LCMXO2-4000HC-6FG484C

Product Overview

Category

The LCMXO2-4000HC-6FG484C belongs to the category of Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs).

Use

FPGAs are integrated circuits that can be programmed and reprogrammed to perform various digital functions. The LCMXO2-4000HC-6FG484C is specifically designed for applications requiring low power consumption and high performance.

Characteristics

• Low power consumption: The LCMXO2-4000HC-6FG484C is optimized for low power operation, making it suitable for battery-powered devices.
• High performance: With a high logic density and fast processing capabilities, this FPGA can handle complex tasks efficiently.
• Small package size: The device comes in a compact FG484C package, allowing for space-saving designs.
• Versatile I/O options: The LCMXO2-4000HC-6FG484C offers a wide range of input/output configurations, enabling connectivity with various external devices.

Package and Quantity

The LCMXO2-4000HC-6FG484C is available in an FG484C package. It is typically sold individually or in small quantities.

Specifications

• Logic Cells: 4,000
• Look-Up Tables (LUTs): 2,688
• Flip-Flops: 5,376
• Block RAM: 112 Kbits
• Maximum Operating Frequency: 150 MHz
• I/O Pins: 211
• Voltage Range: 1.14V - 1.26V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to 85°C

Pin Configuration

The detailed pin configuration of the LCMXO2-4000HC-6FG484C can be found in the manufacturer's datasheet.

Functional Features

• Programmability: The LCMXO2-4000HC-6FG484C can be programmed using Hardware Description Languages (HDL) such as VHDL or Verilog, allowing for customization and flexibility in implementing various digital functions.
• Reconfigurability: FPGAs can be reprogrammed multiple times, making them suitable for prototyping and iterative design processes.
• High-speed processing: The FPGA's architecture enables fast data processing, making it ideal for applications requiring real-time operations.
• Integration capabilities: The LCMXO2-4000HC-6FG484C can integrate multiple functions into a single chip, reducing the need for additional components and simplifying system designs.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Low power consumption enables energy-efficient designs.
• High logic density allows for complex functionality in a small footprint.
• Versatile I/O options provide flexibility in interfacing with external devices.
• Reconfigurability allows for iterative development and updates.
• Fast processing capabilities enable real-time operations.

Disadvantages

• Limited resources compared to larger FPGAs, which may restrict the complexity of designs.
• Higher cost per unit compared to fixed-function integrated circuits.
• Steeper learning curve for programming and utilizing FPGAs effectively.

Working Principles

FPGAs consist of an array of configurable logic blocks interconnected by programmable routing channels. The LCMXO2-4000HC-6FG484C utilizes look-up tables (LUTs) to implement logic functions and flip-flops for storing data. These elements can be programmed to create custom digital circuits that perform specific tasks.

The FPGA is configured by loading a bitstream, generated from a hardware description language, into its internal memory. This bitstream determines the behavior and interconnections of the logic blocks, allowing the FPGA to execute the desired functionality.

Application Field Plans

The LCMXO2-4000HC-6FG484C finds applications in various fields, including:

1. Embedded Systems: The FPGA's reconfigurability and high performance make it suitable for implementing complex algorithms and interfaces in embedded systems.
2. Communications: FPGAs can be used to implement signal processing algorithms, encryption/decryption functions, and protocol handling in communication systems.
3. Industrial Automation: The FPGA's ability to interface with sensors, actuators, and control systems enables its use in industrial automation applications.
4. Medical Devices: FPGAs can be employed in medical devices for real-time signal processing, image analysis, and control functions.
5. Aerospace and Defense: The FPGA's reliability, high-speed processing, and reconfigurability make it valuable in aerospace and defense applications, such as radar systems and avionics.

Alternative Models

Alternative models to the LCMXO2-4000HC-6FG484C include:

1. Xilinx Spartan-6 XC6SLX9: A low-cost FPGA with similar features and logic capacity.