports standard commercial temperature ranges for broad deployment in non-industrial environments.

Key Features

• Core Logic  3,078 logic elements providing programmable logic resources suitable for mid-range FPGA designs.
• Embedded Memory  41,472 bits of on-chip RAM—approximately 0.041 Mbits—useful for buffering, small FIFOs and state storage.
• I/O Capacity  Up to 256 I/O pins to support multiple interfaces, peripherals and external device connections.
• Logic Scale  Equivalent to 36,000 gates to accommodate glue logic, control functions and moderate combinational/sequential logic.
• Power  Operates from a 3.0 V to 3.6 V supply, enabling compatibility with common commercial voltage domains.
• Package  304-BFQFP exposed pad (supplier device package: 304-PQFP 40 × 40 mm) in a surface-mount form factor for dense PCB layouts.
• Temperature & Grade  Commercial grade with an operating range of 0 °C to 85 °C, suitable for standard commercial environments.
• Regulatory  RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Embedded Control Systems  Use the XC4036XL-3HQ304C to implement custom control logic and state machines while leveraging its I/O density for sensor and actuator interfaces.
• Prototyping and Development  Mid-range logic capacity and abundant I/O make it suitable for hardware prototyping and design validation where programmable logic is required.
• Glue Logic and Interface Bridging  Deploy as an interface concentrator to translate and route signals between multiple peripherals, taking advantage of 256 I/O.

Unique Advantages

• Balanced Logic and Memory  3,078 logic elements plus on-chip RAM provide a capable mix for control, buffering and moderate data-path functions.
• High I/O Count  256 I/O pins reduce the need for external glue components and simplify connections to peripherals and buses.
• Compact, High-Pin Package  304-pin BFQFP exposed-pad packaging offers a high pin count in a surface-mount footprint for dense board designs.
• Commercial Temperature Suitability  Rated 0 °C to 85 °C, matching typical commercial application environments.
• RoHS Compliant  Conforms to RoHS requirements for environmentally conscious designs.

Why Choose XC4036XL-3HQ304C?

The XC4036XL-3HQ304C positions itself as a practical, commercial-grade FPGA option for engineers who need a mid-range programmable logic device with substantial I/O capability and on-chip RAM. Its combination of 3,078 logic elements, roughly 0.041 Mbits of embedded memory and 256 I/O pins supports a range of configurable logic tasks without excessive board-level complexity.

This device is well suited to designers building commercial embedded systems, prototypes and interface-focused solutions where a balance of logic resources, I/O density and a compact surface-mount package deliver long-term value and design flexibility.

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