EP1K100QC208-1GZ - ACEX-1K FPGA 100K Gates 208-PQFP | Intel
MPN: EP1K100QC208-1GZ β End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $95 | $95.00 |
| 10 | $88.5 | $885.00 |
| 100 | $79.2 | $7,920.00 |
| 500 | $71 | $35,500.00 |
| 1,000 | $64.5 | $64,500.00 |
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EP1K100QC208-1GZ Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Series | ACEX-1K |
| Family | ACEX 1K Device Family (2.5 V) |
| Logic Elements / Cells | 4,992 |
| Typical Gate Count | 100,000 gates |
| Total RAM Bits | 49,152 bits |
| User I/O Pins | 147 |
| Supply Voltage - Core | 2.375 V to 2.625 V |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Supplier Device Package | 208-PQFP (28x28 mm) |
| Package / Case | 208-BFQFP |
| Maximum Operating Frequency | 250 MHz |
| Configuration | SRAM-based, in-system programmable |
| JTAG Support | IEEE 1149.1 boundary scan |
| Lead-Free / RoHS | Yes (GZ suffix indicates lead-free RoHS-compliant package) |
| Toolchain Support | MAX+PLUS II, Quartus |
| SameFrame Migration | Pin-compatible with selected 256-pin FineLine BGA devices |
EP1K100QC208-1GZ Pin Configuration
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| Pin 204 | nCONFIG β Configuration control pin (active-low) |
| Pin 205 | nSTATUS β Configuration status pin (active-low) |
| Pin 206 | CONF_DONE β Configuration done pin (active-high) |
| Pin 207 | TCK β JTAG test clock |
| Pin 208 | GND β Ground |
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
EP1K100QC208-1GZ is suitable for 6 applications: Legacy Industrial Control Glue Logic, Telecom Line Card Bridge Interface, Test & Measurement Front-End, Medical Instrument Controller, Military/Aerospace Retrofit Systems, Educational FPGA Teaching Platforms.
Legacy Industrial Control Glue Logic
The EP1K100QC208-1GZ is widely deployed in legacy industrial controllers where it consolidates dozens of 74-series logic devices into a single reprogrammable part. With 4,992 LEs and 49,152 bits of embedded dual-port RAM, it can host multiple finite state machines, timing generators, and small protocol engines on the same die. The 2.5 V core and 147 user I/O pins allow direct interfacing to LVTTL and LVCMOS signals commonly found on 24V industrial backplanes. Because the device is supported by MAX+PLUS II and Quartus, existing customer firmware can be recompiled and reused without qualification cost.
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Telecom Line Card Bridge Interface
In legacy telecom line cards, the EP1K100QC208-1GZ serves as a bridge between backplane TDM buses and local microcontrollers. Its 49,152 bits of embedded dual-port RAM are ideal for small elastic buffers, while the 147 user I/Os tolerate LVTTL, LVCMOS, and PCI levels needed for H.110-style TDM interfaces. The 250 MHz internal performance is sufficient for 8 MHz TDM clocks plus protocol overhead. The 208-pin PQFP package supports socketed field replacement on existing deployed cards, extending the service life of installed equipment.
Recommended
Test & Measurement Front-End
The EP1K100QC208-1GZ is a strong fit for test and measurement front-ends where custom signal conditioning and pattern generation are required. The 4,992 LEs can implement timing sequencers, peak detectors, and serial protocol decoders, while the embedded array blocks provide deterministic latency for pulse generators. With 147 user I/Os, the device connects directly to ADC/DAC front-ends and LCD/keypad interfaces. Engineers benefit from Quartus incremental compilation to iterate designs without affecting proven logic.
Recommended
Medical Instrument Controller
In medical instrumentation, the EP1K100QC208-1GZ is used as a glue-logic controller in patient monitors and laboratory analyzers. The 2.5 V core plus 147 user I/Os let the device manage LCD panels, keypads, and serial interfaces between analog front-ends and main processors. Its deterministic timing simplifies IEC 62304 firmware validation by partitioning fixed hardware from configurable logic. With industrial temperature variants available (EP1K100QC208-1N), the device is suitable for thermally demanding enclosures.
