EP20K60ETC144-2

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The Altera EP20K60ETC144-2 is a Field Programmable Gate Array belonging to the APEX 20K family. It features 2,560 logic elements and 256 macrocells within a TQFP-144 package. The device operates at a maximum system frequency of 180 MHz with a supply voltage of 2.5 V. It includes 32 kbit of embedded memory and supports up to 92 user I/O pins.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• MultiCore architecture integrating LUT logic, product-term logic, and embedded memory
• Flexible clock management circuitry with phase-locked loops
• MultiVolt I/O interface supporting multiple voltage levels
• Four-level hierarchical FastTrack interconnect structure

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• System-on-a-programmable-chip integration
• PCI Local Bus Specification compliance
• High-speed external memory interfaces
• Register-intensive functions and digital signal processing

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify component authenticity through authorized channels as this part may be discontinued. Confirm RoHS compliance status and check for moisture sensitivity handling requirements during storage and assembly. Ensure compatibility with legacy design tools if migrating existing projects.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this model when high-density logic is required alongside embedded memory capabilities. The 2.5 V operation suits applications needing lower power consumption compared to older 3.3 V standards. Consider the TQFP-144 package constraints regarding board space and thermal dissipation for the final design.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This component is part of the APEX 20K series, representing an early implementation of System-on-a-Programmable-Chip technology. It combines the benefits of complex programmable logic devices with field-programmable gate array flexibility, targeting high-performance digital designs before modern FPGA architectures became dominant.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

No direct public substitute part numbers are confirmed in the provided documentation. Migration to newer Intel/Altera families such as Cyclone or Arria requires architectural adaptation due to differences in logic block structures and I/O standards.