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EP2S60F1020C3 - Stratix II FPGA 60K LEs 1020-FBGA | Intel (Altera)
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP2S60F1020C3 is a member of the Stratix II FPGA family featuring 60,440 logic elements, 2,544,192 bits of embedded memory, and 718 user I/Os in a 1020-ball FC-FBGA package, fabricated on a 90 nm CMOS process and operating from a 1.2 V core supply with a maximum internal clock frequency of approximately 816 MHz. The 'C3' speed grade places it in the commercial temperature range (0C to +85C) and represents a moderate speed bin within the Stratix II lineup, suitable for mainstream logic, DSP, and memory-intensive designs. The FC-FBGA-1020 package (33 mm x 33 mm body, 1.0 mm ball pitch) provides the high-density interconnect required by the device's 718 user I/Os plus high-speed transceivers, PLLs, and external memory interfaces. A field-programmable gate array (FPGA) is a semiconductor integrated circuit built around an array of configurable logic blocks (CLBs), programmable interconnects, and dedicated hard IP blocks such as DSP slices, block RAM, transceivers, and PLLs. FPGAs sit within the programmable logic sub-category of digital ICs, allowing hardware designers to implement custom digital circuits and parallel processing architectures after the chip has been manufactured, in contrast to ASICs which require fabrication-time commitment. The Stratix II family specifically targets high-performance applications such as digital signal processing, communications baseband processing, and high-speed data acquisition, with hard IP for DDR/DDR2/QDR memory interfaces and 12-channel LVDS signaling per pair. Key features of the EP2S60F1020C3 include 3022 LABs/CLBs, up to 36 DSP blocks (144 18x18 multipliers), 12 PLLs, 18 clock networks, support for external memory interfaces including DDR, DDR2, QDR, and SDRAM, up to 12 high-speed transceivers on transceiver-equipped variants, and embedded multipliers. The device integrates dedicated hardware for multi-gigabit serial I/O and supports source-synchronous interfaces critical for high-bandwidth ASIC and ASSP prototyping. Typical applications include high-end communications infrastructure (base station channel cards, OTN framer/ mapper), high-performance DSP for medical imaging and military radar, ASIC prototyping and emulation, video broadcast and image processing, and high-throughput data-acquisition systems. The combination of 60K LEs, 2.5 Mbit of block RAM, and 144 hardware multipliers allows Stratix II designs to absorb large amounts of parallel DSP work without exhausting fabric resources. When designing with the EP2S60F1020C3, ensure that the 1.2 V core rail, 3.3 V I/O pre-driver rail, and PLL analog supply are all decoupled with low-ESR ceramic capacitors placed within 100 mil of the supply balls, and follow Altera's pin-out guideline for the 1020-FBGA breakout. The 'C3' speed grade is the slowest commercial bin; the 'C4' and 'C5' bins offer progressively higher Fmax at higher cost, so a 'C3' is the cost-optimized choice when timing margin is not the limiting factor. This page synthesizes current distributor pricing across DigiKey, Mouser, Arrow, and Heisener, drop-in and speed-grade alternatives within the Stratix II family, and practical design notes drawn from Altera (now Intel) Stratix II documentation not aggregated elsewhere.
EP2S60F1020C3N - 60K LE Stratix II FPGA 1020-BGA | Intel
The Intel EP2S60F1020C3N is a high-density Stratix II Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) delivering 60,440 logic elements, 2,544,192 bits of embedded memory, and 718 maximum user I/Os in a 1020-ball FineLine BGA package. The device operates from a 1.2V core supply with support for multiple I/O standards (LVTTL, LVCMOS, SSTL, HSTL, LVDS, LVPECL), and integrates up to 36 embedded 18x18 multipliers plus 12 PLLs for high-speed serial and parallel DSP workloads. A Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) is a semiconductor integrated circuit that can be reconfigured by the designer after manufacturing, consisting of configurable logic blocks (LABs/CLBs), programmable interconnect, dedicated DSP blocks, embedded RAM, and high-speed transceivers. Stratix II FPGAs sit in the hierarchy: FPGA -> programmable logic device -> digital integrated circuit -> semiconductor. The EP2S60 family targets mid-range ASIC prototyping, high-speed DSP, and communications infrastructure where time-to-market outweighs the cost of a custom ASIC. Key features include 3,022 Logic Array Blocks (LABs), 36 embedded multipliers (18x18), 12 PLLs, dedicated DDR memory interfaces, and support for up to 717 MHz internal operation. The C3 speed grade denotes a commercial temperature rating (0C to +85C) at the slowest of the Stratix II speed grades, optimized for cost-sensitive designs that do not require the highest possible Fmax. The Stratix II architecture uses adaptive logic modules (ALMs) instead of traditional 4-input LUTs, giving the device approximately twice the logic capacity per area compared to the original Stratix family. Combined with up to 2.5 Mb of on-chip TriMatrix memory arranged in three block sizes (M512, M4K, M-RAM), the EP2S60 is well-suited to data-path intensive applications such as packet processing, baseband modulation, and video processing pipelines. Typical applications include ASIC prototyping, software-defined radio (SDR), wireless baseband processing, high-speed imaging, and high-performance DSP coprocessors. The wide I/O count (718 pins) also makes it suitable for parallel bus aggregation and high-density bridge designs between processors and backplanes. When designing with the EP2S60F1020C3N, pay close attention to the 1.2V core supply sequencing and the use of Intel/Altera's Quartus II design software for synthesis, place-and-route, and timing closure. The C3 speed grade limits Fmax versus C4 or C5 grades - choose the appropriate grade based on timing budgets rather than over-specifying to C5. This page synthesizes distributor inventory, drop-in alternative cross-references, and practical design notes not found in a single source, including Stratix-II speed-grade selection guidance and pin-compatible same-density alternatives useful for obsolete-stock mitigation.
EP2S60F1020C4 - 60K LE Stratix II FPGA, 1020-BGA | Intel
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP2S60F1020C4 is a high-density Stratix II Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) built on a 90 nm CMOS process, delivering 60,440 equivalent logic elements (LEs) and 2,544,192 bits of embedded memory in a 1020-ball FineLine BGA package. It operates at a core voltage of 1.2 V with a maximum core clock frequency near 711 MHz, providing up to 718 user I/O pins and 3022 logic array blocks (LABs) for high-performance digital logic implementation. A Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) is a class of programmable logic device (PLD) that combines configurable logic blocks, programmable interconnect, and dedicated silicon resources (block RAM, DSP blocks, PLLs, high-speed transceivers) on a single die. In the broader taxonomy, an FPGA belongs to programmable logic devices -> logic ICs -> digital integrated circuits -> semiconductors. Stratix II positioned Intel/Altera as a leader in mid-2000s high-density FPGA families for ASIC prototyping, DSP acceleration, and telecom infrastructure. Key features of the EP2S60F1020C4 include embedded multiplier blocks for DSP, TriMatrix on-chip memory (MLAB + M512 + M4K + M-RAM blocks totaling 2,544,192 RAM bits), up to 12 dedicated PLL clock managers per device, and 4 phase-locked loop-based high-speed transceivers supporting source-synchronous interfaces. The -C4 speed grade denotes a commercial-temperature (0C to +85C) device with a moderate speed bin, suitable for cost-sensitive designs where the absolute fastest timing closure is not required. The architecture employs an ALM (Adaptive Logic Module)-based logic element, allowing 6-input LUT-based combinational and arithmetic logic plus dedicated register bits per ALM. This contrasts with the 4-input LUT architecture of the original Stratix family and provides roughly 50% greater logic capacity per area, enabling the EP2S60 to fit larger designs at equivalent device sizes. The 1020-ball FC-FBGA package supports extensive I/O count while maintaining signal integrity for source-synchronous memory and parallel interfaces. Typical applications for EP2S60F1020C4 include ASIC prototyping and emulation, digital signal processing (FFT, baseband processing), telecom line cards, video processing pipelines, and high-performance industrial control. It is also widely deployed in PCIe endpoint and bridging applications, motor control, and embedded compute platforms requiring substantial on-chip memory. When designing with this part, plan I/O bank assignments early because 718 pins must be allocated across 8-9 banks with dedicated VCCIO rails per bank. Use the Quartus II design suite (legacy, free licenses for Stratix II are still available from Intel's website) for synthesis, place-and-route, and timing closure. The -C4 speed grade trades peak Fmax for cost savings; for designs approaching 500 MHz internal logic, consider the -C5 speed grade instead. This page synthesizes distributor stock and pricing, drop-in alternatives from the Stratix II family, and practical design notes that go beyond the manufacturer datasheet.
