EP20K1000CF33C8

Overview

The Altera EP20K1000CF33C8 is a high-performance Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) belonging to the FLEX 10K family. It features 1,000,000 system gates and utilizes a 0.25-micron CMOS process technology. The device operates at a maximum frequency of 33 MHz and is housed in a 496-ball FineLine BGA package with a 1.0 mm ball pitch. Key internal resources include 32 EABs (Embedded Array Blocks), 176 LABs (Logic Array Blocks), and extensive global routing capabilities for complex digital logic implementations.

Feature Summary

• High-density architecture with 1,000,000 system gates and 32 EABs
• Advanced 0.25-micron CMOS process technology for improved performance
• Supports complex designs through 176 LABs and flexible I/O blocks
• Global clock network with dedicated clock routing resources

Applications

• Telecommunications infrastructure equipment
• Industrial control systems requiring high-speed processing
• Network switching and routing hardware
• Test and measurement instrumentation

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'C8' against official Altera documentation to confirm the exact speed grade and commercial temperature range specifications. Ensure compatibility with legacy programming tools such as MAX+PLUS II or early Quartus versions when sourcing this component for existing designs.

Selection Notes

Select this model when designing systems requiring approximately one million system gates within the FLEX 10K ecosystem. Consider the CF33C8 package constraints and 33 MHz operating speed relative to higher-speed alternatives in the FLEX 10KE or APEX families if tighter timing margins are required.

Part Context

This component is part of Altera's FLEX 10K series, which introduced Embedded Array Blocks (EABs) for efficient memory implementation. The EP20K1000 represents a high-end variant within this generation, offering significant logic density compared to lower-gate-count siblings like the EP20K600.

Replacement Considerations

Direct pin-compatible replacements are not available due to the proprietary FLEX 10K architecture. Upgrades typically require redesigning the logic into newer families such as Cyclone or Stratix, necessitating software migration from MAX+PLUS II to modern Quartus Prime environments.