EPF10K20TI144-4N - FLEX 10K FPGA, 20K Gates, 144-LQFP | Intel / Altera
Référence : EPF10K20TI144-4N ✗ Fin de vie| Qté | Prix unitaire | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $42.5 | $42,50 |
| 10 | $38.75 | $387,50 |
| 100 | $31.2 | $3 120,00 |
| 500 | $24.6 | $12 300,00 |
| 1 000 | $19.95 | $19 950,00 |
EPF10K20TI144-4N Présentation
What is an FPGA? A Field Programmable Gate Array is a programmable semiconductor device whose logic fabric, routing, and I/O behavior are configured by the user after manufacture. FPGAs sit at the top of the digital logic hierarchy, above ASICs and CPLDs in design complexity, and are commonly used where parallel processing, custom interfaces, or hardware-level timing control are required. The FLEX 10K family specifically introduced embedded array blocks (EABs) that combine look-up-table logic with on-chip RAM, enabling true system-on-a-programmable-chip (SOPC) integration of memory and logic in a single device.
Key specifications include a maximum propagation delay of 0.4 ns through the Look-Up Table, a maximum internal operating frequency near 125 MHz, 5 V tolerant I/O cells, and full IEEE 1149.1 JTAG boundary-scan support. The integrated phase-locked loops and global clock networks simplify high-speed clock distribution, while the 5 V I/O is a key reason these parts remain in service in long-lifecycle industrial control systems.
Architecture-wise, the FLEX 10K family combines a fine-grained Logic Array (LUT-based logic elements) with a coarse-grained Embedded Array (EABs of 2,048 bits each, configurable as RAM or ROM), giving designers a flexible mix of random logic and dedicated memory. The 0.42 µm process technology, while mature, remains adequate for many 5 V industrial applications where radiation tolerance, supply tolerance, and longevity outweigh the need for higher density or lower power.
Typical applications include industrial machine control, telecom line cards, military/aerospace retrofits, and any 5 V tolerant logic-replacement project that needs higher density than a CPLD. Engineers should also evaluate modern alternatives such as Intel MAX 10 or Lattice ECP5 for new designs, as FLEX 10K is approaching end-of-life. This page synthesizes current distributor pricing, verified drop-in alternatives (same family / speed grade), and practical design notes that are not consolidated on the manufacturer datasheet.
Alternatives de remplacement direct pour EPF10K20TI144-4N — 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 EPF10K20TI144-4N (même facteur de forme et même empreinte) — différant par Package, Process Technology, Operating Temperature, Speed Grade, Total RAM Bits.
Outil de comparaison rapide — sélectionnez des références alternatives pour une comparaison côte à côte :
EPF10K20TI144-3N
✅ Remplacement direct📋 Alternative de référence (hors catalogue)
EPF10K20TI144-1N
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EPF10K20TC144-4N
✅ Remplacement direct✓ En stock
$52 / unité
Voir la fiche technique →EPF10K10TI144-4N
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$39.95 / unité
Voir la fiche technique →EPF10K10TC144-4N
✅ Remplacement direct✓ En stock
$15.5 / unité
Voir la fiche technique →EP1K20TI144-4N
✅ Remplacement direct ⚠️ Spécifications non vérifiées📋 Alternative de référence (hors catalogue)
EPF10K20TI144-4N Valeurs maximales et caractéristiques électriques
| Series | FLEX 10K |
| Family | FLEX-10K |
| Typical Gates | 20,000 |
| Logic Elements (LEs) | 1,152 |
| Embedded Memory (Bits) | 12,288 |
| User I/Os | 102 |
| Logic Blocks / LABs | 144 |
| Process Technology | 0.42 µm CMOS |
| Propagation Delay (tpd) | 0.4 ns |
| Max Internal Frequency | 125 MHz |
| Tension d'alimentation | 5 V |
| Température de fonctionnement | 0 °C to 70 °C |
| Boîtier | 144-LQFP (TQFP) - 20 mm × 20 mm × 1.4 mm |
| Type de montage | Surface Mount |
| JTAG Support | IEEE 1149.1 Boundary-Scan |
| Configuration Mode | SRAM-based, in-system programmable |
| Statut RoHS | Compliant (lead-free, per distributor data) |
Configuration des broches de EPF10K20TI144-4N
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| Broche 13 | VCCINT — Core supply voltage (5 V) |
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| Broche 33 | GND — Ground |
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| Broche 122 | VCCIO — I/O supply voltage (5 V) |
| Broche 123 | TDI — JTAG Test Data In |
| Broche 124 | TMS — JTAG Test Mode Select |
| Broche 125 | TCK — JTAG Test Clock |
| Broche 126 | TDO — JTAG Test Data Out |
| Broche 127 | nSTATUS — Configuration status (open-drain) |
| Broche 128 | nCONFIG — Configuration control (active low) |
| Broche 129 | CONF_DONE — Configuration complete (open-drain) |
| Broche 130 | DCLK — Configuration clock |
| Broche 131 | DATA0 — Configuration data input |
| Broche 132 | MSEL0 — Configuration mode select 0 |
| Broche 133 | MSEL1 — Configuration mode select 1 |
| Broche 134 | nCE — Chip enable (active low) |
| Broche 135 | nCEO — Chip enable out (active low, for multi-device config) |
| Broche 136 | CLK0 — Dedicated clock input 0 |
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Applications typiques
EPF10K20TI144-4N convient pour 6 applications: Industrial Machine Control, Telecom Line Card Glue Logic, Military / Aerospace Retrofit Designs, ASIC Replacement / Bridge Logic, Legacy 5 V Data Acquisition Systems, Industrial Protocol Bridge / Bus Converter.
