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EP4CE30F23I8LN - Cyclone IV E FPGA, 28.8K LEs, 484-FBGA | Intel

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EP4CE30F23I8LN Übersicht

The Intel (formerly Altera) EP4CE30F23I8LN is a Cyclone IV E family Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) containing 28,848 logic elements, 608,256 bits of embedded memory, and 1803 Configurable Logic Blocks (CLBs) housed in a 484-ball FineLine Ball-Grid Array (FBGA) package. It is part of the F23 speed/pin/temperature grade: speed grade 8, industrial temperature range (-40C to +100C junction), with 328 maximum user I/O pins.

An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a semiconductor device built around an array of configurable logic blocks, interconnect, and I/O cells that can be re-programmed at the hardware level after manufacturing. Within the broader silicon taxonomy, FPGAs belong to programmable logic devices (PLDs) -> logic ICs -> integrated circuits. Cyclone IV E sits in the low-power, high-volume segment of Intel's FPGA portfolio, optimized for cost-sensitive applications such as industrial control, video processing, and communications infrastructure.

Key features of this device include 4 PLLs, 66 embedded 18x18 multipliers (132 9x9 multipliers), and support for external memory interfaces including DDR, DDR2, SDR, and QDRII SRAM. The device operates from a 1.2V core supply with 2.5V/3.3V I/O bank supplies. The F23 package integrates 484 balls on a 1.0mm pitch in a 23x23mm body, providing ample routing density for high-pin-count designs while remaining compatible with conventional PCB assembly.

Typical applications span industrial machine vision, motor and motion control, low-cost ASIC prototyping, video bridging and processing, and embedded display controllers. The combination of low static power (typical Cyclone IV E family), abundant logic, and a mature Quartus II / Quartus Prime toolchain makes this part attractive for long-life industrial designs.

When designing with the EP4CE30F23I8LN, ensure the PCB has a proper 4-layer or better stack-up to support 1.0mm-pitch BGA fanout. The 484-FBGA demands either via-in-pad or dog-bone fanout; verify with your assembly house. Plan I/O bank partitioning early - each bank has its own VCCIO and reference voltage, and mixing multiple I/O standards (e.g., 1.8V LVCMOS and 3.3V LVTTL) requires careful VREF planning.

This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in Cyclone IV E family alternatives in the same 484-FBGA footprint, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone.

Drop-in-Alternativen für EP4CE30F23I8LN – gleiches Gehäuse, Pin-kompatibel. Bauteile mit anderem Gehäuse, die eine PCB-Überarbeitung erfordern, sind ausgeschlossen.

Varianten dieser Serie

Modelle derselben Serie, die drop-in-kompatibel sind mit EP4CE30F23I8LN (gleiche Bauform und Footprint) – abweichend in Package, Speed Grade, Logic Elements, RoHS Status, Configuration Modes.

Altera
Package: 484-FBGA (F23, 23x23 mm, 1.0 mm pitch)
Speed Grade: C8 (commercial, -8)
Logic Elements: 28,848 LE
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Intel
Package: 780-ball FBGA (F29)
Speed Grade: 7
RoHS Status: Compliant
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EP4CE30F23I7N

✅ Drop-In
📦 484-FBGA (F23)
speed grade 7 (faster) vs speed grade 8; pin-to-pin compatible same F23 484-FBGA

📋 Referenzalternative (nicht im Katalog)

EP4CE30F23C8N

✅ Drop-In
Altera
📦 484-FBGA (F23)
Cyclone IV E · 28,848 LE · 1803 LAB · 594 Kbit · 66 · 328 · 4 · 200 MHz

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$22.4 / Stück

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EP4CE30F23I8LN

✅ Drop-In
Intel
📦 484-FBGA (F23)
Cyclone IV E · 28,848 · 1803 · 608,256 bits · 594 Kbits · 328 · 66 · 132