EP2S60F1020C4N - 60K LE Stratix II FPGA, 1020-BGA | Intel | Altera
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP2S60F1020C4N is a 60,440 logic-element Stratix II Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) fabricated on a 90 nm CMOS process, housed in a 1020-ball Fine-pitch Chip-Scale BGA (FC-FBGA) package. It integrates 2,544,192 bits of embedded memory, 718 user I/Os, and operates from a 1.2 V core supply with a maximum core frequency around 711.24 MHz, making it one of the high-density members of the Stratix II family. What is an FPGA? An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a reconfigurable digital integrated circuit containing an array of programmable logic blocks, interconnect, and I/O cells that the user can configure after manufacture via a hardware description language (HDL) and toolchain. In the taxonomy, an FPGA sits under programmable logic -> logic ICs -> integrated circuits. Stratix II placed particular emphasis on high-speed DSP blocks, TriMatrix embedded memory, and high-speed differential I/O for communications and signal-processing workloads. Key features include up to 24 DSP blocks delivering 192 18-bit x 18-bit multipliers, support for external DDR/DDR2/QDRII SRAM memories via dedicated interfaces, high-speed LVDS and clock-management circuitry (PLLs), and up to 12 global clock networks. The device is offered in a commercial temperature grade and supports configuration via passive serial, fast passive parallel, or JTAG modes using the Quartus II development environment. Architecturally, the Stratix II family introduced an adaptive logic module (ALM) of 8 inputs that delivers higher effective logic utilization than the 4-input LUT-based architectures used in earlier FPGAs. The 90 nm process node, combined with the ALM fabric, allowed Stratix II to outperform the original Stratix family in both density-per-area and DSP throughput-per-watt. Typical applications include high-performance digital signal processing (baseband, video codecs, radar), communications infrastructure (protocol bridging, packet processing), ASIC prototyping, and test-and-measurement instrumentation. The 1020-BGA package and 718 user I/Os make it well-suited for board-level designs that must route many differential pairs or parallel memory buses. When designing with this device, plan for the 1.2 V core rail decoupling strategy (typically multiple 100 uF and 0.1 uF capacitors distributed around the BGA), and verify that the Quartus II toolchain version supports this device (Stratix II support is now legacy). For new designs, evaluate Stratix IV/V or Cyclone IV/V as successors.
EP2S60F1020C4TT - Stratix II FPGA, 60K LE, 1020-BGA | Intel
The Intel EP2S60F1020C4TT is a member of the Stratix II family of high-performance FPGAs, built on a 90 nm process and integrating 60,440 equivalent logic elements in a 1020-ball FineLine BGA package. It offers 718 maximum user I/O pins and a combined embedded memory capacity of 2,544,192 RAM bits, making it suited for high-throughput data-path, telecommunications, and signal-processing designs. The part operates across the commercial 0 °C to +85 °C junction temperature range and is shipped in Tape and Reel packaging for high-volume assembly lines. A Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) is a programmable logic device that combines lookup-table (LUT)-based fabric, programmable interconnect, embedded memory blocks (M4K/M-RAM/M512), DSP blocks (multipliers), and high-speed I/O transceivers on a single die. Stratix II devices sit in the broader taxonomy of programmable logic devices (PLD) -> FPGA -> high-density FPGA -> system-on-chip programmable device, and historically bridged the gap between traditional FPGAs and ASIC-class compute density for DSP, packet processing, and pre-silicon ASIC prototyping. Key parametric features for this device include: 60,440 logic elements, 2,544,192 embedded RAM bits, dedicated 18-bit × 18-bit DSP multiplier blocks for high-performance arithmetic, 718 maximum user I/O, four enhanced phase-locked loops (PLLs), up to 12 global clock networks, and a configurable high-speed memory interface supporting DDR/DDR2 SDRAM with dedicated DQS and DQ pins. The device also includes support for external memory interfaces such as QDR II/II+ SRAM and DDR/DDR2 SDRAM with on-chip termination and read/write leveling. Typical applications include high-speed packet processing in network line cards, pre-silicon ASIC prototyping and emulation, video broadcast and image processing pipelines, DSP co-processing for wireless baseband, military/aerospace signal intelligence, and test & measurement instrumentation. The 1020-ball BGA package exposes enough user I/O to drive wide external buses and multiple high-speed serial/parallel interfaces concurrently. When designing with EP2S60F1020C4TT, engineers should note that the part is a legacy Stratix II device: long-term supply is constrained and Intel recommends migrating to Cyclone IV/V or Arria equivalent families for new designs. A multi-layer PCB (typically 8+ layers) with controlled-impedance routing, dedicated power and ground planes, and proper decoupling is required to realize the device's high-speed serial/parallel I/O performance.
EP2S60F1020C5 - Stratix II FPGA, 60K LE, 1020-BGA | Intel
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP2S60F1020C5 is a high-density Stratix II Field-Programmable Gate Array built on a 90 nm process, delivering 60,440 equivalent Logic Elements (LEs), 2,544,192 bits of embedded RAM, and 718 user I/O pins in a 1020-ball FineLine BGA (FC-FBGA) package. According to distributor listings, the device is graded for commercial temperature operation and ships in a 33x33 mm BGA with 1.0 mm ball pitch, supporting multi-gigabit serial transceivers and dedicated DSP blocks. The 'C5' speed grade places this part in the moderate-performance Stratix II tier, well suited to high-throughput parallel processing, memory-intensive datapaths, and ASIC-prototyping workloads. A Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) is a semiconductor integrated circuit composed of configurable logic blocks, programmable interconnect, and dedicated hard IP such as transceivers, multipliers, and memory controllers. FPGAs sit at the top of the programmable-logic hierarchy (PAL -> CPLD -> FPGA -> SoC FPGA), offering the highest logic density, the highest I/O count, and the broadest feature set among programmable devices. Stratix II specifically introduced an adaptive logic module (ALM) architecture - the first FPGA family to break away from the legacy 4-input LUT, doubling effective performance per LE versus the original Stratix. Key differentiating features of the EP2S60F1020C5 include 12 embedded transceivers operating up to 6.375 Gbps, 256 DSP blocks (256 18x18 multipliers), 4 phase-locked loops, and a tri-matrix memory structure combining M512, M4K, and M-RAM blocks. The device supports external memory interfaces including DDR, DDR2, QDR, and RLDRAM, and offers up to 16 global clock networks with 8 PLLs. Hard intellectual property (PCI Express, Ethernet MAC, and DDR controllers) further reduces soft-logic overhead. Architecturally, Stratix II employs a row-and-column-based ALM fabric with DirectDrive technology that guarantees deterministic routing for high-utilization designs. The 90 nm process combined with 1.2 V core operation delivers high logic density while keeping power per LE competitive with earlier 130 nm generations. Designers target the device through Quartus II design software, with bitstream encryption and remote system upgrade support built into the silicon. Typical applications for the EP2S60F1020C5 include ASIC and ASSP prototyping, high-speed data acquisition cards, software-defined radio baseband processing, medical imaging pipelines, military signal processing, and high-end test-and-measurement equipment. The combination of high logic count, embedded transceivers, and large memory bandwidth makes it particularly well suited to designs requiring simultaneous high-throughput DSP and wide bus widths. Designers should note the Stratix II family is now legacy (NRND) and Intel recommends migrating to Stratix IV or Cyclone IV GX for new designs. When migrating, verify that transceiver channel count, DSP block count, and I/O standards are equivalent - the EP2S60F1020C5 with 1020-BGA footprint has no direct Stratix IV pin-compatible successor in the same package, so PCB redesign is typically required. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, verified parametric data, drop-in same-family alternatives, and design notes not aggregated elsewhere.
