XC2S200-6FGG1477C Product Overview
The XC2S200-6FGG1477C is a high-performance Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) from the renowned Spartan-II family, designed to deliver flexible, cost-effective programmable logic for demanding digital applications. Built on a proven 0.18μm CMOS process, this device offers 200,000 system gates and 5,292 logic cells, making it ideal for engineers seeking a balance between performance, scalability, and cost efficiency.
As part of the Spartan-II series, the XC2S200 FPGA serves as a powerful alternative to ASIC designs, enabling faster development cycles and in-field reconfiguration without hardware replacement.
Key Features of XC2S200-6FGG1477C
High Logic Density and Performance
The XC2S200-6FGG1477C provides substantial logic resources for complex system designs:
| Specification |
Value |
| System Gates |
200,000 |
| Logic Cells |
5,292 |
| CLBs (Configurable Logic Blocks) |
1,176 |
| CLB Array |
28 × 42 |
| Max User I/O |
Up to 284 |
| Speed Grade |
-6 (High Performance) |
This configuration enables efficient implementation of advanced digital logic and embedded processing tasks.
Memory Architecture
The FPGA integrates flexible on-chip memory resources to support data-intensive applications:
| Memory Type |
Capacity |
| Distributed RAM |
75,264 bits |
| Block RAM |
56 Kbits |
| Total Memory |
~131 Kbits |
This dual-memory structure allows designers to optimize between speed and storage efficiency.
Electrical and Operating Conditions
| Parameter |
Specification |
| Core Voltage (VCCINT) |
2.5V |
| I/O Voltage (VCCO) |
1.5V – 3.3V |
| Process Technology |
0.18μm CMOS |
| Operating Temperature |
0°C to +85°C |
| Mounting Type |
Surface Mount |
These specifications ensure stable operation across commercial and industrial environments.
Advanced FPGA Architecture
Configurable Logic Blocks (CLBs)
The XC2S200-6FGG1477C uses a structured CLB architecture that supports both combinational and sequential logic, allowing engineers to design highly customized digital systems.
Clock Management with DLLs
Equipped with four Delay-Locked Loops (DLLs), the FPGA provides advanced clock control features such as:
- Clock skew elimination
- Frequency synthesis
- Phase alignment
This ensures precise timing for high-speed applications.
Flexible Configuration Modes
| Mode |
Data Width |
Direction |
| Master Serial |
1-bit |
Output |
| Slave Serial |
1-bit |
Input |
| Slave Parallel |
8-bit |
Input |
| JTAG (Boundary Scan) |
1-bit |
N/A |
These options provide flexibility for various system architectures and boot requirements.
Applications of XC2S200-6FGG1477C
The XC2S200-6FGG1477C FPGA is widely used across multiple industries:
- Telecommunications: Network switches, routers, base stations
- Industrial Automation: Motor control, PLC systems
- Embedded Systems: Custom controllers and co-processors
- Automotive Electronics: Infotainment and control modules
Its reprogrammable nature makes it ideal for evolving system requirements and rapid prototyping.
Why Choose XC2S200-6FGG1477C?
Cost-Effective ASIC Alternative
Unlike traditional ASICs, this FPGA eliminates high upfront costs and allows design modifications even after deployment.
High-Speed Performance
The -6 speed grade ensures optimized timing and supports high-frequency operation for real-time processing.
Scalable and Reliable
With robust architecture and mature development tools (such as ISE Design Suite), the device ensures reliable implementation and long-term support.
