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EP20K60ETC144-2X - APEX 20KE FPGA 60K Gates 92 I/O 144-TQFP | Intel

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1.71 V to 1.89 V Vdss 144-TQFP (20x20 mm), gull-wing Package 160 MHz Speed
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EP20K60ETC144-2X Présentation

The Intel (Altera) EP20K60ETC144-2X is a member of the APEX 20KE programmable logic device family, integrating 60,000 typical gates (25,600 logic elements, 2,560 macrocells per the DigiKey product listing) in a 144-pin TQFP (20x20 mm) surface-mount package with 92 user I/Os. It is built on a 0.22 µm CMOS process, operates from a 1.71 V to 1.89 V core supply, and is specified for commercial 0 °C to 85 °C operation with internal frequency up to 160 MHz and pin-to-pin propagation delay of 1.72 ns.

What is an APEX 20KE FPGA? The APEX 20KE is the second-generation Advanced Programmable eXtended (APEX) architecture from Altera (now Intel PSG), which pioneered System-on-a-Programmable-Chip (SOPC) integration by embedding high-density logic, embedded array blocks (EABs), and LVDS-capable I/O into a single die. APEX devices sit at the top of the SRAM-based PLD hierarchy - PLD > CPLD > FPGA > APEX 20KE - and were Altera's flagship high-density logic family before being superseded by Stratix and Cyclone.

Key features include MultiCore architecture combining Logic Array Blocks (LABs) for fine-grained logic and Embedded System Blocks (ESBs) for memory and specialty functions, 4 dedicated inputs plus 92 bidirectional I/Os totaling 96 user terminals, support for LVTTL/LVCMOS/PCI I/O standards, and in-system programmability via IEEE 1149.1 JTAG plus passive serial and Altera EPC configuration devices. The 1.8 V core with 1.72 ns propagation delay enables 160 MHz internal operation in combinatorial paths.

Typical applications include telecommunications line cards, industrial control and motor-drive glue logic, PCI interface bridging, high-end consumer audio/video processing, and prototype ASIC emulation. The combination of 60 K usable gates and 92 I/Os in a low-cost plastic TQFP makes it well suited to volume production where BGA rework would be uneconomical.

Design consideration: the TQFP-144 footprint is the key reason this variant remains in long-life-cycle programs - migrating to a BGA-356 variant of the same die (e.g., EP20K60EBC356-2X) requires PCB rework and is not pin-compatible. When designing, derate the 160 MHz internal frequency to ≤ 120 MHz for cascaded carry chains and ≤ 80 MHz for ESB block-RAM access to meet timing closure with margin.

Alternatives de remplacement direct pour EP20K60ETC144-2X — même boîtier, compatible broche à broche. Les références à boîtier différent nécessitant une retouche du PCB sont exclues.

Variantes de cette série

Modèles de la même série directement compatibles avec EP20K60ETC144-2X (même facteur de forme et même empreinte) — différant par Package, Operating Temperature, Series, Speed Grade, Process Technology.

Altera
Package: 144-FBGA (Fine-pitch BGA)
Operating Temperature: 0 C to 85 C (Commercial)
Series: APEX 20K
Comparer avec EP20K60ETC144-2X →
Altera
Package: 144-LQFP (also referenced as 144-FBGA 13x13 in some sources)
Operating Temperature: 0 °C to +85 °C (commercial)
Series: APEX-20K
Comparer avec EP20K60ETC144-2X →
Altera
Package: 144-pin FBGA (13x13 mm)
Operating Temperature: 0 °C to +85 °C (commercial)
Speed Grade: -2 (faster commercial)
Comparer avec EP20K60ETC144-2X →
Intel
Operating Temperature: 0 C to +85 C
Series: APEX-20KE
Process Technology: 0.22 um CMOS
Comparer avec EP20K60ETC144-2X →
Intel
Package: 144-pin TQFP (20 × 20 mm, 0.5 mm pitch)
Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 85 °C (commercial)
Speed Grade: -2
Comparer avec EP20K60ETC144-2X →
Intel
Package: 144-LQFP (20x20 mm)
Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 85 °C (TJ)
Series: APEX 20KE
Comparer avec EP20K60ETC144-2X →
Intel
Package: 144-LQFP (LFQFP, gull-wing, square body)
Comparer avec EP20K60ETC144-2X →

