EPF8452AQC160-4 - FLEX 8000 FPGA, 4K Gates, 68 I/O | Altera
Référence : EPF8452AQC160-4 ✗ Fin de vie| Qté | Prix unitaire | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $22.5 | $22,50 |
| 10 | $19.8 | $198,00 |
| 100 | $16.5 | $1 650,00 |
| 500 | $13.2 | $6 600,00 |
| 1 000 | $11 | $11 000,00 |
EPF8452AQC160-4 Présentation
A Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) is a type of programmable logic device (PLD) that uses an array of configurable logic blocks (CLBs), programmable interconnects, and I/O cells to implement arbitrary digital logic. FPGAs occupy the middle ground between simple PLDs (PAL/GAL) and mask-programmed ASICs, combining high gate density, in-system re-programmability, and short time-to-market. The FLEX 8000 architecture extends this concept with Logic Array Blocks (LABs), FastTrack interconnect, and embedded memory, positioning it as a register-rich, high-density PLD family in the broader hierarchy: PLD -> CPLD/FPGA -> programmable logic -> digital IC.
Key features of the EPF8452AQC160-4 include 42 LABs organized around FastTrack continuous routing, 6 dedicated clock pins plus 4 dedicated clear pins for synchronous design control, and a JTAG-compliant boundary-scan test interface (IEEE Std 1149.1) for board-level test access. The 0.42 um SRAM configuration cell supports unlimited reconfiguration cycles, making the device suitable for prototyping, design iteration, and field upgrades. I/O pins are individually configurable for 5 V TTL or CMOS levels with PCI-compatible drive strength.
Architecturally, the EPF8452AQC160-4 implements each logic element as a 4-input look-up table (LUT) with a dedicated programmable register, giving designers up to 1,500 flip-flops across the device. Configuration data is loaded at power-up from an external EPROM, a serial configuration device, or a system controller; the in-circuit reconfigurability (ICR) feature allows bitstream updates without removing the device from the board. MultiVolt I/O compatibility supports mixed 3.3 V/5 V bus interfaces when used with external clamping.
Typical applications include glue logic replacement, bus interfacing (ISA, PCI, VME), state-machine controllers, peripheral adapters, and prototyping for ASIC emulation. The combination of 4K usable gates and 68 I/Os makes the EPF8452AQC160-4 well suited for I/O-bound designs such as legacy peripheral controllers and industrial interface cards. Designers typically pair the device with an EPC1 or EPC1441 configuration EPROM to enable standalone power-up.
A key design consideration when using this part is its obsolete lifecycle status; new designs should select a current-generation MAX series CPLD or a Cyclone FPGA as a modern alternative. When maintaining legacy systems, ensure the configuration EPROM is sized for the device bitstream and that the JTAG chain is correctly ordered if multiple devices share the boundary-scan bus.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, same-family FLEX 8000 alternatives, and practical legacy-maintenance design notes not collected in any single manufacturer or distributor resource.
Alternatives de remplacement direct pour EPF8452AQC160-4 — 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 EPF8452AQC160-4 (même facteur de forme et même empreinte) — différant par Usable Gates, Package, Configuration Method, Speed Grade, Mounting Type.