EP2S60F1020C5N - Stratix II FPGA 60K LE | Altera
The Altera EP2S60F1020C5N is a Stratix II field-programmable gate array (FPGA) with 60,440 logic elements, 2,544,192 bits of on-chip RAM, 718 user I/O pins, and a 1.15 V to 1.25 V core supply, housed in a 1020-ball BBGA/FCBGA package. An FPGA is a reconfigurable digital integrated circuit whose logic fabric, routing, and I/O behavior can be programmed after manufacture. In a system hierarchy, an FPGA belongs to programmable logic, which sits above soft intellectual-property cores and configuration memory but below complete application boards. The EP2S60F1020C5N is part of Altera's Stratix II family, an architecture that combines adaptive logic modules, DSP functionality, and large embedded memory blocks to implement complex digital systems without custom ASIC fabrication. Key differentiators include 3022 LABs, 718 user I/O pins, 2,544,192 RAM bits, a 1.15 V to 1.25 V core supply, and a 0°C to 85°C junction temperature range. The large ball count enables dense board-level routing and high pin availability for parallel buses, while the N suffix in the order code indicates a lead-free device option. These features make it suitable for systems that need substantial programmable logic, memory, and wide parallel interfaces in one package. Stratix II FPGAs use SRAM-based configuration, meaning the device must be loaded from an external configuration device or host after power-up. This architecture supports rapid iterative design changes in prototyping and field upgrades. The 1020-ball BGA provides robust power and ground distribution, important for maintaining signal integrity at high toggle rates. The target commercial grade supports controlled-environment equipment and many industrial settings where the junction temperature remains below 85°C. Typical applications include high-performance DSP, radar and beamforming front ends, wireline and wireless communications, industrial machine vision, medical imaging, video processing, and ASIC prototyping. Large logic density plus many I/O allows designers to implement complete signal-chain processing in one FPGA. The wide I/O count also supports connecting to high-speed converters, DDR memory, and backplane interfaces. A key design consideration is power and thermal management. A 60K-logic-element FPGA with high utilization and many I/O toggles can dissipate several watts; estimate power in the Quartus PowerPlay analyzer and provide adequate BGA copper pours, vias, and airflow. This page combines distributor availability signals, package-aware drop-in alternatives, comparison tables, and practical design notes that are not all stated in a single datasheet page, giving engineers a faster procurement and selection reference.
EP2S60F1020I4 - Stratix II 60K LEs FPGA | Intel / Altera | 1020-FBGA
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP2S60F1020I4 is a high-density Stratix II family Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) built on a 90 nm CMOS process, integrating 60,440 logic elements, 2,544,192 bits of embedded memory, and 718 maximum user I/O pins in a 1020-ball FC-FBGA (33 x 33 mm, 1.0 mm pitch) package. Per the Altera Stratix II device handbook, this device is the industrial temperature grade variant, specified for -40C to +100C junction operation, and supports configuration via passive serial, fast passive parallel, and JTAG modes through dedicated configuration pins. An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a type of programmable logic device (PLD) that allows designers to implement custom digital logic through a matrix of configurable logic blocks (CLBs), programmable interconnects, and dedicated hard IP blocks. FPGAs occupy the middle ground between fixed-function ASICs (high NRE, low per-unit cost) and microcontrollers (software-defined, lower throughput). The Stratix II family specifically targets high-performance digital signal processing, communications, and high-speed serial I/O applications, sitting under the broader taxonomy: programmable logic -> logic device -> semiconductor IC. Key features of the EP2S60F1020I4 include up to 36 embedded 18x18 multipliers (DSP blocks) for high-speed arithmetic, twelve global clock networks with phase-locked loops (PLLs), and support for multiple I/O standards including LVDS, LVTTL, LVCMOS, SSTL, and HSTL. The device embeds TriMatrix memory blocks totaling approximately 2.5 Mbits, distributed as 4096-bit M512, 8 Kbit M4K, and 512 Kbit M-RAM blocks for flexible on-chip buffering. Architecturally, the Stratix II introduces an innovative adaptive logic module (ALM) that replaces traditional 4-input LUTs with 8-input fracturable LUTs, increasing effective logic density by roughly 2x compared to the original Stratix family. Combined with the dedicated DSP blocks and up to 12 PLLs, this allows the EP2S60 to address designs requiring high logic utilization, complex arithmetic pipelines, and multiple clock domains in a single device. Typical applications include high-speed digital signal processing for baseband processing, telecom backhaul switching, military radar systems, test and measurement equipment, and high-end video processing. The combination of 60K logic elements, dedicated multipliers, and abundant I/O makes the EP2S60F1020I4 a mainstream workhorse for mid-to-high density FPGA designs of its era. When designing with this device, plan for power consumption carefully. A fully utilized EP2S60 can dissipate 20 W or more; thermal management through the FC-FBGA exposed die pad and adequate PCB copper is essential. Designers should also note that the Stratix II family is now legacy - new designs should consider Cyclone IV/V or Stratix IV/V equivalents, but existing designs can still be supported with this part. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, verified parametric data from the manufacturer datasheet, and drop-in same-package alternatives (including temperature-grade and speed-grade variants) that share the 1020-FBGA footprint, providing information not consolidated in a single distributor listing.
EP2S60F1020I4N - Stratix II FPGA, 60K LE, 1020-BGA | Intel
The Intel EP2S60F1020I4N is a Stratix II family Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) integrating approximately 60,440 equivalent logic elements (LEs), 2,544,192 bits of embedded memory, and 718 maximum user I/O pins in a 1020-ball flip-chip BGA package. It is built on a 1.2 V core, 90 nm CMOS process with a 1.5 V PCI Express hard IP block, delivering up to 717 MHz fabric performance and embedded DSP blocks for high-throughput signal processing. An FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) is a semiconductor device built around an array of configurable logic blocks (CLBs), embedded memory blocks, DSP blocks, and programmable interconnect, all controlled by a configuration bitstream loaded from external flash at power-up. FPGAs sit within the broader taxonomy of programmable logic devices (PLDs) -> complex programmable logic devices (CPLDs) -> FPGAs -> system-on-chip (SoC) FPGAs, and are widely used as hardware accelerators in the hierarchy of microprocessors -> DSPs -> FPGAs -> custom ASICs. Stratix II specifically targets high-performance ASIC prototyping, telecom baseband processing, and high-speed serial I/O subsystems where deterministic latency and parallel arithmetic throughput are required. Key features include up to 36 embedded 18x18 multipliers organized into DSP blocks, twelve PLLs for clock management, support for external memory interfaces including DDR, DDR2, QDRII, and RLDRAM, and 12 high-speed transceiver channels supporting up to 6.375 Gbps for protocols such as PCI Express, Serial RapidIO, and Gigabit Ethernet. Each Stratix II LAB contains 10 Adaptive Logic Modules (ALMs), each ALM containing two Adaptive Look-Up Tables (ALUTs), enabling efficient mapping of arithmetic, register, and combinational logic. The architecture is fabricated on a 90 nm strained-silicon CMOS process with copper interconnect and low-k dielectric. It supports a maximum user I/O count of 718 across 32 I/O banks, with per-bank voltage-referenced standards ranging from 1.2 V to 3.3 V including LVDS, LVPECL, HSTL, and SSTL. Configuration is via passive serial (PS), passive parallel synchronous (PPS), passive parallel asynchronous (PPA), fast passive parallel (FPP), or JTAG, with bitstream encryption and decompression supported through the AES-128 engine. Typical applications include ASIC prototyping and emulation, telecom line-card payload processing, high-speed serial protocol bridging (PCIe Gen1/Gen2, Serial RapidIO, CEI-6G), video and image processing pipelines, and military/aerospace signal-processing platforms. The Stratix II family is widely used in defense, medical imaging, and broadcast video systems where deterministic throughput is critical. When designing with this device, careful attention must be paid to power-rail sequencing (VCCINT, VCCIO, VCCA, VCCD_PLL), thermal management via the exposed die and 1.0 mm BGA pitch, and signal-integrity routing for the transceiver channels. Reference designs and IBIS models from Altera's design resource center are recommended for first-time bring-up. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternative SKUs within the Stratix II family, and practical design considerations not found on a stockist product page.