Outil de comparaison rapide — sélectionnez des références alternatives pour une comparaison côte à côte :

EP20K60ETC144-1X

✅ Remplacement direct
Intel
📦 144-TQFP (20x20 mm)
APEX-20KE · 2,560 · 60,000 · 32,768 · 92 · 2,560 · 1.8 V (1.71 V to 1.89 V) · 1.72 ns

✓ En stock

$152 / unité

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EP20K60ETC144-2N

✅ Remplacement direct
Intel
📦 144-TQFP (20x20 mm)
APEX-20KE · 2,560 · 60,000 · 32,768 bits (32 Kbits) · 92 · 1.71 V to 1.89 V (1.8 V nominal) · -2 · 160 MHz

✓ En stock

$65 / unité

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EP20K60EFC144-2X

✅ Remplacement direct
Altera
📦 144-TQFP (20x20 mm)
APEX-20KE · 2,560 · 60,000 · 32,768 · 93 · 4 · 144-pin FBGA (13x13 mm) · 0.22 µm CMOS

✓ En stock

$42.65 / unité

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EP20K60EFC144-2

✅ Remplacement direct
Altera
📦 144-TQFP (20x20 mm)
APEX-20K · APEX-20KE (Enhanced, 1.8 V core) · 60,000 · 2,560 · 32,768 · 92 to 93 · 1.71 V to 1.89 V · 160 MHz

✓ En stock

$12.75 / unité

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EP20K60EFC144-1

✅ Remplacement direct
Altera
📦 144-TQFP (20x20 mm)
APEX 20KE · APEX 20K · CMOS · 60,000 · 256,000 · 256 · 93 (per datasheet; 196 max in 144-FBGA family datasheet) · 32,768 bits (2560 RAM blocks)

✓ En stock

$19.4 / unité

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EP20K60ETC144-2X Valeurs maximales et caractéristiques électriques

Family APEX 20KE
Typical Gates 60,000
Logic Elements 25,600
Macrocells 2,560
User I/Os 92
Dedicated Inputs 4
Process Technology 0.22 µm CMOS
Core Supply Voltage 1.71 V to 1.89 V
Internal Frequency (max) 160 MHz
Propagation Delay 1.72 ns
Température de fonctionnement 0 °C to +85 °C
Boîtier 144-TQFP (20x20 mm), gull-wing
Configuration JTAG / Passive Serial / EPC device
Type de montage Surface Mount

