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EP4CE6E22C8N - Cyclone IV E FPGA, 6,272 LEs, 144-LQFP | Intel

MPN: EP4CE6E22C8N ✓ Aktif
1.15 V to 1.25 V Vdss 144-LQFP Exposed Pad (EQFP-144) Package 472.5 MHz Speed 276,480 bits (270 Kbits) Memory
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EP4CE6E22C8N Ringkasan

The Intel EP4CE6E22C8N is a Cyclone IV E field-programmable gate array (FPGA) with 6,272 logic elements, 276,480 bits of embedded memory, and 91 user I/Os, housed in a 144-pin LQFP exposed-pad package (EQFP-144). It operates from a 1.15 V to 1.25 V core supply, supports up to 4 PLLs, and is rated for a maximum internal clock frequency of 472.5 MHz with commercial speed grade 8. The device consumes less than 1.5 W of dynamic power under typical conditions, making it one of the lowest-power FPGAs in its density class.

A Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) is a reconfigurable semiconductor device whose logic fabric, routing, and I/O behaviour are defined by user-supplied configuration data rather than at the fab. Within the programmable-logic hierarchy, the FPGA sits above simple programmable logic devices (SPLDs) and complex programmable logic devices (CPLDs), and below fixed-function ASICs. The Cyclone IV E series in particular targets cost-sensitive, high-volume designs where system designers want ASIC-like flexibility without the NRE cost of custom silicon.

Key features include 6,272 logic elements, 270 Kbits of embedded RAM organized into M9K blocks, 15 embedded 18x18 multipliers for DSP operations, two general-purpose PLLs plus up to four total clock networks, and a Cyclone IV E hard memory controller. Configuration is supported through JTAG (IEEE 1149.1) and Active Serial (AS) modes using an external configuration device. The 144-pin LQFP with exposed thermal pad simplifies PCB layout, enabling hand-solderable prototypes and low-layer-count boards.

Architecturally, the Cyclone IV E family uses a 60 nm process node with a Look-Up Table (LUT) based logic element, dedicated multiplier blocks, and per-LAB control signals. The device supports hot-socketing, I/O banking with multiple voltage standards (LVTTL, LVCMOS, PCI, SSTL), and 8 Kbits of user flash memory for on-chip non-volatile storage. The exposed thermal pad is electrically tied to the ground plane, providing a low thermal resistance path suitable for convection-cooled industrial enclosures.

Typical applications include industrial motor control and drive signal conditioning, consumer video processing bridges, USB/ethernet protocol bridging, low-cost ASIC prototyping, and portable instrumentation front-ends. Designers also use the EP4CE6 in firmware-defined sensor aggregation nodes and LED video wall controllers where deterministic latency is more important than raw throughput.

When designing with this device, allocate at least 1 oz copper pour across the exposed pad and stitch it to a low-impedance ground plane; this is the primary heat-dissipation path for LQFP packages. Use the Quartus Prime Lite or Standard edition for synthesis and pin planning, and verify all I/O bank voltage compatibility before PCB layout because mixed-voltage I/O standards share a common VREF within each bank.

This page consolidates distributor pricing, drop-in compatible alternatives, and practical design guidance not found in the bare manufacturer datasheet, giving engineers a single reference for sourcing and substituting the EP4CE6E22C8N.

Alternatif penggantian untuk EP4CE6E22C8N — paket yang sama, pin-pada-pin kompatibel. Bagian paket yang berbeda memerlukan kerja ulang PCB diabaikan.

Variasi di dalam seri ini

Model-series yang sama yang kompatibel dengan penggantian EP4CE6E22C8N (sama faktor bentuk dan footprint) — berbeda di dalam Package, Process Technology, Operating Temperature, Speed Grade, Logic Elements.

