EP20K200EFC484-2X

Overview

The Altera EP20K200EFC484-2X is an APEX 20KE programmable logic device featuring the MultiCore architecture. It integrates look-up table (LUT) logic, product-term-based macrocells, and embedded system blocks (ESBs). The device provides 8,320 logic elements, 52 ESBs, and supports up to 106,496 RAM bits. It operates with a 1.8-V internal supply voltage and includes a MultiVolt I/O interface compatible with 1.8-V, 2.5-V, 3.3-V, and 5.0-V standards. Packaged in a 484-pin FineLine BGA, it offers high-density integration for complex system-on-a-programmable-chip designs.

Feature Summary

• MultiCore architecture combining LUT logic, product-term macrocells, and embedded memory
• Supports advanced I/O standards including LVDS, PCI-X, AGP, SSTL, and GTL+
• Integrated ClockLock and ClockBoost clock management circuitry
• SignalTap embedded logic analyzer for in-system design evaluation

Applications

• High-density system-on-a-programmable-chip implementations
• Complex state machines requiring combinatorial-intensive logic
• Digital signal processing and register-intensive data paths
• Interfaces supporting high-speed external memories like DDR SDRAM

Procurement Notes

Verify that the specific suffix FC484 corresponds to the 484-pin FineLine BGA package and that the -2X speed grade meets timing requirements. Confirm RoHS compliance status as older APEX 20K variants may differ. Ensure appropriate configuration devices are selected for SRAM-based programming.

Selection Notes

Select this model for designs requiring both high-performance arithmetic capabilities via carry chains and complex control logic via product terms. The 1.8-V core voltage requires careful power supply design. Verify that the 484-pin package fits the board space constraints, as FineLine BGA packages offer high pin counts in compact footprints.

Part Context

This component belongs to the APEX 20KE family, which extends the standard APEX 20K series with enhanced features such as additional global clocks and support for more I/O standards. The EP20K200 variant represents a mid-range density option within the family, balancing logic resources with memory capacity.

Replacement Considerations

Direct replacements within the same package and pinout include other EP20K200 variants with different speed grades or temperature ranges. Cross-family migration to newer Intel FPGA families requires significant redesign due to architectural differences.