EP20K100TI144-3

Overview

The EP20K100TI144-3 is an Altera APEX 20K field-programmable gate array (FPGA) featuring the MultiCore architecture. It integrates 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 53,248 maximum RAM bits. It operates at a supply voltage of 2.5 V with a maximum system frequency of 170 MHz. The component is housed in a 144-pin Thin Quad Flat Pack (TQFP) package.

Feature Summary

• MultiCore architecture combining LUT logic for register-intensive functions and product-term logic for combinatorial paths.
• 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 features.
• Support for MultiVolt I/O interface standards including 1.8-V, 2.5-V, 3.3-V, and 5.0-V levels.

Applications

• System-on-a-programmable-chip (SOPC) integration designs.
• Complex state machines and combinatorial-intensive logic applications.
• Digital signal processing (DSP) and data-path implementations.
• PCI Local Bus Specification compliant interfaces.

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific -3 speed grade availability as this indicates the highest performance tier within the EP20K100 family. Confirm RoHS compliance status, as earlier revisions of this series may not meet current environmental standards. Ensure design tools support the Quartus II development system for compilation and configuration.

Selection Notes

Select the EP20K100TI144-3 when high-speed operation up to 170 MHz is required alongside significant logic density. The TQFP-144 package is suitable for applications prioritizing through-hole or standard surface-mount compatibility over the higher pin-count BGA options. Verify that the 2.5 V internal supply voltage aligns with the target board power distribution network.

Part Context

This component belongs to the APEX 20K family, which was among the first PLDs to incorporate SOPC integration. The 'E' suffix typically denotes enhanced features like 1.8V support, but the base EP20K100 model focuses on 2.5V operation. The TI144 designation specifies the Thin Quad Flat Pack package with 144 pins.

Replacement Considerations

Direct replacements within the same package and pinout include other speed grades of the EP20K100 series, such as the EP20K100TI144-1 or EP20K100TI144-2. Note that speed grade changes do not alter functional capabilities but affect maximum operating frequencies.

FAQ

What is the maximum system frequency for the EP20K100TI144-3?

The maximum system frequency for the -3 speed grade is 170 MHz.

How many Logic Elements (LEs) does the EP20K100 contain?

The EP20K100 contains 4,160 Logic Elements (LEs).

Does the EP20K100TI144-3 support Content-Addressable Memory (CAM)?

Yes, the Embedded System Blocks (ESBs) in the APEX 20K family can implement CAM functions.