EPF10K30AFC256-2

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The Altera EPF10K30AFC256-2 is a Field Programmable Gate Array from the FLEX 10KA embedded programmable logic device family. It features 1,728 Logic Elements (LEs) organized into 216 Logic Array Blocks (LABs). The device includes 6 Embedded Array Blocks (EABs), providing a total of 12,288 bits of embedded RAM. It supports up to 246 user I/O pins and operates on a single 3.3-V supply voltage. The component is housed in a 256-pin FineLine BGA package with a -2 speed grade.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• FLEX 10KA architecture with 1,728 LEs and 216 LABs for general logic implementation
• 6 Embedded Array Blocks (EABs) offering 12,288 bits of dedicated memory
• Supports 5.0-V tolerant input pins for MultiVolt I/O interface compatibility
• Built-in JTAG boundary-scan test circuitry compliant with IEEE Std. 1149.1-1990

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• System-on-a-Programmable-Chip (SOPC) integration
• PCI Local Bus Specification Revision 2.2 peripheral interfaces
• Digital signal processing and microcontroller functions
• High-speed arithmetic operations using dedicated carry chains

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify the specific -2 speed grade requirement against system timing constraints. Confirm that the 3.3-V supply voltage aligns with the target platform's power delivery network. Ensure the 256-pin FineLine BGA footprint matches the PCB layout specifications. Check for end-of-life status as this model belongs to an older generation of FPGA devices.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this device when designs require embedded memory alongside general-purpose logic within a moderate gate count range. The FLEX 10KA series is suitable for applications needing 5.0-V tolerant inputs while operating at 3.3 V internally. Consider the -2 speed grade if higher performance than the -3 grade is required but lower density than larger FLEX 10K devices is acceptable.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This part belongs to the Altera FLEX 10KA family, which extends the original FLEX 10K architecture by adding 5.0-V tolerance to I/O pins. The 'A' suffix denotes the 3.3-V core voltage variant with enhanced I/O capabilities. The FC256 designation indicates the 256-pin FineLine BGA package type, which offers high pin density in a compact form factor.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

Direct pin-compatible replacements within the same package are limited due to the legacy nature of the FLEX 10K family. Migration paths typically involve redesigning the board for newer Intel/Altera FPGA families such as MAX 10 or Cyclone IV, which offer improved performance and modern development tools.