EP20K100FC324-2X

Overview

The EP20K100FC324-2X is a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) belonging to the Altera APEX 20K family. It features 4160 logic elements organized into 416 Logic Array Blocks (LABs) and provides 252 input/output terminals. The device includes 52 kbit of embedded memory, totaling 53,248 bits. It operates at a fixed supply voltage of 2.5 V and supports surface-mount installation in a 324-pin FineLine BGA package. The component is rated for commercial temperature ranges from 0°C to +70°C.

Feature Summary

• Contains 4160 Logic Elements and 416 LABs within the APEX 20K architecture.
• Provides 252 I/O pins for system interconnectivity.
• Integrates 52 kbit of on-chip embedded memory.
• Operates exclusively at a 2.5 V power supply voltage.

Applications

• High-density digital signal processing implementations.
• Complex interface bridging in communication systems.
• Custom logic acceleration in industrial control units.

Procurement Notes

This specific part number is identified as an End-of-Life (EOL) product with discontinued manufacturing status. Verification of authenticity is critical when sourcing from secondary markets, as original stock is limited. Buyers must confirm RoHS compliance details individually, as legacy variants may differ. Lead times are unpredictable due to the obsolete status, requiring careful inventory planning for long-term support projects.

Selection Notes

Designers should verify that the target application strictly utilizes a 2.5 V core voltage, as this device does not support other operating voltages. The FBGA-324 package requires specific PCB layout considerations for thermal management and signal integrity. Engineers migrating from older CPLDs should account for the FPGA configuration requirements and the increased complexity of the APEX 20K architecture compared to simpler programmable logic devices.

Part Context

The EP20K100FC324-2X is part of the APEX 20K series, which represents a high-performance generation of FPGAs from Altera prior to the Stratix and Cyclone families. This series was designed for applications requiring large logic capacity and embedded memory before the advent of modern structured ASICs. The 'EP' prefix denotes the EPLD/FPGA classification within the Altera nomenclature during that era.

Replacement Considerations

No direct pin-to-pin or functionally identical replacements exist in current production catalogs. Migration typically requires redesigning the hardware and software using Intel/Altera's newer Agilex, Stratix, or Cyclone families. Quartus Prime software compatibility must be verified for legacy design files.