EP20K200CF484C8ES

Overview

The Altera EP20K200CF484C8ES is an APEX 20KC Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) manufactured using a 0.15-µm all-layer copper-metal process. It features the MultiCore architecture, integrating look-up table (LUT) logic and embedded system blocks (ESBs). The device provides 8,320 logic elements (LEs), 52 ESBs, and up to 106,496 RAM bits. It operates at a maximum frequency of 170 MHz with a 1.8-V internal supply voltage (VCCINT) and supports MultiVolt I/O levels of 1.8 V, 2.5 V, or 3.3 V. The component is housed in a 484-pin FineLine BGA package.

Feature Summary

• MultiCore architecture combining LUT-based logic for register-intensive functions and product-term logic for complex state machines.
• Embedded System Blocks (ESBs) supporting FIFO buffers, dual-port RAM, and content-addressable memory (CAM).
• Advanced clock management with four phase-locked loops (PLLs), ClockLock, ClockBoost, and ClockShift features.
• Support for high-speed I/O standards including LVDS, PCI-X, AGP, SSTL-2/3, and GTL+.

Applications

• System-on-a-programmable-chip (SOPC) designs requiring integration of logic, memory, and processor interfaces.
• High-performance digital signal processing (DSP) and arithmetic applications utilizing dedicated carry chains.
• Complex combinatorial logic and state machine implementations optimized by product-term integration.
• Interfaces compliant with PCI Local Bus Specification Revision 2.2 and high-speed external memories like DDR SDRAM.

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'ES' against official documentation, as standard datasheets typically list grades -7, -8, and -9 without this designation. Confirm RoHS compliance status, as earlier APEX 20KC devices often lack RoHS certification. Ensure availability through authorized channels given the mature lifecycle stage of the APEX family.

Selection Notes

Select the EP20K200CF484C8ES when design requirements exceed the capacity of APEX 20KE devices but do not necessitate the higher density of the EP20K400C. The -8 speed grade offers a balance between performance and power consumption. Ensure the design utilizes the 1.8-V core voltage while accommodating required I/O voltages via the MultiVolt interface.

Part Context

This component belongs to the APEX 20KC family, which succeeded the APEX 20KE series. It is pin-compatible with APEX 20KE devices but delivers 25% to 35% faster performance due to the 0.15-µm copper interconnect technology. It serves as a high-density programmable logic solution within the broader Altera FPGA portfolio.

Replacement Considerations

Direct pin-compatible replacements include other variants within the EP20K200C series, such as EP20K200CF484C7 or EP20K200CF484C9, depending on specific timing requirements. Upgrades to higher density models like the EP20K400C require schematic and layout modifications.