Logic fabric and on-chip memory sizing
The XC6SLX9-2CSG324C is a member of the AMD Spartan®-6 LX family, offering 9152 logic cells arranged in 715 CLB/ LAB blocks — sufficient for glue logic, state machines, or a small soft-core processor in a single-chip FPGA implementation. On-chip block RAM totals 589824 bits, enough for moderate-depth FIFOs, line buffers, or coefficient storage without external SRAM. The 200 user I/O pins provide ample connectivity for parallel buses, sensor arrays, or memory interfaces in a mid-density design.
Package, footprint, and supply integration
Housed in a 324-ball CSPBGA (15x15 mm) with a 0.8 mm ball pitch, the package suits a standard 4- to 6-layer PCB with via-in-pad or dog-bone fan-out. Surface-mount assembly requires a controlled reflow profile; the device is supplied in tray format, not tape-and-reel. Core voltage is 1.14 V to 1.26 V — the 1.2 V nominal rail must be clean, as the FPGA's internal PLLs and routing are sensitive to ripple. The commercial temperature range (0°C to 85°C junction) covers indoor and most industrial enclosures but not extended automotive or military ambient.
Active lifecycle and compliance status
For new designs, the Spartan-6 LX remains a viable mid-range choice, though AMD's newer Artix-7 or Spartan-7 families offer lower static power and higher performance per watt. If the BOM is locked to this footprint, confirm pin compatibility with any migration path before layout.