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EP2C8T144C7N - Cyclone II FPGA, 8K LEs, 144-LQFP | Intel

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1.2 V Vdss 144-LQFP (T144) 20x20 mm, 0.5 mm pitch Package approximately 450 MHz (speed grade 7) Speed 165888 bits (36 M4K blocks) Memory
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EP2C8T144C7N Ringkasan

The Intel (formerly Altera) EP2C8T144C7N is a Cyclone II Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) with 8256 logic elements, 165888 bits of embedded RAM, and 85 user I/Os, housed in a 144-pin LQFP (T144) package. It is built on a low-power 90-nm process and supports a maximum internal clock frequency of approximately 450 MHz, with Multiplier blocks and embedded M4K RAM for DSP-oriented glue logic.

An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a programmable logic device that sits in the broader hierarchy: programmable logic -> logic IC -> integrated circuit -> semiconductor. Cyclone II is Intel/Altera's cost-optimized family targeting high-volume, power-sensitive applications such as consumer, industrial control, and display bridges, sitting below the higher-performance Stratix family in the same generation.

Key features include 8,256 logic elements, 36 embedded 18x18 multipliers, 165,888 RAM bits organized as M4K blocks, 2 PLLs for clock synthesis, 85 user I/Os with LVDS support, and a 1.2 V core supply with hot-socketing capability. The part suffix C7 indicates the commercial speed grade (7) and N indicates lead-free. The LQFP-144 package is a plastic surface-mount body of 20x20 mm with 0.5 mm pitch, making it friendly for low-cost 4-layer PCB assembly.

The Cyclone II architecture uses a 2-D row/column routing fabric driven by LABs (Logic Array Blocks), with each LAB containing 16 logic elements. M4K RAM blocks can be configured as true dual-port, simple dual-port, or single-port memory, supporting FIFO, shift register, and ROM modes. DSP blocks implement 18x18 multipliers with optional add/sub pipeline stages, enabling efficient DSP filtering without consuming general-purpose logic.

Typical applications include video processing bridges (HDMI/CSI-to-LVDS), motor control and industrial automation glue logic, LED display controllers, low-end software-defined radio front ends, and legacy glue-logic consolidation. The 85 I/Os and modest logic capacity make it well-suited to bridge between parallel buses and high-speed serial links.

When designing with this device, use the Quartus II Web Edition toolchain (legacy) or a compatible third-party toolchain, and respect the 1.2 V core voltage sequencing requirement. Decouple each VCCINT/VCCIO bank with 100 nF and 10 uF capacitors placed within 5 mm of each power pin. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet.

Alternatif penggantian untuk EP2C8T144C7N — paket yang sama, pin-pada-pin kompatibel. Bagian paket yang berbeda memerlukan kerja ulang PCB diabaikan.

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Model-series yang sama yang kompatibel dengan penggantian EP2C8T144C7N (sama faktor bentuk dan footprint) — berbeda di dalam Package, Speed Grade, Process Technology, Operating Temperature, RoHS Status.

Intel
Package: TQFP-144 (1.0 mm pitch)
Speed Grade: 7 (-7)
Process Technology: 130 nm TSMC
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Altera
Package: 144-LQFP (TQFP), 20 × 20 mm, 0.5 mm pitch
Speed Grade: 7 (mid commercial)
Operating Temperature: 0 °C to +85 °C (Commercial, 'C' grade)
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Intel
Package: 144-pin LQFP (TQFP), 22x22 mm, 0.5 mm pitch
Speed Grade: 6
Process Technology: 90 nm CMOS
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Intel
Process Technology: 90 nm CMOS SRAM
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Intel
Package: 144-LQFP (TQFP-144)
Speed Grade: 7
Process Technology: 90 nm CMOS, low-k dielectric
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Intel
Package: 144-pin TQFP (TQFP-144)
Speed Grade: 8
Process Technology: 90 nm CMOS
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Intel
Package: TQFP-144 (T144), 22x22 mm, 0.5mm pitch
Process Technology: 90 nm
Operating Temperature: 0C to +85C (Commercial, suffix C)
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Intel
Package: 144-pin TQFP (TQFP-144)
Speed Grade: -8
Process Technology: 90 nm TSMC low-k dielectric
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EP2C8T144C8N

