LIFCL-40-9BG256C
39K-cell Lattice CrossLink-NX FPGA in caBGA-256 with hardened four-lane MIPI D-PHY and PCIe Gen2 for embedded vision pipelines.
The LIFCL-40-9BG256C is a Lattice CrossLink-NX FPGA with 39K logic cells and hardened MIPI D-PHY and PCIe Gen2 blocks in a 256-ball caBGA package. CrossLink-NX is built on the Lattice Nexus platform with 28 nm FD-SOI technology, combining low power and high reliability with the hardened interfaces that embedded vision needs. The hardened MIPI D-PHY lets the device receive multiple camera streams and drive displays with the tight timing those links demand, without external PHY chips, while the 39K-cell fabric and embedded memory carry the image pipeline. The hardened PCIe Gen2 block connects the vision front end to a host processor or SoC at high bandwidth, so the FPGA can pre-process images and hand them off without loading the application processor. That architecture suits smart cameras, machine-vision modules, AR and VR headsets, medical imaging and automotive sensing, where low latency, low power and a small footprint are essential. The device is programmable, so a design can support new sensors or image formats through a firmware update rather than a new chip. Every device is factory-traceable and ships with import declaration, certificate of origin and RoHS documentation. Designers should budget MIPI bandwidth and plan the high-speed layout before committing the board. BeiLuo holds this part in regional stock and our FAE team supports interface design and validation.
FAE Professional Review
The LIFCL-40-9BG256C is the CrossLink-NX device we reach for in multi-camera designs. Hardened four-lane MIPI D-PHY plus PCIe Gen2 covers the interfaces, and 39K FD-SOI cells handle the pipeline at low power. Get the differential-pair layout right and it is a very clean vision front end.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Series | CrossLink-NX |
| Logic Cells | 39K |
| Hardened IP | MIPI D-PHY x4, PCIe Gen2 |
| Package | caBGA-256 |
| Temperature | -40 C to +100 C |
Application Circuits
Smart cameras and machine vision
Reference circuits and application schematics for Smart cameras and machine vision are available from our FAE team.
AR and VR headsets
Reference circuits and application schematics for AR and VR headsets are available from our FAE team.
Medical and automotive imaging
Reference circuits and application schematics for Medical and automotive imaging are available from our FAE team.
Need a reference schematic or design review? Our FAE engineers can share verified circuits and layout guidance for this part.
Related Documents
Alternative Part Numbers
| Model | Package | Note | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| LIF-MD6000-6MG81I | csBGA-81 | Smaller CrossLink for simple mobile sensor bridging | View |
Complementary Part Numbers
| Model | Package | Note | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| LFD2NX-40-8BG256C | caBGA-256 | Certus-NX for the host-side interface and control | View |
| iCE40UP5K-SG48I | QFN-48 | iCE40 for an always-on sensor companion | View |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What projects suit the LIFCL-40-9BG256C?
It fits embedded-vision products that need multiple MIPI camera inputs, an FPGA image pipeline and a high-speed link to a host, such as smart cameras, machine-vision modules and AR or VR headsets, where low power and low latency matter.
The hardened D-PHY and PCIe blocks save logic and external parts.
How do I budget MIPI bandwidth?
Multiply the sensor lane count by the per-lane data rate, confirm the hardened D-PHY supports it, then size the image-pipeline logic and memory. Our CrossLink-NX application note walks through the calculation and the layout.
Ask our FAE team to check your budget.
Is the part genuine and documented?
BeiLuo supplies factory-traceable LIFCL-40-9BG256C devices through Lattice's authorized channel, with import declaration, certificate of origin and RoHS files on every order. Stock is normally available.
Request a sample for your own imaging tests.