Altera
Package: TQFP-144 (22 mm x 22 mm, 0.5 mm pitch)
Operating Temperature: 0 C to +70 C (commercial, C8 grade)
Logic Elements: 2,910
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Altera
Package: TQFP-144 (T144)
Process Technology: 0.13 µm SRAM
Logic Elements: 5,980
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Intel
Process Technology: 0.22 µm CMOS all-layer copper
Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 85 °C
Speed Grade: -1 (slowest bin, "-1X")
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Intel
Package: 144-LQFP Exposed Pad (E22)
Process Technology: 60 nm low-power
Operating Temperature: 0C to +85C
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Intel
Package: 144-pin EQFP (Enhanced QFP) with Exposed Pad
Process Technology: 60 nm low-power CMOS
Speed Grade: 8
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Altera
Package: 144-pin LQFP with exposed pad
Process Technology: 60 nm
Logic Elements: 15,408
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Intel
Logic Elements: 6,272
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Intel
Process Technology: TSMC 60 nm low-k
Operating Temperature: 0 °C to +85 °C (Commercial)
Speed Grade: C6
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Intel
Package: 144-pin EQFP (Plastic Enhanced QFP, 22 x 22 mm, 0.5 mm pitch)
Process Technology: 60 nm
Operating Temperature: -40 C to +85 C (industrial, C6 speed grade)
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Intel
Package: 144-EQFP (22x22 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) with exposed pad
Process Technology: 60 nm
Speed Grade: 7 (commercial)
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Intel
Package: EQFP-144 (E22), 22 x 22 mm, 0.5 mm pitch
Process Technology: 60 nm low-power CMOS
Speed Grade: C8 (-8 corner)
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Intel
Package: 144-LQFP Exposed Pad (EQFP-144), 0.5 mm pitch
Process Technology: 60 nm (low-power)
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EP4CE6E22C8LN

✅ Drop-In
Intel
📦 144-LQFP Exposed Pad (EQFP-144)
Cyclone IV E · EP4CE6 · 6,272 · 392 · 276,480 bits · 30 · 15 · 2

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EP4CE6E22C8L

✅ Drop-In
Intel
📦 144-LQFP Exposed Pad (EQFP-144)
Cyclone IV E · 6,272 · 276,480 · 30 · 15 · 2 · 91 · 8

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EP4CE6E22C8

✅ Drop-In
Intel
📦 144-LQFP Exposed Pad (EQFP-144)
Cyclone IV E · 6,272 · 392 · 270 · 15 · 2 · 91 · EQFP-144 (E22), 22 x 22 mm, 0.5 mm pitch

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EP4CE6E22C7N

✅ Drop-In
Intel
📦 144-LQFP Exposed Pad (EQFP-144)
Cyclone IV E · 6,272 · 392 · 276,480 · 91 · 91 · 144-EQFP (22x22 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) with exposed pad · Surface Mount

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EP4CE6E22C6N

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Intel
📦 144-LQFP Exposed Pad (EQFP-144)
Cyclone IV E · EP4CE6 · 6,272 · 270 Kbits · 15 · 2

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EP4CE10E22C8N

✅ Drop-In
Intel
📦 144-LQFP Exposed Pad (EQFP-144)
Cyclone IV E · EP4CE10 · 10,320 · 46 · 414 Kbit · 91 · 144 · 144-LQFP Exposed Pad (E22)

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EP4CE6E22A7N

✅ Drop-In
Intel
📦 144-LQFP Exposed Pad (EQFP-144)
Cyclone IV E · 6,272 · 276,480 · 15 · 91 · 4 · 2 · 10

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EP4CE15E22C8N

✅ Drop-In
Intel
📦 144-LQFP Exposed Pad (EQFP-144)
Cyclone IV E · 15,408 · 516,096 · 504 · 56 · 4 · 81 · 1.2 V

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EP4CE6E22C8N Rating Maksimal & Karakteristik Listrik

Series Cyclone IV E
Family EP4CE6
Logic Elements 6,272
Embedded Memory 276,480 bits (270 Kbits)
Embedded Multipliers 15 (18x18)
PLLs 2 (up to 4 clock networks)
User I/Os 91
Core Voltage 1.15 V to 1.25 V
Maximum Internal Clock Frequency 472.5 MHz
Paket 144-LQFP Exposed Pad (EQFP-144)
Pin/Package Count 144
Tipe Mounting Surface Mount
Speed Grade 8 (commercial)
Suhu Kerja 0C to +85C (commercial)
Level MSL 3
Status RoHS Compliant
Configuration Method JTAG / Active Serial (AS)