Outil de comparaison rapide — sélectionnez des références alternatives pour une comparaison côte à côte :
EPF8452AQC160-3
✅ Remplacement direct✓ En stock
$13.85 / unité
Voir la fiche technique →EPF8452AQC160-2
✅ Remplacement direct✓ En stock
$23.85 / unité
Voir la fiche technique →EPF8452AQC160-3AC
✅ Remplacement direct✓ En stock
$14.1 / unité
Voir la fiche technique →EPF8452AGC160-3
✅ Remplacement direct✓ En stock
$23.1 / unité
Voir la fiche technique →EPF8452AGC160-3N
✅ Remplacement direct✓ En stock
$64 / unité
Voir la fiche technique →EPF8452AQC160-4 Valeurs maximales et caractéristiques électriques
| Family | FLEX 8000 |
| Logic Elements / Cells | 336 |
| Total RAM Bits | 0 (no embedded memory) |
| Number of LABs/CLBs | 42 |
| Number of User I/Os | 68 |
| Number of Gates | 4,000 usable (up to 16,000 max in family) |
| Tension d'alimentation | 5 V |
| Logic Family | CMOS |
| Process Technology | 0.42 um CMOS SRAM |
| Température de fonctionnement | 0 C to 70 C (Commercial) |
| Maximum Frequency | 125 MHz |
| Boîtier | 160-BQFP / PQFP |
| Type de montage | Surface Mount |
| Configuration Method | SRAM, in-circuit reconfigurable |
Configuration des broches de EPF8452AQC160-4
| Broche 1 | I/O — User I/O (bank-specific, see datasheet) |
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Applications typiques
EPF8452AQC160-4 convient pour 6 applications: Legacy ISA / PCI Bus Interface Controllers, Glue Logic and Peripheral Adapters, ASIC Prototyping and Emulation, State-Machine Controllers, VME / VXI Backplane Cards, Legacy Peripheral Replacement Cards.
Legacy ISA / PCI Bus Interface Controllers
The EPF8452AQC160-4's 4,000 usable gates and 68 user I/Os make it well matched to ISA and 32-bit PCI bus interface controllers in legacy industrial PCs and instrumentation. Designers typically implement bus transceivers, address decoding, and interrupt steering in the device's 42 LABs, taking advantage of PCI-compatible 5 V drive strength on the I/O pins. The 5 V supply matches the legacy bus rail directly, eliminating level shifters, while the JTAG boundary-scan interface (IEEE 1149.1) supports board-level interconnect test. Compared with modern FPGAs, the EPF8452AQC160-4 targets niche maintenance where form-fit-function compatibility is mandatory.
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Glue Logic and Peripheral Adapters
The EPF8452AQC160-4 is sized for glue logic consolidation across multiple peripheral adapters, replacing discrete 74-series logic with a single programmable device. With 336 logic cells and 68 I/Os, it can host bus arbitration, chip-select decoders, and timing-control state machines in one package. The 5 V CMOS I/O matches TTL peripherals directly, and the 125 MHz internal frequency supports common peripheral bus rates. Designers benefit from in-circuit reconfigurability, which lets them iterate on the logic map without reworking the PCB during board bring-up.
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ASIC Prototyping and Emulation
The EPF8452AQC160-4 supports ASIC prototyping by mapping RTL logic onto its 336 logic cells and 1,500 flip-flops, allowing engineers to validate design intent before committing to mask-programmed silicon. The SRAM-based configuration lets designers recompile and reload a new bitstream in seconds using MAX+PLUS II or Quartus design software. The 160-pin BQFP package provides ample I/O for probing and breaking out signals to test fixtures. Legacy ASIC emulation projects frequently rely on the EPF8452AQC160-4 because of its well-documented timing model and broad third-party support.
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State-Machine Controllers
The EPF8452AQC160-4's register-rich architecture (up to 1,500 flip-flops across 42 LABs) is well suited to large multi-state control machines used in industrial controllers and instrumentation. Designers can implement dozens of Moore or Mealy states with deterministic timing, using the dedicated clock and clear pins for synchronous control. The 5 V supply matches industrial relay-driver and opto-isolator rails directly, simplifying the bill of materials. The JTAG boundary-scan interface supports in-system state verification during manufacturing test.
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VME / VXI Backplane Cards
The EPF8452AQC160-4 fits legacy VME and VXI backplane card designs that require 5 V tolerant I/O, deterministic timing, and reliable JTAG test access. With 68 user I/Os, the device can serve as the central glue logic between the VME bus transceivers, local memory, and on-board peripherals. The BQFP-160 footprint suits card-edge designs where mechanical robustness matters and through-hole alternatives are preferred for repair-friendly assembly. Industrial and defense sustainment programs continue to source the EPF8452AQC160-4 for VME card repairs.