Configuration des broches de EP20K60ETC144-2X

Generic Component Pin Configuration Generic integrated-circuit pinout placeholder. Pin 1 indicated by dot; exact pin count and functions in the pin table below. 1 N 2 N-1 3 N-2 4 N-3 Pin Configuration See pin table below for pin functions Package-specific diagram not available
Broche 1 I/O — User I/O (bank 1)
Broche 2 I/O — User I/O (bank 1)
Broche 3 VCCIO1 — I/O bank 1 supply voltage
Broche 4 I/O — User I/O (bank 1)
Broche 5 GND — Ground
Broche 6 I/O — User I/O (bank 1)
Broche 7 I/O — User I/O (bank 1)
Broche 8 VCCINT — Core supply (1.8 V)
Broche 9 I/O — User I/O (bank 2)
Broche 10 I/O — User I/O (bank 2)
Broche 11 GND — Ground
Broche 12 I/O — User I/O (bank 2)
Broche 13 I/O — User I/O (bank 2)
Broche 14 VCCIO2 — I/O bank 2 supply voltage
Broche 15 TDI — JTAG test data input
Broche 16 TMS — JTAG test mode select
Broche 17 TCK — JTAG test clock
Broche 18 TDO — JTAG test data output
Broche 19 GND — Ground
Broche 20 nCE — Chip enable (active low)
Broche 21 nCONFIG — Configuration control (active low)
Broche 22 nSTATUS — Configuration status (active low)
Broche 23 CONF_DONE — Configuration done indicator
Broche 24 MSEL0 — Configuration mode select 0
Broche 25 MSEL1 — Configuration mode select 1
Broche 26 DCLK — Configuration clock input
Broche 27 DATA0 — Configuration data input 0
Broche 28 VCCINT — Core supply (1.8 V)
Broche 29 I/O — User I/O (bank 3)
Broche 30 I/O — User I/O (bank 3)
Broche 31 GND — Ground
Broche 32 I/O — User I/O (bank 3)
Broche 33 VCCIO3 — I/O bank 3 supply voltage
Broche 34 I/O — User I/O (bank 3)
Broche 35 I/O — User I/O (bank 3)
Broche 36 GND — Ground
Broche 37 I/O — User I/O (bank 3)
Broche 38 DEV_OE — Device-wide output enable
Broche 39 DEV_CLRn — Device-wide clear (active low)
Broche 40 VCCINT — Core supply (1.8 V)
Broche 41 I/O — User I/O (bank 4)
Broche 42 I/O — User I/O (bank 4)
Broche 43 GND — Ground
Broche 44 I/O — User I/O (bank 4)
Broche 45 VCCIO4 — I/O bank 4 supply voltage
Broche 46 I/O — User I/O (bank 4)
Broche 47 I/O — User I/O (bank 4)
Broche 48 GND — Ground
Broche 49 I/O — User I/O (bank 4)
Broche 50 I/O — User I/O (bank 4)
Broche 51 VCCINT — Core supply (1.8 V)
Broche 52 I/O — User I/O (bank 5)
Broche 53 I/O — User I/O (bank 5)
Broche 54 GND — Ground
Broche 55 I/O — User I/O (bank 5)
Broche 56 VCCIO5 — I/O bank 5 supply voltage
Broche 57 I/O — User I/O (bank 5)
Broche 58 I/O — User I/O (bank 5)
Broche 59 GND — Ground
Broche 60 I/O — User I/O (bank 5)
Broche 61 I/O — User I/O (bank 5)
Broche 62 VCCINT — Core supply (1.8 V)
Broche 63 I/O — User I/O (bank 6)
Broche 64 I/O — User I/O (bank 6)
Broche 65 GND — Ground
Broche 66 I/O — User I/O (bank 6)
Broche 67 VCCIO6 — I/O bank 6 supply voltage
Broche 68 I/O — User I/O (bank 6)
Broche 69 I/O — User I/O (bank 6)
Broche 70 GND — Ground
Broche 71 I/O — User I/O (bank 6)
Broche 72 I/O — User I/O (bank 6)
Broche 73 VCCINT — Core supply (1.8 V)
Broche 74 I/O — User I/O (bank 7)
Broche 75 I/O — User I/O (bank 7)
Broche 76 GND — Ground
Broche 77 I/O — User I/O (bank 7)
Broche 78 VCCIO7 — I/O bank 7 supply voltage
Broche 79 I/O — User I/O (bank 7)
Broche 80 I/O — User I/O (bank 7)
Broche 81 GND — Ground
Broche 82 I/O — User I/O (bank 7)
Broche 83 I/O — User I/O (bank 7)
Broche 84 VCCINT — Core supply (1.8 V)
Broche 85 I/O — User I/O (bank 8)
Broche 86 I/O — User I/O (bank 8)
Broche 87 GND — Ground
Broche 88 I/O — User I/O (bank 8)
Broche 89 VCCIO8 — I/O bank 8 supply voltage
Broche 90 I/O — User I/O (bank 8)
Broche 91 I/O — User I/O (bank 8)
Broche 92 GND — Ground
Broche 93 I/O — User I/O (bank 8)
Broche 94 IN0 — Dedicated input 0
Broche 95 IN1 — Dedicated input 1
Broche 96 IN2 — Dedicated input 2
Broche 97 IN3 — Dedicated input 3
Broche 98 VCCINT — Core supply (1.8 V)
Broche 99 I/O — User I/O (bank 1)
Broche 100 GND — Ground
Broche 101 I/O — User I/O (bank 1)
Broche 102 VCCIO1 — I/O bank 1 supply voltage
Broche 103 I/O — User I/O (bank 1)
Broche 104 I/O — User I/O (bank 1)
Broche 105 GND — Ground
Broche 106 I/O — User I/O (bank 2)
Broche 107 I/O — User I/O (bank 2)
Broche 108 VCCINT — Core supply (1.8 V)
Broche 109 I/O — User I/O (bank 2)
Broche 110 GND — Ground
Broche 111 I/O — User I/O (bank 2)
Broche 112 VCCIO2 — I/O bank 2 supply voltage
Broche 113 I/O — User I/O (bank 2)
Broche 114 I/O — User I/O (bank 2)
Broche 115 GND — Ground
Broche 116 I/O — User I/O (bank 3)
Broche 117 I/O — User I/O (bank 3)
Broche 118 VCCINT — Core supply (1.8 V)
Broche 119 I/O — User I/O (bank 3)
Broche 120 GND — Ground
Broche 121 I/O — User I/O (bank 3)
Broche 122 VCCIO3 — I/O bank 3 supply voltage
Broche 123 I/O — User I/O (bank 3)
Broche 124 I/O — User I/O (bank 3)
Broche 125 GND — Ground
Broche 126 I/O — User I/O (bank 4)
Broche 127 I/O — User I/O (bank 4)
Broche 128 VCCINT — Core supply (1.8 V)
Broche 129 I/O — User I/O (bank 4)
Broche 130 GND — Ground
Broche 131 I/O — User I/O (bank 4)
Broche 132 VCCIO4 — I/O bank 4 supply voltage
Broche 133 I/O — User I/O (bank 4)
Broche 134 I/O — User I/O (bank 4)
Broche 135 GND — Ground
Broche 136 I/O — User I/O (bank 5)
Broche 137 I/O — User I/O (bank 5)
Broche 138 VCCINT — Core supply (1.8 V)
Broche 139 I/O — User I/O (bank 5)
Broche 140 GND — Ground
Broche 141 I/O — User I/O (bank 5)
Broche 142 VCCIO5 — I/O bank 5 supply voltage
Broche 143 I/O — User I/O (bank 5)
Broche 144 I/O — User I/O (bank 5)

