EP1M350F780I7N - Altera Mercury PLD, 780-pin FBGA | Intel FPGA
MPN: EP1M350F780I7N ✗ End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $245 | $245.00 |
| 10 | $225.5 | $2,255.00 |
| 100 | $198.75 | $19,875.00 |
| 500 | $175 | $87,500.00 |
| 1,000 | $152.25 | $152,250.00 |
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View Datasheet →EP1M350F780I7N Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Device Family | Mercury PLD (Enhanced Configuration Device) |
| Function | Configuration device for SRAM-based LUT FPGAs |
| Package | 780-ball FineLine BGA |
| Speed Grade | 7 |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40C to +100C (Industrial, I suffix) |
| Configuration Modes | Serial and parallel FPGA configuration |
| Programming Interface | JTAG (IEEE 1149.1) boundary-scan |
| On-chip Memory | Flash memory array |
| Configuration Controller | Integrated state-machine controller |
| Bitstream Support | CRC-validated, compression-compatible |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount (BGA) |
| Configuration Compatibility | High-density SRAM-based LUT FPGAs (Stratix and equivalent) |
EP1M350F780I7N 780-ball fineline bga Pin Configuration Guide
Complete pinout information for EP1M350F780I7N (780-ball fineline bga 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 EP1M350F780I7N.
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
EP1M350F780I7N is suitable for 6 applications: Stratix FPGA Configuration Storage, Telecommunications Line Card Boot, Industrial Vision and Image Processing, Military and Aerospace Signal Processing, Networking Infrastructure and Switching, Lab Prototyping and FPGA Development.
Stratix FPGA Configuration Storage
The EP1M350F780I7N is purpose-built for storing and delivering configuration bitstreams to Altera Stratix-series SRAM-based LUT FPGAs at power-up. Its flash array capacity and parallel configuration controller handle multi-Mbit bitstreams that smaller EPCS serial PROMs cannot accommodate. Placed on the board between the system supply and the target FPGA's configuration pins, it drives nCONFIG, DATA, DCLK, and CONF_DONE lines per the Stratix configuration interface. The industrial temperature range (-40C to +100C) and speed grade 7 make it suitable for telecom line cards and outdoor equipment where deterministic cold-start behavior matters.
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Telecommunications Line Card Boot
In telecom infrastructure such as ATCA line cards and base-station DSP modules, the EP1M350F780I7N stores multi-Mbit firmware images and delivers them to multiple high-density FPGAs at boot. Its parallel bus and JTAG interface simplify field updates through IEEE 1149.1 boundary-scan. The 780-ball BGA conserves board area versus legacy PLCC PROMs while supporting deterministic boot timing required by NEBS-compliant hardware. Engineers benefit from fast in-system reprogramming during commissioning without removing cards from the chassis.
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Industrial Vision and Image Processing
High-resolution machine-vision systems rely on multiple SRAM FPGAs for real-time image pipelines, and the EP1M350F780I7N provides centralized bitstream storage for all of them. With industrial temperature operation and CRC-validated bitstream loading, it ensures corruption-free boot in factory-floor environments with electrical noise and temperature swings. The parallel interface reduces configuration time versus serial PROMs, which is critical when vision systems must reboot quickly after ESD events or power cycling. JTAG support allows factory technicians to re-flash bitstreams without removing the board.
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Military and Aerospace Signal Processing
Defense signal-processing platforms use the EP1M350F780I7N to load bitstreams into radiation-tolerant SRAM FPGAs that require deterministic, in-system programmable configuration. Its industrial temperature range and BGA package support ruggedized enclosures, and JTAG programming allows secure field updates through controlled maintenance procedures. The flash-based storage eliminates mechanical failure modes present in legacy PROM sockets. Engineers value the part's long-term data retention and the ability to support multi-version bitstream storage for A/B failover during firmware deployment.
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Networking Infrastructure and Switching
Carrier-grade routers and switches often run multiple high-density FPGAs for packet processing and traffic management, and the EP1M350F780I7N serves as the centralized configuration source. Its 780-ball BGA exposes parallel bus pins that allow fast parallel load of multi-Mbit bitstreams, reducing system boot time. The CRC validation feature prevents corrupted bitstreams from locking up the system. Hot-standby controllers can swap active/passive FPGAs by re-triggering configuration through this device.
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Lab Prototyping and FPGA Development
FPGA development boards use the EP1M350F780I7N as a stand-alone configuration source so engineers can swap bitstreams without an external programmer. Its JTAG interface and on-board flash let users re-flash designs in seconds directly from Quartus, accelerating bring-up of complex multi-FPGA prototypes. The 780-ball BGA exposes status LEDs and reset signals that simplify debugging during bring-up. The Mercury PLD's compatibility with multiple Altera FPGA families makes it a flexible tool for academic and R&D labs.
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Engineering reference data for EP1M350F780I7N — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EP1M350F780C7N | EP1M350F780I6N | EP1M350F780C6N | EP1M350F780C7 | EP1M350F780I7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera |
| Package | 780-ball FineLine BGA | 780-ball FineLine BGA - same | 780-ball FineLine BGA - same | 780-ball FineLine BGA - same | 780-ball FineLine BGA - same | 780-ball FineLine BGA - same |
| Speed Grade | 7 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 7 |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40C to +100C (Industrial) | 0C to +85C (Commercial) | -40C to +100C (Industrial) | 0C to +85C (Commercial) | 0C to +85C (Commercial) | -40C to +100C (Industrial) |
| Device Family | Mercury PLD Enhanced Configuration Device | Mercury PLD Enhanced Configuration Device | Mercury PLD Enhanced Configuration Device | Mercury PLD Enhanced Configuration Device | Mercury PLD Enhanced Configuration Device | Mercury PLD Enhanced Configuration Device |
| