EPF10K50VBC356-1

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The Altera EPF10K50VBC356-1 is a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) belonging to the FLEX 10KA device family. It features 2,880 logic elements organized into 360 Logic Array Blocks and includes 10 Embedded Array Blocks providing a total of 20,480 bits of embedded RAM. The device operates at a supply voltage of 3.3 V and supports up to 274 user I/O pins. It is housed in a 356-pin Ball Grid Array package with a -1 speed grade.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• Supports MultiVolt I/O interface with 5.0-V tolerant input pins
• Includes built-in JTAG boundary-scan test circuitry compliant with IEEE Std. 1149.1-1990
• Features FastTrack Interconnect for predictable routing delays
• Contains dedicated carry and cascade chains for high-speed arithmetic functions

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• PCI Local Bus Specification Revision 2.2 implementations
• System-on-a-Programmable-Chip integration
• Digital signal processing applications
• Microcontroller implementations

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify component authenticity through authorized channels as this part may be discontinued. Confirm RoHS compliance status and moisture sensitivity levels prior to procurement. Ensure storage conditions meet humidity requirements to prevent damage before soldering.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this model for designs requiring 3.3-V operation with 5.0-V I/O tolerance. Compare against EPF10K50 variants if 5.0-V supply is required. Verify pin compatibility with existing PCB layouts using FineLine BGA packages. Consider speed grade requirements for target clock frequencies.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This component is part of the FLEX 10KA series, an evolution of the original FLEX 10K embedded programmable logic devices. The 'V' suffix indicates support for 3.3-V supply voltage with 5.0-V tolerant inputs. It represents an early generation of System-on-a-Programmable-Chip solutions from Altera.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided documentation. Consult official manufacturer resources for modern FPGA equivalents or cross-reference with compatible pin-to-pin alternatives if necessary.