TE0600-03-52I11-A

Overview

The Trenz Electronic TE0600-03-52I11-A is an industrial-grade FPGA micromodule based on the Xilinx Spartan-6 LX series. It integrates a Gigabit Ethernet transceiver (Marvell Alaska PHY), two 16-bit-wide DDR3 SDRAM banks, and 16 MB SPI Flash memory. The module features robust board-to-board connectors providing up to 52 differential and 109 single-ended I/O pins. It operates with a nominal 3.3 V supply and includes on-board switching regulators for 1.2 V and 1.5 V rails. Key interfaces include JTAG, SPI, and 1-Wire.

Feature Summary

• Industrial-grade Xilinx Spartan-6 LX FPGA with integrated Gigabit Ethernet PHY
• Dual 16-bit DDR3 SDRAM banks (128 MB or 512 MB) and 16 MB SPI Flash
• Two 100-pin hermaphroditic B2B connectors for high-speed signal integrity
• On-board power management with 4 A @ 1.2 V and 1.5 A @ 1.5 V rails

Applications

• Industrial automation controllers requiring deterministic FPGA logic
• Embedded systems with Gigabit Ethernet connectivity needs
• Prototyping platforms for Spartan-6 FPGA designs
• Data acquisition systems utilizing DDR3 memory interfaces

Procurement Notes

Verify component authenticity through authorized distributors. Confirm specific FPGA density (LX45/LX100/LX150) and DDR3 capacity variants as these are model-dependent. Check for EOL status and lead times from official Trenz Electronic channels. Ensure carrier board compatibility with the 4x5 cm form factor and connector mating heights.

Selection Notes

Select this module when industrial temperature ranges and high-speed Ethernet integration are required. Consider the available I/O count (52 differential/109 single-ended) against design complexity. Verify power supply requirements match the 3.3 V input specification. Evaluate if the Spartan-6 architecture meets long-term availability needs compared to newer FPGA families.

Part Context

This part belongs to the Trenz Electronic GigaBee XC6SLX series of micromodules. It is designed for compact embedded applications where space efficiency and high-performance FPGA capabilities are critical. The series supports various Spartan-6 densities and memory configurations, offering flexibility for different processing loads and storage requirements.

Replacement Considerations

Direct replacements may require architectural migration due to the end-of-life status of the Spartan-6 family. Alternative modules from Trenz Electronic using newer Xilinx Artix-7 or Kintex-7 FPGAs should be evaluated for pin compatibility and performance upgrades. Carrier board redesign may be necessary for newer form factors.