Recommended
Military/Aerospace Retrofit Systems
Long-life aerospace and defense platforms retain the EP1K100QC208-1GZ as a drop-in replacement for obsolete 74-series glue logic on legacy avionics and shipboard systems. The 208-pin PQFP package is socket-compatible with the leaded variant, simplifying field replacement on existing PCBs. With industrial temperature grades and known timing characteristics, the device meets the deterministic behavior required for safety-critical paths. Maintenance depots benefit from identical firmware bitstreams across leaded and lead-free variants.
Recommended
Educational FPGA Teaching Platforms
Universities and training institutes use the EP1K100QC208-1GZ in introductory FPGA labs because the ACEX-1K family is fully supported by the free Quartus Web Edition toolchain. The 4,992 LEs give students enough headroom to implement RISC-V cores, VGA controllers, and simple DSP filters. The 147 user I/Os accommodate pushbuttons, 7-segment displays, and parallel expansion headers found in lab boards. Because the part is widely available on the secondary market, schools can build many lab stations affordably.
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Engineering reference data for EP1K100QC208-1GZ β comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EP1K100QC208-1 | EP1K100QC208-2N | EP1K100QC208-3N | EP1K100QC208-1N | EP2K100QC208-1N |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel |
| Package | 208-PQFP (28x28 mm) | 208-PQFP (28x28 mm) - same | 208-PQFP (28x28 mm) - same | 208-PQFP (28x28 mm) - same | 208-PQFP (28x28 mm) - same | 208-PQFP (28x28 mm) - same |
| Logic Elements | 4,992 | 4,992 | 4,992 | 4,992 | 4,992 | 4,992 |
| Speed Grade | -1 | -1 (same) | -2 (slower) | -3 (slowest) | -1 (same) | -1 (APEX II family) |
| Embedded RAM (bits) | 49,152 | 49,152 | 49,152 | 49,152 | 49,152 | [DATA_NEEDED] |
| User I/Os | 147 | 147 | 147 | 147 | 147 | 147 |
| Core Voltage | 2.375 V to 2.625 V | 2.375 V to 2.625 V | 2.375 V to 2.625 V | 2.375 V to 2.625 V | 2.375 V to 2.625 V | [DATA_NEEDED] |
| RoHS (lead-free) | Yes (GZ suffix) | No (standard) | No (standard) | No (standard) | No (standard) | No (standard) |
| Lifecycle Status | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete |
Key Differentiators
- Lead-free RoHS-compliant package in the 208-PQFP footprint (vs EP1K100QC208-1)
- Fastest speed grade within the ACEX-1K family (vs EP1K100QC208-2N / EP1K100QC208-3N)
- Newer APEX II architecture with enhanced features (vs EP2K100QC208-1N)
Design Notes
Estimated: at typical industrial operating conditions (VCCINT = 2.5 V, 25 Β°C, 50% LE utilization, ~100 MHz toggle rate), the EP1K100QC208-1GZ consumes roughly 0.5 W to 1.5 W. Add a 10 Β΅F bulk decoupling capacitor and at least one 0.1 Β΅F ceramic per VCCINT and VCCIO pin pair. Use separate analog and digital grounds where possible, and tie all VCC pins even if a bank is unused.
Because the EP1K100QC208-1GZ is SRAM-based, configuration must be reloaded after every power-up. Designers must add an EPC-series configuration EPROM or implement a microcontroller-driven passive serial configuration scheme. Skipping this step leaves the device in an undefined state where I/O pins drive random values. Always include a CONF_DONE pull-up and use nCONFIG for orderly reconfiguration.
Estimated: with theta_JA of approximately 35 Β°C/W for the 208-pin PQFP on a standard JEDEC test board, a 1.5 W dissipation raises junction temperature by ~52 Β°C above ambient. For high-utilization designs, mount the device on at least 4-layer FR4 with a continuous ground pour to reduce thermal rise. Consider airflow if the design exceeds 70 Β°C ambient operation.
Route JTAG signals (TCK, TMS, TDI, TDO) with controlled impedance and avoid running them near switching I/O traces. Keep configuration clocks away from fast edge-rate buses to prevent crosstalk into the configuration memory. For high-speed LVDS-style pseudo-differential pairs, maintain 100 Ξ© differential impedance and length-match to within 50 mil across each pair.
Compliance Information
GZ suffix indicates lead-free / RoHS-compliant package per Altera/Intel ordering information. Halogen-free and conflict-minerals status not explicitly listed in the verified web data and should be requested directly from the distributor if needed.