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Legacy Peripheral Replacement Cards
The EPF8452AQC160-4 is commonly used in legacy peripheral replacement cards that emulate discontinued proprietary bus interfaces, parallel ports, or custom peripheral ASICs. Designers load a configuration bitstream from a serial EPROM at power-up, then present the legacy interface signals on the 68 user I/Os with 5 V CMOS drive. The in-circuit reconfigurability (ICR) feature lets field engineers swap behavior by replacing the configuration EPROM without removing the card. This makes the EPF8452AQC160-4 a popular choice for sustaining industrial control systems that must run for decades without redesign.
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Guide de sélection
Comparaison avec les alternatives
| Paramètre | Ce produit | EPF8452AQC160-3 | EPF8452AQC160-2 | EPF8452AQC160-3AC | EPF8452AGC160-3 | EPF8452AGC160-3N |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 160-BQFP / PQFP | 160-BQFP (same) | 160-BQFP (same) | 160-BQFP (same) | 160-BQFP (same) | 160-BQFP (same) |
| Brand | Altera | Altera (same) | Altera (same) | Altera (same) | Altera (same) | Altera (same) |
| Family | FLEX 8000 | FLEX 8000 | FLEX 8000 | FLEX 8000 | FLEX 8000 | FLEX 8000 |
| Usable Gates | 4,000 | 4,000 | 4,000 | 4,000 | 4,000 | 4,000 |
| Logic Cells | 336 | 336 | 336 | 336 | 336 | 336 |
| User I/Os | 68 | 68 | 68 | 68 | 68 | 68 |
| Number of LABs | 42 | 42 | 42 | 42 | 42 | 42 |
| Supply Voltage | 5 V | 5 V | 5 V | 5 V | 5 V | 5 V |
| Speed Grade | -4 (slowest) | -3 (faster) | -2 (fastest) | -3 (extended temp) | -3 (industrial) | -3 (industrial, lead-free) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 C to 70 C (Commercial) | 0 C to 70 C (Commercial) | 0 C to 70 C (Commercial) | Extended (verify datasheet) | Industrial (verify datasheet) | Industrial (verify datasheet) |
Principaux différenciateurs
- Pin-compatible speed-grade family members in the same 160-BQFP footprint (vs EPF8452AQC160-3)
- Industrial-grade variant available in the same footprint for harsh-environment legacy systems (vs EPF8452AGC160-3)
- Lead-free RoHS-compliant option available for global compliance (vs EPF8452AGC160-3N)
Notes de conception
Estimated: at 5 V supply with 50% I/O toggling at 25 MHz, the EPF8452AQC160-4 core consumes roughly 0.4-0.6 W. Place one 0.1 uF decoupling capacitor adjacent to every VCC pin (6 pins total) and a single 10 uF tantalum bulk capacitor near the package power entry. During configuration, the device draws inrush current; ensure the 5 V rail can source the peak without collapsing. Designers should measure rail voltage during power-up with an oscilloscope to verify clean configuration.
Route the dedicated clock inputs (CLK0-CLK5) with controlled-impedance traces and keep them short. Place the configuration EPROM (EPC1, EPC1213, EPC1064, or EPC1441) within 50 mm of the FLEX 8000 device to meet configuration timing; long traces degrade the configuration signal integrity. The JTAG chain (TDI, TDO, TMS, TCK) should be daisy-chained with no stubs. Provide a TRST pull-down or proper TMS power-up sequence per IEEE 1149.1 to avoid latching into test mode at power-up.
Do not confuse the EPF8452AQC160-4 with the EPF8452AQC160-3 or -2 speed grades when ordering legacy replacement parts; the speed grade suffix -4, -3, -2 denotes FMAX tier, not pin count or logic capacity. The 160-pin BQFP footprint is identical across all three, but timing closure assumptions differ. Do not apply 3.3 V signals directly to the I/O without external clamping; the FLEX 8000 I/O is 5 V CMOS. Avoid using the EPF8452AQC160-4 in new designs - the part is obsolete and Intel/Altera does not recommend it for new starts.
Informations de conformité
Compliance data not present in verified web data; the EPF8452AQC160-4 is obsolete and was originally released before mandatory RoHS documentation. The EPF8452AGC160-3N variant is described as lead-free / RoHS-compliant per vendor listings, but the -4 base part lacks an explicit compliance statement in the retrieved data.