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XC7A50T-2FTG256I

XC7A50T-2FTG256I

AMD
Artix-7 Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) IC 170 2764800 52160 256-LBGA
Active334 in stock

Overview

The XC7A50T-2FTG256I is an Artix-7 FPGA from AMD (Xilinx) featuring 52160 logic cells and 170 user I/O pins in a compact 17x17mm BGA package. This -2 speed grade industrial-temp device balances high-performance logic with low power consumption, offering 2.7 Mbits of Block RAM and an integrated 12-bit ADC for mixed-signal applications.

Why Choose This Part

The Artix-7 architecture provides a significant performance-per-watt advantage, making it ideal for thermally constrained enclosures. It features integrated XADC for system monitoring and supports DDR3 memory interfaces, allowing for complex data-intensive processing in a small 256-LBGA footprint.

Applications

High-Speed Communications
Utilizes PCIe Gen2 x4 support and 170 I/O pins for bridging industrial protocols and handling high-bandwidth data streams.
Video Image Processing
Leverages logic cells and DSP resources to perform real-time video scaling, filtering, and protocol conversion in camera systems.
Industrial Control Systems
Embedded 12-bit ADC channels and industrial temperature rating make it suitable for motor control and sensor fusion in harsh environments.

Key Specifications

Mounting Type Surface Mount
Number of I/O 170
Package / Case 256-LBGA
Total RAM Bits 2764800
Voltage - Supply 0.95V ~ 1.05V
Number of LABs/CLBs 4075
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 100degC (TJ)
Supplier Device Package 256-FTBGA (17x17)
Number of Logic Elements/Cells 52160

Getting Started

Engineers should use the Xilinx Vivado Design Suite for synthesis, place-and-route, and bitstream generation. For rapid prototyping, look for Artix-7 development boards like the Digilent Arty A7-50T which features the same logic density and provides accessible headers for the 170 I/O.

Also Consider

XC7A35T-2FTG256I AMD (Xilinx) - A lower-density Artix-7 alternative in the same package for cost-sensitive designs that require fewer logic cells.
10M50DAF256I7G Intel (Altera) - A MAX 10 FPGA alternative offering similar logic density with integrated instant-on flash memory capabilities.