Konfigurasi Pin EP4CE6E22C8N

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 14 VCCINT — Core voltage 1.2 V
Pin produk 15 GND — Ground
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Pin produk 57 GND — Ground
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Pin produk 72 GND — Ground
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Pin produk 87 VCCIO6 — I/O bank 6 supply
Pin produk 88 VCCINT — Core voltage 1.2 V
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Pin produk 117 VCCIO8 — I/O bank 8 supply
Pin produk 118 TCK — JTAG clock input
Pin produk 119 TMS — JTAG mode select
Pin produk 120 TDI — JTAG data in
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Pin produk 122 nCONFIG — Configuration start (active low)
Pin produk 123 nSTATUS — Configuration status (active low)
Pin produk 124 CONF_DONE — Configuration done
Pin produk 125 DCLK — Configuration clock
Pin produk 126 DATA0 — AS configuration data
Pin produk 127 MSEL0 — Configuration mode select
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Pin produk 130 nCE — Chip enable (active low)
Pin produk 131 nCEO — Chip enable out (cascade)
Pin produk 132 CRC_ERROR — CRC error indicator (open-drain)
Pin produk 133 DEV_OE — Device-wide output enable
Pin produk 134 DEV_CLRn — Device-wide clear (active low)
Pin produk 135 CLK0 — Dedicated clock input 0
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Pin produk 139 GND — Ground
Pin produk 140 VCCINT — Core voltage 1.2 V
Pin produk 141 VCCA_PLL1 — PLL1 analog supply
Pin produk 142 GNDA_PLL1 — PLL1 analog ground
Pin produk 143 VCCA_PLL2 — PLL2 analog supply
Pin produk 144 GNDA_PLL2 — PLL2 analog ground (also exposed pad)

Aplikasi Umum

EP4CE6E22C8N cocok untuk 6 aplikasis: Industrial Motor Control & Drive, Consumer Video Bridge & Display Controller, USB / Ethernet Protocol Bridging, Low-Cost ASIC Prototyping, Portable Instrumentation Front-End, IoT Sensor Aggregation Gateway.

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Industrial Motor Control & Drive

The EP4CE6E22C8N's 6,272 logic elements and 15 embedded 18x18 multipliers make it ideal for industrial motor control loops where deterministic PWM generation and field-oriented control (FOC) math are required. With 91 user I/Os it can simultaneously drive gate-driver signals, sample multi-channel ADC feedback, and run encoder interfaces without external logic. The exposed-pad LQFP simplifies thermal management in IP54-sealed drives, and the Cyclone IV E family's sub-1.5 W typical power keeps the junction temperature well below 100C in convection-cooled enclosures. Designers typically pair this FPGA with a 1.2 V LDO and current-sense ADCs to build a complete torque/speed controller in a single BOM.

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Consumer Video Bridge & Display Controller

For HDMI-to-LVDS bridges and LED video-wall controllers, the EP4CE6E22C8N provides enough logic and embedded RAM to implement colour-space conversion and double-buffered frame stores. The 472.5 MHz internal fMAX supports pixel clocks up to 148.5 MHz (720p/1080i timing), and 15 hardware multipliers accelerate chroma upsampling and sharpening filters. The 144-LQFP package is hand-solderable, which lowers NRE for short-run consumer electronics and digital signage products. Designers should use the device's PLL to derive pixel clocks from 27 MHz reference oscillators commonly found in display modules.

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USB / Ethernet Protocol Bridging

Low-cost USB-to-Ethernet and USB-to-UART bridges benefit from the EP4CE6E22C8N's flexible I/O banks and 270 Kbits of embedded RAM, enough to buffer packet bursts without external SRAM. The device's 91 user I/Os allow simultaneous USB PHY, Ethernet PHY, and serial peripheral connections on a single chip, while the two PLLs provide independent clock domains for USB (12/48 MHz) and Ethernet (25/125 MHz). Compared with a fixed-function bridge ASIC, the FPGA variant lets OEMs customise CDC, vendor requests, and on-the-fly firmware updates via JTAG, all within a 1.2 V core supply suitable for bus-powered devices.

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Low-Cost ASIC Prototyping

Engineers prototyping ASIC designs use the EP4CE6E22C8N as a hardware-accurate development vehicle before committing to mask sets, because the LUT-based Cyclone IV E fabric preserves gate-for-gate timing characteristics with most mid-density ASIC libraries. The 6,272 logic elements map to roughly 12,000 ASIC gates, suitable for validating glue logic, simple DMA engines, and microcontroller subsystems. Its JTAG and AS configuration modes allow repeatable verification cycles, and 91 I/Os let developers mimic a wide range of system buses including PCI, SSTL, and LVDS interfaces at low data rates.

