The XC2S200-6FGG1483C is a high-density member of the Xilinx Spartan-II FPGA family, designed for cost-effective, flexible, and high-performance digital system implementation. Built on advanced 0.18µm CMOS technology, this FPGA delivers 200,000 system gates, 5,292 logic cells, and up to 284 user I/O pins, making it ideal for embedded systems, industrial automation, telecommunications, and prototyping applications.
This device is widely recognized for replacing traditional ASIC designs with reprogrammable logic, enabling faster development cycles, lower risk, and field-upgradable hardware functionality.
What is XC2S200-6FGG1483C FPGA? (Spartan-II Series Overview)
The Spartan-II FPGA series from Xilinx is engineered to provide a balance of performance, flexibility, and affordability. The XC2S200-6FGG1483C is a high-capacity device designed for engineers who need:
- Reconfigurable digital logic
- High-speed system integration
- Embedded processing flexibility
- Industrial-grade reliability
👉 It is a strong alternative to fixed-function ASIC designs.
Key Features of XC2S200-6FGG1483C FPGA
Core Performance
| Feature |
Specification |
| Logic Cells |
5,292 |
| System Gates |
200,000 |
| CLBs |
1,176 |
| Max Operating Speed |
Up to ~200 MHz |
| Process Technology |
0.18µm CMOS |
Power & Voltage
| Feature |
Specification |
| Core Voltage |
2.5V |
| I/O Voltage |
2.5V / 3.3V compatible |
| Power Efficiency |
Low-power segmented routing |
Memory Architecture
| Feature |
Specification |
| Block RAM |
~56 Kbits |
| Distributed RAM |
~75 Kbits |
| FIFO Support |
Yes |
| Readback Capability |
Yes |
I/O & Packaging
| Feature |
Specification |
| Total User I/O |
Up to 284 |
| Package Type |
FGG1483 Fine-Pitch BGA |
| Mounting Type |
Surface Mount |
| Industrial Temperature Range |
0°C to 85°C |
Advanced FPGA Architecture Benefits
The XC2S200-6FGG1483C provides advanced architectural capabilities for complex digital design:
- High-speed carry logic for arithmetic operations
- Dedicated clock management (DLLs) for precise timing
- Flexible routing architecture for signal integrity
- IEEE 1149.1 JTAG boundary scan support
- Fast block RAM and distributed memory integration
These features make it suitable for real-time signal processing and embedded control systems.
Applications of XC2S200-6FGG1483C FPGA
This FPGA is widely used in:
- Industrial automation systems
- Embedded control systems
- Digital signal processing (DSP)
- Telecommunications equipment
- Medical electronics
- Automotive electronic control units (ECUs)
- Prototype ASIC replacement systems
Why Choose XC2S200-6FGG1483C FPGA?
✔ Reprogrammable hardware flexibility
✔ Low-cost ASIC alternative
✔ High I/O scalability (up to 284 pins)
✔ Stable industrial-grade performance
✔ Long lifecycle support in embedded systems
It allows engineers to modify hardware logic without replacing physical components, reducing development cost and time.
Technical Summary Table
| Category |
XC2S200-6FGG1483C Specification |
| Family |
Xilinx Spartan-II |
| Logic Capacity |
200K System Gates |
| Logic Cells |
5,292 |
| I/O Pins |
Up to 284 |
| RAM |
56K Block + 75K Distributed |
| Voltage |
2.5V |
| Process |
0.18µm CMOS |
| Package |
FGG1483 BGA |
| Speed Grade |
-6 |