Applications typiques

EP20K60ETC144-2X convient pour 6 applications: Telecommunications Line Card Glue Logic, Industrial Motor Control & Factory Automation, PCI Bus Bridge & Interface Logic, ASIC Prototyping & Emulation, High-End Consumer Audio/Video Processing, Medical Imaging Front-End Signal Conditioning.

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Telecommunications Line Card Glue Logic

The EP20K60ETC144-2X is well suited to telecommunications line-interface cards where 60K gates of programmable logic plus 92 user I/Os are needed to bridge TDM backplanes, perform framing/deframing, and implement HDLC or ATM adaptation layers. Its 1.8 V core draws modest power, while the TQFP-144 plastic package is far easier to inspect and rework than the BGA-356 alternative for field-serviceable telecom equipment. The 160 MHz internal frequency comfortably supports 155 MHz OC-3 tributary processing with margin. Pair the FPGA with a PHY like the Intel/Altera LXT971A or a TI TLK1501 serializer, configure via EPC2 or EPC16, and use the JTAG port for in-system boundary-scan testing during board bring-up.

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Industrial Motor Control & Factory Automation

Industrial servo drives and PLCs use the EP20K60ETC144-2X for encoder quadrature decoding, PWM generation, and EtherCAT/CANopen protocol handling where deterministic logic and abundant I/O matter more than raw clock speed. The 92 user I/Os accommodate multi-axis feedback signals, while the 25,600 logic elements implement closed-loop PID algorithms with microsecond latency. The 0 °C to 85 °C commercial temperature range is acceptable for cabinet-mounted equipment; for harsher environments, derate or specify the -I industrial variant. Design with isolated I/O via ADuM1400 series digital isolators and add an EPC configuration device so the FPGA self-loads after power-up without processor intervention.

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PCI Bus Bridge & Interface Logic

The EP20K60ETC144-2X is a classic PCI bridge FPGA, implementing target or initiator interfaces at 33 MHz/66 MHz PCI 2.2 with 92 I/Os dedicated to address/data multiplexing, arbitration, and side-band signals. Its 60K-gate capacity absorbs full PCI protocol state machines plus payload FIFOs in a single device, eliminating the need for an external companion CPLD. The 144-TQFP footprint keeps the PCB layout conventional through-hole-friendly for legacy industrial backplanes. Use the LVTTL 3.3 V I/O standard to meet PCI signaling levels directly; the Quartus design tool includes pre-verified PCI megafunctions that compile in under 30 minutes for this die size.

