TE0600-03-72C21-A

Overview

The Trenz Electronic TE0600-03-72C21-A is an industrial-grade FPGA micromodule based on the AMD/Xilinx Spartan-6 LX series. It integrates a Gigabit Ethernet transceiver, dual-bank DDR3 SDRAM (up to 512 MB), and SPI Flash memory. The module features switch-mode power supplies for internal voltage regulation and provides extensive I/O via two board-to-board connectors. Designed for compact embedded applications, it supports multiple configuration methods including JTAG and serial flash.

Feature Summary

• Industrial-grade Xilinx Spartan-6 LX FPGA with up to 150K system gates
• Integrated Marvell Alaska 88E1111 Gigabit Ethernet PHY (10/100/1000 Mbps)
• Dual 16-bit DDR3 SDRAM banks supporting 128 MB or 512 MB total capacity
• 16 MB SPI Flash memory with optional 1-Wire EEPROM for MAC address storage

Applications

• Industrial automation controllers requiring deterministic logic processing
• Embedded networking equipment utilizing integrated Gigabit Ethernet
• Compact data acquisition systems leveraging high-speed I/O capabilities
• Prototyping platforms for Spartan-6 FPGA development

Procurement Notes

Verify component availability through authorized distributors as production status may vary. Confirm specific FPGA speed grade and memory configuration options prior to ordering. Ensure carrier board design adheres to the specified mechanical stacking heights and electrical interface requirements detailed in the technical reference manual.

Selection Notes

Select this module when an industrial temperature range and integrated connectivity are required. The TE0600-03 variant supports LX45, LX100, and LX150 devices. Verify that the baseboard design accommodates the 4x5 cm footprint and provides the necessary 3.3V supply current. Consider signal integrity constraints for high-speed differential pairs when designing the mating connector interface.

Part Context

This module belongs to the GigaBee XC6SLX family of micromodules from Trenz Electronic. It is designed to plug into compatible baseboards such as the TE0603. The product line focuses on providing pre-certified, compact FPGA solutions with integrated peripheral support to reduce development time for embedded systems.

Replacement Considerations

No direct public substitutes are listed. Alternative modules from Trenz Electronic include the TE0710 series for Artix-7 based designs or the TE0600-02 for older revisions. Upgrades typically require re-evaluation of pin compatibility and software drivers due to architectural differences between FPGA families.