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EPF10K20TC144 - FLEX 10K FPGA, 20K Gates, 144-TQFP | Intel

부품 번호: EPF10K20TC144 ✗ 단종
재고 있음 영업일 기준 1~3일 내 발송
5 V Vdss TQFP-144 (Thin Quad Flat Pack) Package
시작가 $20.75 USD / 개
MOQ: 1 |
가격 업데이트: 2026-09-11
볼륨 가격
수량 단가 합계
1 $38.5 $38.50
10 $34.2 $342.00
100 $28.95 $2,895.00
500 $24.1 $12,050.00
1,000 $20.75 $20,750.00
ℹ️ 모든 가격은 USD 기준입니다

EPF10K20TC144 개요

The Intel (formerly Altera) EPF10K20TC144 is a member of the classic FLEX 10K family of Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs), delivering approximately 20,000 typical gates and 1,152 logic elements in a 144-pin Thin Quad Flat Pack (TQFP) package. It is part of the industry's first embedded array family and integrates a 6,144-bit Embedded Array Block (EAB) that can be configured as memory, multipliers, or specialized logic functions. The device operates at 5V core and supports user I/O counts of 102 with 144-LAB architecture.

An FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) is a type of integrated circuit that contains an array of programmable logic blocks and interconnect pathways that can be configured by the end user to implement custom digital logic functions. FPGAs sit in the broader hierarchy of programmable logic devices (CPLD -> FPGA -> SoC FPGA) and semiconductor ICs, offering higher logic density and richer feature integration than CPLDs, while remaining more flexible than fixed-function ASICs. The FLEX 10K series was historically significant as one of the first devices to embed SRAM-based look-up tables alongside dedicated memory blocks, an architecture that became foundational to all modern FPGAs.

Key features of the EPF10K20TC144 include 1,152 logic elements distributed across 144 Logic Array Blocks (LABs), 12 Embedded Array Blocks providing up to 24,576 bits of RAM, and 102 user I/O pins. The device supports in-system programmability via the Altera ByteBlaster or BitBlaster interfaces through a dedicated JTAG chain, allowing rapid design iteration. Operating voltage is 5V, and the speed grade options (typically -3 or -4) determine maximum toggle frequencies of approximately 125 MHz.

The architecture combines a fine-grained logic fabric of 4-input look-up tables (LUTs) with coarse-grained EABs that can implement dual-port RAM, ROM, FIFO buffers, or arithmetic functions in a single block. This heterogeneous mix makes the FLEX 10K family well-suited to designs requiring both glue-logic and moderate on-chip memory, such as glue logic for microprocessors, custom peripheral controllers, and DSP pre-/post-processing.

Typical applications include glue-logic replacement for microprocessors and DSPs, custom interface bridging (e.g., PCI-to-local bus bridges), telecommunications line-card controllers, and industrial control logic. The 144-TQFP package supports surface-mount assembly and is widely accepted by both prototyping and production lines. Designers should note that this part is mature and may carry an NRND (Not Recommended for New Designs) lifecycle status.

A key design consideration is that the FLEX 10K family requires a 5V supply and uses SRAM-based configuration, meaning the design must be loaded from an external EPROM, flash, or microcontroller on every power-up. This contrasts with Antifuse-based competitors like the Xilinx XC4000 series, which are one-time programmable but offer faster wake-up. Designers migrating from the EPF10K20TC144 to newer Cyclone or MAX families should plan for I/O voltage and configuration scheme changes.

This page synthesizes distributor availability data, FLEX 10K family cross-reference options, and practical migration guidance not found in a single datasheet source.

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이 시리즈의 변형

다음과 드롭인 호환되는 동일 시리즈 모델: EPF10K20TC144 (동일 폼 팩터 및 풋프린트) — 차이점: Operating Temperature, Package, Configuration Method, Total RAM Bits, Logic Elements / Cells.

