LCMXO2-7000HC-4FTG256C

Product Overview

Category

The LCMXO2-7000HC-4FTG256C 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 LCMXO2-7000HC-4FTG256C is specifically designed for applications requiring low power consumption and high performance.

Characteristics

• Low power consumption: The LCMXO2-7000HC-4FTG256C 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 LCMXO2-7000HC-4FTG256C comes in a compact 256-ball Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FBGA) package, saving valuable board space.
• Versatile I/O options: It offers a wide range of I/O standards, allowing easy integration with other components.

Package and Quantity

The LCMXO2-7000HC-4FTG256C is available in a 256-ball FBGA package. It is typically sold individually or in reels containing multiple units.

Specifications

• Logic elements: 7,000 Look-Up Tables (LUTs)
• Flip-flops: 7,000
• Block RAM: 270 Kbits
• Maximum user I/Os: 173
• Operating voltage: 1.2V
• Operating temperature range: -40°C to 85°C
• Speed grade: -4

Detailed Pin Configuration

The LCMXO2-7000HC-4FTG256C has a total of 256 pins. The pin configuration is as follows:

• Pin 1: VCCIO
• Pin 2: GND
• Pin 3: IO_0
• Pin 4: IO_1
• ...
• Pin 255: IO_254
• Pin 256: IO_255

For a complete pinout diagram, please refer to the product datasheet.

Functional Features

• Programmable logic: The LCMXO2-7000HC-4FTG256C offers a flexible and customizable logic fabric that can be programmed to implement various digital functions.
• Embedded memory: It includes block RAMs that can be used for data storage or as FIFO buffers.
• Clock management: The FPGA provides dedicated clock resources for precise timing control.
• I/O flexibility: With a wide range of I/O standards, it can interface with different external devices.
• Configuration options: The LCMXO2-7000HC-4FTG256C supports multiple configuration modes, including serial and parallel programming.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Low power consumption enables energy-efficient designs.
• High performance allows for complex computations and signal processing.
• Small package size saves board space.
• Versatile I/O options facilitate easy integration.

Disadvantages

• Limited logic capacity compared to larger FPGAs.
• Less suitable for applications requiring extensive memory resources.
• Higher cost per logic element compared to larger FPGAs.

Working Principles

The LCMXO2-7000HC-4FTG256C operates based on the principles of reconfigurable computing. It consists of an array of configurable logic blocks interconnected through programmable routing resources. The user programs the FPGA by specifying the desired logic functions and interconnections using a Hardware Description Language (HDL) or a graphical design tool. Once programmed, the FPGA executes the desired digital functions by routing signals through the configured logic elements.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The LCMXO2-7000HC-4FTG256C finds applications in various fields, including:

1. Embedded Systems: It can be used to implement custom interfaces, control systems, and signal processing algorithms in embedded devices.
2. Communications: The FPGA can be utilized for protocol conversion, encryption/decryption, and data compression in communication systems.
3. Industrial Automation: It enables the implementation of complex control algorithms, sensor interfacing, and real-time monitoring in industrial automation systems.
4. Medical Devices: The FPGA can be employed for medical imaging, patient monitoring, and diagnostic equipment.
5. Automotive: It can be used for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), engine control units, and infotainment systems in automobiles.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. LCMXO2-1200HC-4TG100C: A smaller variant with 1,200 logic elements and 100-pin TQFP package.
2. LCMXO2-2000HC-4MG132C: A