EPC16Q100 - 16Mb In-System Programmable Config PROM | Intel/Altera
N.º de pieza: EPC16Q100 ✗ Fin de vida| Cant. | Precio unitario | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $18.5 | $18,50 |
| 10 | $16.2 | $162,00 |
| 100 | $13.85 | $1.385,00 |
| 500 | $11.4 | $5.700,00 |
| 1.000 | $9.75 | $9.750,00 |
EPC16Q100 Descripción general
An FPGA configuration PROM is a non-volatile memory device that holds the bitstream loaded into an SRAM-based FPGA at power-up. Because SRAM FPGAs lose their configuration when power is removed, the configuration PROM provides the boot image that the FPGA reads through its dedicated configuration interface. The EPC16 family sits in Altera's enhanced configuration device hierarchy, which combines a configuration controller with flash memory in one package, simplifying board layout versus discrete flash-plus-controller designs.
Key features of the EPC16Q100 include 16 Mb of flash storage, in-system programmability through IEEE 1149.1 (JTAG), support for multiple I/O voltages (3.3V and 5V tolerant), and a high-speed serial or parallel configuration interface. The internal flash is organized to support Altera's proprietary configuration protocol, enabling rapid FPGA load times. The device also includes hardware write protection and a dedicated configuration clock output for synchronous designs.
The EPC16Q100 is built on a flash-based process with on-chip voltage generation and a JTAG-compliant programming interface. Its internal controller manages bitstream compression, error detection, and the FPGA configuration handshake, offloading these tasks from the host processor. The 100-pin PQFP package provides ample I/O for the configuration bus and JTAG signals while remaining compatible with hand-soldering and standard PCB assembly.
Typical applications include booting Stratix and Cyclone series FPGAs in telecom infrastructure, industrial control boards, military and aerospace systems, and prototyping platforms. The EPC16Q100 is also used in production designs where remote field updates via JTAG are required, enabling in-system firmware revision upgrades without removing the board from service.
When designing with this part, ensure that the configuration mode pins (MSEL) on the FPGA are correctly tied to select the EPC16 as the configuration source. Place decoupling capacitors close to the VCC pins and follow Altera's recommended JTAG chain ordering when multiple devices share the same programming header.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives from the same Altera enhanced configuration family, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone.
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EPC16QC100
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$14.95 / unidad
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EPC16QC100I
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Ver hoja de datos →EPC16Q100 Valores máximos y características eléctricas
| Tipo de memoria | Flash Configuration PROM |
| Tamaño de memoria | 16 Mb |
| Tensión de alimentación | 3.3 V |
| Programmability | In-system programmable via JTAG (IEEE 1149.1) |
| Configuration Interface | Serial/parallel Altera FPGA configuration protocol |
| I/O Voltage Tolerance | 3.3 V and 5 V tolerant |
| Encapsulado | 100-pin PQFP (20 x 14 mm) |
| Tipo de montaje | Surface Mount |
| Temperatura de funcionamiento | -40C to +85C (industrial) |
| Write Protection | Hardware write protection pin |
| Configuration Clock | Dedicated DCLK output to FPGA |
| Compression Support | On-chip controller supports bitstream compression |
| JTAG Chain Support | Yes (multi-device chain capable) |
| Estado RoHS | Compliant (lead-free version) |
| Family | Altera Enhanced Configuration Device (EPC4/EPC8/EPC16) |
Guía de configuración de pines de EPC16Q100 100-pin pqfp (20 x 14 mm)
Configuración de pines para EPC16Q100 (encapsulado 100-pin pqfp (20 x 14 mm)). Este CI digital incluye GPIO, interfaces de comunicación (UART, SPI, I2C) y pines de alimentación. Consulte la hoja de datos del fabricante para conocer las funciones alternativas de los pines y las opciones de configuración. Esencial para el diseño de sistemas embebidos y el diseño de PCB.
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Aplicaciones típicas
EPC16Q100 es adecuado para 6 aplicacións: Stratix FPGA Configuration Storage, Telecom Infrastructure Boards, Industrial Control and Automation, Military and Aerospace Systems, FPGA Development and Prototyping Boards, Medical Imaging Equipment.
Stratix FPGA Configuration Storage
The EPC16Q100 stores the 16 Mb configuration bitstream for Altera Stratix series FPGAs at system power-up. Its 3.3V core supply matches the Stratix VCCINT rail and the 5V-tolerant configuration pins connect directly to the FPGA's MSEL[2:0]-selected enhanced configuration mode. The on-chip controller handles bitstream decompression automatically, reducing boot time by approximately 30-50% compared with uncompressed serial flash. Placed within 50 mm of the FPGA configuration pins to meet DCLK timing requirements per the manufacturer reference design.
Recomendado
Telecom Infrastructure Boards
In telecom line cards and base-station baseband units, the EPC16Q100 provides non-volatile storage for Altera FPGA bitstreams controlling DSP pipelines, SERDES links, and packet processors. Its in-system JTAG programmability enables remote firmware upgrades via the system's management processor without field service calls. Industrial temperature grade operation (-40C to +85C) supports outdoor cabinet deployment. The 100-pin PQFP package withstands standard reflow profiles and the part's high-reliability legacy makes it suitable for long-lifecycle telecom platforms still in service.
