EPF10K50RC240-3

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The EPF10K50RC240-3 is a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) belonging to the Altera FLEX 10K embedded programmable logic device family. It features 2,880 Logic Elements (LEs), 360 Logic Array Blocks (LABs), and 10 Embedded Array Blocks (EABs). The device provides 20,480 bits of total RAM capacity and supports up to 189 user I/O pins. It operates at a supply voltage of 5.0 V and is housed in a 240-pin Plastic Quad Flat Pack (PQFP) package.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• Contains 2,880 LEs organized into 360 LABs for general logic implementation
• Includes 10 EABs providing 20,480 bits of embedded memory or specialized logic
• Supports MultiVolt I/O interface with 5.0-V tolerant input pins
• Features FastTrack Interconnect for predictable routing delays

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• System-on-a-Programmable-Chip (SOPC) integration
• Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) Local Bus implementations
• Digital signal processing functions such as multipliers and filters
• Microcontroller emulation and wide-data-path manipulation

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify component authenticity through authorized channels due to potential availability constraints. Confirm RoHS compliance status and moisture sensitivity handling requirements prior to assembly. Review datasheet DS-F10K-4.2 for specific configuration and testing procedures.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this model for designs requiring 5.0-V operation and high-density logic within a QFP package. Ensure the design fits within the 2,880 LE limit and utilizes the available 189 I/O pins. Consider the 5.0-V supply requirement when designing power delivery networks.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This component is part of the FLEX 10K family, recognized as the industry's first embedded PLD family. It integrates embedded arrays for megafunctions like memory and DSP with logic arrays for general-purpose tasks, enabling complex system integration on a single chip.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

EPF10K50EQC240-3: Operates at 3.3 V instead of 5.0 V. EPF10K50VQC240-3: Operates at 3.3 V. Verify voltage compatibility and pinout consistency before substitution.