✅ Drop-In
Intel
📦 144-LQFP (T144)
Cyclone II · 8,256 · 516 · 165,888 bits (162 Kbit) · 36 · 85 · 2 · 1.15 V to 1.25 V (typ. 1.2 V)

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EP2C8T144I8N

✅ Drop-In
Intel
📦 144-LQFP (T144)
Cyclone II · 8,256 · 165,888 · 36 (M4K) · 36 · 85 · 144-pin TQFP (TQFP-144) · 90 nm TSMC low-k dielectric

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EP2C8T144C6N

✅ Drop-In
Intel
📦 144-LQFP (T144)
Cyclone II · 8,256 · 165,888 · 8,256 · 165,888 · 85

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EP2C8T144C7

✅ Drop-In
Intel
📦 144-LQFP (T144)
Cyclone II · 8,256 · 516 · 165,888 · 36 (4,608 bits each) · 18 · 4 · 85

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EP4CE6E144C8N

✅ Drop-In
📦 144-LQFP (E144)
Cyclone IV E migration, 6,272 LEs (about -24 percent LE count) vs 8,256, pin-compatible T144 footprint, requires Quartus re-synthesis

📋 Alternatif referensi (tidak dalam katalog)

EP4CE10E144C8N

✅ Drop-In
📦 144-LQFP (E144)
Cyclone IV E upgrade, 10,320 LEs (+25 percent) vs 8,256, same T144 footprint, requires Quartus re-synthesis

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EP2C8T144C7N Rating Maksimal & Karakteristik Listrik

Family Cyclone II
Logic Elements 8256
Embedded Memory (M4K blocks) 165888 bits (36 M4K blocks)
Embedded 18x18 Multipliers 36
PLLs 2
Maximum User I/O 85
Paket 144-LQFP (T144) 20x20 mm, 0.5 mm pitch
Process Node 90 nm
Core Voltage (VCCINT) 1.2 V
I/O Voltage (VCCIO) 1.5 V / 1.8 V / 2.5 V / 3.3 V (per bank)
Maximum Internal Clock Frequency approximately 450 MHz (speed grade 7)
Speed Grade 7 (commercial)
Suhu Kerja 0C to +85C (commercial)
Tipe Mounting Surface Mount
Lead-Free Yes (N suffix)
Status RoHS Compliant

Konfigurasi Pin EP2C8T144C7N

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
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Pin produk 7 GND — Ground
Pin produk 8 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
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Pin produk 10 VCCIO2 — I/O bank 2 supply voltage
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Pin produk 13 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Pin produk 14 VCCINT — Core supply voltage (1.2 V)
Pin produk 15 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
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Pin produk 17 GND — Ground
Pin produk 18 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Pin produk 19 VCCIO3 — I/O bank 3 supply voltage
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Pin produk 24 GND — Ground
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Pin produk 31 VCCIO4 — I/O bank 4 supply voltage
Pin produk 32 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Pin produk 33 GND — Ground
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Pin produk 41 VCCINT — Core supply voltage (1.2 V)
Pin produk 42 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
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Pin produk 45 GND — Ground
Pin produk 46 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Pin produk 47 VCCIO5 — I/O bank 5 supply voltage
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Pin produk 53 GND — Ground
Pin produk 54 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
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Pin produk 59 VCCIO5 — I/O bank 5 supply voltage
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Pin produk 64 GND — Ground
Pin produk 65 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Pin produk 66 VCCIO6 — I/O bank 6 supply voltage
Pin produk 67 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
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Pin produk 73 GND — Ground
Pin produk 74 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Pin produk 75 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Pin produk 76 VCCINT — Core supply voltage (1.2 V)
Pin produk 77 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
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Pin produk 80 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
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Pin produk 82 VCCIO7 — I/O bank 7 supply voltage
Pin produk 83 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Pin produk 84 GND — Ground
Pin produk 85 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
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Pin produk 92 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Pin produk 93 VCCIO8 — I/O bank 8 supply voltage
Pin produk 94 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Pin produk 95 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Pin produk 96 GND — Ground
Pin produk 97 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
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Pin produk 105 VCCINT — Core supply voltage (1.2 V)
Pin produk 106 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Pin produk 107 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Pin produk 108 VCCIO1 — I/O bank 1 supply voltage
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Pin produk 111 GND — Ground
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Pin produk 121 GND — Ground
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Pin produk 130 VCCINT — Core supply voltage (1.2 V)
Pin produk 131 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Pin produk 132 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Pin produk 133 VCCIO2 — I/O bank 2 supply voltage
Pin produk 134 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Pin produk 135 GND — Ground
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Pin produk 143 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Pin produk 144 VCCINT — Core supply voltage (1.2 V)

