EP20K1000CF33C8ES

Overview

The Altera EP20K1000CF33C8ES is a high-density programmable logic device from the APEX 20KC family, manufactured using a 0.15-µm all-layer copper-metal process. It features up to 1,000,000 typical gates and 38,400 logic elements (LEs). The device integrates Embedded System Blocks (ESBs) providing up to 327,680 RAM bits without reducing available logic resources. It operates with a 1.8-V internal supply voltage and supports MultiVolt I/O levels of 1.8 V, 2.5 V, and 3.3 V. The architecture includes four phase-locked loops (PLLs), LVDS support, and pin compatibility with APEX 20KE devices.

Feature Summary

• MultiCore architecture combining LUT-based logic for register-intensive functions and product-term logic for complex combinatorial paths.
• Embedded System Blocks (ESBs) supporting FIFO buffers, dual-port RAM, and content-addressable memory (CAM).
• Flexible clock management with up to four PLLs, ClockLock, ClockBoost, and ClockShift features.
• High-performance copper interconnect and FastTrack routing structure for predictable delays.

Applications

• System-on-a-programmable-chip (SOPC) designs requiring integration of logic, memory, and DSP functions.
• PCI Local Bus Specification compliant interfaces at 33 or 66 MHz.
• High-speed external memory interfaces including DDR SDRAM and ZBT SRAM.
• Digital signal processing (DSP) and mathematical applications utilizing dedicated carry chains.

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific speed grade suffix '8' against the datasheet Table 1, which lists -7, -8, and -9 grades for the EP20K1000C series. Confirm package type 'F33' corresponds to the 652-pin BGA option detailed in Table 3. Ensure the 'ES' suffix requirements are met by checking the manufacturer's official documentation for environmental or testing specifications not explicitly defined in the provided text.

Selection Notes

Select this model for designs requiring up to 38,400 LEs and significant embedded memory capacity. The -8 speed grade offers performance between the fastest -7 and slower -9 grades. Consider the 652-pin BGA package for high I/O count requirements up to 708 pins. Evaluate power consumption based on the 1.8-V core voltage and MultiVolt I/O capabilities.

Part Context

This component belongs to the APEX 20KC family, which serves as an evolution of the APEX 20KE series. It utilizes a 0.15-µm copper process to deliver 25–35% faster performance than previous generations. The EP20K1000C variant represents the highest density in its base naming convention within this specific datasheet scope.

Replacement Considerations

The EP20K1000CF33C8ES is pin-compatible with other APEX 20KE devices. Direct functional replacements within the same family include variants with different speed grades (-7, -9) or package options, provided the logic element and memory requirements are met.