EP20K1000CB652C9

Overview

The EP20K1000CB652C9 is a high-density Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) belonging to the Altera APEX 20K family. It features 38,400 logic elements and 3,840 Logic Array Blocks (LABs), supporting up to 508 I/O pins within a 672-pin FineLine BGA package. The device integrates 320 kbit of embedded memory and operates at a core voltage of 1.8 V. Designed for complex system-on-a-programmable-chip applications, it utilizes MultiCore architecture combining look-up table logic with embedded system blocks for flexible memory and combinatorial implementations.

Feature Summary

• APEX 20K MultiCore architecture integrating LUT logic and Embedded System Blocks (ESB)
• High density with 38,400 logic elements and 3,840 LABs
• Supports up to 508 I/Os in a 672-pin FBGA package
• Includes 320 kbit of embedded RAM for FIFO, dual-port, and CAM functions

Applications

• Complex digital signal processing systems
• High-speed data communication interfaces
• System-on-a-programmable-chip (SOPC) integration
• Industrial control and automation logic

Procurement Notes

This component is identified as an End-of-Life (EOL) product by Altera. Availability is restricted to existing stock or secondary market sources. Verification of authenticity and physical condition is critical due to the discontinued status. Buyers should confirm moisture sensitivity levels and storage history before procurement.

Selection Notes

Select this part for legacy designs requiring high I/O counts and significant logic density within the APEX 20K ecosystem. Ensure compatibility with 1.8 V power domains. For new designs, consider modern Intel FPGA families with comparable logic resources and improved availability, as this specific model is no longer in active production.

Part Context

The EP20K1000CB652C9 is part of the APEX 20K series, which was among the first FPGAs to support SOPC integration. This series introduced the MultiCore architecture, allowing designers to mix register-intensive LUT logic with memory-intensive ESB functions on a single chip, offering flexibility for mixed-function designs.

Replacement Considerations

No direct pin-to-pin replacements are available due to the discontinuation of the APEX 20K family. Designers must migrate to newer Intel FPGA architectures such as Cyclone, Arria, or Stratix series, requiring schematic and layout redesigns to accommodate different pinouts and voltage requirements.