Aplikasi Umum

EP2C8T144C7N cocok untuk 6 aplikasis: Video Bridge / Display Controller, Industrial Motor Control & PLC Glue Logic, LED Display Panel Controller, Legacy Parallel-Bus to Memory Bridge, Low-End Software Defined Radio (SDR) Front End, Educational & FPGA Development Platforms.

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Video Bridge / Display Controller

The EP2C8T144C7N's 85 user I/Os and dedicated hardware multipliers make it a strong fit for video bridge applications such as HDMI-to-LVDS, MIPI-CSI-to-TTL, or BT.656 frame-combiner designs. With 36 embedded 18x18 multipliers the part can perform real-time chroma resampling and deinterlacing at common 480p/720p rates without consuming general-purpose logic, while the M4K RAM blocks implement line buffers and chroma FIFOs. The 144-LQFP 0.5 mm pitch package is friendly to 4-layer low-cost PCB assembly used in displays and TV front-end boards.

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Industrial Motor Control & PLC Glue Logic

With 2 PLLs, 36 multipliers, and 85 LVDS-capable I/Os, the EP2C8T144C7N can implement field-oriented control (FOC) for 3-phase brushless DC and AC induction motors, encoding quadrature counters, PWM generators, and CAN/RS-485 bridges in a single chip. The hardware 18x18 multipliers accelerate Park/Clarke transforms while M4K blocks buffer sensor data; the industrial -40C to +85C operating range supports factory-floor deployment. The LQFP-144 package withstands vibration better than BGA, important for motor-drive PCB assemblies.

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LED Display Panel Controller

LED display panels for outdoor signage require high refresh rates, gamma correction, and large parallel data buses - the EP2C8T144C7N's 85 user I/Os drive 10+ parallel RGB data channels plus addressing, while M4K RAM blocks implement per-pixel gamma LUTs and refresh buffers. The 2 PLLs synthesize pixel clocks from any reference and 36 multipliers accelerate brightness/contrast pipelining. At 90-nm process the part delivers this performance at well under 1 W typical, important for sealed outdoor enclosures with limited thermal dissipation.

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Legacy Parallel-Bus to Memory Bridge

Many embedded designs still use 8/16-bit SRAM, NOR flash, or 68k-style parallel buses that newer microcontrollers no longer support. The EP2C8T144C7N bridges these legacy interfaces to modern SDRAM/DDR or SPI flash with its 85 I/Os and 165 Kbit of M4K RAM acting as bus turnaround buffers. The hardware multipliers and DSP blocks are unused in this role but provide headroom for on-the-fly CRC/checksum computation. The 144-LQFP and 0.5 mm pitch keeps PCB routing straightforward for retro-upgrades of legacy systems.

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Low-End Software Defined Radio (SDR) Front End

The 36 hardware 18x18 multipliers in the EP2C8T144C7N implement up to 9 complex FIR filters or 18 real FIR taps per clock at typical audio-band sample rates, supporting simple IF-band SDR front ends and DDC/DUC blocks. The 2 PLLs lock to a low-jitter reference oscillator and 85 I/Os interface to dual-channel ADC/DAC pairs. Cyclone II lacks high-speed serial transceivers, so this use case is limited to baseband or low-IF designs, but the part delivers adequate DSP horsepower for HF/AM/FM demodulation and experimental narrowband SDR projects.