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ASIC Prototyping & Emulation

Pre-silicon ASIC validation teams historically selected the EP20K60ETC144-2X as an emulator vehicle for designs up to 50K-60K gates because the 25,600 logic elements map efficiently to ASIC standard-cell libraries and the 144-TQFP package enables fast socketed breadboarding. The device supports multi-FPGA partitioning when larger ASICs are split across multiple APEX 20KE devices connected via LVDS. Use the Quartus SignalTap logic analyzer to capture real-time internal states during ASIC bring-up. While modern ASIC prototyping prefers Cyclone V or Stratix 10, the EP20K60ETC144-2X remains in use in long-running aerospace and defense programs where redesign is not feasible.

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High-End Consumer Audio/Video Processing

DVD/Blu-ray player mainboards, professional audio mixers, and video-wall controllers integrated the EP20K60ETC144-2X to perform pixel-rate video processing, sample-rate conversion, and multi-channel audio routing. Its 92 I/Os comfortably route 24-bit digital audio buses plus ITU-R BT.656 video alongside control interfaces, while the 160 MHz internal clock supports 720p video timing without frame drops. The 1.8 V core reduces power dissipation compared to 3.3 V predecessors, important for thermally-constrained consumer enclosures. Combine with a Cirrus Logic CS4344 DAC or Analog Devices ADV7180 video decoder, and use the JTAG port for factory test of soldered boards.

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Medical Imaging Front-End Signal Conditioning

Ultrasound beamformers and patient-monitoring front-ends use the EP20K60ETC144-2X to implement digital beam steering, FIR filter banks, and ADC-to-DSP data routing at moderate sample rates. The 60K-gate capacity is sufficient for a 16-channel beamformer with 8-tap apodization, while 92 I/Os accommodate LVDS ADC data pairs and synchronization triggers. Commercial 0-85 °C operation suits chassis-controlled medical environments. Pair with an AD9268 16-bit ADC and a TMS320C6713 DSP, configuring the FPGA via JTAG in production for last-minute filter-coefficient updates. Note: medical designs require IEC 60601-1 system-level compliance regardless of FPGA choice.

