EPF10K200SRC240-3

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The Altera EPF10K20SRC240-3 is a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) belonging to the FLEX 10K family. It features 1,152 Logic Elements (LEs), 144 Logic Array Blocks (LABs), and 6 Embedded Array Blocks (EABs). The device provides 189 user I/O pins and includes 12,288 bits of total embedded RAM. It operates on a 5.0 V supply voltage and is housed in a 240-pin RQFP package. This component supports MultiVolt I/O interfaces and JTAG boundary-scan test circuitry compliant with IEEE Std. 1149.1-1990.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• Contains 1,152 LEs and 12,288 bits of embedded memory within 6 EABs.
• Supports 5.0-V tolerant input pins and MultiVolt I/O interface.
• Includes built-in JTAG boundary-scan test circuitry compliant with IEEE Std. 1149.1-1990.
• Features FastTrack Interconnect for predictable routing delays.

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• System-on-a-Programmable-Chip (SOPC) integration
• PCI Local Bus Specification, Revision 2.2 compliance
• Digital signal processing functions
• Microcontroller implementation

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify the specific speed grade suffix associated with the EPF10K20SRC240-3 designation against official datasheets, as performance varies by grade. Confirm RoHS compliance status prior to procurement, as historical FLEX 10K devices may not meet current environmental standards. Ensure compatibility with 5.0 V power supplies and verify that the 240-pin RQFP package fits the target PCB footprint.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this device when designs require approximately 1,152 logic elements and significant embedded memory capacity. The 5.0 V operation makes it suitable for legacy systems or mixed-voltage environments requiring 5.0 V tolerance. Consider the 240-pin RQFP package constraints regarding board space and pin density compared to BGA alternatives in the same family.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This part belongs to the Altera FLEX 10K family, recognized as the industry's first embedded programmable logic device family. It combines general-purpose logic arrays with dedicated embedded array blocks for memory and specialized functions. The architecture utilizes SRAM-based technology, allowing for reconfigurability and 100% functional testing prior to shipment.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

Publicly confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided documentation. Designers migrating from this component should evaluate newer Intel/Altera FPGA families for equivalent logic density and I/O counts, ensuring voltage level compatibility and package pinout differences are addressed.