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Portable Instrumentation Front-End

Battery-powered data-acquisition front-ends benefit from the EP4CE6E22C8N's sub-1.5 W typical power and 1.2 V core supply, which extends runtime on 18650-cell packs. The 15 hardware multipliers enable on-FPGA FIR/IIR filtering of ADC streams before forwarding pre-processed data to a host MCU, offloading the application processor. The exposed-pad LQFP allows direct PCB thermal copper, eliminating dedicated heatsinks in hand-held enclosures, and the embedded RAM block memory can buffer several seconds of streaming samples before transmitting over Bluetooth or USB-C.

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IoT Sensor Aggregation Gateway

Smart-home and industrial-IoT gateways that aggregate SPI, I2C, UART, and GPIO sensors benefit from the EP4CE6E22C8N's 91 user I/Os, which can host up to a dozen discrete sensor buses concurrently. The device's two PLLs derive independent sensor-bus clocks, while 270 Kbits of embedded RAM comfortably buffer pre-MQTT packet queues. The Cyclone IV E family's static-power-friendly 60 nm process keeps idle power below 200 mW at 1.2 V, making the FPGA attractive for always-on edge nodes that wake on interrupt rather than polling.

Ringkasan Produk Direkomendasikan

EP4CE6E22C8N Intel Digunakan di dalam: Industrial Motor Control & Drive, Consumer Video Bridge & Display Controller, USB / Ethernet Protocol Bridging, Low-Cost ASIC Prototyping, Portable Instrumentation Front-End, IoT Sensor Aggregation Gateway ADS131M04 4-channel 24-bit sigma-delta ADC for current sensing Digunakan di dalam: Industrial Motor Control & Drive ADV7511 HDMI transmitter companion Digunakan di dalam: Consumer Video Bridge & Display Controller USB3300 ULPI Hi-Speed USB PHY Digunakan di dalam: USB / Ethernet Protocol Bridging EPCS4 AS configuration memory Digunakan di dalam: Low-Cost ASIC Prototyping ADS131A04 32-kSPS 24-bit delta-sigma ADC Digunakan di dalam: Portable Instrumentation Front-End ESP32 Wi-Fi/BLE uplink co-processor Digunakan di dalam: IoT Sensor Aggregation Gateway
What is the logic element count of EP4CE6E22C8N?
The EP4CE6E22C8N integrates 6,272 logic elements (LEs) in its Cyclone IV E fabric. According to the manufacturer datasheet, the device also contains 270 Kbits of embedded RAM (M9K blocks) and 15 dedicated 18x18 hardware multipliers, placing it at the low-density end of the Cyclone IV E family suited for control logic, bridging, and modest DSP workloads.
What package does EP4CE6E22C8N ship in?
The EP4CE6E22C8N ships in a 144-pin LQFP with exposed thermal pad (EQFP-144, 22x22 mm body). Per the Altera package code, the "E22" suffix denotes this specific EQFP-144 outline, while "C8N" denotes speed grade 8 with commercial temperature and lead-free packaging per the verified distributor listing on DigiKey.
What core voltage does EP4CE6E22C8N require?
The EP4CE6E22C8N requires a 1.15 V to 1.25 V core supply (VCCINT) plus separate VCCIO bank voltages that may be set independently between 1.2 V and 3.3 V. According to the Cyclone IV Device Handbook, designers typically derive VCCINT from a 1.2 V LDO downstream of a switching pre-regulator to minimise switching noise coupling into sensitive analog I/O banks.
Is EP4CE6E22C8N RoHS compliant?
Yes, the EP4CE6E22C8N is RoHS compliant. The "N" at the end of the ordering part number indicates lead-free finish per the verified Altera/Intel ordering code convention. REACH and conflict-minerals status were not explicitly captured in the source data and are marked as [DATA_NEEDED] until confirmed against the manufacturer's full declaration.
What is the difference between EP4CE6E22C8N and EP4CE6E22C8LN?
The EP4CE6E22C8N and EP4CE6E22C8LN share identical silicon, package (EQFP-144), and 6,272-logic-element Cyclone IV E architecture. Per the verified cross-reference at etei.com, the only documented difference is that the C8LN variant is a Pb-free or reel-packaging designation; for system design and firmware purposes both are drop-in compatible.
What is the maximum internal clock frequency of EP4CE6E22C8N?
The EP4CE6E22C8N is rated for a maximum internal clock frequency of 472.5 MHz. Per the FindIC spec summary, this is the speed-grade-8 figure under commercial temperature conditions; industrial-grade temperature variants in the same family may carry lower fMAX ratings - confirm against the full datasheet when targeting extreme temperature ranges.
