EP20K100FC324-1

Overview

The Altera EP20K100FC324-1 is a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) belonging to the APEX 20K device family. It features a MultiCore architecture integrating look-up table (LUT) logic, product-term logic, and embedded memory. The device provides 4,160 logic elements (LEs), 53,248 maximum RAM bits, and 416 macrocells. It operates at a supply voltage of 2.5 V and supports up to 246 user I/O pins. The component is housed in a 324-pin FineLine BGA package with a 1.00 mm pitch.

Feature Summary

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

Applications

• System-on-a-programmable-chip (SOPC) integration designs.
• High-speed cryptographic accelerators for IPSEC applications.
• Complex state machines and digital signal processing (DSP) implementations.

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix 'FC324' against official documentation, as standard datasheets list 'EFC324' variants. Confirm end-of-life status and availability through authorized channels, as this legacy component may require alternative sourcing strategies.

Selection Notes

Select this device for designs requiring high-density logic with mixed LUT and product-term capabilities. Ensure the design utilizes the 2.5 V core voltage and compatible I/O standards. Consider the 324-pin FBGA package constraints for board layout and thermal management.

Part Context

This part belongs to the APEX 20K family, which was among the first PLDs to integrate SOPC features. It bridges the gap between traditional CPLDs and FPGAs by offering both registered and combinatorial optimization within a single die structure.

Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided source material. Consult manufacturer obsolescence notices for modern FPGA equivalents.