EP20K100CT144C7

Overview

The EP20K100CT144C7 is a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) belonging to the APEX 20K family manufactured by Altera. It features 4160 Logic Elements and 416 Logic Array Blocks, providing substantial programmable logic capacity. The device includes 52 kbit of embedded memory for data storage and processing tasks. It offers 93 Input/Output pins, facilitating extensive system connectivity. Operating at a single 2.5 V supply voltage, it supports maximum clock frequencies up to 180 MHz. The component is housed in a TQFP-144 surface-mount package and operates within a commercial temperature range of 0°C to +70°C.

Feature Summary

• MultiCore architecture integrating look-up table logic, product-term logic, and embedded memory
• Embedded System Block implementation for FIFO buffers, dual-port RAM, and content-addressable memory
• Supports System-on-a-Programmable-Chip integration capabilities

Applications

• Complex digital signal processing systems
• High-density interface bridging applications
• Custom logic control units requiring embedded memory

Procurement Notes

This component is officially designated as End-of-Life (EOL) with discontinuance notifications issued. Verify current availability through authorized distributors or secondary market suppliers. Ensure compliance with RoHS standards if required, noting that older revisions may differ. Request full datasheets and reliability reports before procurement to confirm batch specifications and moisture sensitivity levels.

Selection Notes

Select this part for designs requiring high logic density within the APEX 20K ecosystem. Consider the 2.5 V power requirement and TQFP-144 thermal characteristics during PCB layout. Evaluate the 52 kbit embedded memory against application needs. Compare performance metrics with newer FPGA families if long-term supply chain stability is a priority.

Part Context

The EP20K100CT144C7 is part of the APEX 20K series, representing Altera's advanced programmable logic technology prior to the Cyclone generation. This series introduced MultiCore architecture, combining LUT-based logic with dedicated embedded memory blocks. It serves as a legacy solution for high-performance applications where specific pin counts and logic resources were critical design constraints.

Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers are not available due to the EOL status. Designers should evaluate modern Intel FPGA families such as Cyclone IV or Arria series for functional equivalents, ensuring pin compatibility and logic resource mapping.