EP2S60F1020I5N - 60K LE Stratix II FPGA, 718 I/O, 1020-BGA
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP2S60F1020I5N is a high-density Stratix II family FPGA fabricated on a 90 nm CMOS process, delivering 60,440 logic elements and up to 718 user I/O pins in a 1020-ball FC-FBGA package. Operating from a 1.2 V core supply at speeds up to 609.76 MHz, this device targets high-performance digital signal processing, telecom, and embedded compute designs requiring maximum logic density. An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a semiconductor integrated circuit composed of configurable logic blocks (CLBs), programmable interconnect, and dedicated hard-IP blocks such as multipliers, memory blocks, and high-speed transceivers. Within the broader taxonomy, the EP2S60F1020I5N sits in the Stratix II family -> high-end FPGA -> programmable logic device -> semiconductor. FPGAs differ from ASICs by being fully re-programmable in the field, and from CPLDs by offering far higher logic capacity, embedded RAM, and DSP capability. Key features of the EP2S60F1020I5N include 60,440 logic elements, 718 user I/O pins, 1.2 V core voltage with on-chip voltage regulation, dedicated DSP blocks for high-speed arithmetic, abundant TriMatrix embedded memory, and support for external memory interfaces including DDR/DDR2 SDRAM and QDRII SRAM. The device supports multiple I/O standards including LVDS, LVTTL, LVCMOS, SSTL, and HSTL. Architecture-wise, Stratix II devices employ an adaptive logic module (ALM) structure that delivers up to 2.5x the performance and 2x the density of prior Stratix generations, with 8-input fracturable look-up tables (LUTs) per ALM. This enables efficient mapping of wide-fanin logic and arithmetic paths while reducing interconnect congestion. Typical applications include high-speed digital signal processing, telecom baseband and line-card designs, military and aerospace signal processing, ASIC prototyping, high-performance video and image processing, and software-defined radio platforms where massive parallelism is required. When designing with this part, ensure a robust multi-rail power distribution network because Stratix II requires separate VCCINT, VCCIO bank supplies, PLL analog supplies, and transceiver supplies. Thermal management is essential at high-utilization workloads; the FC-FBGA package requires careful PCB stack-up and thermal vias for heat removal. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, lifecycle status, and Stratix II family cross-references not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone, supporting faster component selection and BOM risk reduction.
EP2S60F484C3 - Stratix II FPGA, 60K LE, 484-FBGA | Intel / Altera
The Intel / Altera EP2S60F484C3 is a member of the Stratix® II family of field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) fabricated on a 90 nm process, offering 60,440 logic elements, 2,544,192 bits of embedded memory, and 334 user I/O pins housed in a 484-ball FineLine BGA package operating from 1.2 V core supply. What is an FPGA? A Field-Programmable Gate Array is a semiconductor device built around an array of configurable logic blocks (CLBs), programmable interconnects, and dedicated hard IP such as block RAM, DSP blocks, and high-speed transceivers. FPGAs sit in the broader hierarchy of programmable logic devices (PLDs) and are used to implement arbitrary digital logic, parallel processing pipelines, and custom compute accelerators that would be impractical to realize in fixed ASICs. The Stratix II family specifically targets high-performance DSP, communications, and signal-processing designs. The EP2S60F484C3 contains 24,176 adaptive logic modules (ALMs) - the Stratix II successor to traditional 4-input LUT-based logic - and integrates 3,022 LABs, twelve 9-bit embedded multipliers, and 12 embedded DSP blocks. The part supports configuration via passive serial, fast passive parallel, and JTAG modes, and exposes up to 12 global clock networks plus 16 PLLs for high-fanout clock distribution. The device supports up to 717 MHz internal operation per published Stratix II performance documentation, with embedded memory blocks totaling 2.5 Mbits that can be configured as simple dual-port, true dual-port, or shift-register RAM. The 1.0 mm pitch 484-ball FineLine BGA package provides high I/O density for memory-rich and high-bandwidth designs. Typical applications include high-speed digital signal processing, telecommunications baseband processing, ASIC prototyping, military/aerospace signal processing, and high-speed image processing pipelines. Designers select the EP2S60F484C3 when the target design requires mid-range logic capacity, plentiful block RAM, and a proven legacy fabric that is supported across multiple Quartus II tool versions. When designing with this part, verify Quartus II tool support for the specific device speed grade (C3) and confirm that the JTAG chain and configuration scheme are supported by the chosen programmer. The 484-FBGA package requires 4-6 layer PCB stack-ups with controlled-impedance traces and matched-length clock routing.
EP2S60F484C3N - 60KLE Stratix II FPGA 484-FBGA | Intel
The Intel EP2S60F484C3N is a member of the Stratix II family of high-performance FPGAs built on a 90 nm process technology, delivering 60,440 equivalent logic elements (LEs) in a 484-pin FineLine BGA package. The device integrates up to 2.5 Mbits of embedded TriMatrix memory arranged in three block sizes (M-RAM, M4K, and M512) and includes up to 12 embedded DSP blocks operating at up to 450 MHz, providing a balanced mix of logic, memory, and signal-processing resources. A Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) is a reconfigurable integrated circuit whose logic and routing are defined by a user-supplied configuration bitstream. FPGAs sit at the intersection of ASICs (high performance, high NRE) and microcontrollers (low cost, fixed function), enabling hardware-level parallelism and rapid design iteration. Stratix II parts are positioned for high-throughput signal processing, telecom, and ASIC-prototype workloads, slotting into the broader Intel programmable logic family between Cyclone II (low-cost) and Stratix III (next-generation high-end). The -3 speed grade marks this as the fastest of the commercial Stratix II variants, with Fmax targets of approximately 450 MHz on internal DSP blocks. The device supports LVDS, LVPECL, HSTL, SSTL, and LVTTL I/O standards, exposes up to 334 user I/O pins, and integrates dedicated high-speed serial interfaces up to 1 Gbps on select device members. The F484 package uses a 1.0 mm ball pitch and an exposed-die flip-chip BGA construction, providing robust thermal and electrical performance for production hardware. Architecturally, the Stratix II logic element is an 8-input adaptive look-up table (ALUT) - a departure from the classic 4-input LUT - yielding higher effective logic utilization per area. The TriMatrix memory block hierarchy allows the Quartus II place-and-route tool to map user RAM/ROM requirements to the most area-efficient block size, while 12 DSP blocks deliver up to 48 GMACs of multiply-accumulate throughput at 450 MHz. Typical applications include high-speed DSP pipelines (radar, software-defined radio, video processing), telecom line-card packet processing, ASIC prototyping, and high-density logic consolidation. The 484-BGA package suits production PCBs where board area is moderate and routing density favors fan-out over fan-in packages. Designers transitioning from Stratix (original) benefit from the same Quartus II toolchain but gain roughly 50 percent higher performance and 30 percent lower power at the same function. A key design consideration is configuration mode selection: the EP2S60F484C3N supports fast passive parallel (FPP), fast active serial (AS), passive serial (PS), and JTAG configuration, and bitstream size (~22 Mbits uncompressed) drives the choice of configuration PROM. Plan PCB layout with dedicated configuration clock and data pins, ensure MSEL pin strapping matches the selected mode, and provide a clean POR ramp on VCCINT (1.2 V nominal) before any I/O activity.
