10M25DCF256A7G - MAX 10 FPGA, 25K LE, 256-FBGA | Intel
MPN: 10M25DCF256A7G ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $71.4 | $71.40 |
| 10 | $64.26 | $642.60 |
| 100 | $57.12 | $5,712.00 |
| 500 | $50 | $25,000.00 |
| 1,000 | $42.84 | $42,840.00 |
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View Datasheet →10M25DCF256A7G Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Family | MAX 10 |
| Logic Elements (LE) | 25,000 |
| Embedded Memory (Kbits) | 1,728 |
| Maximum User I/Os | 178 |
| DSP Blocks (18x18 Multipliers) | 45 |
| PLLs | 4 |
| Process Technology | TSMC 55nm NOR Flash |
| Core Voltage (VCCINT) | 1.2 V |
| I/O Voltage (VCCIO) | 3.3 V (supports 1.2/1.5/1.8/2.5/3.3 V) |
| Configuration | Internal dual-configuration flash (non-volatile) |
| Integrated ADC | 12-bit, up to 1 Msps, 17 channels |
| Package | 256-ball FBGA (F256) |
| Speed Grade | -7 |
| Temperature Grade | Commercial (0C to +85C) |
| Operating Temperature | 0C to +85C |
| Maximum Core Frequency | 450 MHz |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
10M25DCF256A7G 256-ball fbga (f256) Pin Configuration Guide
Complete pinout information for 10M25DCF256A7G (256-ball fbga (f256) package). This digital IC includes GPIO, communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C), and power pins. Refer to the manufacturer datasheet for alternate pin functions and configuration options. Essential for embedded system design and PCB layout.
No detailed pinout data available for 10M25DCF256A7G.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Safe Operating Area (SOA) & Thermal Characteristics
No official SOA curve available for this digital IC. Always operate within absolute maximum ratings specified in the datasheet. Ensure adequate cooling and derate as needed.
Typical Applications
10M25DCF256A7G is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Motor Control, Factory Automation I/O Expansion, Low-Cost Video Processing, IoT Edge Sensor Fusion, Portable Medical Device Front-End, LED Display and Lighting Controllers.
Industrial Motor Control
The 10M25DCF256A7G's 25,000 logic elements and 45 18x18 DSP blocks execute multi-axis field-oriented control (FOC) algorithms, while its 178 user I/Os handle 6-channel PWM generation, quadrature encoder inputs, and resolver feedback signals in industrial drives up to 10 kW. The integrated 12-bit ADC with 17 analog channels samples motor phase currents and DC bus voltage at up to 1 Msps without an external mixed-signal IC, reducing BOM cost. The -7 speed grade supports 100 MHz PWM switching frequencies needed for 20 kHz FOC loops. Designers benefit from MAX 10's instant-on (<100 ms), eliminating boot-PROM latency in safety-critical drive startups.
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Factory Automation I/O Expansion
In factory automation, the 10M25DCF256A7G provides 178 high-speed LVCMOS/LVDS user I/Os that aggregate multiple field-bus interfaces including EtherCAT, Profinet, and Modbus TCP into a single programmable logic fabric. Its 4 PLLs generate jitter-clean clocks for synchronized industrial Ethernet at 100 Mbps, while 1,728 Kbits of embedded memory buffer high-speed serial streams. The non-volatile flash configuration eliminates boot failure modes in 24/7 factory environments and supports remote field upgrade over Ethernet. Commercial 0C to +85C temperature grade suits enclosed control cabinets with modest thermal rise.
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Low-Cost Video Processing
The 10M25DCF256A7G is well-suited to low-cost video processing applications such as multi-camera surveillance, video format conversion, and HDMI splitters. Its 45 DSP blocks process pixel-rate arithmetic (color space conversion, scaling), while 1,728 Kbits of embedded memory hold line buffers for 1080p60 video at 148.5 MHz pixel clock. The integrated ADC samples auxiliary analog video inputs (composite or VGA) for legacy input bridging. At $42-71 unit pricing as of 2026-09-05, the 10M25 delivers DSP performance at a price point below dedicated video ASSPs, ideal for sub-$200 video products.
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IoT Edge Sensor Fusion
The 10M25DCF256A7G combines a programmable logic fabric with an integrated 12-bit ADC and 1,728 Kbits of memory in a single 256-FBGA package - ideal for IoT edge sensor fusion nodes. Designers implement decision-tree or lightweight ML inference directly in logic (faster than microcontrollers) while the integrated ADC samples temperature, pressure, and motion sensors. Non-volatile flash configuration supports secure OTA firmware updates, and 178 I/Os drive multiple sensor buses (I2C, SPI, UART) in parallel. The 25K LE capacity handles ~10 sensor streams with Kalman filtering at 1 kHz per channel.
