The Xilinx XC2C256-6FTG256C is a low-power, high-performance CPLD with 256 macrocells, 5.7ns pin-to-pin delays, and multi-voltage I/O (1.5V–3.3V). Ideal for battery-powered and high-speed logic designs.

Key Features:

• Ultra-Low Power – 13μA quiescent current, DataGATE for dynamic power reduction
• High-Speed Logic – 5.7ns pin-to-pin delay, DualEDGE flip-flops for 2x efficiency
• Flexible I/O Banking – Supports LVCMOS, LVTTL, SSTL, HSTL (1.5V–3.3V)

Xilinx XC2C256-6FTG256C CoolRunner-II CPLD Ultra-Low Power, High-Speed Programmable Logic Solution

The Xilinx XC2C256-6FTG256C is part of the CoolRunner™-II CPLD family, designed for power-sensitive and high-performance logic applications. With 256 macrocells, 5.7ns propagation delays, and dynamic power-saving features, it provides an optimal balance of speed and efficiency for embedded systems, communication interfaces, and industrial control.

Key Features & Benefits

1. Ultra-Low Power Consumption

• 13μA quiescent current (standby) – Ideal for battery-powered devices
• DataGATE™ technology – Disables unused inputs to reduce dynamic power
• 1.8V core voltage – Optimized for modern low-power designs

2. High-Speed Performance

• 5.7ns pin-to-pin delay – Fast signal processing for real-time control
• DualEDGE flip-flops – Doubles throughput at half the clock speed
• CoolCLOCK™ technology – Divides clock frequency to reduce EMI/power

3. Flexible I/O & Interfacing

• 1.5V–3.3V multi-voltage I/O – Supports LVCMOS, LVTTL, SSTL, HSTL
• 2 I/O banks – Independent voltage translation (e.g., 3.3V ↔ 1.8V)
• Schmitt-trigger inputs (per pin) – Noise immunity for industrial environments

4. Advanced Programmability

• IEEE 1532 (JTAG) in-system programming – Fast 1.8V ISP
• PLA architecture – 100% pin retention & product-term routability
• Open-drain outputs – Supports wired-OR & LED driving

5. Robust System Integration

• Clock management – Divide-by-2/4/6/8/10/12/14/16 options
• Hot-pluggable – Safe for live insertion/removal
• IEEE 1149.1 boundary scan – Simplified PCB testing

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Device	XC2C256-6FTG256C
Macrocells	256
Propagation Delay	5.7ns (max)
Quiescent Current	13μA (typical)
Core Voltage	1.8V
I/O Voltages	1.5V, 1.8V, 2.5V, 3.3V
Package	256-ball FT (1.0mm) BGA
User I/O	184
Clock Management	DualEDGE, CoolCLOCK, Global Set/Reset
I/O Standards	LVCMOS, LVTTL, SSTL2/3, HSTL-1
Security	Advanced bitstream encryption

Applications

🔋 Portable Electronics – Wearables, handheld devices 📡 Communications – UART, SPI, I²C bridging 🏭 Industrial Control – PLCs, motor controllers 🔌 Interface Translation – Level shifting (1.8V ↔ 3.3V)

Package Options

The XC2C256-6FTG256C comes in a 256-ball Fine-Pitch BGA (FT, 1.0mm) with 184 user I/O. Alternative packages for smaller designs:

• 144-pin TQFP (118 I/O)
• 208-pin PQFP (173 I/O)
• Pb-free options available

Competitive Advantages

XC2C256-6FTG256C comparison with alternative parts

Feature	XC2C256-6FTG256C	Altera MAX II	Lattice ispMACH 4000
Power Efficiency	13μA standby	50μA	25μA
Speed	5.7ns delay	7.5ns	6.5ns
I/O Flexibility	1.5V–3.3V	3.3V only	2.5V–3.3V
Clocking	DualEDGE + CoolCLOCK	Basic PLL	None

Why Choose CoolRunner-II? Best power-speed tradeoff for mixed-voltage systems.

Design Tools & Support

🛠️ Xilinx ISE WebPack – Free synthesis/programming tools 📖 Pre-verified IP cores – UART, SPI, PWM logic 🔄 IEEE 1532 JTAG – Fast field updates

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Who Uses This CPLD?

• Embedded Engineers – Glue logic, power management
• Consumer Electronics – Smart remotes, IoT edge nodes
• Automotive – Sensor interfacing, CAN bus logic

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