EP2S60F484C4 - Stratix II FPGA, 60K LE, 484-FBGA | Altera / Intel
The Altera (now Intel) EP2S60F484C4 is a Stratix II family Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) fabricated on a 90 nm process, delivering 60,440 logic elements (LEs), 2,544,192 bits of embedded memory, and 334 user I/O pins in a 484-ball FineLine BGA (FBGA) package. The -C4 speed grade balances logic performance against dynamic power, making the part suited for high-throughput DSP pipelines, telecom baseband processing, and high-speed serial I/O designs. An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a semiconductor device built around an array of configurable logic blocks (CLBs), programmable interconnect, and dedicated hard IP such as block RAM, DSP blocks, PLLs, and high-speed transceivers. Unlike an ASIC, the logic function is defined after manufacture via a configuration bitstream. Stratix II belongs to the high-performance end of the Altera FPGA hierarchy: Stratix II > Stratix family > high-density FPGA > programmable logic device > semiconductor IC. Hard IP for memory, DSP, and transceivers is integrated alongside the general-purpose fabric, distinguishing modern FPGAs from older pure-logic arrays. Key features of the EP2S60F484C4 include 3,022 Logic Array Blocks (LABs), dedicated DSP blocks for high-throughput arithmetic, embedded TriMatrix memory blocks totaling approximately 2.5 Mbit, and Altera's adaptive logic module (ALM) architecture that is 4-input-LUT-based for improved logic packing. The -C4 speed grade targets core speeds around 350-400 MHz for typical designs and is well-suited to DDR/DDR2 memory interfaces and LVDS signaling. Typical applications include high-performance digital signal processing, telecom line cards, video broadcasting infrastructure, military/aerospace signal processing, and ASIC prototyping. Designers choose this device when high logic density and generous on-chip memory are required but the premium -C5 speed grade or industrial -I temperature range is unnecessary. A practical design consideration is power and thermal management at high toggle rates: Stratix II FPGAs benefit from intelligent power-aware compilation and proper thermal relief on the FBGA land pattern. Verify that your PCB footprint matches Altera's 484-pin FBGA land pattern exactly, as FBGA packages offer no mechanical compliance margin. This page synthesizes current distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives, and design notes that complement the official datasheet.
EP2S60F484C4N - Stratix II FPGA 60K LE 484-FBGA | Intel (Altera)
The Intel (Altera) EP2S60F484C4N is a Stratix II family Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) housed in a 484-ball FineLine BGA (FBGA) package, fabricated on a 90 nm CMOS process and operating from a 1.2 V core supply. It delivers 60,440 logic elements (LEs), 2,544,192 bits of embedded RAM (M4K/M512/RAM blocks combined), and 334 user I/Os, targeting high-performance DSP, telecommunications, and ASIC-prototyping workloads. According to the manufacturer datasheet, the device integrates up to 36 embedded DSP blocks (18x18 multipliers) and supports configuration via passive serial, fast passive parallel, and JTAG modes with built-in decryption for IP protection. A Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) is a reprogrammable semiconductor device containing an array of configurable logic blocks (CLBs) interconnected by a programmable routing fabric. Within the broader hierarchy, an FPGA belongs to programmable logic devices (PLDs) -> logic ICs -> integrated circuits -> semiconductors. FPGAs bridge the gap between fixed-function ASICs and software-defined processing: unlike microcontrollers that execute sequential firmware, FPGAs implement true hardware parallelism, achieving deterministic latency and very high throughput for pipelined datapaths, signal processing, and protocol bridging. The Stratix II architecture specifically introduced an adaptive logic module (ALM) with 8 inputs and an 8-bit fracturable look-up table (LUT), giving it roughly 25% higher logic utilization than the prior Stratix generation. Key differentiating features of the EP2S60F484C4N include a maximum internal clock frequency up to 711.24 MHz per the manufacturer datasheet, support for external memory interfaces up to DDR2/DDR SDRAM with dedicated PHY hardware, and a high-speed I/O fabric supporting LVDS, LVPECL, and SSTL signaling. The device also integrates phase-locked loops (PLLs) for clock management, with up to 12 PLLs available for clock multiplication, division, and phase shifting across multiple clock domains. The 484-FBGA package exposes 334 user I/O pins plus dedicated configuration, clock, and JTAG pins, enabling dense board-level integration without sacrificing signal integrity. Typical applications include high-speed digital signal processing (radar, software-defined radio), 10 Gbps data aggregation and protocol bridging, ASIC prototyping and emulation, high-end imaging and video processing pipelines, and telecom line-card implementations. The wide logic capacity and embedded multiplier count make it particularly attractive for designs requiring parallel filter banks, FFTs, and convolutional processing. When designing with the EP2S60F484C4N, engineers should plan thermal dissipation carefully: at full utilization the device can dissipate several watts through the FBGA substrate, requiring thermal vias and a multi-layer PCB stack-up to keep junction temperatures within the 0-85 C commercial range. Decoupling must follow Altera's recommended guidelines with multiple bulk and high-frequency capacitors placed directly under the BGA footprint. This page synthesizes distributor pricing snapshots, pin-compatible Stratix II family drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet, giving procurement and design engineers a single-source decision view as of 2026-09-09.
EP2S60F484C5 - Stratix II FPGA 60K LE 484-FBGA | Altera / Intel
The Altera (now Intel) EP2S60F484C5 is a member of the Stratix II family of high-performance FPGAs built on a 90 nm CMOS process, offering 60,440 logic elements (LEs), 2,544,192 bits of embedded memory, and 334 user I/Os in a 484-ball FineLine BGA (FC-FBGA) package. The device integrates 24176 configurable logic blocks (CLBs) across 3022 logic array blocks (LABs) and is supplied from a 1.2 V core rail with a maximum internal operating frequency around 609 MHz according to manufacturer datasheet summaries. The C5 speed grade places this part in the commercial temperature range with a balance of performance and cost for non-extreme-speed designs. Stratix II devices feature adaptive logic modules (ALMs), TriMatrix embedded memory blocks, DSP blocks, and dedicated high-speed I/O support including LVDS, making them suitable for high-throughput data-path and signal-processing applications. What is an FPGA? An FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) is a semiconductor integrated circuit composed of an array of configurable logic blocks, embedded memory, DSP slices, and programmable interconnect that can be reconfigured by the customer after manufacture. FPGAs sit at the top of the programmable logic hierarchy alongside CPLDs (Complex Programmable Logic Devices), and they are widely used for ASIC prototyping, DSP acceleration, high-speed serial interfaces, and glue logic where time-to-market or post-production flexibility justifies their higher unit cost versus fixed-function ASSPs. The Stratix II family specifically targets high-density, performance-driven applications and is architecturally positioned between older Stratix and later Stratix III/IV families within Altera's high-end product tree. Key features of the EP2S60F484C5 include 60,440 LEs, 2,544,192 RAM bits organized into TriMatrix memory blocks, dedicated 18x18 multipliers and DSP blocks, 12 PLLs for clock management, support for multiple I/O standards (LVTTL, LVCMOS, SSTL, HSTL, LVDS, PCI, PCI-X), and JTAG-based IEEE 1149.1 boundary-scan testing. The 484-pin FC-FBGA package measures 23 x 23 mm with a 1.0 mm ball pitch, suitable for high-density multi-layer PCB designs using standard BGA assembly processes. The Stratix II architecture uses an 8-input adaptive logic module (ALM) rather than the 4-input LUT found in earlier families, allowing more logic to be packed into each block and improving effective utilization. Combined with the 90 nm process, the architecture delivers high performance per watt while supporting up to 1 Gbps I/O on certain pins and embedded transceivers on selected package options. Designers typically use Quartus II development software to compile, synthesize, place, and route designs targeting this device. Typical applications for EP2S60F484C5 include high-speed digital signal processing (radar, software-defined radio, baseband), telecom line-card packet processing, ASIC prototyping for ASICs in the 100K-300K gate range, high-speed data-acquisition front-ends, video and imaging pipelines, and industrial control systems requiring parallel arithmetic. Designers migrating from earlier Stratix devices benefit from the larger LE count and richer DSP/memory ratio for signal-processing-centric designs. When designing with EP2S60F484C5, pay close attention to the FPGA's power-up sequencing requirements - VCCINT, VCCPD, and VCCA must rise monotonically within specific timing windows defined by Altera AN-351. Decoupling capacitors (typically 0.1 uF and 10 uF per rail) should be placed adjacent to each power pin, and the JTAG chain must be accessible for in-system programming. The C5 speed grade is appropriate when the design's critical path is below ~250 MHz; for higher speeds choose C6 or migrate to Stratix III/IV families. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives, application notes, and practical design notes not typically aggregated on a single manufacturer page - complementing the official Altera Stratix II Device Handbook.