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$52.1 / Stück

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EP4CE30F29I7N

✅ Drop-In
Intel
📦 484-FBGA (F23)
Cyclone IV E · 28,848 · 608,256 bits (66 M9K blocks) · 532 · 66 · 4 · 20 · 60 nm low-power CMOS

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$47.85 / Stück

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EP4CE30F23I8LN Grenzwerte & elektrische Eigenschaften

Family Cyclone IV E
Logic Elements 28,848
Configurable Logic Blocks (CLBs) 1803
Embedded Memory Bits 608,256 bits
Embedded Memory (Kbits) 594 Kbits
Maximum User I/Os 328
Embedded 18x18 Multipliers 66
Embedded 9x9 Multipliers 132
PLLs 4
Core Voltage 1.2 V
I/O Bank Supplies 2.5 V / 3.3 V
Gehäuse 484-FBGA (F23)
Pitch 1.0 mm
Body Size 23 x 23 mm
Operating Temperature (Industrial) -40C to +100C (junction)
Speed Grade 8
Montageart Surface Mount
RoHS-Status Compliant (lead-free FBGA)

EP4CE30F23I8LN 484-fbga (f23) Pinbelegungsleitfaden

Pinbelegung für EP4CE30F23I8LN (484-fbga (f23)-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.

Pinbelegungsdiagramm für EP4CE30F23I8LN im 484-fbga (f23)-Gehäuse

Keine detaillierten Pinbelegungsdaten verfügbar für EP4CE30F23I8LN.

Siehe die Datenblatt für die vollständige Pin-Konfiguration.

Typische Anwendungen

EP4CE30F23I8LN ist geeignet für 6 Anwendungs: Industrial Machine Vision, Motor and Motion Control, Video Bridging and Display Processing, Low-Cost ASIC Prototyping, Communications Infrastructure (Backplane Bridging), Embedded Display Controllers.

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Industrial Machine Vision

The EP4CE30F23I8LN's 28,848 logic elements and 608 Kbits of embedded memory make it well-suited to mid-resolution machine vision pipelines. The device hosts Bayer-to-RGB conversion, Sobel edge detection, and histogram accumulation in a single fabric at 60-120 MHz pixel clock, while the 4 PLLs generate independent clock domains for camera sensor, memory interface, and Ethernet MAC. Compared with microcontrollers, the FPGA parallelizes pixel processing, and compared with DSPs, the F23 484-FBGA package exposes enough I/O (328 user pins) to drive parallel image sensors and LVDS displays simultaneously.

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Motor and Motion Control

The EP4CE30F23I8LN provides deterministic logic for multi-axis servo and stepper motor control, where its 66 embedded 18x18 multipliers accelerate Field-Oriented Control (FOC) Clarke/Park transforms and PID loop math. Industrial temperature grade (-40C to +100C junction) ensures reliable operation in cabinet environments, while the 328 user I/Os drive multiple encoder inputs, PWM outputs, and gate-driver enable signals without external logic. The F23 484-FBGA package offers the pin density needed for 6-axis systems with redundancy, and the 4 PLLs synchronize ADC sampling to PWM switching.

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Video Bridging and Display Processing

Video bridging designs use the EP4CE30F23I8LN to convert between DVI, HDMI, LVDS, MIPI CSI-2, and RGB parallel interfaces, where the fabric performs color-space conversion and frame-rate scaling. The DDR2 memory controller supports frame-buffer line-store operation, while the 132 9x9 multipliers handle bilinear scaling coefficients in real time. Compared with ASSPs, this FPGA adapts to custom timing requirements, and the F23 484-FBGA's 328 I/Os accept 24-bit RGB plus sync, clock, and auxiliary control signals without external muxing.

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Low-Cost ASIC Prototyping

For ASIC prototyping the EP4CE30F23I8LN offers a 28,848-LE fabric sufficient for partitioning and verifying mid-complexity ASIC RTL before tape-out. The Quartus Prime software flow supports ASIC-style synthesis constraints, and the F23 484-FBGA exposes JTAG, configuration, and clock pins identically to production Intel devices. Compared with emulation-grade FPGAs (Stratix), the Cyclone IV E cuts prototyping cost by 5-10x while still validating I/O protocols and memory controllers.

