EP20K160ETC144-2

Overview

The EP20K160ETC144-2 is an Altera APEX 20K field-programmable gate array (FPGA) housed in a TQFP-144 surface-mount package. It provides 640 logic elements and 88 I/O pins, operating at a maximum frequency of 170 MHz. The device utilizes a 1.8 V supply voltage and includes 80 kbit of embedded memory organized into 640 Logic Array Blocks (LABs). Designed for commercial applications, it functions within a temperature range of 0°C to +70°C.

Feature Summary

• APEX 20K FPGA architecture with 640 LABs and 640 macrocells
• TQFP-144 package with 88 available I/O pins
• 1.8 V core voltage operation with 80 kbit embedded memory
• Maximum system clock frequency of 170 MHz

Applications

• High-density digital signal processing systems
• Complex protocol conversion interfaces
• Custom ASIC prototyping and emulation

Procurement Notes

This component is designated as End-of-Life (EOL) by the manufacturer. Verification of authenticity is critical when sourcing from third-party distributors due to potential obsolescence risks. Buyers should confirm the specific speed grade suffix (-2) matches design requirements, as performance characteristics differ from other variants in the EP20K160E series.

Selection Notes

Select this part for designs requiring moderate logic density with low-voltage (1.8 V) operation. The -2 speed grade offers a balance between performance and power consumption compared to faster grades. Ensure the PCB layout supports the TQFP-144 thermal dissipation profile and that the design toolchain supports legacy APEX 20K devices.

Part Context

The EP20K160ETC144-2 belongs to the APEX 20K family, which introduced System-on-a-Programmable-Chip (SOPC) integration capabilities. This family combines Look-Up Table (LUT) logic with product-term logic and embedded memory blocks, allowing for flexible implementation of both register-intensive and memory-heavy functions on a single die.

Replacement Considerations

No direct pin-compatible replacements exist within current Intel/Altera portfolios. Migration typically requires redesigning the logic using modern families such as Cyclone IV or MAX 10, which offer comparable logic densities but different pinouts and voltage requirements.