EP2S60F484C5N - 60K LE Stratix II FPGA, 484-FBGA | Intel
The Intel (Altera) EP2S60F484C5N is a Stratix II family Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) housed in a 484-ball FineLine BGA (FBGA) package. It integrates 60,440 equivalent logic elements, 2,544,192 bits of embedded RAM, 334 maximum user I/O pins, and operates across an industrial-junction temperature grade (C5 speed grade, commercial). A Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) is a reconfigurable semiconductor device built from an array of configurable logic blocks (CLBs), embedded memory, DSP blocks, and programmable I/O, all interconnected by a routed fabric. Stratix II sits in the FPGA taxonomy as: FPGA -> programmable logic device (PLD) -> logic IC -> integrated circuit. The 'hard' intellectual-property (DSP blocks, Transceiver blocks, TriMatrix memory) accelerates arithmetic and streaming workloads far beyond what general logic fabric alone can deliver, while SRAM-based configuration keeps the device re-programmable in the field for design iteration, debugging, and standards updates. Key features include 12 dedicated Transceiver blocks (up to 6.375 Gbps), up to 36 DSP blocks (up to 384 18x18 multipliers at 250 MHz), TriMatrix embedded memory with true dual-port RAM, fine-grain phase-locked loops (PLLs) for clock management, and a 1.2V core supply with multi-voltage I/O support (1.5V/1.8V/2.5V/3.3V LVTTL/LVCMOS). The C5 speed grade is the slowest in the Stratix II family, optimized for lowest cost when timing closure is not critical, and the 'N' suffix indicates lead-free / RoHS-compliant packaging. Stratix II devices use a 90 nm CMOS process with 1.2V core and a DirectDrive and MultiTrack interconnect routing architecture that improves timing predictability versus the Stratix generation. The 484-FBGA fine-pitch package exposes most user I/O (334) and supports high-speed LVDS pairs for parallel chip-to-chip links, while internal transceivers handle multi-gigabit serial protocols. Typical applications include high-performance digital signal processing (radar, software-defined radio), ASIC prototyping and emulation, high-speed serial interface bridging (PCI Express, Serial RapidIO, Gigabit Ethernet), industrial imaging and video processing, and communications infrastructure baseband units. The combination of DSP density and transceiver bandwidth also suits test-and-measurement equipment where reconfigurable logic adapts to evolving standards. When designing with the EP2S60F484C5N, ensure power-rail sequencing matches the 1.2V core first, then I/O banks, and follow Altera's Stratix II Hardware Reference for PLL configuration, Transceiver channel placement, and recommended decoupling networks. The C5 speed grade trades timing margin for cost - choose C4 or C3 if the design cannot meet frequency targets at C5. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, parameter-grade drop-in alternatives, and Stratix II design guidance not collected on a single manufacturer page.
EP2S60F484I4 - Stratix II FPGA 60K LE 484-FBGA | Intel
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP2S60F484I4 is a member of the Stratix II family of Field Programmable Gate Arrays, delivering 60,440 logic elements, 2,544,192 bits of embedded memory, and 334 user I/O pins in a 484-ball FineLine BGA (FBGA) package. Built on a 90 nm CMOS process with 1.2 V core voltage, the device integrates 12 dedicated transceiver channels and operates at fabric speeds up to 711 MHz, providing high logic density and signal throughput for mid-range ASIC prototyping, communications infrastructure, and DSP acceleration. A Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) is a semiconductor integrated circuit whose digital logic, routing, and I/O behaviour are defined after manufacture by loading a user-supplied configuration bitstream into on-chip SRAM. FPGAs sit in the broader hierarchy of programmable logic devices (PLD), positioned alongside Complex PLDs (CPLDs) at the low-density end and ASICs at the high-density, non-programmable end. Within Intel's portfolio, the Stratix II family occupies the high-performance, high-density mid-tier, optimised for parallel processing, embedded memory-intensive designs, and high-speed serial interconnect. Key features of the EP2S60F484I4 include 60,440 logic elements, 2,544,192 RAM bits (~317 KB), 12 dedicated high-speed transceivers, four phase-locked loops (PLLs), an industrial operating temperature range of -40 °C to +100 °C (the I4 speed grade denotes industrial temp, fastest speed bin in family), and a 1.2 V core supply with hot-socketing support. The 484-pin FBGA package uses Intel's Stratix II pinout, which is shared with other density members in the F484 footprint. Architecturally, the Stratix II family introduces the adaptive logic module (ALM) with eight inputs, replacing the classical 4-input LUT and providing 1.4x the average logic capacity per area versus the original Stratix. Embedded TriMatrix memory blocks, DSP blocks (each with dedicated multipliers and adders), and high-speed transceivers running up to 6.375 Gbps (depending on speed grade) are arranged on a multi-level routing fabric that supports predictable timing closure through the Quartus II design suite. Typical applications include telecommunications line-card processing, ASIC prototyping, high-performance digital signal processing, video and image processing pipelines, and military/aerospace embedded computing where high logic density and wide I/O bandwidth outweigh unit-cost sensitivity. The 484-FBGA package provides a generous I/O budget (334 pins) suitable for memory-rich designs interfacing to external DDR/DDR2 SDRAM. When designing with this device, ensure the Quartus II toolchain version supports the Stratix II device family (Quartus II v9.1 or later is recommended) and that the PCB layout accommodates the FBGA 1.0 mm ball pitch, which requires microvia or via-in-pad technology for reliable assembly at high density. Decoupling and signal-integrity simulations are recommended for designs that fully utilise the high-speed transceivers.
EP2S60F484I4N - Stratix II FPGA 60K LE, 484-FBGA | Intel
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP2S60F484I4N is a Stratix II family Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) featuring 60,440 logic elements, 2,544,192 bits of embedded memory, and 334 user I/Os in a 484-ball FineLine BGA package. It is the industrial temperature grade (I4 = -40C to +100C junction) variant of the EP2S60 family, and ships in lead-free, RoHS-compliant packaging. A Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) is a reconfigurable semiconductor device in the broader taxonomy of programmable logic devices (PLDs) -> logic ICs -> integrated circuits. Unlike fixed-function ASICs, FPGAs contain an array of configurable logic blocks (CLBs), programmable interconnects, and dedicated hard IP such as DSP blocks, embedded RAM, and high-speed transceivers. The Stratix II family in particular introduced an adaptive logic module (ALM) architecture that delivers higher logic efficiency than the previous Stratix generation, making Stratix II devices especially well-suited for high-performance DSP, data-path, and memory-intensive designs. Key features of the EP2S60F484I4N include 3,022 logic array blocks (LABs), 60440 logic elements, 18 DSP blocks, 12 transceiver channels (Stratix II GX), and a wide range of supported I/O standards including LVDS, LVPECL, SSTL, and HSTL. The device integrates 2,544,192 bits of TriMatrix embedded memory organized into MRAM, M9K, and M144K blocks, and supports up to 12 PLLs for clock management. Speed grade -4 places this part in the mid-speed bin for the family, balancing timing margin against cost. Typical applications include high-speed telecom line cards, software-defined radio baseband processing, ASIC prototyping, video broadcast and image processing pipelines, and high-performance DSP front-ends. The combination of large logic capacity, ample block RAM, and built-in transceivers makes Stratix II well matched to designs that have outgrown the logic density of smaller Cyclone-family parts but do not yet require the higher transceiver counts of Stratix III/V devices. When designing with this device, plan power sequencing carefully - Stratix II requires multiple supply rails (VCCINT, VCCIO banks, VCCAUX, VCCPD, VCC_CLKIN) that must ramp in a defined order; consult the Stratix II Handbook for the recommended sequence. Provide adequate thermal relief because FPGA power dissipation scales with utilization and toggle rate; the 484-ball FBGA exposes a thermal pad that should be soldered to a ground plane with thermal vias. This page synthesizes distributor pricing from DigiKey and Mouser, drop-in same-family alternatives from the Stratix II lineup, and practical design notes not collected in any single datasheet chapter.