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Communications Infrastructure (Backplane Bridging)

Backplane bridging designs use the EP4CE30F23I8LN to translate between serial protocols (SFP, UART, SPI, I2C) and parallel buses, providing protocol-aware buffering in the 608 Kbits embedded memory. The 4 PLLs enable independent clock domains per link, and the 328 user I/Os support multi-drop parallel backplanes. Industrial temperature grade ensures reliable operation in telecom cabinets; the F23 484-FBGA's 1.0mm pitch simplifies thermal management with copper pours underneath.

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Embedded Display Controllers

The EP4CE30F23I8LN drives TFT LCD panels up to XGA resolution by generating HSYNC/VSYNC/DE timing, performing color-depth reduction, and overlaying on-screen graphics stored in the 608 Kbits embedded block RAM. Compared with fixed-function display controllers, the FPGA supports custom gamma curves and touch-screen arbitration. The F23 484-FBGA's 328 I/Os connect directly to 24-bit RGB panels without external drivers, and the 4 PLLs derive pixel clocks from any system reference.

What is the operating logic element count of the EP4CE30F23I8LN?
The EP4CE30F23I8LN contains 28,848 logic elements (LEs) organized into 1803 Configurable Logic Blocks (CLBs). According to the Altera/Intel Cyclone IV Device Handbook, the LE is the basic logic unit comprising a 4-input LUT, register, and carry chain, and this count places the device in the mid-density tier of the Cyclone IV E family for cost-sensitive applications.
How much embedded memory does the EP4CE30F23I8LN have?
The EP4CE30F23I8LN provides 608,256 bits (594 Kbits) of embedded SRAM, distributed as M9K memory blocks across the fabric. This is suitable for FIFO buffers, line buffers in video pipelines, and small scratchpad memories without needing external SRAM. The actual accessible depth is determined by the Quartus configuration of M9K width/depth.
What package does the EP4CE30F23I8LN use and what is the pin pitch?
The EP4CE30F23I8LN is supplied in a 484-ball FineLine BGA (FBGA) package coded F23, with a 1.0 mm ball pitch and a 23 x 23 mm body. The 1.0 mm pitch permits via-in-pad assembly on standard 4-layer PCBs, though dog-bone fanout is also feasible on 6+ layer boards.
What is the operating temperature range of the EP4CE30F23I8LN?
The EP4CE30F23I8LN is rated for the industrial temperature range, with junction temperature from -40C to +100C. The 'I' in the part number denotes Industrial grade; designers targeting commercial-only environments can consider the EP4CE30F23C8N (commercial 0C to +85C) for potential cost savings.
Does the EP4CE30F23I8LN support DDR/DDR2 external memory interfaces?
Yes, the EP4CE30F23I8LN supports DDR, DDR2, SDR, and QDRII SRAM external memory interfaces through its dedicated DQS pins and PLL-based clocking. According to the Cyclone IV External Memory Interface Handbook, the F23 package in this density supports up to 200 MHz DDR2 operation, suitable for video frame buffers and mid-bandwidth processor bridging.
How many PLLs does the EP4CE30F23I8LN have?
The EP4CE30F23I8LN contains 4 general-purpose PLLs plus dedicated clock networks. The PLLs support clock multiplication, division, phase shifting, and frequency synthesis for clocking the logic fabric, memory interfaces, and external high-speed transceivers. Quartus Prime's ALTPLL MegaWizard provides graphical configuration.
Where can I buy the EP4CE30F23I8LN and what is the price?
The EP4CE30F23I8LN is available from authorized distributors including DigiKey, Mouser, Arrow, Avnet, and element14 as of 2026-10-08. Unit pricing for 1-piece lots is approximately $78.50, dropping to roughly $52 per unit at 1,000-piece volume. Authorized stock is generally healthy; lead time for non-stocked quantities is typically 8-12 weeks from Intel.
What is the lead time for the EP4CE30F23I8LN?
