XC17S200APD8I

Overview

The XC17S200APD8I is a 2 Mbit One-Time Programmable (OTP) Configuration PROM manufactured by AMD. Designed for serial configuration of Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs), this integrated circuit provides non-volatile storage for FPGA bitstream data. It operates within the industrial temperature range and is housed in an 8-pin Plastic Dual In-line Package (PDIP). The device functions as a serial EEPROM equivalent for loading configuration data into compatible Xilinx FPGAs upon power-up.

Feature Summary

• Provides non-volatile storage for FPGA configuration bitstreams
• Supports serial interface for direct programming of compatible FPGAs
• Operates reliably within specified industrial temperature limits

Applications

• Configuration of Xilinx Spartan and Virtex FPGA families
• Industrial control systems requiring reliable FPGA initialization
• Embedded hardware designs needing persistent configuration storage

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'PD8I' corresponds to the 8-pin PDIP package and industrial temperature grade. Confirm compatibility with the target FPGA model, as configuration protocols vary across generations. Ensure the OTP nature of the device is understood, as data cannot be reprogrammed once written. Cross-reference the manufacturer part number with official AMD/Xilinx documentation to validate pinout and electrical specifications before integration.

Selection Notes

Select this component when a dedicated serial configuration memory is required for legacy or specific Xilinx FPGA architectures. The choice depends on the need for a simple serial interface rather than parallel loading. Consider the industrial temperature rating if the operating environment exceeds commercial limits. Evaluate the 2 Mbit capacity against the size of the target FPGA design to ensure sufficient storage space for the complete configuration bitstream.

Part Context

This part belongs to the XC17 series of configuration PROMs developed by Xilinx, now under AMD. These devices were specifically engineered to simplify the boot process of Xilinx FPGAs by storing the configuration data externally. The XC17S200 variant represents a 2 Mbit density level, suitable for mid-range FPGA devices that do not require the larger capacities offered by higher-density configuration memories.

Replacement Considerations

Direct replacements include other XC17 series parts such as XC17S200E or XC17S200CL, depending on package and speed requirements. Verify that any substitute maintains the same serial protocol and voltage levels. Alternative generic serial EEPROMs may function only if they support the specific Xilinx configuration mode, which often requires proprietary timing sequences not found in standard I2C or SPI memories.