EPF6016TC144-3N

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The Altera EPF6016TC144-3N is a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) belonging to the FLEX 6000 family. It utilizes the OptiFLEX architecture, providing 16,000 typical gates and 1,320 logic elements (LEs). The device features 117 I/O pins within a 144-pin Thin Quad Flat Pack (TQFP) package. It operates at a supply voltage of 5.0 V and supports speed grade -3, achieving a maximum clock frequency of 133 MHz for 16-bit counters. Key architectural features include FastTrack Interconnect, dedicated carry and cascade chains, and built-in JTAG boundary-scan test circuitry compliant with IEEE Std. 1149.1-1990.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• OptiFLEX architecture with 1,320 LEs and 132 LABs
• FastTrack Interconnect for predictable routing delays
• Built-in JTAG BST compliant with IEEE Std. 1149.1-1990
• Supports in-circuit reconfigurability via external configuration

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• Prototyping high-volume gate array designs
• PCI Local Bus Specification compliant peripheral interfaces
• High-speed arithmetic functions using dedicated carry chains
• Systems requiring MultiVolt I/O interface operation

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 level prior to assembly. Ensure design tools support the specific speed grade and package variant for accurate timing analysis.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this model for applications requiring 5.0 V core voltage and 117 I/Os in a TQFP-144 footprint. Compare against EPF6016A variants if 3.3 V operation or hot-socketing capabilities are required. Verify that the -3 speed grade meets the target system clock frequencies.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This component is part of the Altera FLEX 6000 programmable logic family, designed as a low-cost alternative to ASICs. It shares pin compatibility with other devices in the same package across different densities, facilitating footprint reuse during design iterations within the FLEX 6000 series.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

Publicly confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided documentation. Designers should consult official Intel/Altera obsolescence notices for recommended migration paths to modern FPGA families.