EP2S60F484I5N - 60K LE Stratix II FPGA, 484-BGA | Intel / Altera
The Altera (now Intel) EP2S60F484I5N is a high-density Stratix II field-programmable gate array (FPGA) built on a 90 nm CMOS process, providing 60,440 logic elements and 2,544,192 bits of embedded memory in a 484-ball FC-FBGA package. It operates from a 1.2 V core supply and supports user I/O banks from 1.2 V to 3.3 V, with up to 334 user I/O pins and a fabric clock up to 609.76 MHz. The industrial-grade speed grade I5 variant is screened for -40 °C to +100 °C operation and is intended for harsh-environment embedded systems where extended temperature reliability is required. An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a reprogrammable digital integrated circuit consisting of configurable logic blocks (CLBs), routing interconnect, and on-chip memory and multiplier blocks, all governed by SRAM configuration bits. FPGAs sit in the programmable-logic hierarchy: FPGA -> programmable logic device (PLD) -> logic IC -> integrated circuit. Unlike a fixed-function ASIC, an FPGA can be reconfigured in-system to implement arbitrary digital logic, DSP pipelines, memory buffers, or processor subsystems, which makes it valuable for prototyping, low-volume production, and applications with evolving standards. The Stratix II family was Altera's second-generation 90 nm architecture and introduced the ALM (Adaptive Logic Module), which combines an 8-input fracturable look-up table with dedicated arithmetic and carry logic. Key features of the EP2S60F484I5N include up to 48 DSP blocks (192 18-bit multipliers), 12 embedded PLLs for clock synthesis and skew management, dedicated high-speed transceiver support on transceiver-equipped variants, and 1.2 V core operation typical of the Stratix II family. The 484-ball flip-chip BGA package exposes 334 user I/O pins and supports multiple I/O standards (LVDS, LVTTL, LVCMOS, SSTL, HSTL, PCI, PCI-X). On-chip configuration is supported via JTAG (IEEE 1149.1), serial passive (EPCS), and Altera's fast passive parallel modes, allowing in-system updates via the Quartus II design tool. Typical applications for the EP2S60F484I5N include high-performance DSP, telecom baseband processing, software-defined radio, military and aerospace signal processing, high-speed data acquisition front-ends, ASIC prototyping, and high-density glue logic. Its large logic capacity and on-chip memory make it especially suitable for designs that previously required multiple FPGAs or an FPGA + DSP combination. When designing with the EP2S60F484I5N, plan a multi-layer PCB (at least 8-12 layers) for power, ground, and signal integrity. The 484-ball FC-FBGA uses a 1.00 mm ball pitch, which demands precise BGA layout and reflow profiles. Decoupling capacitors must be placed as close to each power pin as the land pattern allows. Because the device is end-of-life, designers should evaluate whether a Stratix IV, Stratix V, or Cyclone V equivalent (or a Lattice ECP5) meets the I/O and logic-density requirements before committing a new design to this part. This page synthesizes authorized-distributor stock, real-time pricing, drop-in same-package alternatives, and practical design notes drawn from the manufacturer datasheet and reference designs - giving engineers and procurement teams a one-stop decision aid not available from any single distributor listing.
EP2S60F67214N - Stratix II FPGA 60K LE FBGA-672 | Intel / Altera
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP2S60F67214N is a Stratix II family field-programmable gate array (FPGA) housed in a 672-ball FineLine BGA package, delivering approximately 60,440 equivalent logic elements (LEs), 2.5 Mbits of embedded RAM, and 12 dedicated DSP blocks for high-performance digital signal processing. As a member of the Stratix II generation built on a 90 nm process, it combines a proprietary adaptive logic module (ALM) architecture with up to 12 transceiver channels (depending on variant) and high-speed I/O, making it suitable for high-throughput ASIC prototyping and DSP acceleration. A Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) is a programmable semiconductor device whose logic fabric, interconnect, and I/O cells are configured by the user via a hardware description language (HDL) bitstream. Stratix II FPGAs belong to the high-density tier of the FPGA hierarchy: programmable logic device -> CPLD -> FPGA -> high-end FPGA -> ASIC-prototype class FPGA. This taxonomy positions the EP2S60F67214N above entry-level FPGAs like Cyclone and below the latest Stratix V/10 families in terms of logic capacity and transceiver performance. Key differentiating specifications of the EP2S60F67214N include 60,440 LEs, 2,544 Kbits of total RAM, 12 DSP blocks, and 4 phase-locked loops (PLLs) for clock management. The FBGA-672 package provides high pin density for parallel memory interfaces and multi-gigabit transceiver routing, while the industrial-grade speed grade (I4) supports operation across the full industrial temperature range. Technically, Stratix II FPGAs use a logic-structure based on 8-input ALMs (six 4-input look-up tables, two 3-input LUTs, and dedicated adder registers), enabling higher logic packing density than the 4-input LUT-based Stratix I family. The 90 nm process and 1.2 V core operation balance performance and power, while the embedded DSP blocks implement hard multipliers and accumulators that free fabric logic for control-plane tasks. Typical applications for the EP2S60F67214N include ASIC prototyping, high-speed DSP co-processing, communications baseband testbeds, and military/aerospace signal-processing systems. The Stratix II family is widely deployed in legacy designs requiring proven long-lifecycle silicon rather than the latest process nodes. When designing with this device, pay careful attention to power sequencing (core and I/O rails must track within datasheet limits) and thermal management, since the FBGA-672 package requires substantial PCB copper and airflow for sustained operation. Quartus II software is the recommended development environment; newer Quartus Prime releases retain Stratix II support for legacy bitstream generation. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in same-package Stratix II family variants, and practical design notes that are not consolidated in any single Altera datasheet document.
EP2S60F672C3 - Stratix II 60K LE FPGA, 672-BGA | Intel / Altera
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP2S60F672C3 is a Stratix II family Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) built on a 90 nm CMOS process, integrating 60,440 logic elements, 2,544,192 bits of embedded memory, and 492 user I/Os in a 672-pin flip-chip BGA (FC-FBGA) package measuring 35 x 35 mm with a 1.0 mm pitch. The device is offered in the -C3 speed grade, targeting cost-sensitive designs that do not require the highest possible Fmax. Internal multiplier blocks and DSP blocks support high-throughput signal processing, while dedicated high-speed serial transceivers are not present on this part. An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a semiconductor device whose digital logic functionality is defined after manufacturing via a configuration bitstream, in contrast to an ASIC (Application-Specific Integrated Circuit) or a fixed-function ASSP. FPGAs occupy the role of programmable glue logic and parallel processing engines in modern electronic systems, sitting between general-purpose microcontrollers and hard-wired ASICs in the broader hierarchy: programmable logic device (PLD) -> CPLD -> FPGA -> SoC FPGA. Stratix II specifically is a high-performance, logic-rich family designed for ASIC prototyping, DSP, and communications infrastructure. Key features of the EP2S60F672C3 include 60,440 logic elements (LEs), 2,544,192 RAM bits organized in TriMatrix memory blocks (MRAM, M512, M4K, M-RAM), up to 492 user I/Os supporting multiple I/O standards (LVTTL, LVCMOS, SSTL, HSTL, LVDS, PCI, PCI-X), and four enhanced phase-locked loops (PLLs) for clock management. The device supports configuration via passive serial (PS), passive parallel synchronous (PPS), passive parallel asynchronous (PPA), fast passive parallel (FPP), and JTAG modes, giving board designers flexibility for in-system programming or board-level configuration chains. At the architecture level, the Stratix II family introduced an adaptive logic module (ALM) structure that significantly improves logic utilization compared with the 4-input LUT architecture of the original Stratix. The 1.2 V core supply combined with the 90 nm process node yields low static and dynamic power relative to the prior generation. Configuration bitstream encryption (AES) and on-chip termination (OCT) further reduce external component count, while the -C3 speed grade trades some Fmax for cost savings relative to the faster -C4 and -C5 grades. Typical applications include ASIC prototyping and emulation, telecom and networking line cards, military and aerospace signal processing, high-performance DSP pipelines, broadcast video processing, and test-and-measurement instrumentation. The 672-BGA package supports the high I/O count required by memory-bus-intensive designs and parallel DSP datapaths. A primary design consideration for the EP2S60F672C3 is that the 672-BGA with 1.0 mm pitch demands multilayer PCB fabrication with microvia technology; designers should plan for at least 6 PCB layers and controlled-impedance routing for high-speed I/O. Designers should also confirm supply longevity, as the Stratix II family is approaching end-of-life status with Intel's product discontinuance program. This page synthesizes distributor pricing as of 2026-09-09, drop-in alternatives from the Stratix II family, and practical design guidance not found in the original Altera datasheet.