Altera
Operating Temperature: 0C to +70C (Commercial, N suffix)
Configuration Method: Passive Serial / ByteBlaster; volatile SRAM (external EPC1/EPC2 PROM required)
Total RAM Bits: 49152
비교 대상: EPF10K20TC144 →
Altera
Operating Temperature: 0 C to 70 C (Commercial)
Package: 144-LQFP (TQFP-144)
Total RAM Bits: 6144
비교 대상: EPF10K20TC144 →
Intel
Operating Temperature: 0 C to 70 C (Commercial)
Package: 144-LQFP (TQFP) 22x22 mm
Configuration Method: SRAM-based, serial configuration interface
비교 대상: EPF10K20TC144 →
Intel
Operating Temperature: 0°C to +70°C (commercial)
Package: 144-LQFP / TQFP-144
Configuration Method: Passive Serial / JTAG (SRAM-based, volatile)
비교 대상: EPF10K20TC144 →
Intel
Operating Temperature: 0C to 70C (commercial)
Package: 144-LQFP (TQFP), 45 x 45 mm, 1.27 mm pitch
Logic Elements / Cells: 1,152
비교 대상: EPF10K20TC144 →
Altera
Operating Temperature: 0C to +70C (Commercial)
Package: 144-pin TQFP
Total RAM Bits: 12,288 bits
비교 대상: EPF10K20TC144 →

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EPF10K20TC144-4N

✅ 드롭인
Altera
📦 TQFP-144
FLEX 10K · 1,152 · 20,000 gates · 63,000 gates · 144 · 6 · 12,288 bits · 102

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$52 / 개

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EPF10K20TC144-4

✅ 드롭인
Intel
📦 TQFP-144
FLEX 10K · 20,000 · 63,000 · 1,152 · 144 · 12,288 bits · 102 · 4.75 V to 5.25 V (5 V nominal)

✓ 재고 있음

$18.95 / 개

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EPF10K20TC144-3N

✅ 드롭인 ⚠️ 사양 미검증
Intel
📦 TQFP-144
FLEX 10K · 1,152 · 20,000 (typical) · 12,288 · 144 · 102 · 5 V · 0.42 µm CMOS

✓ 재고 있음

$20.85 / 개

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EPF10K30TC144-4

✅ 드롭인
📦 TQFP-144
Higher density (30K gates vs 20K gates, +50%) same TQFP-144 footprint, same FLEX 10K architecture

📋 참조 대체품 (카탈로그에 없음)

EPF10K10TC144-4N

✅ 드롭인
Altera
📦 TQFP-144
FLEX-10K · FLEX-10K Embedded Programmable Logic Device · 576 · 72 · 6144 · 10000 (typical usable) · 102 · 4.75 V to 5.25 V

✓ 재고 있음

$15.5 / 개

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EPF10K100EQC240-2N

✅ 드롭인
Altera
📦 TQFP-144
FLEX 10KE · 4992 · 49152 · 624 · 100000 · 189 · 2.375 V to 2.625 V (typ. 2.5 V) · 3.3 V multi-voltage I/O

✓ 재고 있음

$18.4 / 개

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EPF10K20TC144 최대 정격 & 전기적 특성

Series FLEX 10K
Logic Elements 1,152
Typical Gates 20,000
Number of LABs 144
Number of EABs 12
Total EAB RAM Bits 24,576 bits
User I/Os 102
Operating Voltage (Core) 5 V
Package Type TQFP-144 (Thin Quad Flat Pack)
핀 수 144
Package Dimensions 22 x 22 mm
Lead Pitch 0.5 mm
Operating Temperature (Commercial) 0 C to +70 C
Configuration Method SRAM-based (volatile, requires external boot)
실장 유형 Surface Mount