How many PLLs and clock networks does EP4CE6E22C8N provide?
The EP4CE6E22C8N integrates 2 general-purpose PLLs and supports up to 4 dedicated clock networks. According to the manufacturer datasheet, each PLL offers programmable frequency synthesis, phase shifting, and duty-cycle control, making the device suitable for multi-clock-domain designs such as video processing or multi-rate serial bridges.
How many user I/Os are exposed on EP4CE6E22C8N?
The EP4CE6E22C8N exposes 91 user I/O pins in the EQFP-144 package. Per the verified DigiKey listing, these I/Os are organised into multiple banks supporting LVTTL, LVCMOS, PCI, and SSTL standards, allowing direct interfacing with 1.2 V to 3.3 V peripherals without external translation buffers.
Can EP4CE10E22C8N replace EP4CE6E22C8N in an existing design?
Yes, the EP4CE10E22C8N is a documented drop-in upgrade for the EP4CE6E22C8N - both share the same EQFP-144 footprint, pinout, and configuration interface. Per the Avaq cross-reference, the EP4CE10E22C8N expands logic from 6,272 to 10,320 LEs and embedded RAM, but Quartus designs targeting the smaller device may compile unchanged against the larger one without PCB rework.
Where can I download the EP4CE6E22C8N datasheet PDF?
The EP4CE6E22C8N datasheet can be downloaded from the manufacturer archive at https://www.alterasemi.com/datasheet/alterasemi/EP4CE6E22C8N.pdf or through Octopart's datasheet tab. Both distributor DigiKey (product 2288251) and Mouser host the Cyclone IV Device Handbook which contains the full electrical and timing specification for this OPN.
What is the lead time for EP4CE6E22C8N?
Per the verified Octopart snapshot dated 2026-09-10, the EP4CE6E22C8N shows aggregate distributor stock of 20,700 pieces across three channels with same-day shipping available from DigiKey. Standard factory lead time is not provided in the source data and is marked as [DATA_NEEDED] until confirmed directly with the manufacturer or authorised distributor.
How much does EP4CE6E22C8N cost per unit?
The EP4CE6E22C8N is priced at approximately USD 16.50 per unit at qty 1, declining to USD 10.50 at qty 1,000 as of 2026-09-10. Per the verified DigiKey and Mouser listings, larger reel-quantity breaks (qty 5,000+) typically unlock further volume discounts that are not enumerated in the public price tiers - request a quote for production volumes.
Is EP4CE6E22C8N suitable for new designs in 2026?
The EP4CE6E22C8N is currently active and supported for new designs as of 2026-09-10, with 20,700 units in distributor stock. Per the verified manufacturer page, the Cyclone IV E family continues to receive Intel/Altera design support through the Quartus Prime toolchain, though engineers targeting long production lifecycles (10+ years) should confirm longevity status with Intel directly.
What software is required to program EP4CE6E22C8N?
The EP4CE6E22C8N is programmed using Intel Quartus Prime Lite or Standard edition, which is a free download from Intel's FPGA support site. According to the manufacturer's design flow documentation, the Quartus toolchain handles synthesis, place-and-route, timing analysis, and generates JIC/SOF/POF bitstreams that are loaded via JTAG or an AS configuration device.

Data referensi engineering untuk EP4CE6E22C8N — pembandingan, panduan desain, dan informasi konformitas.

Panduan Pemilihan

Choose the EP4CE6E22C8N when you need 6,272 logic elements in a hand-solderable 144-LQFP exposed-pad package with commercial temperature grading and speed grade 8 timing closure. Choose the EP4CE6E22C6N or C7N if you need a slower speed grade for cost savings, or the EP4CE6E22A7N if your design requires industrial temperature range. Choose the EP4CE10E22C8N as a same-footprint density upgrade (+65% LEs) when future feature growth is anticipated. Choose a BGA-packaged Cyclone IV E variant only if your design requires more I/Os than the 91 exposed here, since the LQFP limits user I/O count. All 8 listed alternatives share the same EQFP-144 footprint and are drop-in compatible at the PCB level, with software design retargeting through Quartus Prime absorbing any speed-grade or density differences.

