EP20K1000EBC652-2X

Overview

The Altera EP20K1000EBC652-2X is a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) belonging to the APEX 20KE device family. It features a MultiCore architecture integrating look-up table (LUT) logic, product-term logic, and embedded system blocks (ESB). The device provides 38,400 logic elements (LEs), 3840 LABs, and 327,680 bits of embedded memory. It operates at a maximum system frequency of 500 MHz with a 1.8 V internal supply voltage. The component is housed in a 672-pin FineLine BGA package and supports up to 508 user I/O pins.

Feature Summary

• MultiCore architecture combining LUT-based logic for register-intensive functions and product-term logic for combinatorial-intensive tasks.
• Embedded System Blocks (ESB) supporting FIFO buffers, dual-port RAM, and content-addressable memory (CAM).
• Advanced clock management with four phase-locked loops (PLLs), ClockLock, ClockBoost, and ClockShift features.
• MultiVolt I/O interface supporting 1.8-V, 2.5-V, 3.3-V, and 5.0-V standards including LVDS and PCI-X.

Applications

• Digitalized SECAM video encoder and decoder systems utilizing modified anti-cloche filters and error-free square roots.
• High-density system-on-a-programmable-chip (SOPC) designs requiring integrated logic, memory, and control.
• Complex state machines and arithmetic functions implemented via dedicated carry and cascade chains.

Procurement Notes

This component is designated as End-of-Life (EOL) by the manufacturer. Availability is restricted, and sourcing may require verification of stock status through authorized distributors. Buyers should confirm the specific -2X speed grade and BC652 package variant when placing orders, as these suffixes define performance and physical dimensions.

Selection Notes

Select this device for applications requiring high gate density (up to 1.77 million typical gates) and low-power operation at 1.8 V. Ensure compatibility with the 672-pin FineLine BGA footprint. Verify that the design utilizes the Quartus II development system for place-and-route optimization. Consider the -2X speed grade if timing requirements exceed those met by lower grades.

Part Context

The EP20K1000EBC652-2X is part of the APEX 20KE series, which extends the original APEX 20K family with enhanced features like CAM support and additional global clocks. It shares architectural similarities with other EP20K1000E variants but differs in package type (BC652 vs. others) and speed grade (-2X).

Replacement Considerations

No direct public substitutes are listed. Alternative solutions may involve migrating to newer Intel/Altera FPGA families such as Stratix or Cyclone, though pinout and feature sets will differ significantly.