EPF10K20TC144 핀 구성

TQFP-144 Package Pinout Diagram TQFP-144 20x20mm, P0.5mm, JEDEC MS-026. 1 36 TQFP-144
핀 1 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
핀 2 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
핀 3 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
핀 4 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
핀 5 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
핀 6 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
핀 7 VCCIO1 — I/O bank 1 supply voltage
핀 8 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
핀 9 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
핀 10 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
핀 11 GND — Ground
핀 12 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
핀 13 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
핀 14 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
핀 15 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
핀 16 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
핀 17 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
핀 18 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
핀 19 VCCINT — Core supply voltage (5V)
핀 20 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
핀 21 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
핀 22 GND — Ground
핀 23 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
핀 24 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
핀 25 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
핀 26 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
핀 27 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
핀 28 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
핀 29 VCCIO2 — I/O bank 2 supply voltage
핀 30 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
핀 31 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
핀 32 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
핀 33 GND — Ground
핀 34 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
핀 35 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
핀 36 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
핀 37 nCONFIG — Configuration control (active low)
핀 38 nSTATUS — Configuration status (active low)
핀 39 CONF_DONE — Configuration done indicator
핀 40 VCCINT — Core supply voltage (5V)
핀 41 DCLK — Configuration clock input
핀 42 DATA0 — Configuration data input
핀 43 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
핀 44 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
핀 45 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
핀 46 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
핀 47 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
핀 48 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
핀 49 GND — Ground
핀 50 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
핀 51 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
핀 52 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
핀 53 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
핀 54 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
핀 55 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
핀 56 VCCIO3 — I/O bank 3 supply voltage
핀 57 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
핀 58 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
핀 59 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
핀 60 GND — Ground
핀 61 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
핀 62 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
핀 63 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
핀 64 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
핀 65 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
핀 66 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
핀 67 VCCINT — Core supply voltage (5V)
핀 68 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
핀 69 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
핀 70 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
핀 71 GND — Ground
핀 72 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
핀 73 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
핀 74 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
핀 75 TDI — JTAG test data input
핀 76 TDO — JTAG test data output
핀 77 TMS — JTAG test mode select
핀 78 TCK — JTAG test clock
핀 79 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
핀 80 VCCIO4 — I/O bank 4 supply voltage
핀 81 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
핀 82 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
핀 83 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
핀 84 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
핀 85 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
핀 86 GND — Ground
핀 87 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
핀 88 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
핀 89 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
핀 90 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
핀 91 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
핀 92 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
핀 93 VCCINT — Core supply voltage (5V)
핀 94 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
핀 95 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
핀 96 GND — Ground
핀 97 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
핀 98 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
핀 99 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
핀 100 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
핀 101 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
핀 102 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
핀 103 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
핀 104 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
핀 105 VCCIO5 — I/O bank 5 supply voltage
핀 106 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
핀 107 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
핀 108 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
핀 109 GND — Ground
핀 110 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
핀 111 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
핀 112 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
핀 113 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
핀 114 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
핀 115 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
핀 116 VCCINT — Core supply voltage (5V)
핀 117 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
핀 118 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
핀 119 GND — Ground
핀 120

일반적인 애플리케이션

EPF10K20TC144 적합 용도: 7 애플리케이션s: Microprocessor Glue Logic, Custom Peripheral Controllers, Telecommunications Line Card Interface, DSP Pre/Post-Processing Front-End, Industrial Control Logic, Prototype Logic Verification Platform, Legacy Avionics and Military Systems.

🖥️

Microprocessor Glue Logic

The EPF10K20TC144 fits microprocessor glue-logic applications where custom address decoding, bus arbitration, wait-state generation, and interrupt controllers are required. Its 1,152 logic elements across 144 LABs provide ample capacity for typical 32-bit system glue, while the 12 EABs can implement dual-port FIFOs for bus buffering. Compared to discrete 74-series logic, the FLEX 10K reduces board area by 5-10x and allows last-minute design changes via SRAM reconfiguration. Designers typically run the part at 33 MHz to match PCI or local bus speeds and benefit from its 5V-tolerant I/O when interfacing with legacy microprocessors like the 80C196 or 68k families.

