EP2A40B724I-9 - APEX II 40K LE FPGA, 724-BGA, Industrial | Intel
Teilenummer: EP2A40B724I-9 ✗ Abgekündigt| Menge | Stückpreis | Gesamt |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $850 | $850,00 |
| 10 | $795 | $7.950,00 |
| 100 | $720 | $72.000,00 |
| 500 | $660 | $330.000,00 |
| 1.000 | $605 | $605.000,00 |
EP2A40B724I-9 Übersicht
An FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) is a reprogrammable semiconductor device whose logic fabric, interconnect, and I/O routing are configured by a user-supplied bitstream, rather than fixed at the fab. APEX II sits in the hierarchy: programmable logic device (PLD) -> Complex Programmable Logic Device (CPLD)/FPGA -> high-density SRAM-based FPGA -> APEX II family, all under the broader class of programmable logic ICs. APEX II parts integrate Look-Up Tables (LUTs), Embedded System Blocks (ESBs) for dual-port RAM/ROM, and FastTrack interconnect, making them suitable for high-throughput datapath, memory-interface, and bus-bridge designs.
Key features include 540 maximum user I/O pins (as observed in the closely related EP2A40B724C9 variant listed by Rochester Electronics on DigiKey), 655,360 embedded memory bits organized as 16-bit-wide ESBs, an embedded multiplier block architecture, support for multiple I/O standards (LVTTL, LVCMOS, PCI, SSTL), and 3.3 V core / multi-standard I/O operation with on-chip PLLs for clock conditioning. The device supports configuration via Altera serial/parallel configuration schemes using the dedicated JTAG or passive serial interface.
Architecturally, the APEX II device combines a fine-grained LUT-based fabric with row/column FastTrack routing, dedicated carry chains for arithmetic, ESBs for distributed and block RAM, and PLL-based clock management. This combination yields a flexible platform for high-density datapath, telecom, and embedded processing subsystems. The B724 package exposes the full I/O count of the device, so the EP2A40 is the high-pin-count die option of the APEX II family.
Typical applications include telecommunications line cards, network switching fabrics, industrial control and instrumentation, image and video processing pipelines, ASIC prototyping, and high-speed data acquisition front-ends. The high pin count and substantial on-chip memory also suit bus-bridge and protocol-translation designs where a parallel CPU or DSP bus is mapped to a high-throughput serializer.
When designing with EP2A40B724I-9, ensure thermal analysis accounts for industrial-temperature corner cases, and verify signal integrity at full 540-pin I/O utilization. APEX II parts are NRND/EOL on Altera/Intel's roadmap, so lifecycle planning and pin-compatible Cyclone IV/V or Stratix migration should be evaluated for new designs. Compared with the EP2A40B724C9 (commercial grade, no '-I-' suffix), the EP2A40B724I-9 extends the operating range and is the correct choice when the design will see -40 C exposure.
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| Family | APEX II |
| Logic Elements | 40,000 (typical) |
| Logic Cells | 38400 |
| Embedded Memory Bits | 655360 |
| Maximum User I/O | 540 (per EP2A40B724 family) |
| Gehäuse | 724-ball FCBGA / FineLine BGA |
| Package Code | B724 |
| Temperature Grade | Industrial ('I' suffix) |
| Betriebs-Sperrschichttemperatur | -40 C to +100 C (industrial) |
| Speed Grade | -9 (per APEX II speed bin) |
| Peak Reflow Temperature | 220 C |
| Core Voltage | 1.5 V (typical APEX II) |
| I/O Standards Supported | LVTTL, LVCMOS, PCI, SSTL |
| Configuration Interface | JTAG, Passive Serial |
| PLL | On-chip (per APEX II architecture) |
EP2A40B724I-9 b724 Pinbelegungsleitfaden
Pinbelegung für EP2A40B724I-9 (b724-Gehäuse). Dieser digitale IC umfasst GPIO, Kommunikationsschnittstellen (UART, SPI, I2C) und Versorgungspins. Alternative Pin-Funktionen und Konfigurationsoptionen entnehmen Sie dem Herstellerdatenblatt. Unverzichtbar für Embedded-System-Design und PCB-Layout.