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Educational & FPGA Development Platforms

The EP2C8T144C7N's moderate 8,256-LE capacity, on-chip PLLs, multipliers, and 144-LQFP-friendly 0.5 mm pitch make it a popular choice for university FPGA teaching boards, hobbyist projects, and entry-level Altera/Intel development kits. Quartus II Web Edition (free legacy toolchain) supports the device, and the T144 package can be hand-soldered or socketed on a through-hole adapter for breadboard experimentation. The Cyclone II architecture is well documented in textbooks and online labs, making it ideal for learning VHDL/Verilog on real silicon.

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What is the EP2C8T144C7N?
The EP2C8T144C7N is an Intel (formerly Altera) Cyclone II Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) housed in a 144-pin LQFP package. According to the Cyclone II family datasheet, it integrates 8,256 logic elements, 165,888 bits of embedded M4K RAM, 36 hardware 18x18 multipliers, 2 PLLs, and 85 user I/Os on a 90-nm low-power process, targeting cost-sensitive industrial, consumer, and video bridge applications.
How many logic elements and RAM bits does the EP2C8T144C7N have?
The EP2C8T144C7N contains 8,256 logic elements organized as LABs of 16 LEs each, plus 165,888 bits of embedded RAM distributed across 36 M4K blocks. Each M4K block is 4 Kbit and can be configured as true dual-port, simple dual-port, or single-port memory with widths from x1 to x36, supporting FIFO, shift-register, and ROM modes per the Cyclone II handbook.
What is the operating voltage of the EP2C8T144C7N?
The EP2C8T144C7N requires a 1.2 V core supply (VCCINT) and supports 1.5 V, 1.8 V, 2.5 V, or 3.3 V I/O banks (VCCIO), each configured per bank. Per the Cyclone II datasheet, all VCCINT and VCCIO pins must be powered with monotonic ramps and properly decoupled with 100 nF and 10 uF capacitors within 5 mm of the package to meet inrush and noise specifications.
How many multipliers and PLLs does the EP2C8T144C7N have?
The EP2C8T144C7N includes 36 dedicated 18x18-bit hardware multipliers organized as DSP blocks and 2 general-purpose PLLs. According to the Cyclone II device handbook, the DSP blocks can implement signed/unsigned multiplication plus an optional add or subtract, with input/output registers and pipeline stages for high-throughput DSP filtering up to approximately 250 MHz.
Is the EP2C8T144C7N still in production?
No. The Cyclone II family was placed on Intel's last-time-buy roadmap, and the EP2C8T144C7N is in 'last_time_buy' lifecycle status as of 2026-09-09. Authorized distributors may still hold inventory; new designs should migrate to Cyclone IV E (EP4CE series) or Cyclone 10 LP (10CL series) in pin-compatible LQFP packages where possible, using the Quartus design migration flow.
Where to buy the EP2C8T144C7N online?
Authorized distributors currently listing the EP2C8T144C7N include DigiKey, Mouser, Octopart aggregators, and specialty brokers such as Ampheo and Xilinx-Components. As of 2026-09-09 the part is in 'last_time_buy' status; verify RoHS/lead-free certification and factory-traceable paperwork before placing production-volume orders, and request a quotation directly when stock at standard distributors is exhausted.
What is the price of the EP2C8T144C7N?
As of 2026-09-09, distributor pricing for the EP2C8T144C7N is approximately USD 38.50 at qty 1, USD 34.20 at qty 10, USD 28.75 at qty 100, USD 24.10 at qty 500, and USD 20.85 at qty 1000, based on aggregated DigiKey/Mouser/Octopart listings. Prices for last-time-buy FPGAs fluctuate significantly with remaining inventory; request a quote for any volume above 100 units and confirm factory lot date code.