🏭

Custom Peripheral Controllers

Custom peripheral controllers benefit from the EPF10K20TC144's combination of logic fabric and Embedded Array Blocks. The 12 EABs can each implement a 256x8 or 512x4 dual-port RAM block, allowing designers to build 8-12 independent FIFO buffers, lookup tables, or microcode ROMs without external memory chips. With 102 user I/Os available, the part can drive wide parallel buses and multiple serial interfaces simultaneously. Industrial peripheral boards typically run the FLEX 10K at 25-50 MHz for sensor data acquisition, and its 5V I/O bank natively supports legacy 5V peripheral ICs like the 8255 PPI or 16550 UART.

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Telecommunications Line Card Interface

Telecommunications line-card designs in the 1990s and 2000s widely adopted the EPF10K20TC144 for T1/E1 framing, HDLC controllers, and timeslot interchange functions. The device's 5V I/O tolerance directly interfaces with telecom line-interface units like the DS2155 or DS2156, eliminating level shifters. Its 24,576 bits of EAB RAM is sufficient for elastic stores, slip buffers, and jitter attenuators commonly required in TDM backplanes. The 144-TQFP package's 22x22 mm footprint fits within the standard 6U cPCI line-card area, and the part's 125 MHz speed grade in the -4 suffix accommodates 8.192 MHz TDM bus rates with margin.

🎧

DSP Pre/Post-Processing Front-End

The EPF10K20TC144 serves as a digital signal processing front-end by implementing pre- and post-processing functions in the EABs while the host DSP handles the core algorithms. Its 12 EABs can implement parallel FIR filter banks, gain control blocks, and data-format converters at sample rates up to 30 MSPS at the -4 speed grade. The 102 user I/Os provide ample connections to ADC/DAC converters and DSP host ports. Compared to discrete multiplier-accumulators, the FLEX 10K achieves equivalent throughput with fewer chips and allows algorithm updates via reconfiguration, useful during prototype development cycles.

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Industrial Control Logic

Industrial control systems benefit from the EPF10K20TC144's ability to implement custom motor control algorithms, safety interlocks, and sensor fusion logic on a single chip. The 5V I/O tolerance interfaces directly with 24V industrial sensors via optocouplers, and the 144-TQFP package supports standard SMT assembly lines used in industrial-grade PCBs. The 12 EABs allow on-chip storage of lookup tables for sine-wave PWM, S-curve profiles, or PID gain tables. Designers building CNC controllers, PLC I/O expansion modules, or servo drive front-ends have relied on the FLEX 10K family for over two decades due to its deterministic timing and robust 5V noise margin.

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Prototype Logic Verification Platform

Engineering labs and university research environments use the EPF10K20TC144 as a flexible logic verification platform due to its in-system programmability and rich EAB-based memory resources. The device can be reconfigured in milliseconds via the JTAG ByteBlaster port, enabling rapid design iteration. With 1,152 logic elements, it is large enough to implement complete CPU cores (such as the 8051 or simple RISC-V), custom peripherals, and external bus controllers on a single chip. The 5V I/O is forgiving for breadboard and prototype interface work, and the 144-TQFP package is widely supported by standard prototyping adapters and breakout boards.

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Legacy Avionics and Military Systems

Long-lifecycle military and avionics platforms continue to use the EPF10K20TC144 because of its established reliability history, MIL-spec temperature variants, and qualification data. The part's 5V core and robust I/O tolerance meet the EMI/EMC requirements of DO-160 and MIL-STD-461 environments. With 1,152 logic elements, it is well-matched to legacy avionics tasks such as ARINC 429 bus controllers, discrete I/O scanning, and display drivers. The 144-TQFP package is mechanically robust for high-vibration environments and supports the conformal coating processes required for aerospace assembly. Note that MIL-temp variants carry the -3 or -4N speed-grade suffixes within the commercial part numbering scheme.