EP2S60F672C3N - Stratix II FPGA 60K LE 672-BGA | Intel
The Intel EP2S60F672C3N is a Stratix II family Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) delivering 60,440 logic elements, 2,544,192 bits of embedded memory, and 492 user I/O pins in a 672-pin FineLine BGA (FC-FBGA) package. Built on a 90 nm CMOS process with a 1.2 V core supply, the device integrates 3022 Logic Array Blocks (LABs), embedded DSP blocks, TriMatrix memory, and high-speed differential I/O supporting DDR2, RapidIO, and other serial interfaces. Per the Stratix II datasheet family, maximum internal clock frequency reaches 816.99 MHz. An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a class of programmable logic device that allows engineers to configure digital logic, memory blocks, and routing after manufacture. FPGAs sit hierarchically between CPLDs (smaller, simpler) and ASICs (fixed, high-NRE) in the programmable-logic taxonomy, and Stratix II was Intel's (formerly Altera's) high-density flagship line targeting high-performance signal processing, telecom line cards, and ASIC prototyping. The EP2S60 specifically occupies the mid-density tier of the Stratix II family. Key differentiating features include 60,440 logic elements (the largest mid-density Strat II device in a 672-pin package), dedicated DSP blocks for high-throughput multiplications, twelve global clock networks with PLL support, and support for source-synchronous interfaces such as LVDS at up to 1 Gbps per pair. The device also integrates 4 PLLs, 16 clock networks per quadrant, and embedded RAM up to 2.5 Mbits. Industrial-grade temperature screening is part of the C3N speed-grade/temperature code. Technically, the Stratix II architecture replaced the original Stratix LE with an adaptive logic module (ALM) of 8 inputs, doubling effective logic density and improving frequency on wide muxes. Each LAB contains 8 ALMs and 16 logic-array registers. The 90 nm process with 1.2 V VCCINT keeps dynamic power manageable while supporting up to 12 transceivers (M512 memory blocks distributed across the die). Typical applications include telecom line-card glue logic, ASIC prototyping, digital signal processing front-ends, video broadcast equipment, and high-speed serial protocol bridging. Designers also deploy the EP2S60 in industrial imaging, military signal processing, and high-end test/measurement systems where the balance of 60K LEs and 2.5 Mbits of memory fits the workload. When designing with this device, plan for a multi-rail power supply (VCCINT 1.2 V, VCCPD for I/O pre-drivers, VCCIO bank-dependent), extensive decoupling near the FC-BGA balls, JTAG programming header, and Quartus II design software (version 7.2 or later). Static power scales linearly with temperature; engineers targeting commercial 0-85C ranges can skip heatsinking at moderate toggle rates. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in Stratix II alternatives, and practical Quartus II design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone, helping engineers sourcing EP2S60F672C3N for both new designs and legacy production reorders.
EP2S60F672C3NGA - Stratix II FPGA, 60K LEs, 672-FBGA | Intel
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP2S60F672C3NGA is a 90 nm Stratix II Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) that integrates 60,440 logic elements (LEs) and 3,022 logic array blocks (LABs) in a 672-ball FineLine BGA package. The device provides 492 user I/O pins and 2,544,192 bits of embedded RAM, supporting high-throughput parallel DSP, memory interfacing, and digital signal processing designs. An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a reconfigurable integrated circuit that combines configurable logic blocks (CLBs / LABs), programmable routing, embedded memory, and dedicated hard IP (transceivers, multipliers, PLLs) on a single die. FPGAs sit between general-purpose microcontrollers and ASICs in the design flexibility vs. performance spectrum, occupying the Programmable Logic Devices (PLDs) node in the broader semiconductor taxonomy (FPGA -> PLD -> logic IC -> integrated circuit). They are used to accelerate parallel workloads where microcontrollers cannot meet timing or throughput requirements, without the NRE cost of an ASIC. Key features of the EP2S60F672C3NGA include 18 DSP blocks (each containing multiple 9x9 multipliers), dedicated external memory interfaces supporting DDR/DDR2/QDRII SRAM, up to 12 PLLs for clock management, and Adaptive Logic Modules (ALMs) that combine traditional LUT-based logic with register-rich arithmetic. The 672-FBGA (27x27 mm) package provides high-density board interconnect suitable for memory-rich and transceiver-adjacent layouts. Architecturally, the Stratix II family introduced the ALM (Adaptive Logic Module), which can be partitioned into a 6-input LUT plus two outputs, improving logic efficiency over previous 4-input LUT architectures. The device operates from an internal core voltage of approximately 1.2 V with separate PLL, I/O, and transceiver supplies, and uses configuration memory cells that are loaded via JTAG, passive serial, or fast passive parallel configuration schemes. Typical applications include telecom baseband processing, video broadcast infrastructure, high-speed data acquisition, ASIC prototyping, and defense signal processing. The device suits designs that need high logic density, abundant internal memory, and rich DSP capability on a single programmable substrate. When designing with this part, ensure adequate decoupling on each PLL supply, follow Intel/Altera's pin connection guidelines for unused I/O banks (tie to a defined logic level), and validate configuration scheme timing against the board's POR (power-on reset) sequence. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone.
EP2S60F672C4 - Stratix II FPGA, 60K LE, 672-FBGA | Altera/Intel
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP2S60F672C4 is a Stratix II family field-programmable gate array (FPGA) housed in a 672-ball FineLine BGA package with 492 user I/Os. It integrates approximately 60,440 logic elements (LEs) backed by 2,544,192 bits of embedded RAM and 3,022 logic array blocks (LABs), delivering high-density programmable logic for throughput-intensive designs. A field-programmable gate array (FPGA) is a semiconductor integrated circuit composed of configurable logic blocks, programmable interconnect, and I/O cells that can be re-programmed to implement custom digital hardware. FPGAs sit in the broader hierarchy of programmable logic devices (PLD) -> programmable logic -> digital IC -> semiconductor. Stratix II devices specifically use an adaptive logic module (ALM) architecture, advancing beyond the classic 4-input LUT topology to deliver higher logic efficiency and faster performance at lower dynamic power. Key features of the EP2S60F672C4 include up to 36 embedded DSP blocks for high-speed fixed- and floating-point arithmetic, support for multiple I/O standards (LVDS, LVTTL, LVCMOS, PCI, PCI-X, HSTL, SSTL) on its 492 user I/Os, and dedicated high-speed serial interfaces. The Stratix II fabric uses 90 nm process technology with 1.2 V core operation, integrating TriMatrix memory blocks, embedded multipliers, and clock-management PLLs distributed across the die. Typical applications span telecom baseband processing, high-speed serial protocol bridging, video broadcast and image processing pipelines, ASIC prototyping, and high-performance DSP front-ends. Its 492 I/Os also make it suitable for test-and-measurement instrumentation where many parallel interfaces are required simultaneously. When designing with this device, pay particular attention to power-rail sequencing (VCCINT before VCCIO) and thermal dissipation: the FBGA-672 package dissipates several watts under heavy DSP utilization. Use the Quartus II design toolchain (or newer Intel Quartus Prime with Stratix II device support) for synthesis, place-and-route, and timing closure. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, same-family drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the standalone manufacturer datasheet - enabling faster engineering decisions on a legacy Stratix II design.