Extensive Cell Library
The UTE/UTE-R family of gate arrays is supported by an ex-
tensive cell library that includes SSI, MSI, and 54XX-equivalent
functions, as well as RAM and other megafunctions. User-
selectable options for cell configurations include scan for all
register elements, as well as output drive strength. UTMC’s
megacell library includes the following functions:
•Intel® 80C31 equivalent
•MIL-STD-1553 functions (BCRTM, RTI, RTMP)
•MIL-STD-1750 microprocessor
•Standard microprocessor peripheral functions
•Configurable RAM
Refer to UTMC’s UTE/UTE-R Design Manual for complete
cell listing and details.
I/O Buffers
The UTE/UTE-R gate array family offers up to 342 device pad
locations (note: device pad availability is affected by package
selection and pinout.) The I/O cells can be configured by the
user to serve as input, output, bidirectional, three-state, or addi-
tional power and ground pads. Output drive options range from
2 to 8mA. To drive larger off-chip loads, output drivers can be
combined in parallel to provide additional drive up to 12mA.
Other I/O buffer features and options include:
• Slew rate control
• Pull-up and pull-down resistors
•TTL, CMOS, and Schmitt levels
•Built-in boundary-scan
JTAG Boundary-Scan
UTE/UTE-R arrays include a test access port and boundary-scan
architecture that conforms to the IEEE Standard 1149.1 (JTAG).
Some of the benefits this capability offers include the following:
•Allows easy test of complex assembled printed circuit
boards
•Can be used to gain access to and control internal
scan paths
• Can be used to initiate Built-In Self Test
Clock Driver Distribution
UTMC design tools provide methods for balanced clock distri-
bution that maximize drive capability and minimize relative
clock skew between clocked devices.
Speed and Performance
UTMC specializes in high-performance circuits designed to op-
erate in harsh military and radiation environments. Table 3
presents a sampling of typical cell delays.
Note that the propagation delay for a CMOS device is a function
of its fanout loading, supply voltage, operating temperature, and
processing tolerance. In a radiation environment, additional per-
formance variances must be considered. The UTE/UTE-R
simulation models account for all of these effects to accurately
determine circuit performance for its particular set of use
conditions.
Power Dissipation
Each internal gate or I/O driver has an average power consump-
tion based on its switching frequency and capacitive loading.
The radiation-hardened processes exhibit power dissipation that
is typical of CMOS processes. For a rigorous power estimating
methodology, refer to the UTMC UTE/UTE-R Design Manual
or consult with a UTMC Applications Engineer.