EP20K1000EFC672-2X

Overview

The Altera EP20K1000EFC672-2X is a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) belonging to the APEX 20KE 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), 3,456 macrocells, and up to 327,680 RAM bits. It operates at a maximum system frequency of 200 MHz with a 1.8 V internal supply voltage. The component is housed in a 672-pin FineLine BGA package.

Feature Summary

• MultiCore architecture combining LUT-based logic for register-intensive functions and product-term logic for combinatorial paths.
• Embedded System Blocks (ESB) supporting FIFO buffers, dual-port RAM, and Content-Addressable Memory (CAM).
• Flexible clock management with four Phase-Locked Loops (PLLs) and ClockLock technology for reduced skew.
• MultiVolt I/O interface supporting 1.8 V, 2.5 V, 3.3 V, and 5.0 V levels.

Applications

• System-on-a-programmable-chip (SOPC) integration designs.
• High-speed external memory interfaces including DDR SDRAM and ZBT SRAM.
• PCI Local Bus Specification compliant systems operating at 33 or 66 MHz.
• Digital signal processing (DSP) and complex state machine implementations.

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'X' against official documentation, as standard datasheets may not explicitly define its function. Confirm RoHS compliance status and moisture sensitivity handling requirements prior to procurement. Check for End-of-Life (EOL) notifications from Altera or Intel.

Selection Notes

Select this device for high-density applications requiring mixed logic types and embedded memory. Ensure the design utilizes the 1.8 V core voltage and compatible I/O standards. Verify that the 672-pin FBGA footprint fits the board layout constraints and thermal requirements.

Part Context

This part belongs to the APEX 20KE series, an enhancement of the original APEX 20K family. It offers increased gate counts up to 1.5 million typical gates and supports advanced I/O standards like LVDS and PCI-X. The 'E' suffix denotes these enhanced features compared to the base APEX 20K devices.

Replacement Considerations

No direct public substitute part numbers are confirmed in the provided source material. Consider modern Intel Agilex or Cyclone families for new designs, noting architectural differences.