Industrial Machine Control
The EPF10K20TI144-4N is well suited to industrial machine controllers where 5 V tolerant I/O and long-lifecycle parts are mandatory. With 1,152 logic elements, 102 user I/Os, and embedded array blocks that can be configured as dual-port RAM, the part can implement multi-axis motion-control state machines, encoder counters, and high-speed deterministic glue logic between microcontrollers and power stages. Its 0.4 ns propagation delay and 125 MHz internal clock comfortably drive 24 V opto-isolated fieldbus interfaces and PWM generation logic at typical industrial PWM frequencies of 10-50 kHz. Unlike modern low-voltage FPGAs, the EPF10K20TI144-4N requires no level shifting on TTL inputs, simplifying board design for PLC backplanes and CNC controllers that have remained on 5 V logic for decades.
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Telecom Line Card Glue Logic
In legacy telecom line cards the EPF10K20TI144-4N is frequently used as a bus-interface and protocol-translation bridge between network processors and TDM framers, ASICs, and PHY devices. The 1,152 logic elements are sufficient to implement UTOPIA / POS-PHY level-2 interfaces, HDLC controllers, and asynchronous FIFO buffering, while the 12,288 bits of embedded memory support small lookup tables for routing or class-of-service decisions. Its 144-LQFP package and 5 V I/O tolerance make it easy to drop into existing line-card PCBs alongside older TelecomBus devices. For new designs, however, designers should evaluate MAX 10 or Lattice ECP5 because the FLEX 10K family is Nearing End-of-Life and software support has shifted to Quartus legacy mode.
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Military / Aerospace Retrofit Designs
The EPF10K20TI144-4N is a go-to FPGA for military and aerospace retrofits where the original Altera silicon is still specified in the system design but needs to be replaced due to obsolescence. Its 0.42 µm CMOS process and 5 V supply have a long track record in aerospace hardware, and the part's wide operating temperature behavior makes it suitable for hardened enclosures. With 1,152 logic elements the device comfortably hosts ARINC 429 / MIL-STD-1553 transceivers, redundant watchdog state machines, and timing-critical interrupt controllers. The 144-LQFP package supports standard aerospace PCB assembly processes, and the JTAG 1149.1 boundary-scan interface simplifies board-level test - a critical requirement for DO-254 and MIL-HDBK-454 compliance documentation.
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ASIC Replacement / Bridge Logic
Designers often use the EPF10K20TI144-4N as a quick-turnaround ASIC replacement when a custom silicon design is delayed or end-of-life. The 20,000-gate density and 12,288 bits of embedded memory can host simple RISC microcontrollers, glue logic between sensors and processors, and bus-protocol bridges (I2C to SPI, UART to parallel). The SRAM-based configuration allows rapid firmware updates during development, while the JTAG 1149.1 interface supports in-system programming via Altera ByteBlaster or USB-Blaster cables. Compared with modern CPLDs the EPF10K20TI144-4N delivers far higher density, while its 144-LQFP package is still widely available on the secondary market, making it a pragmatic choice for low-volume production.
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Legacy 5 V Data Acquisition Systems
High-speed data-acquisition boards for medical imaging, sonar, and radar subsystems often specify the EPF10K20TI144-4N because of its 5 V I/O tolerance and deterministic timing. With a propagation delay of just 0.4 ns through the LUT, the part can sample and pre-process analog front-end outputs at clock rates up to 125 MHz, while its embedded array blocks implement dual-port FIFOs that buffer ADC samples before forwarding to a downstream DSP. The 102 user I/Os comfortably accommodate multi-channel ADCs, synchronization triggers, and parallel high-speed links. Because the part runs from 5 V it can sit directly on legacy data-acquisition boards without the level translation that would otherwise be required for modern sub-3 V FPGAs.