추천 제품 요약

EPF10K30TC144-4 Higher-density variant for complex glue logic 사용처: Microprocessor Glue Logic, Custom Peripheral Controllers, Telecommunications Line Card Interface, DSP Pre/Post-Processing Front-End, Prototype Logic Verification Platform, Legacy Avionics and Military Systems EPF10K10TC144-4N Altera 사용처: Microprocessor Glue Logic, Industrial Control Logic EPF10K20TC144-4N Altera 사용처: Custom Peripheral Controllers, DSP Pre/Post-Processing Front-End, Industrial Control Logic EPF10K20TC144-4 Intel 사용처: Telecommunications Line Card Interface, Legacy Avionics and Military Systems EPF10K20TC144-3N Intel 사용처: Prototype Logic Verification Platform
What is the EPF10K20TC144?
The EPF10K20TC144 is a member of the Intel (formerly Altera) FLEX 10K family of Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) with approximately 20,000 typical gates and 1,152 logic elements. It is housed in a 144-pin Thin Quad Flat Pack (TQFP) package and operates from a 5V core supply. The FLEX 10K series was the industry's first embedded-array FPGA architecture, combining logic LUTs with dedicated Embedded Array Blocks (EABs) for memory and arithmetic.
How many logic elements does the EPF10K20TC144 have?
The EPF10K20TC144 contains 1,152 logic elements distributed across 144 Logic Array Blocks (LABs), plus 12 Embedded Array Blocks providing up to 24,576 bits of on-chip RAM. This combination of fine-grained LUT fabric with coarse-grained EABs allowed designers to implement glue logic alongside dual-port RAM and arithmetic functions in a single chip. According to the FLEX 10K datasheet, each LAB contains 8 logic elements.
Is the EPF10K20TC144 still in production?
The EPF10K20TC144 has been classified by Intel (Altera) as NRND (Not Recommended for New Designs) and is approaching end-of-life. Inventory remains available through authorized distributors like DigiKey and Mouser, but long-term availability is constrained. For new designs, Intel recommends migrating to the Cyclone IV or Cyclone V series, which offer lower cost, lower power, and higher density in modern packages.
Where can I buy the EPF10K20TC144?
The EPF10K20TC144 can be purchased through authorized distributors including DigiKey, Mouser, Win Source, and AmpHeo, as of 2026-09-11. Pricing varies by quantity break, with typical qty-1 unit prices starting around $38.50 and dropping to roughly $20.75 at qty-1,000. Stock should be confirmed directly with the distributor since this part is NRND and inventory is finite.
What is the lead time for the EPF10K20TC144?
Lead time for the EPF10K20TC144 depends on distributor stock at the time of order, as of 2026-09-11. Authorized distributors like DigiKey and Mouser typically show factory stock or on-shelf inventory for NRND parts, which can ship immediately when available. Once inventory is exhausted, brokers and excess inventory suppliers may carry the part at premium pricing with extended lead times of 8-12 weeks. For new designs, plan migration to Cyclone series immediately.
How much does the EPF10K20TC144 cost?
As of 2026-09-11, the EPF10K20TC144 unit price is approximately $38.50 at qty 1, dropping to $34.20 at qty 10, $28.95 at qty 100, $24.10 at qty 500, and $20.75 at qty 1,000. Pricing reflects distributor market data and may fluctuate due to NRND status and shrinking supply. Compare qty-1 prices across DigiKey, Mouser, and Octopart before ordering to capture the best available deal.
What is the difference between EPF10K20TC144-3 and EPF10K20TC144-4?
The EPF10K20TC144-3 and EPF10K20TC144-4 differ only in speed grade. The -4 speed grade is the faster device, with maximum toggle frequencies around 125 MHz, while the -3 is slower and lower-cost. Both share the identical 144-pin TQFP package, same 1,152 logic elements, same 24,576-bit EAB RAM, and same 5V core supply. They are fully pin-compatible drop-in replacements for one another when timing budgets allow.
What is the difference between EPF10K20TC144 and EPF10K30TC144?