Recomendado
Industrial Control and Automation
Factory automation PLCs and motion controllers use the EPC16Q100 to boot Altera Cyclone and APEX FPGAs that drive high-speed I/O, encoder interfaces, and EtherCAT/IP stacks. The hardware write-protect pin prevents accidental bitstream corruption in electrically noisy industrial environments where motor drives and switching power supplies can couple transients into programming lines. The 16 Mb density accommodates feature-rich bitstreams including on-chip firmware updates for evolving control algorithms. JTAG chain support allows in-system programming alongside the FPGA in a single chain.
Recomendado
Military and Aerospace Systems
Legacy defense and avionics systems rely on the EPC16Q100 to configure radiation-tolerant and ruggedized Altera FPGAs. The 100-pin PQFP package is well suited to thick-board avionics assemblies and the part's established reliability record in MIL-spec environments makes it acceptable for retrofit programs. The EPC16Q100N variant, when available, provides additional extended qualification documentation. Designers should perform lot traceability and counterfeit mitigation for high-reliability aerospace procurements via authorized obsolete-component brokers.
Recomendado
FPGA Development and Prototyping Boards
Altera and third-party FPGA development kits historically included the EPC16Q100 to demonstrate configuration flows and to support user bitstream loading during prototyping. The part's JTAG programming interface is fully compatible with Quartus Programmer and industry-standard JTAG tools. Students and engineers can experiment with multi-device JTAG chains by connecting the EPC16Q100 in series with the target FPGA. Although superseded by newer configuration schemes in current development kits, the EPC16Q100 remains in use on legacy educational and reference platforms.
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Medical Imaging Equipment
Diagnostic imaging systems such as ultrasound carts and CT scanners embed Altera FPGAs to handle high-speed analog front-end processing and image reconstruction pipelines. The EPC16Q100 stores the boot bitstream for these FPGAs and supports in-system JTAG updates for algorithm refinement during product lifecycle. The part's established reliability and 3.3V operation match medical device power budgets, and its 16 Mb density accommodates complex processing bitstreams with bitstream compression. Designers should verify regulatory compliance and counterfeit-mitigation documentation for medical device production.
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Comparación con alternativas
| Parámetro | Este producto | EPC16QC100 | EPC16QC100N | EPC16Q100N | EPC16QC100I | EPC16C100T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | PQFP-100 (20x14) | PQFP-100 (20x14) - same | PQFP-100 (20x14) - same | PQFP-100 (20x14) - same | PQFP-100 (20x14) - same | PQFP-100 (20x14) - same |
| Brand | Intel (Altera) | Intel (Altera) | Intel (Altera) | Intel (Altera) | Intel (Altera) | Intel (Altera) |
| Memory Size | 16 Mb | 16 Mb | 16 Mb | 16 Mb | 16 Mb | 16 Mb |
| Supply Voltage | 3.3 V | 3.3 V | 3.3 V | 3.3 V | 3.3 V | 3.3 V |
| Temperature Grade | Industrial (estimated) | Commercial | Industrial | Industrial | Industrial | Commercial |
| Configuration Interface | Altera enhanced config | Altera enhanced config | Altera enhanced config | Altera enhanced config | Altera enhanced config | Altera enhanced config |
| JTAG Programming | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Lifecycle Status | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete |
Diferenciadores clave
- High-density 16 Mb storage in a single 100-pin PQFP (frente a Smaller EPC8/EPC4 family members)
- In-system JTAG programming with hardware write protection (frente a One-time-programmable configuration PROMs)
- On-chip controller with bitstream decompression (frente a Raw serial flash solutions)
Notas de diseño
Place the EPC16Q100 within 50 mm of the target FPGA's configuration pins (DCLK, DATA0, nCS, nSTATUS, CONF_DONE) to meet the Altera timing budget. Per the manufacturer reference design, route DCLK as a short, impedance-controlled trace and keep it away from switching power signals. Place a 0.1 uF decoupling capacitor within 3 mm of each VCC pin and add a bulk 10 uF tantalum or ceramic capacitor near the package supply lead.
Do not connect the EPC16Q100 to non-Altera FPGAs without verifying protocol compatibility - it implements Altera's enhanced configuration protocol and will not load Xilinx, Lattice, or Microsemi devices. Tie the MSEL pins on the target FPGA correctly to select the EPC16 enhanced configuration mode rather than the default MSEL value. Always verify the bitstream CRC and CONF_DONE handshake with Quartus before committing to production boards.
When chaining multiple devices on a single JTAG programming bus, order the EPC16Q100 adjacent to its target FPGA and provide 4.7 kohm pull-ups on TCK, TMS, and TDI per IEEE 1149.1 recommendations. Use a JTAG header pinout compatible with Altera's USB-Blaster or compatible third-party programmers. Keep the JTAG traces short and isolated from analog signal paths to prevent programming failures during in-system updates.
Información de cumplimiento
RoHS and lead-free compliance per Altera/Intel legacy documentation. Halogen-free status not explicitly stated in available datasheets. AEC-Q100 not applicable - this is a memory/config device, not an automotive-qualified analog IC. Conflict-minerals compliance inherited from Altera/Intel corporate policy.