EPXA10F1020C1

Overview

The Altera EPXA10F1020C1 is a System-on-a-Programmable-Chip (SoPC) device belonging to the Excalibur family. It integrates an ARM9 processor core with high-density Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) logic resources on a single die. The component utilizes a 1020-pin FineLine BGA package, measuring 33 x 33 mm with a 1 mm pitch. This architecture enables the implementation of complex embedded systems, such as real-time spoken language translation and cryptographic algorithms, within a compact form factor suitable for portable applications.

Feature Summary

• Integrated ARM9 processor core combined with FPGA fabric
• High-density logic capacity supporting complex system integration
• 1020-pin FBGA package (33x33 mm) for compact board design
• Capable of executing hardware/software co-design solutions

Applications

• Real-time spoken language translation systems
• Hardware implementation of block-cipher algorithms (e.g., KASUMI)
• Portable stand-alone embedded devices requiring low power and high performance
• System-on-a-Programmable-Chip (SoPC) architectures

Part Context

The EPXA10F1020C1 is part of the Altera Excalibur series, which was designed to merge the flexibility of programmable logic with the processing capabilities of embedded processors. This specific model represents a solution for applications demanding both computational throughput and reconfigurable logic, distinguishing it from pure FPGA or pure processor devices by offering a unified silicon platform for mixed-signal and digital system integration.