The EPF10K30TC144 is the higher-density sibling in the FLEX 10K family with approximately 30,000 typical gates versus the EPF10K20TC144's 20,000 typical gates. Both share the identical 144-pin TQFP package footprint, making the EPF10K30TC144 a drop-in upgrade for designs that have outgrown the EPF10K20's logic capacity. Source code compiled for the EPF10K20 will typically port directly to the EPF10K30 with no schematic rework required.
What is a drop-in replacement for the EPF10K20TC144?
The best drop-in replacement for the EPF10K20TC144 is the EPF10K30TC144 from the same Intel FLEX 10K family, which shares the identical 144-pin TQFP package and offers higher logic capacity (30K gates). The EPF10K20TC144-3N, EPF10K20TC144-4N, and EPF10K20TC144-4 are direct temperature-grade and speed-grade variants of the same part. For modern designs, the Intel Cyclone IV EP4CE6E22 is a pin-compatible migration path but requires 1.2V core and Quartus II tool updates.
Where can I download the EPF10K20TC144 datasheet PDF?
The official Intel FLEX 10K datasheet (document number A-DS-F10K-02) is available for PDF download at https://www.intel.com/content/dam/www/programmable/us/en/pdfs/literature/ds/dsf10k.pdf. This datasheet covers the entire FLEX 10K family, including the EPF10K20TC144. Altera's legacy archive and datasheet aggregation sites like Datasheets.com and FindIC also host copies for offline reference.
What is the pinout of the EPF10K20TC144?
The EPF10K20TC144 uses a 144-pin TQFP (Thin Quad Flat Pack) package with 0.5 mm lead pitch and 22x22 mm body dimensions. The pinout includes 102 user I/O pins, dedicated JTAG pins (TDI, TDO, TMS, TCK), dedicated configuration pins (nCONFIG, nSTATUS, CONF_DONE, DCLK, DATA0), power pins for 5V VCCINT and VCCIO banks, and multiple GND pins. The full pin-by-pin map is published in the FLEX 10K datasheet pinout tables.
What software tools support the EPF10K20TC144?
The EPF10K20TC144 is supported by Altera's legacy Quartus II design software (versions 9.0 and earlier) and the older MAX+PLUS II toolchain. Intel continues to host Quartus II 13.0sp1 Web Edition in its legacy downloads archive, which includes device support for the FLEX 10K family. Modern Quartus Prime editions do not support FLEX 10K devices, so designers maintaining legacy hardware should retain a copy of the older toolchain.
Can the EPF10K20TC144 be used for new product designs?
Intel does not recommend the EPF10K20TC144 for new designs due to its NRND lifecycle status and shrinking supply chain. For new product development, Intel recommends the Cyclone IV (EP4CE series) or Cyclone V (5CE series) families, which offer 1.2V/1.8V operation, higher density, more memory, and active long-term support. Existing designs using the EPF10K20TC144 should continue sourcing through authorized distributors while planning migration.
Is the EPF10K20TC144 RoHS compliant?
RoHS compliance status for the EPF10K20TC144 depends on the specific part suffix. The standard EPF10K20TC144-4 may not be RoHS compliant, while the EPF10K20TC144-4N suffix indicates a Pb-free, RoHS-compliant variant per Altera's part numbering convention. The 'N' suffix specifically denotes lead-free terminal finish for compliance with the EU RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU and similar global regulations. Always confirm the exact suffix with the manufacturer's declaration of conformity.
What is the maximum operating frequency of the EPF10K20TC144?
The EPF10K20TC144-4 supports maximum toggle frequencies of approximately 125 MHz in the fast speed grade, while the EPF10K20TC144-3 operates at around 100 MHz. Actual achievable system clock speed depends on design-specific factors including logic depth, routing congestion, and I/O timing. The FLEX 10K family uses 4-input LUTs with cascadable carry chains, allowing efficient implementation of arithmetic and counter logic at these frequencies.
Is the EPF10K20TC144 the same as the Altera EPF10K20TC144-4?
The base MPN EPF10K20TC144 is the generic part designation, while EPF10K20TC144-4 specifies the commercial temperature range with speed grade -4. The '-4' suffix indicates the faster of the two available speed grades for this part. Both refer to the same die and same 144-pin TQFP package; the base MPN is typically used on datasheet titles, while the suffixed MPN is used for ordering from distributors.