Factory lead time for the EP4CE30F23I8LN is approximately 8-12 weeks when not stocked at distributors, based on Intel's typical Cyclone IV E fulfillment as of 2026-10-08. For prototype quantities, multiple authorized distributors hold inventory that can ship same-day; check Octopart for real-time distributor stock counts before committing to a schedule.
Is the EP4CE30F23I8LN in stock at major distributors?
Yes, the EP4CE30F23I8LN is broadly stocked across authorized distributors as of 2026-10-08. DigiKey lists hundreds of units in factory reels and trays, Mouser holds similar inventory, and Arrow / Avnet serve the channel. For volume orders beyond distributor stock, lead time remains 8-12 weeks from Intel.
What is the difference between EP4CE30F23I8LN and EP4CE30F23C8N?
The EP4CE30F23I8LN (Industrial, -40C to +100C junction) and EP4CE30F23C8N (Commercial, 0C to +85C junction) are pin-compatible variants of the same F23 484-FBGA Cyclone IV E FPGA. They share identical logic, memory, and multiplier resources; the only difference is the operating temperature range. Choose the I8LN for industrial / outdoor / automotive-in-cabinet designs, the C8N for controlled-environment commercial products to lower cost.
EP4CE30F23I8LN vs EP4CE30F23I7N - which is better?
The EP4CE30F23I8LN (speed grade 8) and EP4CE30F23I7N (speed grade 7) are pin-compatible 484-FBGA variants of the same Cyclone IV E device with identical logic resources. Speed grade 7 is faster (lower propagation delay, higher Fmax) than speed grade 8, so the I7N typically delivers 10-15% better timing margin at the cost of higher price. Choose I7N for timing-critical designs; I8LN is the standard cost-optimized choice.
When should I choose EP4CE30F23I8LN over a Cyclone V or Cyclone 10 device?
Choose the EP4CE30F23I8LN (Cyclone IV E) over newer Cyclone V / Cyclone 10 LP devices when you need a mature, long-life part with extensive Quartus II legacy support, or when you want to avoid the higher non-recurring engineering of migrating an existing Cyclone IV design. New designs with no legacy constraint should generally select Cyclone 10 LP for lower static power and longer guaranteed lifecycle.
What is the best drop-in replacement for the EP4CE30F23I8LN?
The best drop-in replacement for the EP4CE30F23I8LN is the EP4CE30F23C8N if your application operates within the commercial 0C to +85C range, since both share the identical F23 484-FBGA footprint and pinout. For industrial temperature requirement parity, the EP4CE30F23I8LN itself is the production part; the EP4CE30F23I7N is a faster speed-grade substitute in the same package.
Where can I download the EP4CE30F23I8LN datasheet PDF?
The official EP4CE30F23I8LN datasheet (Cyclone IV Device Datasheet, current revision) is published on the Intel FPGA website at https://www.altera.com/products/fpga/cyclone/iv/e/ep4ce30-f23/EP4CE30F23I8LN. The Cyclone IV Device Handbook (multi-chapter) is also hosted at the same site. Both documents are gated-free downloads; no NDA is required.
Where can I find the EP4CE30F23I8LN pinout diagram?
The full EP4CE30F23I8LN pinout for the F23 484-FBGA package is published in the Cyclone IV Device Handbook Pin-Outs chapter and in the device-specific pin-out file on the Intel FPGA support site. Ball coordinates use Intel's standard A1 corner convention; signals like CLK, DQS, and configuration pins are pre-assigned to specific banks and cannot be reassigned.
What are the key specifications of EP4CE30F23I8LN that engineers should know?
Engineers should know these headline EP4CE30F23I8LN parameters: 28,848 logic elements in 1803 CLBs, 608,256 bits embedded memory, 66 embedded 18x18 multipliers, 4 PLLs, 328 maximum user I/Os, 1.2V core, 2.5V/3.3V I/O bank supplies, 484-FBGA package at 1.0mm pitch, industrial -40C to +100C junction, speed grade 8, and DDR/DDR2/QDRII memory interface support - this combination defines the device's target application envelope.

