EP20K160EFC484-1N

Overview

The EP20K160EFC484-1N is an APEX 20K series Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) manufactured by Altera. It features 640 Logic Array Blocks (LABs), providing 6400 logic elements and 376 I/O pins. The device utilizes a 484-pin FineLine BGA package with dimensions of 23x23 mm. It operates on a single 2.5V supply voltage and supports a maximum operating frequency of 160 MHz. The component is rated for commercial temperature range operation from 0°C to +70°C.

Feature Summary

• Contains 640 LABs, 6400 logic elements, and 376 I/Os
• Operates at a maximum frequency of 160 MHz
• Requires a single 2.5V power supply
• Housed in a 484-pin FineLine BGA package

Applications

• High-performance digital signal processing systems
• Complex interface bridging and protocol conversion
• Custom ASIC prototyping and emulation

Part Context

This component belongs to the APEX 20K family, representing Altera's high-density FPGA architecture prior to the Cyclone and Stratix generations. It serves as a bridge between earlier CPLD technologies and modern high-capacity FPGAs, offering significant logic density for its time period.

Replacement Considerations

The EP20K160EFC484-1N is listed as End-of-Life (EOL). Designers should evaluate migration paths to Intel/Altera Agilex or Cyclone V families, ensuring pinout compatibility or redesigning the PCB footprint.