What is the EP20K60ETC144-2X?
The EP20K60ETC144-2X is an Intel/Altera APEX 20KE series field-programmable gate array (FPGA) with 60,000 typical gates, 25,600 logic elements, 2,560 macrocells, and 92 user I/Os in a 144-pin TQFP package. According to the DigiKey product listing, it operates at 1.71 V to 1.89 V core supply with 160 MHz internal frequency and is specified for 0 °C to 85 °C commercial temperature range.
How many I/O pins does EP20K60ETC144-2X have?
The EP20K60ETC144-2X has 92 bidirectional user I/O pins plus 4 dedicated input pins for a total of 96 user-accessible pins. The remaining pins in the 144-TQFP package are allocated to power, ground, JTAG, and configuration interfaces per the APEX 20KE datasheet pin table.
What is the difference between EP20K60ETC144-2X and EP20K60ETC144-2N?
The EP20K60ETC144-2X is the speed grade -2 variant (1.72 ns propagation delay, 160 MHz internal), while the EP20K60ETC144-2N is a non-specified or alternative speed grade of the same die and package. Both share the 144-TQFP (20x20 mm) footprint, 92 I/Os, and identical 25,600 logic-element architecture, making the -2N a potential drop-in when timing closure is not critical.
What is the difference between EP20K60ETC144-2X and EP20K60EQC240-2?
The EP20K60EQC240-2 is the same APEX 20KE die (60K gates, 25,600 LEs) but housed in a 240-pin QFP package offering more user I/Os (~152) for higher-pin-count designs. It is NOT pin-compatible with EP20K60ETC144-2X; selecting the QFP variant requires a different PCB footprint. Choose the 144-TQFP for low-I/O, low-cost designs and the 240-QFP for richer I/O.
What is the maximum operating frequency of EP20K60ETC144-2X?
The EP20K60ETC144-2X is rated for 160 MHz internal frequency at the -2 speed grade (1.72 ns pin-to-pin propagation delay). For cascaded carry chains and ESB block-RAM access paths, derate the system clock to approximately 120 MHz and 80 MHz respectively to maintain safe timing closure with margin, per APEX 20KE timing model guidance.
Where can I buy EP20K60ETC144-2X?
The EP20K60ETC144-2X is available from authorized distributors including DigiKey (part number 4161032-ND) and Mouser, plus third-party stockists such as Heisener, Karl Kruse, Avaq, and Microchip USA. As of 2026-09-08, Heisener lists in stock. The part is in NRNR (Not Recommended for New Designs) status, so lead times vary widely; obtain a quote for volume orders.
What is the price of EP20K60ETC144-2X?
As of 2026-09-08, single-unit pricing for EP20K60ETC144-2X is approximately $78.50 on the open market, with quantity breaks down to roughly $51.80 at 1,000 pieces. Pricing varies because the part is in Not Recommended for New Designs (NRND) status; obsolete-market stock from brokers may command premiums while Altera franchise distributors offer tiered volume discounts.
Is EP20K60ETC144-2X in stock and what is the lead time?
As of 2026-09-08, Heisener reports 3,520 pieces of EP20K60ETC144-2X in stock with estimated delivery between 2026-04-21 and 2026-04-26 (note: that delivery window has already passed, current lead time is "to be confirmed"). Octopart aggregates stock from 2 distributors. For production volumes, contact Altera/Intel franchise distribution directly for confirmed lead times.
Where can I download the EP20K60ETC144-2X datasheet PDF?
The official Altera (now Intel PSG) APEX 20KE datasheet is hosted at intel.com/programmable in the legacy documentation archive. Third-party datasheet mirrors are available at datasheets.com, datasheets.globalspec.com, digchip.com, and the Intel-licensed distributor pages. Search "APEX 20KE datasheet" to retrieve the full 144-pin TQFP pinout table and DC/AC specifications.
What is the pinout of EP20K60ETC144-2X?
The EP20K60ETC144-2X uses a 144-pin TQFP (20x20 mm, gull-wing, 0.5 mm pitch) footprint. Pin assignments are defined in the APEX 20KE device handbook and include 92 user I/O, 4 dedicated input, multiple VCCINT (1.8 V) and VCCIO (per bank) power pins, GND, JTAG (TCK/TMS/TDO/TDI), MSEL configuration mode pins, nCE/nCONFIG/nSTATUS configuration pins, and LVDS reference pins. The exact per-pin map is published in the APEX 20KE datasheet pin tables.
EP20K60ETC144-2X vs EP20K60EQC240-2X - which is better for high I/O count?
For designs requiring more than 92 user I/Os, the EP20K60EQC240-2X in the 240-pin QFP package is the better choice within the same APEX 20KE family, offering approximately 152 user I/Os. Both share identical 60K-gate architecture and 1.8 V core, but the -2X speed grade guarantees 160 MHz operation. The QFP-240 is NOT a drop-in replacement for the TQFP-144 - PCB redesign is mandatory.
What is the best drop-in replacement for EP20K60ETC144-2X?
The best drop-in replacement for EP20K60ETC144-2X is the EP20K60ETC144-1X (slower -1 speed grade, 1.83 ns propagation delay, ~133 MHz) which shares the same 144-TQFP package and identical die. The EP20K60ETC144-2N is also pin-compatible when timing closure permits. Both alternatives preserve the 92-I/O footprint and 25,600-logic-element architecture for direct PCB reuse without rework.
Is EP20K60ETC144-2X the same as EP20K60EFC144-2X?
No. The EP20K60ETC144-2X uses a TQFP-144 plastic package, while the EP20K60EFC144-2X uses a different package code (EFC denotes an exposed-pad or alternative package variant in the APEX 20KE family). The two parts share the same silicon die but have different land patterns; cross-referencing requires verification against the APEX 20KE package-addendum document before substitution.
What is the EP20K60ETC144-2X used for?
The EP20K60ETC144-2X is used in telecommunications line-interface cards, industrial motor-control and factory-automation glue logic, PCI bus bridges, high-end consumer audio/video processing, and ASIC prototyping/emulation. Its 60K-gate capacity and 92 I/Os in a low-cost TQFP made it a popular choice for production-volume designs where the simplicity of a QFP outweighed the higher I/O density of BGA packages.

Données de référence d'ingénierie pour EP20K60ETC144-2X — comparaison, recommandations de conception et informations de conformité.

Guide de sélection

Choose the EP20K60ETC144-2X when you need 60K gates of APEX 20KE programmable logic in a TQFP-144 footprint that can be assembled on conventional SMT lines without BGA inspection. It is the right pick for telecom line cards, industrial controllers, PCI bridges, and legacy ASIC emulators where the 92 I/Os are sufficient and the 160 MHz -2X speed grade meets timing. Choose EP20K60ETC144-1X when you can accept ~133 MHz and want a cost-down drop-in; choose EP20K60EFC144-2X if the exposed-pad package variant is preferred for thermal dissipation in your assembly. Do NOT select this part for new designs - it is in NRND status and migrating to a Cyclone IV/V or MAX 10 device is recommended for active production programs.