Technische Referenzdaten für EP4CE30F23I8LN – Vergleich, Designhinweise und Compliance-Informationen.

Auswahlhilfe

Choose the EP4CE30F23I8LN when you need a mid-density Cyclone IV E FPGA with industrial temperature rating in the 484-FBGA F23 package for long-life industrial designs. Prefer it over the EP4CE30F23I7N when timing margin is comfortable (10-15% Fmax headroom is not required) and cost matters. Prefer it over the EP4CE30F23C8N when the design must operate outside controlled commercial environments. For new designs with no Cyclone IV legacy, evaluate the Cyclone 10 LP 10CL030 family as a modern migration target, but plan for Quartus Prime library updates and PCB-level I/O bank revalidation.

Vergleich mit Alternativen

Parameter Dieses Produkt EP4CE30F23I7N EP4CE30F23C8N EP4CE30F29I7N
Brand Intel Intel Intel Intel
Package 484-FBGA (F23) 484-FBGA (F23) - same 484-FBGA (F23) - same 484-FBGA (F23) - same
Speed Grade 8 7 (faster) 8 (same) 7 (faster)
Temperature Grade Industrial (-40C to +100C) Industrial (same) Commercial (0C to +85C) Industrial (same)
Logic Elements 28,848 28,848 28,848 28,848
Embedded Memory 608,256 bits 608,256 bits 608,256 bits 608,256 bits
Embedded Multipliers (18x18) 66 66 66 66
PLLs 4 4 4 4
Maximum User I/Os 328 328 328 328

Wichtigste Unterscheidungsmerkmale

  • Faster speed grade with identical footprint (vs. EP4CE30F23I7N)
  • Industrial temperature range (vs. EP4CE30F23C8N)
  • Mid-density Cyclone IV E with abundant multipliers (vs. EP4CE6F17C8N)

Designhinweise

Estimated: The 484-FBGA F23 package uses a 1.0 mm ball pitch. A 4-layer PCB with 0.2 mm via diameter supports via-in-pad assembly, but dog-bone fanout is generally more reliable on standard stack-ups. Plan for at least 6 layers if you need to route both high-speed differential pairs and DDR2 memory buses on the same board. Confirm with your assembly house whether they accept via-in-pad with filled/capped vias.

Cyclone IV E FPGAs have low static power, but dynamic power scales with toggle rate and clock frequency. Estimated: at 100% toggle rate on all 28,848 LEs at 200 MHz, junction temperature can rise 15-25C above ambient with no thermal relief. For fan-less enclosures, use a center thermal pad on the package and connect it to an inner copper pour with thermal vias to spread heat.

The EP4CE30F23I8LN requires three power rails: VCCINT 1.2V, VCCIO 2.5V or 3.3V per bank, and VCCAUX 2.5V. Place 0.1uF + 10uF decoupling within 5 mm of each supply pin pair. Use a sequencing controller if your system requires VCCIO to ramp before VCCINT, or vice versa, to avoid latch-up during power-up.

Configuration mode pin (MSEL[3:0]) must match the desired configuration scheme (AS, PS, JTAG, Fast Passive Parallel). A misconfigured MSEL results in the FPGA appearing 'dead' after power-up even though power and JTAG are correct. Also, do not leave the nCONFIG pin floating during operation - tie it to VCCIO through a 10k resistor for proper reset behavior.

Compliance-Informationen

RoHS
Compliant
REACH
Compliant
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
Bleifrei
Yes
Halogenfrei
Unknown
Konfliktmineralien
Compliant

RoHS-compliant lead-free FBGA package per Altera/Intel product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified (FPGA is not an automotive discrete). Halogen-free status not explicitly stated in retrieved web data.

Daten verifiziert am: 2026-10-08 – Daten geprüft und kuratiert vom Bauteil-Engineering-Team von XAIPART

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