EP20K160EFC484-2N

Overview

The Altera EP20K160EFC484-2N is a Field Programmable Gate Array belonging to the APEX 20K family. It features a MultiCore architecture integrating Look-Up Table (LUT) logic, product-term logic, and Embedded System Blocks (ESB). The device provides 6,400 Logic Elements (LEs), 40 ESBs, and supports up to 81,920 RAM bits. It operates at an internal supply voltage of 2.5 V with MultiVolt I/O support for 2.5 V, 3.3 V, and 5.0 V levels. The component is housed in a 484-pin FineLine BGA package and has a speed grade of -2.

Feature Summary

• MultiCore architecture combining LUT-based logic for register-intensive functions and product-term logic for combinatorial-intensive tasks.
• Integrated Embedded System Blocks (ESB) supporting FIFO buffers, dual-port RAM, and Content-Addressable Memory (CAM).
• Flexible clock management with four phase-locked loops (PLLs), ClockLock, ClockBoost, and ClockShift features.
• High-speed I/O performance compliant with PCI Local Bus Specification Rev 2.2 and support for LVDS signaling.

Applications

• System-on-a-programmable-chip (SOPC) integration designs.
• Complex state machines and control logic requiring high-speed combinatorial paths.
• Digital signal processing (DSP) and arithmetic functions utilizing dedicated carry chains.
• Interfaces requiring multi-voltage compatibility between 1.8 V, 2.5 V, 3.3 V, and 5.0 V devices.

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix against official datasheets to confirm package type and speed grade. Confirm that the required configuration method, such as serial or parallel loading via external memory, aligns with the system design requirements for this reconfigurable SRAM-based device.

Selection Notes

Select this model when designs require a balance of register-intensive LUT logic and complex combinatorial product-term structures. Ensure the 484-pin FineLine BGA package fits the board space constraints and that the -2 speed grade meets the timing requirements for the target clock frequencies.

Part Context

This component is part of the APEX 20K family, which was among the first PLDs to incorporate SOPC integration capabilities. The 'E' suffix indicates it belongs to the enhanced subset of the family, offering additional I/O standards and memory features compared to standard APEX 20K devices.

Replacement Considerations

Publicly confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided documentation. Designers should consult official migration guides for newer Intel FPGA families if upgrading from legacy APEX architectures.