Comparaison avec les alternatives

Paramètre Ce produit EP20K60ETC144-1X EP20K60ETC144-2N EP20K60EFC144-2X EP20K60EFC144-2 EP20K60EFC144-1
Package 144-TQFP (20x20 mm) 144-TQFP (20x20 mm) - same 144-TQFP (20x20 mm) - same 144-TQFP (20x20 mm) - same 144-TQFP (20x20 mm) - same 144-TQFP (20x20 mm) - same
Brand Intel (formerly Altera) Intel Intel Intel Intel Intel
Speed Grade -2X (160 MHz, 1.72 ns) -1X (~133 MHz, ~1.83 ns) -2N (same die, alt speed) -2X (160 MHz, 1.72 ns) -2 (160 MHz typical) -1 (~133 MHz)
Internal Frequency (max) 160 MHz ~133 MHz 160 MHz 160 MHz 160 MHz typical ~133 MHz
Logic Elements 25,600 25,600 25,600 25,600 25,600 25,600
User I/Os 92 92 92 92 92 92
Core Voltage 1.71 V to 1.89 V 1.71 V to 1.89 V 1.71 V to 1.89 V 1.71 V to 1.89 V 1.71 V to 1.89 V 1.71 V to 1.89 V
Operating Temperature 0 °C to +85 °C (commercial) 0 °C to +85 °C 0 °C to +85 °C 0 °C to +85 °C 0 °C to +85 °C 0 °C to +85 °C
Lifecycle Status NRND (Not Recommended for New Designs) NRND NRND NRND NRND NRND

Principaux différenciateurs

  • TQFP-144 plastic package supports low-cost PCB assembly (vs EP20K60EBC356-2X (BGA-356))
  • Highest speed grade -2X in TQFP-144 family (vs EP20K60ETC144-1X)
  • Self-contained SRAM configuration with EPC PROM support (vs Antifuse FPGAs (e.g., Actel ProASIC))

Notes de conception

Estimated: APEX 20KE EP20K60E core current scales with toggle rate and junction temperature. At 160 MHz with 50% toggle rate across 25,600 logic elements and VCCINT = 1.8 V, ICCINT is typically 200 mA to 400 mA (estimated: I_core = C_eff × V × f × N_LEs / 2). Design a 1.8 V regulator with at least 1 A headroom; tie all VCCINT pins together with a star ground and decouple each pin with 0.1 µF + 10 µF bulk. VCCIO bank supplies must match the driven-receiver logic level (3.3 V LVTTL default).

TQFP-144 (20x20 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) demands 4-layer PCB with continuous power/ground planes for switching-current return paths. Fan-out can be escape-routed on outer layers using 0.20 mm (8 mil) traces between TQFP pads; inner pads route through 0.30 mm (12 mil) micro-vias. Place all eight VCCIO bank-supply pins within 50 mm of their respective decoupling caps and add a ferrite bead between the 1.8 V regulator and the FPGA core pins to suppress switching noise. Reference: Altera AN 75 (Quartus Power Optimization).

Do not leave MSEL0/MSEL1 floating - tie them to GND or VCC via 10 kΩ resistors per the configuration-mode table, otherwise the device enters an undefined state at power-up. Always drive nCONFIG high with a 10 kΩ pull-up to VCCIO after power-stable, and monitor nSTATUS during boot. Avoid hot-socketing the TQFP without a sequence resistor on the configuration pins, and never apply VCCIO before VCCINT - reverse power sequencing can latch-up the I/O buffers.

Informations de conformité

RoHS
Unknown
REACH
Unknown
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
Sans plomb
Unknown
Sans halogène
Unknown
Minerais de conflit
Unknown

RoHS status not confirmed in verified web data. The APEX 20KE family was originally released as SnPb-lead finish; later revisions offered Pb-free finishes - confirm with the manufacturer lot code before use in RoHS-restricted regions. Not AEC-Q100 qualified (commercial 0-85 °C only).

Données vérifiées le : 2026-09-08 — données vérifiées et sélectionnées par l'équipe d'ingénierie composants de XAIPART

Recherches associées

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