EP20K200EFC484-2N

Overview

The Altera EP20K200EFC484-2N is a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) belonging to the APEX 20K family. It features a MultiCore architecture integrating look-up table (LUT) logic, product-term logic, and embedded memory. The device provides 8,320 logic elements, 52 Embedded System Blocks (ESBs), and 106,496 maximum RAM bits. It supports up to 376 user I/O pins and operates with an internal supply voltage of 1.8 V. The component is housed in a 484-pin FineLine BGA package measuring 23x23 mm.

Feature Summary

• MultiCore architecture combining LUT-based logic for register-intensive functions and product-term logic for combinatorial paths.
• Embedded System Blocks (ESBs) supporting FIFO buffers, dual-port RAM, and content-addressable memory (CAM).
• Flexible clock management with four phase-locked loops (PLLs) and ClockLock feature for reduced skew.
• MultiVolt I/O interface supporting 1.8-V, 2.5-V, 3.3-V, and 5.0-V devices.

Applications

• System-on-a-programmable-chip (SOPC) integration requiring combined logic, control, and memory resources.
• High-density digital signal processing (DSP) and data-path designs utilizing LUT efficiency.
• Complex state machine implementations optimized by product-term-based logic.
• Interfaces compliant with PCI Local Bus Specification Revision 2.2.

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix 'N' against official documentation to confirm environmental compliance status, as standard datasheets may not explicitly define suffix variations. Confirm availability through authorized distributors, noting that this series may have limited stock or end-of-life status depending on the region and supplier.

Selection Notes

Select this device for applications requiring high logic density (up to 526,000 typical gates) within a 484-pin footprint. Ensure the design utilizes the 1.8-V core voltage and compatible I/O standards. Verify that the required number of ESBs meets memory needs, as they are critical for implementing large RAM blocks without reducing available logic resources.

Part Context

This component is part of the APEX 20K family, which was designed as one of the first PLDs to incorporate SOPC integration. The 'E' suffix indicates it belongs to the APEX 20KE subset, offering enhanced features such as additional global clocks, CAM support, and advanced I/O standards compared to the base APEX 20K series.

Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided source material. Consider consulting Intel/Altera migration guides for modern FPGA families if current production availability is restricted.