EPC1LC20

Configuration PROMs For FPGAs Overview

The Altera EPC1LC20 is a serial configuration memory IC designed for FPGA initialization. It features 1 Mbit (128 K x 8) Flash memory capacity and operates at a maximum clock frequency of 8 MHz. The device supports a recommended operating voltage of 3.3 V and is housed in a 20-pin PLCC package.

Configuration PROMs For FPGAs Feature Summary

• Provides single-chip configuration solution for Altera devices including APEX 20K, Cyclone, and Stratix families
• Integrates standard Flash die and controller die into a stacked chip package
• Supports external processor access to unused portions of the memory via parallel programming interface

Configuration PROMs For FPGAs Applications

• Configuration of Altera APEX 20K series devices
• Initialization of Altera Cyclone FPGA families
• Setup of Altera Stratix II series devices

Configuration PROMs For FPGAs Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix against official datasheets to confirm pinout and electrical characteristics. Ensure compatibility with the target FPGA family's configuration requirements before integration.

Configuration PROMs For FPGAs Selection Notes

Select this component when a 1 Mbit configuration density is required for compatible Altera FPGAs. Confirm that the 3.3 V operating voltage aligns with the system design constraints.

Configuration PROMs For FPGAs Part Context

This part belongs to the Enhanced Configuration Devices (EPC) family, which serves as non-volatile storage for FPGA configuration data. It enables reliable power-up initialization for various Altera programmable logic architectures.

Configuration PROMs For FPGAs Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided documentation.