LFECP6E-4FN484C

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The LFECP6E-4FN484C is a Field Programmable Gate Array from the LatticeECP/EC family, manufactured by Lattice Semiconductor Corporation. It features 768 Programmable Functional Units (PFUs) and supports up to 352 I/Os within a 484-ball fpBGA package measuring 23 x 23 mm. The device operates on a 1.2V core voltage and includes 92 Kbits of Embedded Block RAM (EBR) alongside 25 Kbits of distributed RAM. It integrates four sysCLOCK PLLs for clock management and utilizes the ispLEVER design tool suite for implementation.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• Integrates dedicated sysDSP blocks supporting high-performance multiply and accumulate operations with configurable data path widths.
• Features flexible sysI/O buffers compatible with a wide range of interface standards including LVDS, LVCMOS, and SSTL.
• Includes dedicated DDR memory interface logic to support mainstream memory applications at low cost.

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• Low-cost FPGA implementations requiring dedicated DSP capabilities
• Systems utilizing mainstream I/O interfaces and standard memory protocols
• Applications optimized for cost-sensitive environments

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

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Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this model when the design requires approximately 6.1K LUTs and dedicated DSP resources within a 484-pin BGA footprint. Compare against the LFEC6 variant if DSP blocks are unnecessary to reduce costs. Verify that the 352 I/O count and 1.2V power requirements align with the system architecture constraints.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This component belongs to the LatticeECP/EC family, which combines efficient FPGA fabric with high-speed dedicated functions. The ECP designation indicates the inclusion of sysDSP blocks, distinguishing it from the base EC series. This family targets mainstream applications by balancing performance with low manufacturing costs.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

The LFEC6-4FN484C serves as a non-DSP alternative within the same package. For density migration, higher-end devices such as the LFECP10 or LFECP15 offer increased logic resources while maintaining similar architectural features.

Field Programmable Gate Array FAQ

What is the difference between the LFECP6 and LFEC6 variants?

The LFECP6 variant includes dedicated sysDSP blocks for high-performance digital signal processing, whereas the LFEC6 variant omits these blocks to provide a lower-cost solution without DSP capabilities.

How many sysCLOCK PLLs are integrated into this device?

The LFECP6E-4FN484C integrates four sysCLOCK Phase Locked Loops (PLLs) to manage clock multiply, divide, and phase shifting functions.

What is the maximum number of I/Os supported in the 484-ball fpBGA package?

In the 484-ball fpBGA package, this device supports up to 352 I/Os, depending on the specific pin configuration and resource allocation.