Overview
The AMD/Xilinx XC7A100T-2FGG484I is a high-performance Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) from the Artix-7 series, manufactured on a 28nm process. This device is optimized for low power applications requiring serial transceivers, high DSP, and logic throughput. It features 102,400 logic cells, abundant DSP slices, memory, and high-speed serial transceivers, making it ideal for a variety of cost and power-sensitive applications such as portable medical equipment, military radios, and compact wireless infrastructure. The XC7A100T-2FGG484I is part of the Artix-7 family, which has redefined cost-sensitive solutions by cutting power consumption in half from the previous generation while providing best-in-class transceivers and signal processing capabilities.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Logic Cells | 102,400 |
| Process Technology | 28nm (HKMG) |
| Package Type | 484-pin FineLine BGA (FGG) |
| Core Voltage | 1.0V |
| Speed Grade | -2 (Industrial temperature range: -40°C to +100°C) |
| Block RAM | 10,125 Kbits (4,860 Kb) |
| DSP Slices | 220 (with 25×18 multipliers) |
| Transceivers | 8 GTP transceivers (up to 12.5 Gbps / 6.6 Gbps) |
| PCI Express | Two PCIe blocks (x4 Gen2) |
| Ethernet MAC | Two Ethernet MAC blocks |
| Clock Management Tiles | Six CMTs with phase-locked loop (PLL) |
| I/O Pins | 285 |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +100°C |
Key Features
- Configurable Logic Blocks (CLBs): Each with a pair of 6-input LUTs and flip-flops, totaling 102,400 CLBs.
- Block RAM (BRAM): Dedicated memory blocks of 36 Kb, providing up to 10,125 Kb total BRAM.
- DSP Slices: Specialized blocks with fast 25×18 bit multipliers and adders, totaling 220 DSP slices.
- High-Speed Serial Transceivers: Eight serial transceiver blocks supporting up to 12.5 Gbps data rates.
- PCI Express and Ethernet: Two PCIe blocks and two Ethernet MAC blocks.
- Clock Management Tiles (CMTs): Six CMTs, each with a phase-locked loop (PLL).
- Multi-Voltage, Multi-Standard I/O Support: Supporting a range of I/O standards.
- Advanced Configuration: Including AES and CRC encryption, and built-in SEU detection and correction.
Applications
The XC7A100T-2FGG484I FPGA is suitable for a wide range of applications, including:
- Medical Equipment: Portable medical devices that require low power and high performance.
- Military and Aerospace: Military radios and other aerospace applications where size, weight, power, and cost (SWaP-C) are critical.
- Wireless Infrastructure: Compact wireless infrastructure and software-defined radio systems.
- Machine Vision and Cameras: High-performance machine vision cameras and other imaging applications.
- Avionics and Communications: Applications in avionics and communications where low power and high performance are essential.
Q & A
- What is the process technology of the XC7A100T-2FGG484I FPGA?
The XC7A100T-2FGG484I FPGA is manufactured on a 28nm High-K Metal Gate (HKMG) process. - How many logic cells does the XC7A100T-2FGG484I FPGA have?
The XC7A100T-2FGG484I FPGA has 102,400 logic cells. - What is the core voltage of the XC7A100T-2FGG484I FPGA?
The core voltage of the XC7A100T-2FGG484I FPGA is 1.0V. - What is the operating temperature range of the XC7A100T-2FGG484I FPGA?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to +100°C. - How many DSP slices does the XC7A100T-2FGG484I FPGA have?
The XC7A100T-2FGG484I FPGA has 220 DSP slices. - What is the maximum data rate of the transceivers in the XC7A100T-2FGG484I FPGA?
The transceivers can support up to 12.5 Gbps data rates. - Does the XC7A100T-2FGG484I FPGA support PCI Express?
Yes, it supports PCI Express with two PCIe blocks (x4 Gen2). - What type of package does the XC7A100T-2FGG484I FPGA use?
The XC7A100T-2FGG484I FPGA uses a 484-pin FineLine BGA (FGG) package. - What are some of the key applications of the XC7A100T-2FGG484I FPGA?
Key applications include portable medical equipment, military radios, compact wireless infrastructure, machine vision cameras, and avionics and communications. - Does the XC7A100T-2FGG484I FPGA support advanced configuration options?
Yes, it supports advanced configuration options including AES and CRC encryption, and built-in SEU detection and correction.