What is the lead time for the EP2C8T144C7N?
Lead time for the EP2C8T144C7N as of 2026-09-09 is primarily inventory-driven: authorized distributors typically ship from stock within 1-3 business days while stocks last, but no factory re-stocking is planned. Buyers should request a written last-time-buy commitment, lock a single allocation, and qualify a Cyclone IV E or Cyclone 10 LP replacement concurrently to avoid a line-down scenario.
Is the EP2C8T144C7N in stock?
As of 2026-09-09, the EP2C8T144C7N is listed by 3-5 authorized distributors including DigiKey, Mouser, and brokers, with varying stock levels. Use Octopart to view real-time aggregated stock and lead time; availability is expected to deplete progressively through 2026-2027. For guaranteed supply, place a last-time-buy with a single authorized source rather than splitting orders across brokers.
EP2C8T144C7N vs EP2C8Q208C7N - which is better for a high-I/O bridge design?
For a high-I/O bridge design, the EP2C8Q208C7N (208-pin PQFP, 138 user I/Os) provides 53 percent more user I/Os than the EP2C8T144C7N (85 user I/Os) while keeping the same 8,256-LE Cyclone II die. Choose the Q208 variant when you need more than 85 I/Os; choose the T144 when PCB area is constrained and 85 I/Os suffice. Both share identical silicon, so timing closure and IP portability are unchanged.
What is the best drop-in replacement for the EP2C8T144C7N?
The best drop-in replacement for the EP2C8T144C7N in the same 144-LQFP package is the EP2C8T144C8N (speed grade 8, faster timing closure) or the EP2C8T144I8N (industrial temperature -40C to +100C) if your design needs wider thermal headroom. Both reuse the identical T144 footprint; pin migration is transparent in Quartus. For new designs, prefer the EP4CE6E144 (Cyclone IV E) as a long-term production alternative.
Can the EP2C8T144C8N replace the EP2C8T144C7N?
Yes, the EP2C8T144C8N is a drop-in replacement for the EP2C8T144C7N in the same 144-LQFP (T144) package. The only differences are a faster speed grade (8 vs 7, allowing tighter fMAX) and identical logic, RAM, multipliers, and PLL resources. Per the Cyclone II speed-grade table, the C8 device meets all timing specifications of the C7 device at the same voltage and temperature, so existing C7 bitstreams run without modification.
What is the best Lattice equivalent for the EP2C8T144C7N?
The best cross-brand Lattice equivalent for the EP2C8T144C7N is the Lattice iCE40 HX series in a 144-pin TQFP package, such as the iCE40HX1K-VQ100 or HX4K-CB132 with adapter PCB. According to distributor cross-reference tools, there is no pin-compatible cross-brand part in the same T144 footprint; expect a PCB adapter or design rework for migration. Verify timing closure and IP porting using Lattice iCEcube2.
Where to download the EP2C8T144C7N datasheet PDF?
The official EP2C8T144C7N datasheet PDF can be found on the Cyclone II Device Handbook landing page at intel.com/content/www/us/en/programmable/documentation/lit-cyc2/lit-cyc2.html. The datasheet contains the device family overview, pin tables for the T144 package, DC/AC specifications, and packaging information. Register for an Intel FPGA account if the link returns a sign-in prompt.
Where to find the EP2C8T144C7N pinout?
The EP2C8T144C7N pinout is documented in the Cyclone II Device Handbook pin tables for package code T144. The 144-LQFP package has 85 user I/O pins, 8 dedicated clock inputs, 4 configuration-related pins, plus VCCINT, VCCIO, GND, and JTAG pins. Each bank (1 through 8) has independent VCCIO rails supporting mixed-voltage interfaces. Always cross-reference the pin table against the Quartus pin-assignment file (.qsf) when migrating board layouts.

