AT17N512-10PC

Configuration PROMs For FPGAs Overview

The AT17N512-10PC is a 512-Kbit serial EEPROM designed for FPGA configuration. It operates on a 3.3V supply (±10%) and supports an industrial temperature range of -40°C to +85°C. The device utilizes a simple serial interface compatible with Spartan-II, Spartan-IIE, and Spartan XL FPGAs in Master Serial Mode. It features low-power standby mode and high-reliability endurance of at least 10 write cycles with 20-year data retention at 85°C.

Configuration PROMs For FPGAs Feature Summary

• Designed specifically as a configurator memory for Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs)
• Pin-compatible with Xilinx XC17SXXXA and XC17SXXXXL PROMs
• Supports Master Serial Mode configuration for Spartan-II, Spartan-IIE, and Spartan XL families
• Utilizes low-power CMOS EEPROM process technology

Configuration PROMs For FPGAs Applications

• Configuration of Xilinx Spartan-II FPGAs
• Configuration of Xilinx Spartan-IIE FPGAs
• Configuration of Xilinx Spartan XL FPGAs

Configuration PROMs For FPGAs Procurement Notes

Verify the component manufacturer origin, as the datasheet originates from Atmel Corporation prior to its acquisition by Microchip Technology. Confirm that the specific ordering code AT17N512-10PC corresponds to the 8-lead PDIP package variant within the commercial or industrial temperature ranges defined in the official documentation.

Configuration PROMs For FPGAs Selection Notes

Select this component when designing systems requiring direct serial configuration of compatible Xilinx SRAM-based FPGAs without external controllers. Ensure the design environment accommodates the 3.3V supply voltage requirements and verify that the 8-lead PDIP package form factor meets the physical layout constraints of the target printed circuit board assembly.

Configuration PROMs For FPGAs Part Context

This part belongs to the AT17N series of FPGA Configuration EEPROMs, which provide cost-effective storage for configuration programs. The series includes various densities ranging from 256-Kbit to 4-Mbit, packaged in options such as LAP, PDIP, SOIC, and TQFP to suit different integration needs for field-programmable gate array applications.

Configuration PROMs For FPGAs Replacement Considerations

Customers may migrate to AT17LVXXX-10CU packages for the -10CC and -10CI variants.