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Portable Medical Device Front-End
Portable medical devices such as patient monitors, pulse oximeters, and handheld ultrasound benefit from the 10M25DCF256A7G's instant-on non-volatile configuration (critical for emergency-startup devices) and integrated 12-bit ADC for analog front-end signal conditioning. The 25K logic elements implement ECG/EEG digital filtering (notch, low-pass) and heart-rate detection algorithms, while 178 I/Os drive LCD displays, keypads, and Bluetooth/wireless module interfaces. At $42-71 unit cost, the MAX 10 enables medical-grade functionality in cost-sensitive consumer health products. Commercial temperature grade suits body-worn or clinic-side use.
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LED Display and Lighting Controllers
The 10M25DCF256A7G drives large LED video walls, architectural lighting, and stage DMX systems with 178 high-speed outputs capable of multiplexing thousands of LED channels at 30+ Hz refresh rates. Its 45 DSP blocks implement per-channel gamma correction and color-space mapping in real time, while 1,728 Kbits of embedded memory holds frame buffers for tiled LED panels. The 4 PLLs generate pixel clocks up to 450 MHz, supporting 4K LED controllers. The MAX 10's non-volatile configuration and instant-on behavior suit permanent-installation LED walls where boot latency is unacceptable.
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Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | 10M25DAF256C7G | 10M25DAF256I7G | 10M16DCF256A7G | 10M08DCF256A7G | 10M25DCF256I7G | 10CL025YU256A7G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 256-FBGA (F256) | 256-FBGA (F256) | 256-FBGA (F256) | 256-FBGA (F256) | 256-FBGA (F256) | 256-FBGA (F256) | 256-UBGA (UB256) |
| Brand | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel |
| Logic Elements (LE) | 25,000 | 25,000 | 25,000 | 16,000 | 8,000 | 25,000 | 25,000 |
| Embedded Memory (Kbits) | 1,728 | 1,728 | 1,728 | 819 | 378 | 1,728 | 594 |
| DSP Blocks (18x18 Multipliers) | 45 | 45 | 45 | 32 | 24 | 45 | 66 |
| Maximum User I/Os | 178 | 178 | 178 | 178 | 178 | 178 | 176 |
| PLLs | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Integrated ADC | 12-bit, 1 Msps, 17 channels | 12-bit, 1 Msps, 17 channels | 12-bit, 1 Msps, 17 channels | 12-bit, 1 Msps, 17 channels | 12-bit, 1 Msps, 17 channels | 12-bit, 1 Msps, 17 channels | None |
| Temperature Grade | Commercial (0C to +85C) | Commercial | Industrial (-40C to +100C) | Commercial | Commercial | Industrial (-40C to +100C) | Commercial |
| Approximate Unit Price (qty 1, as of 2026-09-05) | $71.40 | [DATA_NEEDED] | [DATA_NEEDED] | Lower (~30% less) | Lower (~50% less) | [DATA_NEEDED] | [DATA_NEEDED] |
Key Differentiators
- Mid-density 25K LE with integrated 12-bit ADC (vs 10M16DCF256A7G)
- Drop-in pin compatibility across the entire MAX 10 F256 family (vs 10M08DCF256A7G)
- Non-volatile flash configuration eliminates external boot PROM (vs 10CL025YU256A7G)
Design Notes
The 10M25DCF256A7G requires two main supply rails: VCCINT at 1.2 V (core logic, flash, ADC) and VCCIO at 3.3 V or lower per bank configuration. Estimated: at typical industrial utilization (~30% LE, 50% DSP, 100 MHz), core current is approximately 200-400 mA, requiring a 1.2 V linear or buck regulator rated at 1 A minimum. VCCA (analog ADC supply) at 2.5 V must be sourced from a clean low-noise LDO; ripple above 20 mVpp degrades ADC SNR. Add a 0.1 uF X7R decoupling capacitor within 2 mm of every VCC pin, and bulk 100 uF polymer capacitors per rail at board entry.
The 256-ball FBGA package uses a 1.0 mm ball pitch, requiring microvia or via-in-pad PCB technology. Estimated: 4-6 routing layers minimum (signal, GND, VCCINT, VCCIO, signal, GND) to escape the BGA fanout. Use 0.1 mm (4 mil) trace/space rules. Matched-length routing of 50 ohm single-ended traces is required for LVDS pairs and DDR memory interfaces. Place the JTAG header within 50 mm to avoid programming issues, and add a 10 kohm pull-up on nCONFIG and a 1 kohm pull-up on nSTATUS per MAX 10 hardware design guide.
Common pitfalls when designing with the 10M25DCF256A7G: (1) Configuring VCCIO bank voltage incorrectly - the 8 I/O banks support mixed voltages (1.2/1.5/1.8/2.5/3.3 V) but each bank must be tied to a single voltage; mixing within a bank damages I/O buffers. (2) Forgetting to enable dual-configuration mode if remote field upgrade is needed. (3) Using the integrated ADC without proper PCB layout - analog grounds must be isolated from digital grounds with a single-point connection. (4) Exceeding 178 user I/Os in pin assignment - this is the MAX for F256, not the package pin count.
Compliance Information
RoHS and REACH compliance confirmed per ETEI comparison data and Intel MAX 10 product documentation. Not AEC-Q100 qualified - this is a commercial/industrial part, not automotive grade.
