EP20K100EFC324-1N

Overview

The Altera EP20K100EFC324-1N is a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) belonging to the APEX 20KE family. It features 4,160 logic elements and 416 macrocells within a 324-pin FineLine BGA package. The device operates at a maximum system frequency of 180 MHz with a single 2.5 V supply voltage. It includes 53,248 bits of embedded memory and supports 246 user I/O pins. This component integrates MultiCore architecture combining LUT logic, product-term logic, and Embedded System Blocks for high-density programmable logic applications.

Feature Summary

• MultiCore architecture integrating Look-Up Table (LUT) logic, product-term logic, and Embedded System Blocks (ESB).
• High density with 4,160 Logic Elements (LEs), 416 macrocells, and 53,248 bits of embedded RAM.
• Supports MultiVolt I/O interface for 2.5 V operation with compliance to PCI Local Bus Specification Revision 2.2.
• Advanced clock management featuring four phase-locked loops (PLLs) and ClockLock technology.

Applications

• Implementation of hash function processors for IPSEC chipsets including SHA-1, HAS-160, and MD5 algorithms.
• System-on-a-programmable-chip (SOPC) designs requiring integration of register-intensive and combinatorial logic.
• High-speed cryptographic accelerators for Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).

Procurement Notes

Verify component authenticity through official Altera or Intel authorized distributors. Confirm that the specific suffix -1N corresponds to the -1 speed grade and lead-free packaging requirements. Check for End-of-Life (EOL) status and availability of long-term supply agreements due to the age of the APEX 20K family.

Selection Notes

Select this model when design requirements exceed the capacity of lower-density APEX 20K devices like the EP20K60E but do not require the higher gate counts of the EP20K160E. Ensure the 324-pin FBGA package fits the board layout constraints. Verify that the 2.5 V internal supply voltage aligns with the target system power rails.

Part Context

This part belongs to the APEX 20KE series, which extends the original APEX 20K family with enhanced I/O standards and additional global clocks. The 'E' suffix denotes support for 1.8 V, 2.5 V, 3.3 V, and 5.0 V I/O levels. The FC324 designation indicates a 19x19 mm FineLine BGA package with 1.00 mm pitch.

Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided documentation. Consider reviewing Intel's subsequent FPGA families such as Stratix or Cyclone for modern replacements, though pin compatibility will differ.

FAQ

What is the difference between EP20K100 and EP20K100E?

The EP20K100E is an enhanced version that supports additional I/O standards (LVDS, LVPECL, SSTL, HSTL), has eight global clock signals compared to four, and offers enhanced ClockLock circuitry.

How many Embedded System Blocks (ESBs) does the EP20K100E contain?

The EP20K100E contains 26 Embedded System Blocks (ESBs) capable of implementing FIFO buffers, dual-port RAM, and content-addressable memory.

What is the maximum operating frequency for this device?

The maximum operating frequency for the EP20K100EFC324-1N is 180 MHz.