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Industrial Protocol Bridge / Bus Converter
The EPF10K20TI144-4N is widely deployed as an industrial protocol bridge, where it converts between legacy fieldbuses (RS-485, RS-232, CAN, parallel GPIO) and modern Ethernet-based protocols. The 1,152 logic elements and embedded memory support full Modbus RTU / TCP gateways, PROFINET IRT interfaces, and EtherCAT slave controllers. The 5 V I/O tolerance allows direct connection to industrial sensor and actuator voltages without external translators, while the JTAG interface simplifies field firmware updates. For new designs Lattice ECP5 or Intel MAX 10 are recommended, but the EPF10K20TI144-4N continues to be specified in long-lifecycle industrial automation equipment where proven silicon is preferred over newer alternatives.
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Guide de sélection
Comparaison avec les alternatives
| Paramètre | Ce produit | EPF10K20TI144-3N | EPF10K20TI144-1N | EPF10K20TC144-4N | EPF10K10TI144-4N | EPF10K10TC144-4N | EP1K20TI144-4N |
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| Package | 144-LQFP | 144-LQFP - same | 144-LQFP - same | 144-LQFP - same | 144-LQFP - same | 144-LQFP - same | 144-LQFP - same |
| Brand | Altera (Intel) | Altera (Intel) | Altera (Intel) | Altera (Intel) | Altera (Intel) | Altera (Intel) | Altera (Intel) |
| Family | FLEX 10K | FLEX 10K | FLEX 10K | FLEX 10K | FLEX 10K | FLEX 10K | ACEX 1K |
| Typical Gates | 20,000 | 20,000 | 20,000 | 20,000 | 10,000 | 10,000 | 20,000 |
| Logic Elements | 1,152 | 1,152 | 1,152 | 1,152 | 576 | 576 | 1,152 |
| User I/Os | 102 | 102 | 102 | 102 | 102 | 102 | 102 |
| Speed Grade | -4 | -3 (slower) | -1 (faster) | -4 (same) | -4 | -4 | -4 |
| Supply Voltage | 5 V | 5 V | 5 V | 5 V | 5 V | 5 V | 2.5 V core / 3.3 V or 5 V I/O |
| Lifecycle Status | NRND | NRND | NRND | NRND | NRND | NRND | Obsolete |
Principaux différenciateurs
- Same die, faster speed grade drop-in (vs EPF10K20TI144-1N)
- Lower density alternative in same footprint (vs EPF10K10TI144-4N)
- Pure 5 V supply (no level shifting needed) (vs EP1K20TI144-4N)
Notes de conception
Estimated: the EPF10K20TI144-4N core ICC at full utilization (all 1,152 LEs toggling at 125 MHz) can reach ~200 mA from VCCINT (5 V), giving core power near 1.0 W. With I/O toggling the total device power can approach 1.5 W. Decouple VCCINT with at least one 0.1 µF ceramic capacitor per VCCINT pin plus one bulk 22 µF tantalum or low-ESR ceramic near the package. Place the bulk cap within 25 mm of the device. VCCIO banks should each be decoupled with 0.1 µF + 10 µF. Estimate based on typical FLEX 10K power vs. utilization curves from the Altera power estimation spreadsheet; verify with actual vector-by-vector simulation.
Route JTAG signals (TCK, TMS, TDI, TDO) with 4-8 mil traces and keep them short and parallel - avoid stubs. Place a 10 kΩ pull-up on nCONFIG, nSTATUS and CONF_DONE as recommended in Altera's configuration handbook. Decoupling capacitors must be placed as close to the VCCINT / VCCIO pins as physically possible (within 5 mm). For mixed 5 V / 3.3 V designs place 0 Ω series resistors on shared I/O banks to limit inrush. The 144-LQFP at 0.5 mm pitch accepts standard 4-layer FR-4 PCBs with 8 mil traces between pads.
Three pitfalls are common when migrating from MAX+PLUS II to Quartus. First, do not assume EPF10K20TI144-4N is in-system reconfigurable without an EPC-series configuration PROM - SRAM FPGAs lose their bitstream at power-down and must boot from external non-volatile memory. Second, the -4 speed grade is slower than -3 or -1; do not substitute a -4 in place of a -3 in a timing-critical design without re-running timing analysis. Third, the FLEX 10K family is NRND - if your design has a 10+ year lifecycle, qualify a modern second source (MAX 10, ECP5) now to avoid end-of-life supply disruption.
Informations de conformité
RoHS compliant per distributor data. AEC-Q100 not applicable (FPGA, not automotive-qualified discrete). Halogen-free status not explicitly stated in available data; treat as 'unknown'. Conflict-minerals declaration compliant per Altera / Intel program.
