EP20K600CF672I8

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The Altera EP20K600CF672I8 is a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) belonging to the APEX 20KC family. It utilizes a 0.15-µm all-layer copper-metal fabrication process and operates at an internal supply voltage of 1.8 V. The device provides 24,320 logic elements (LEs), 152 Embedded System Blocks (ESBs), and a maximum of 311,296 RAM bits. It supports up to 508 user I/O pins and features four phase-locked loops (PLLs). The maximum system gate count is 1,537,000, with typical gates rated at 600,000.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• Manufactured using a 0.15-µm all-layer copper-metal process for high performance and low power consumption.
• MultiCore architecture integrating look-up table (LUT) logic and embedded memory functions.
• Supports MultiVolt I/O interfaces for 1.8-V, 2.5-V, and 3.3-V operation.
• Includes ClockLock and ClockShift circuitry for advanced clock management.

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• System-on-a-programmable-chip (SOPC) designs requiring integration of logic, memory, and I/O.
• Complex state machines and register-intensive digital signal processing applications.
• High-speed external memory interfaces including DDR SDRAM and ZBT SRAM.
• PCI Local Bus Specification compliant systems operating at 33 or 66 MHz.

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify component authenticity through authorized distributors or official manufacturer channels. Confirm that the specific ordering suffix matches the required speed grade and package variant. Ensure compliance with relevant environmental regulations applicable to the deployment region.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this model when designs require 24,320 LEs and support for 1.8-V core voltage. The -8 speed grade indicates specific timing characteristics; verify against design requirements. Consider pin compatibility with existing APEX 20KE layouts if migrating from previous generations.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This component is part of the APEX 20KC series, which succeeded the APEX 20KE line. It offers approximately 25% to 35% faster performance compared to the APEX 20KE devices while maintaining pin compatibility. The series is characterized by its use of copper interconnect technology.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

The EP20K600EFC672-1X is a pin-compatible alternative within the APEX 20KE family. Verify electrical parameter differences, specifically regarding supply voltage and speed grades, before substitution.