EP1C3T144C7 - 2910-LAB Cyclone FPGA, 104 I/O, LQFP-144
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EP1C3T144C7 Overview
A field-programmable gate array is a digital semiconductor whose configurable logic blocks, embedded memory, and I/O resources are configured after manufacture. FPGAs occupy a position between fixed logic ICs and programmable microcontrollers: they provide parallel hardware flexibility, deterministic I/O timing, and reconfigurable architectures. The Cyclone family uses a 0.13 µm SRAM process according to the retrieved family documentation and scales to 20,060 logic elements and 288 Kbits of RAM, although the exact EP1C3T144C7 resource details must be confirmed against its datasheet.
The verified distributor data identifies 2,910 logic elements, 104 I/O, 2910 cells, a 320.1 MHz maximum frequency, 1.5 V supply, and a 144-LQFP package. One secondary source reports a 59,904-bit device identifier, while another product overview indicates 2,910 LEs and a broader 1.5 V to 3.3 V operating-supply range. Because the verified excerpts do not establish pin-level bank voltages, memory capacity, temperature grade, or every timing boundary, those details remain subject to manufacturer-documentation review.
EP1C3T144C7 is suited to industrial and embedded prototypes requiring numerous general-purpose I/O, moderate logic capacity, and deterministic configurable logic. Potential uses include programmable I/O expansion, legacy interface bridging, control logic, industrial automation, instrumentation, and embedded communications. Its 104 I/O provide substantial board-level connectivity, while the LQFP-144 package is convenient for prototype boards and manual inspection.
Designers should treat an FPGA replacement as a hardware, toolchain, and timing problem rather than a simple procurement substitution. Confirm the exact package pinout, supported I/O standards, bank supply domains, configuration scheme, clock requirements, and Quartus-compatible device support before layout release. Do not assume that another FPGA with a similar package is pin-compatible merely because both use 144 pins.
This page combines the verified distributor specifications, sourced replacement data, and procurement guidance. Because the available search results do not provide complete electrical tables or a complete pin map, unverified values are explicitly marked rather than inferred. Final release should be based on the manufacturer datasheet and successful timing, power, and configuration validation.
Drop-in alternatives for EP1C3T144C7 — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
Variants in this series
Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with EP1C3T144C7 (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Package, Logic Elements, Operating Temperature, Process Technology, Speed Grade.
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EP1C3T144C6
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EP1C3T144C7 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Device Type | Cyclone Field Programmable Gate Array |
| Logic Elements | 2910 LEs |
| Distributor Cell Count | 2910 cells |
| Maximum Stated Frequency | 320.1 MHz |
| User I/O | 104 I/O |
| Core Supply | 1.5 V |
| Secondary Reported Operating Supply Range | 1.5 V to 3.3 V |
| Package | 144-pin LQFP |
| Package Family | LQFP-144 |
| Terminal Count | 144 terminals |
| Package Shape | Square |
| Lead Form | Gull wing |
| Process Technology | 0.13 µm SRAM process |
| Programmable Device | FPGA |
| Reported Device Identifier | 59904 |
| Secondary Reported Minimum Temperature | 0 °C |
| Secondary Reported Maximum Temperature | 70 °C |
| Manufacturer | Altera Corporation |
EP1C3T144C7 square Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for EP1C3T144C7 (square 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 EP1C3T144C7.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
EP1C3T144C7 is suitable for 6 applications: Embedded Control Logic, Industrial Interface Bridging, Programmable Data Acquisition Front End, Communications Protocol Conversion, Instrumentation and Test Equipment, Audio and Signal-Control Systems.
Embedded Control Logic
EP1C3T144C7 fits deterministic control and sequencing blocks where 2,910 logic elements and 104 user I/O provide useful board-level parallelism. A designer can implement state machines, interlocks, timers, and interface logic in configurable hardware instead of expanding a microcontroller pin budget. The 144-pin LQFP is also practical for prototype boards because its gull-wing leads are easy to inspect and route. Before release, verify the exact speed grade, clock limits, I/O voltage domains, and configuration scheme against the design timing.