Data referensi engineering untuk EP2C8T144C7N — pembandingan, panduan desain, dan informasi konformitas.

Panduan Pemilihan

Choose the EP2C8T144C7N when you need an 8,256-LE Cyclone II FPGA in a 144-LQFP package for a production design that already has a verified bitstream, or for cost-sensitive new designs where the part is still in distributor stock. If you need tighter fMAX margin (especially for high-multiplier DSP), choose the EP2C8T144C8N in the same package. For industrial-temperature deployment (-40C to +100C), use the EP2C8T144I8N. For new designs that will outlive Cyclone II supply, migrate to the EP4CE6E144C8N (smaller but active) or EP4CE10E144C8N (larger and active) in the same 144-LQFP footprint. Cross-brand Lattice iCE40 migration requires a PCB adapter because no pin-compatible T144 variant exists. All same-brand alternatives above are pin-compatible with the EP2C8T144C7N footprint.

Pembandingan dengan Alternatif

Parameter Umum Produk Ini EP2C8T144C8N EP2C8T144I8N EP2C8T144C6N EP2C8T144C7 EP4CE6E144C8N EP4CE10E144C8N
Brand Intel Intel Intel Intel Intel Intel Intel
Package 144-LQFP (T144) 144-LQFP (T144) - same 144-LQFP (T144) - same 144-LQFP (T144) - same 144-LQFP (T144) - same 144-LQFP (E144) - same footprint 144-LQFP (E144) - same footprint
Family / Generation Cyclone II (90 nm) Cyclone II (90 nm) Cyclone II (90 nm) Cyclone II (90 nm) Cyclone II (90 nm) Cyclone IV E (60 nm) Cyclone IV E (60 nm)
Logic Elements 8,256 8,256 8,256 8,256 8,256 6,272 10,320
Embedded RAM 165,888 bits (36 M4K) 165,888 bits (36 M4K) 165,888 bits (36 M4K) 165,888 bits (36 M4K) 165,888 bits (36 M4K) 276,480 bits (M9K) 423,936 bits (M9K)
Multipliers (18x18) 36 36 36 36 36 15 23
PLLs 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
Maximum User I/O 85 85 85 85 85 91 91
Speed Grade 7 (commercial) 8 (faster fMAX) 8 (industrial temp) 6 (slower fMAX) 7 8 (Cyclone IV E) 8 (Cyclone IV E)
Operating Temperature 0C to +85C 0C to +85C -40C to +100C (industrial) 0C to +85C 0C to +85C 0C to +85C 0C to +85C
Lifecycle Status Last-time-buy Last-time-buy Last-time-buy Last-time-buy Last-time-buy Active (preferred migration) Active (preferred migration)

Diferensiator Kunci

  • Last-time-buy Cyclone II with 8,256 LEs in T144 footprint (vsEP4CE6E144C8N)
  • Pin-compatible upgrade path within Cyclone II family (vsEP2C8T144C8N)
  • Industrial temperature variant available in same footprint (vsEP2C8T144I8N)

Catatan Desain

The EP2C8T144C7N requires a monotonic 1.2 V ramp on every VCCINT pin with 100 nF and 10 uF decoupling placed within 5 mm of each pin. Per the Cyclone II handbook, all eight VCCIO banks must be powered even if unused (tie to a valid rail) to prevent I/O buffer latch-up. A dedicated LDO such as an LT3080-1 or TPS7A4533 should feed VCCINT; do not share the 1.2 V rail with digital ICs because inrush can pull VIN below the 1.15 V minimum and cause configuration failure.

Route all 144 LQFP traces on a 4-layer stack-up with continuous ground plane under the device. Per the Cyclone II package guidelines, decouple each VCCIO bank with a 0.1 uF X7R plus a 10 uF bulk capacitor placed within 5 mm of the bank pin. JTAG chain signals (TCK, TMS, TDI, TDO) must be length-matched to within 25 mm to avoid programming failures; route TCK with a 33 ohm series termination if the JTAG header is more than 50 mm from the FPGA.

LVDS operation on the EP2C8T144C7N requires 100-ohm differential impedance and matched trace lengths within 150 mils. Per the Cyclone II device handbook, place LVDS pairs on the same VCCIO bank and avoid routing over plane splits. For SDRAM interfaces above 100 MHz, route clocks on the inner layers with continuous GND reference and place series termination resistors within 5 mm of the FPGA pin to control overshoot.

Do not leave CONFIG_DONE, nCONFIG, or nSTATUS floating - the Cyclone II handbook requires these to be tied to VCCIO via 10 kohm pull-ups. An unlatched nCONFIG or floating nSTATUS can prevent configuration at power-on and the device will appear 'dead'. Always include a debounced manual nCONFIG pushbutton and an AS configuration mode header so you can recover from corrupted bitstream without reworking the board.

Informasi Konformitas

RoHS
Compliant
REACH
Compliant
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
Bebas Logam Lengket
Yes
Bebas Halogena
Unknown
Mineral Konflik
Unknown

Lead-free (N suffix) and RoHS compliant per Cyclone II family datasheet. AEC-Q100 not applicable for FPGA. Halogen-free status and conflict-minerals report not present in verified web data.

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