XC3S700AN-4FG484I

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The XC3S700AN-4FG484I is a member of the Spartan-3A AN family, an SRAM-based Field Programmable Gate Array manufactured by AMD. It features approximately 700,000 equivalent system gates and 51,200 logic cells within its architecture. The device utilizes a 90 nm process technology and operates with a core voltage typically ranging from 1.14 V to 1.26 V. It is housed in a 484-ball FineLine BGA package with a 25 mm x 25 mm footprint. The component supports industrial temperature ranges and includes embedded block RAM resources for data buffering.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• Supports low-power operation modes suitable for battery-powered or thermally constrained environments
• Provides extensive I/O flexibility with support for multiple voltage standards across configurable banks
• Integrates dedicated clock management tiles for precise frequency synthesis and phase alignment

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• Industrial control systems requiring moderate logic density and reliable field programmability
• Consumer electronics interfaces involving protocol conversion and signal conditioning
• Embedded networking equipment utilizing glue logic for peripheral interconnection

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix codes against official AMD documentation to confirm temperature grade and package variant. Ensure that the procurement channel provides traceability to authorized distribution networks. Confirm RoHS compliance status and lead times directly with the manufacturer or certified partners prior to finalizing orders.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Compare the XC3S700AN against standard Spartan-3A variants to evaluate power consumption differences. Assess whether the available logic cell count meets the design requirements without excessive margin. Verify I/O bank voltage compatibility with existing system components before selecting this specific package type.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This component belongs to the Spartan-3A AN series, which focuses on advanced low-power applications within the broader Spartan FPGA portfolio. It shares architectural similarities with other Spartan-3 devices but offers optimized power characteristics. The AN designation indicates specific enhancements for reduced dynamic power consumption compared to standard counterparts.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

Direct pin-to-pin replacements may include other XC3S700 variants with different suffixes indicating package or temperature changes. Cross-series migration to Spartan-6 or Artix-7 requires significant schematic and constraint file modifications due to architectural differences.