EP20K100EQC208-1

Overview

The EP20K100EQC208-1 is a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) belonging to the APEX 20KE family, manufactured by Altera. It features a MultiCore architecture integrating look-up table (LUT) logic, product-term-based macrocells, and embedded system blocks (ESBs). The device provides 4,160 logic elements (LEs), 416 macrocells, and up to 53,248 bits of embedded RAM. It operates at an internal supply voltage (VCCINT) of 2.5 V with MultiVolt I/O support for 1.8-V, 2.5-V, 3.3-V, and 5.0-V levels. Packaged in a 208-pin QFP, it supports commercial temperature ranges from 0°C to +70°C.

Feature Summary

• MultiCore architecture combining LUT logic, product-term macrocells, and embedded memory
• 4,160 Logic Elements (LEs) and 416 product-term-based macrocells
• Up to 53,248 bits of embedded RAM via Embedded System Blocks (ESBs)
• MultiVolt I/O interface supporting 1.8-V, 2.5-V, 3.3-V, and 5.0-V standards

Applications

• System-on-a-programmable-chip (SOPC) integration
• Complex state machine implementation using product-term logic
• Register-intensive data-path and DSP functions using LUT logic
• Memory functions including FIFO buffers, dual-port RAM, and CAM

Procurement Notes

Verify component authenticity through authorized distributors or direct manufacturer channels. Confirm RoHS compliance status as indicated on current datasheets. Check for end-of-life notices or obsolescence warnings prior to procurement. Ensure proper handling procedures are followed due to moisture sensitivity classification.

Selection Notes

Select this model when designs require a mix of combinatorial and register-intensive logic within a single chip. The 208-pin QFP package suits applications needing moderate I/O counts without BGA complexity. Verify that the 2.5-V core voltage aligns with system power rails. Consider the -1 speed grade if timing requirements exceed standard performance thresholds.

Part Context

This part belongs to the APEX 20KE series, which extends the original APEX 20K family with enhanced features like LVDS support and additional global clocks. The 'E' suffix denotes the Enhanced version with broader I/O standard compatibility. The 'QC208' indicates the specific plastic quad flat pack package variant with 208 pins.

Replacement Considerations

No public confirmed substitute part numbers are available in the provided documentation. Designers should evaluate newer Intel FPGA families such as Cyclone or Stratix for modern replacements, ensuring pinout and resource compatibility.