EP20K200EBC356-3

Overview

The Altera EP20K200EBC356-3 is a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) belonging to the APEX 20KE family. It features a MultiCore architecture integrating look-up table (LUT) logic, product-term logic, and embedded system blocks (ESBs). The device provides 8,320 logic elements (LEs), 106,496 maximum RAM bits, and 832 macrocells. It operates with an internal supply voltage (VCCINT) of 1.8 V or 2.5 V and supports MultiVolt I/O interface voltages including 1.8 V, 2.5 V, 3.3 V, and 5.0 V. The component is housed in a 356-pin Ball Grid Array (BGA) package.

Feature Summary

• MultiCore architecture combining LUT-based logic for register-intensive functions and product-term-based logic for combinatorial-intensive functions.
• Embedded System Blocks (ESBs) supporting FIFO buffers, dual-port RAM, content-addressable memory (CAM), and ROM.
• Flexible clock management with up to four phase-locked loops (PLLs), ClockLock, ClockBoost, and ClockShift features.
• MultiVolt I/O interface supporting 1.8-V, 2.5-V, 3.3-V, and 5.0-V devices with programmable slew-rate control.

Applications

• System-on-a-programmable-chip (SOPC) integration designs.
• Complex state machines requiring high-speed combinatorial paths.
• Digital signal processing (DSP) and mathematical applications utilizing LUT logic.
• High-density memory implementations using ESBs for CAM and dual-port RAM.

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific speed grade suffix (-3) against the official datasheet timing parameters, as this determines the maximum operating frequency. Confirm that the 356-pin BGA footprint matches the PCB design requirements. Check for end-of-life status, as older APEX families may have limited availability from original manufacturers.

Selection Notes

Select this model when designs require a mix of register-intensive and complex combinatorial logic within a single device. Ensure the power supply design accommodates the 1.8 V or 2.5 V core voltage and the required I/O voltage levels. Verify that the 356-pin package density fits the board space constraints compared to QFP or PGA alternatives.

Part Context

This part belongs to the APEX 20KE series, which extends the standard APEX 20K family with enhanced features such as additional global clocks, advanced I/O standards (LVDS, PCI-X), and CAM support. The 'E' suffix denotes these extended capabilities, while 'BC356' indicates the specific 356-pin BGA package type.

Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided documentation. Consider reviewing newer Altera/Intel FPGA families such as Cyclone or Stratix for modern equivalents, though architectural differences exist.