Keine detaillierten Pinbelegungsdaten verfügbar für EP2A40B724I-9.
Siehe die Datenblatt für die vollständige Pin-Konfiguration.
Typische Anwendungen
EP2A40B724I-9 ist geeignet für 6 Anwendungs: Telecommunications Line Cards, Network Switching Fabric and Routers, Industrial Automation and Control, Image and Video Processing Pipelines, ASIC Prototyping and Emulation, High-Speed Data Acquisition Front-Ends.
Telecommunications Line Cards
The EP2A40B724I-9 fits telecom line cards because it integrates approximately 40,000 logic elements, 655,360 embedded memory bits, and 540 user I/O pins on a single 724-ball BGA package. Telecom line cards require protocol bridging, packet header inspection, and per-port state-machine logic - all of which map efficiently to the APEX II LUT fabric and 16-bit-wide Embedded System Blocks. The industrial -40 C to +100 C operating range tolerates outdoor cabinet and unconditioned central-office environments. Compared to ASIC implementations, the EP2A40B724I-9 allows late-stage protocol updates via bitstream reload, valuable for multi-standard interfaces (T1/E1, Ethernet, SDH).
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Network Switching Fabric and Routers
The EP2A40B724I-9 is well-suited to switching-fabric and router datapath designs that demand high I/O count and substantial on-chip buffering. With 540 user I/Os the device can drive parallel UTOPIA/SPI-3/POS-PHY interfaces at full width, and the 655,360 bits of ESB memory absorb packet-header lookups and FIFO stage storage without external SRAM. The on-chip PLL simplifies clock-domain crossing between line-rate clocks and backplane serials. Industrial-grade operation makes the EP2A40B724I-9 acceptable for outdoor router enclosures and hardened networking equipment.
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Industrial Automation and Control
The EP2A40B724I-9 suits industrial automation controllers where reprogrammability, high I/O count, and -40 C to +100 C operation are mandatory. APEX II LUTs implement PLC scan logic, motion-control state machines, and fieldbus protocol interpreters (PROFIBUS, Modbus, EtherCAT). The 540 user I/Os interface directly to multi-axis servo drives, parallel encoder inputs, and digital I/O racks without external buffers. Compared to a microcontroller-only architecture, the EP2A40B724I-9's parallel datapath handles multi-axis trajectory generation deterministically, and bitstream reload supports field upgrades over the PLC's service interface.
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Image and Video Processing Pipelines
The EP2A40B724I-9 is appropriate for image-processing pipelines where pixel-rate datapath and on-chip memory bandwidth dominate. The 655,360 bits of ESB memory serve as line buffers and frame-window RAM, while the 38400 logic cells support Sobel, FFT, and motion-estimation kernels in parallel. The 540 user I/Os accommodate parallel RGB/YCbCr video buses, BT.656, and Camera Link interfaces without external bus switching. Industrial-grade operation extends deployment into outdoor machine-vision, traffic-monitoring, and military imaging systems.
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ASIC Prototyping and Emulation
The EP2A40B724I-9 is a typical FPGA target for ASIC prototyping where full RTL observability and incremental bring-up matter more than unit cost. Designers partition their ASIC RTL into LUT-friendly blocks, map them to APEX II logic, and use the 540 I/Os to expose internal probe points and ASIC boundary-scan chains. Compared to ASIC fabrication cycles, FPGA-based prototyping compresses verification from months to weeks. The industrial temperature range also supports at-speed validation in production-equivalent environmental chambers.
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High-Speed Data Acquisition Front-Ends
The EP2A40B724I-9 fits high-speed data-acquisition front-ends where ADC/DAC digital back-ends, DMA engines, and protocol framing all converge. The 540 user I/Os accept parallel LVDS ADC/DAC buses, the 655,360 bits of ESB memory implement deep sample-rate FIFOs, and the on-chip PLLs retime ADC clocks and serialize links. Industrial-grade operation supports test-and-measurement chassis and field-deployable instrumentation. The bitstream-reload feature also allows the same PCB to host multiple firmware personalities for different acquisition modes.
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Zusammenfassung der empfohlenen Produkte
Technische Referenzdaten für EP2A40B724I-9 – Vergleich, Designhinweise und Compliance-Informationen.