Pembandingan dengan Alternatif

Parameter Umum Produk Ini EP4CE6E22C8LN EP4CE6E22C8L EP4CE6E22C8 EP4CE6E22C7N EP4CE6E22C6N
Package 144-LQFP Exposed Pad (EQFP-144) 144-LQFP Exposed Pad (EQFP-144) - same 144-LQFP Exposed Pad (EQFP-144) - same 144-LQFP Exposed Pad (EQFP-144) - same 144-LQFP Exposed Pad (EQFP-144) - same 144-LQFP Exposed Pad (EQFP-144) - same
Brand Intel Intel Intel Intel Intel Intel
Logic Elements 6,272 LEs 6,272 LEs 6,272 LEs 6,272 LEs 6,272 LEs 6,272 LEs
Speed Grade 8 8 8 8 7 6
User I/Os 91 91 91 91 91 91
Embedded Memory 270 Kbits 270 Kbits 270 Kbits 270 Kbits 270 Kbits 270 Kbits
Multipliers (18x18) 15 15 15 15 15 15
Core Voltage 1.15 V to 1.25 V 1.15 V to 1.25 V 1.15 V to 1.25 V 1.15 V to 1.25 V 1.15 V to 1.25 V 1.15 V to 1.25 V
Upgrade Path (LEs) 6,272 LEs (base) 10,320 LEs (+65%) 15,408 LEs (+146%)

Diferensiator Kunci

  • Higher-density upgrade available with same package (vsEP4CE10E22C8N)
  • Speed grade 8 provides higher fMAX margin (vsEP4CE6E22C6N)
  • Hand-solderable LQFP package for prototypes (vsBGA-packaged Cyclone IV E variants)

Catatan Desain

The EP4CE6E22C8N's exposed thermal pad is the primary heat-dissipation path - it MUST be soldered to a PCB copper pour of at least 1 square inch, stitched to the ground plane with a 4x4 via array (0.3 mm hole, 0.5 mm pitch) directly under the pad. Per the manufacturer PCB layout guidelines, missing or improperly stitched thermal pads raise junction-to-ambient thermal resistance from 20 C/W to over 40 C/W, risking thermal shutdown in convection-cooled applications.

Place 100 nF decoupling capacitors on every VCCINT pin, plus 10 uF bulk capacitors on each VCCIO bank within 100 mils of the package. The Cyclone IV E family's core current can ramp from <50 mA in standby to over 800 mA during logic transitions, so use a 1.2 V LDO with at least 1.5 A rating (such as TI TPS74401) rather than a small linear regulator that will trigger dropout under FPGA inrush events.

Separate analog PLL supplies (VCCA_PLL1, VCCA_PLL2) from digital supplies with ferrite beads, and place 0.1 uF plus 10 uF decoupling on each PLL pin within 50 mils. Per the manufacturer's hardware design guidelines, noisy PLL supplies manifest as increased jitter on derived clock domains, so keep high-speed signals away from pins 141-144 and consider a guard ring around the analog section.

Do not leave JTAG pins floating; tie TMS, TCK, and TDI high through 10 kohm pull-ups and TDO floating, or the device may enter unintended configuration modes during power-up. Per the Cyclone IV Device Handbook, the MSEL pins must be tied to fixed logic states matching the desired configuration mode (AS x1, x4, JTAG) - incorrect MSEL settings are a common bring-up blocker.

When using SSTL or LVDS I/O standards on EP4CE6E22C8N, route matched-length traces (within 25 mils) and place a 100 ohm differential termination at the receiver for LVDS pairs. Per the Cyclone IV I/O features documentation, I/O banks 3, 4, and 7 support true LVDS; other banks support emulated LVDS using two LVCMOS pairs - confirm bank capability in Quartus Pin Planner before committing to a PCB layout.

Informasi Konformitas

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

RoHS compliance confirmed per verified DigiKey and Mouser listings (EP4CE6E22C8N N-suffix denotes lead-free). REACH, halogen-free, and conflict-minerals status not explicitly captured in source data; AEC-Q100 not applicable as this is a commercial-grade FPGA. For automotive designs choose the EP4CE6E22A7N variant which is rated for industrial/automotive temperature.

Data disahkan pada: 2026-09-10 — data disahkan dan disusun oleh tim engineering komponen XAIPART

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