EP20K200EQC208-3

Overview

The EP20K200EQC208-3 is an APEX 20KE field-programmable gate array in a 208-pin PQFP package. It features the MultiCore architecture with 8,320 logic elements, 52 embedded system blocks (ESBs), and 832 macrocells. The device operates at a 1.8-V internal supply voltage and supports 1.8-V, 2.5-V, 3.3-V, and 5.0-V I/O levels via its MultiVolt interface. Maximum user I/O pins total 168. It includes four phase-locked loops for clock management and supports advanced standards such as LVDS and PCI-X.

Feature Summary

• MultiCore architecture integrating LUT logic, product-term logic, and embedded memory
• 1.8-V core voltage with MultiVolt I/O support for 1.8-V, 2.5-V, 3.3-V, and 5.0-V interfaces
• Four phase-locked loops with ClockLock and ClockBoost features
• Support for LVDS, LVPECL, PCI-X, SSTL-2/3, and HSTL I/O standards

Applications

• System-on-a-programmable-chip designs requiring mixed logic and memory
• High-speed data path and digital signal processing applications
• Complex state machine implementations using product-term logic
• PCI Local Bus and PCI-X compliant systems

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific speed grade suffix (-3) against the official datasheet to confirm timing characteristics. Confirm package dimensions and pinout compatibility with existing PCB layouts. Check current availability status as this component belongs to a legacy family.

Selection Notes

Select this device for designs requiring high-density programmable logic with embedded memory capabilities. Ensure the design utilizes the 1.8-V core voltage requirements. Consider the 208-pin PQFP package constraints for board space and thermal management compared to BGA options.

Part Context

This part belongs to the Altera APEX 20K family, specifically the enhanced APEX 20KE subset. The 'E' suffix denotes support for additional I/O standards and features like CAM. The 'QC208' indicates the 208-pin plastic quad flat pack package type.

Replacement Considerations

Direct replacements within the same package and pinout are limited due to the legacy nature of the APEX 20K family. Review other APEX 20KE devices in the 208-pin QFP package for potential functional equivalents, noting differences in logic element counts and I/O availability.