EP20K200BC484-2X

Overview

The Altera EP20K200BC484-2X is a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) belonging to the APEX 20K family. It features 8,320 logic elements and 526,000 typical system gates. The device integrates 106,496 bits of embedded memory via Embedded System Blocks (ESBs). It operates at a maximum frequency of 160 MHz with a 2.5 V internal supply voltage. The component utilizes a 484-pin FineLine BGA package offering 376 user I/O pins. It supports MultiVolt I/O standards for interfacing with 1.8-V, 2.5-V, 3.3-V, and 5.0-V devices.

Feature Summary

• MultiCore architecture integrating LUT logic, product-term logic, and embedded memory
• Embedded System Blocks (ESBs) supporting FIFO, dual-port RAM, and CAM functions
• Flexible clock management with up to four phase-locked loops (PLLs)
• MultiVolt I/O interface supporting multiple voltage levels

Applications

• System-on-a-programmable-chip (SOPC) integration
• Register-intensive data-path and DSP designs
• Complex combinatorial paths and state machines
• High-speed external memory interfaces including DDR SDRAM

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix requirements against current manufacturer documentation. Confirm that the BC484 package designation aligns with the required 484-pin FineLine BGA form factor. Ensure compatibility with the 2.5 V core voltage and MultiVolt I/O specifications for the target application environment.

Selection Notes

Select this device when designs require high-density logic combined with significant embedded memory resources. The MultiCore architecture is suitable for applications needing both register-intensive processing and complex control logic. Verify that the 376 available I/O pins meet the interface requirements and that the 160 MHz speed grade satisfies timing constraints.

Part Context

This component is part of the APEX 20K programmable logic device family, which was among the first PLDs to incorporate system-on-a-programmable-chip integration. The family combines look-up table-based logic with product-term-based logic and embedded memory structures to support diverse digital design needs.

Replacement Considerations

Publicly confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided source material.