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Industrial Interface Bridging
The 104-I/O EP1C3T144C7 can consolidate parallel and legacy interfaces in industrial equipment, allowing one configurable fabric to buffer, translate, or sequence signals between modules. Its 2,910 logic elements make it appropriate for moderate glue logic rather than a very large processor subsystem. Use the LQFP footprint to shorten prototype development cycles, but confirm bank power domains and supported I/O standards from the exact device documentation; the retrieved 1.5 V core specification does not by itself prove that every I/O pin accepts 3.3 V.
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Programmable Data Acquisition Front End
EP1C3T144C7 can coordinate parallel converters, counters, and data-capture control in a programmable acquisition front end. The verified 104-I/O count leaves room for converter buses, control signals, status flags, and clock distribution, while the stated 320.1 MHz maximum provides a clear timing target for synchronous logic. The exact input thresholds, output drive, and timing relationships must be checked against the selected FPGA pins and the external converter interface before claiming signal integrity.
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Communications Protocol Conversion
The Cyclone EP1C3T144C7 is suitable for protocol conversion and packet-control logic when a design needs parallel FPGA resources and numerous control pins. Its programmable architecture allows UART, parallel-to-serial, framing, and buffer functions to be consolidated in one device, while the 144-pin package supports accessible prototype routing. Verify the configuration memory interface, clocking architecture, I/O standards, and timing constraints in the manufacturer datasheet before implementing a communications bridge.
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Instrumentation and Test Equipment
For instrumentation, EP1C3T144C7 can implement timing, sequencing, trigger, and data-routing functions alongside external analog and conversion components. Its 2,910 logic elements are suitable for moderate control planes, and the 104 user I/O can expose measurement-control signals without requiring a large pin-count ASIC. Designers should establish deterministic clocking, use the device-specific pin table, and validate input thresholds and output timing for the target instrument rather than relying on the distributor category listing alone.
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Audio and Signal-Control Systems
EP1C3T144C7 can implement audio routing, sample-clock control, word alignment, and mode sequencing in a programmable signal system. Its parallel I/O resources are useful when the design must connect several converter or digital audio signals, while configurable logic allows control behavior to be changed without a board respin. The retrieved data does not state supported I/O standards or PLL resources, so those functions must be checked against the exact Cyclone device documentation before layout and firmware development.
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Engineering reference data for EP1C3T144C7 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EP1C3T144C6 | EP1C3T144C6N | EP1C3T144C8N | EP1C3T144C7N | EP1C3T144C5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera |
| Package | 144-pin LQFP | TQFP-144 | TQFP-144 | TQFP-144 | TQFP-144 | TQFP-144 |
Key Differentiators
- Moderate parallel logic and I/O resource balance (vs EP1C3T144C8N)
- Same 104-I/O class with a 144-pin package (vs EP1C3T144C6)
- Direct Cyclone-family sourcing path (vs EP1C3T144C6N)
Design Notes
Treat the 144-pin LQFP footprint as a device-specific mechanical and electrical layout constraint. Place the FPGA close to the supported configuration and clock circuitry, route power and ground planes deliberately, and preserve access to all 104 user I/O. Before committing copper, compare the Intel EP1C3T144 pin-information document with the selected speed and package variant; the retrieved search excerpts do not provide individual pin functions.
Do not infer I/O voltage tolerance from the 1.5 V core-supply figure or the secondary 1.5 V to 3.3 V overview. Verify each bank supply, input threshold, output drive, and supported I/O standard against the manufacturer electrical tables. For external converters or transceivers, calculate timing margins at the actual board speed rather than using the reported 320.1 MHz device headline as a guaranteed system operating frequency.
A distributor search match is not proof of FPGA replacement compatibility. Check configuration memory requirements, JTAG or passive configuration, clock pins, bank assignments, termination, speed grade, temperature grade, and the exact LQFP footprint. After any substitution, recompile the design, compare timing reports, and run hardware tests with the intended external interfaces before production release.
The supplied data does not provide FPGA junction-temperature limits, package thermal resistance, or power dissipation tables. Use the manufacturer datasheet and actual switching activity to estimate junction temperature and copper heat spreading. Do not apply the secondary 0 °C to 70 °C overview as a design rating without confirming the exact ordering code and manufacturer test qualifications.
Compliance Information
The supplied verified results do not state RoHS, REACH, AEC-Q100, lead-free, halogen-free, or conflict-minerals status. The secondary 0 °C to 70 °C overview is not treated as an industrial qualification claim.