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Vergleich mit Alternativen
| Parameter | Dieses Produkt | EP2A40B724I-8 | EP2A40B724I-7 | EP2A40B724C9 | EP2A40B724CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 724-ball FCBGA (B724) | 724-ball FCBGA (B724) - same | 724-ball FCBGA (B724) - same | 724-ball FCBGA (B724) - same | 724-ball FCBGA (B724) - same |
| Brand | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera |
| Logic Elements | 40,000 | 40,000 (same die) | 40,000 (same die) | 40,000 (same die) | 40,000 (same die) |
| Speed Grade | -9 (slowest) | -8 (one grade faster, ~10% Fmax up) | -7 (two grades faster, ~20% Fmax up) | -9 (same speed grade) | CP bin |
| Temperature Grade | Industrial (-40C to +100C) | Industrial (same) | Industrial (same) | Commercial (0C to +85C) - NOT drop-in for cold-start | Commercial |
| Embedded Memory Bits | 655,360 | 655,360 (same die) | 655,360 (same die) | 655,360 (same die) | 655,360 (same die) |
| User I/O Pins | 540 | 540 | 540 | 540 | 540 |
| Lifecycle Status | NRND | NRND | NRND | NRND (Rochester stock) | NRND |
Wichtigste Unterscheidungsmerkmale
- Full 540-I/O APEX II die on industrial temperature grade (vs. EP2A40B724C9)
- Two speed-bin upgrade paths without PCB rework (vs. EP2A40B724I-8 and EP2A40B724I-7)
- 655,360 bits ESB memory and 38400 logic cells on the high-pin-count APEX II die (vs. EP2A25B724C9)
Designhinweise
Estimated: at full I/O utilization and high toggle rate, an APEX II EP2A40 device in the BGA-724 package can dissipate 2-4 W. With the manufacturer's typical theta_JA in the 14-20 C/W range (still air), junction temperature rise can exceed 60 C above ambient - leaving margin for the +100 C industrial ceiling is critical. Use a multi-layer PCB with continuous inner-plane thermal vias beneath the BGA and consider a thermal pad spreader. Always run a junction-temperature analysis using Altera PowerPlay early in the design.
The 724-ball FCBGA package requires 4-6 PCB layers with controlled-impedance routing for LVTTL/LVCMOS/PCI buses. Maintain matched trace lengths within each bus group (typically 50 mil tolerance for parallel buses at 100 MHz). Provide at least 4 thermal vias per BGA corner connected to inner ground planes. Decouple every power pin with a 0.1 uF ceramic plus a 10 uF bulk cap; place decoupling caps on the opposite side of the PCB directly under the BGA pads using via-in-pad to minimize loop inductance.
1) Do not assume newer Quartus Prime versions support APEX II - the last support is Quartus II 13.0sp1; modern Quartus Prime (15.0+) drops APEX II device support entirely. 2) The 'B724' suffix indicates 724-BGA, NOT 724 pins in a QFP - schematic symbol mistakes cause PCB rework. 3) Industrial (-40 C) parts require bias-graded warm-up to avoid condensation-induced leakage; commercial parts will fail at cold-start. 4) APEX II is NRND/EOL on Intel's roadmap - design with a Cyclone IV/V or Stratix migration path in mind.
Use SSTL Class I/II for DDR-interface speeds above 100 MHz, and LVDS via external bus transceivers for any point-to-point links exceeding 100 MHz. APEX II PLLs support output frequencies up to 300 MHz but practical Fmax for general fabric paths is lower; refer to APEX II timing-model .lib files for the -9 speed grade. Place clock buffers centrally and route clocks first to minimize skew; keep all clocks referenced to a single global clock network where possible.
Compliance-Informationen
RoHS/REACH/lead-free status not present in verified web data for EP2A40B724I-9 specifically; marked as unknown per Data Authenticity Rules. Industrial temperature grade (I suffix) is to -40 C/+100 C junction; AEC-Q100 (automotive) is not_applicable for this industrial-spec part. Rochester Electronics is listed as the authorized continuing-supply distributor for the EP2A40 family.