엔지니어링 참조 데이터: EPF10K20TC144 — 비교, 설계 지침 및 규정 준수 정보.

선택 가이드

Choose the EPF10K20TC144 for legacy designs, educational platforms, and industrial control systems where 5V I/O compatibility and SRAM reconfigurability are required. If your design has outgrown the 20K-gate capacity, upgrade to the EPF10K30TC144 in the same TQFP-144 footprint. For RoHS-compliant builds, choose the EPF10K20TC144-4N (Pb-free suffix). If cost is the primary driver and timing margins are loose, choose the EPF10K20TC144-3 (slower speed grade). For new product designs, consider migrating to the Intel Cyclone IV or V series, which offer lower power, higher density, and active long-term support. The EPF10K20TC144 remains a viable choice when maintaining existing designs that are already in production.

대체품과의 비교

파라미터 이 제품 EPF10K20TC144-4N EPF10K20TC144-4 EPF10K30TC144-4 EPF10K10TC144-4N
Brand Intel (formerly Altera) Intel Intel Intel Intel
Package TQFP-144 TQFP-144 (same) TQFP-144 (same) TQFP-144 (same) TQFP-144 (same)
Logic Elements 1,152 1,152 1,152 1,728 576
Typical Gates 20,000 20,000 20,000 30,000 10,000
User I/Os 102 102 102 102 102
EAB RAM (bits) 24,576 24,576 24,576 32,768 12,288
Speed Grade varies (-3 or -4) -4 (125 MHz) -4 (125 MHz) -4 (125 MHz) -4 (125 MHz)
RoHS Compliance depends on suffix Pb-free, RoHS non-RoHS (legacy) non-RoHS (legacy) Pb-free, RoHS
Core Voltage 5 V 5 V 5 V 5 V 5 V

주요 차별점

  • 5V I/O native compatibility (vs Xilinx XC4000 series)
  • Embedded Array Blocks for on-chip memory (vs Smaller FPGAs without EABs)
  • Same-package density upgrade path (vs EPF10K10TC144-4N)

설계 노트

The EPF10K20TC144 requires a stable 5V supply on VCCINT pins (typically 3-4 pins distributed around the package) plus independent VCCIO supplies for each of the four I/O banks if mixed-voltage interfacing is required. Decoupling should include one 0.1 uF ceramic per VCC pin and a single 47 uF bulk tantalum or aluminum polymer capacitor within 25 mm of the device. Power sequencing is not strictly required because the FLEX 10K family is 5V-only, but in-rush current during configuration can spike to 500 mA; budget the regulator accordingly.

TQFP-144 packages have a 0.5 mm lead pitch, which requires careful PCB design: use 0.20-0.25 mm trace width between pads, IPC-SM-782 land patterns, and a 4-6 mil solder mask dam. Add ground fills under the device for thermal spreading, and use micro-via-in-pad if BGA breakouts are present in nearby circuits. Hand-soldering repair is feasible with a fine tip and preheating but is not recommended for production.

The FLEX 10K family uses SRAM-based configuration, which means the design is lost on every power-down and must be reloaded from an external EPC configuration PROM, flash, or microcontroller on every boot. This adds 50-200 ms to startup time and requires a dedicated boot source on the PCB. Without a configuration source, the device will fail to enter user mode and all I/O pins will remain tri-stated. JTAG programming via ByteBlaster is for development only; production boards must include an EPC1, EPC2, or compatible configuration memory.

규정 준수 정보

RoHS
Depends On Suffix
REACH
Compliant
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
무연
Depends On Suffix
무할로겐
Unknown
분쟁 광물
Compliant

Standard EPF10K20TC144 is not RoHS (legacy SnPb finish); the EPF10K20TC144-4N suffix denotes Pb-free, RoHS-compliant terminal finish. Always verify the exact part suffix on the datasheet declaration of conformity.

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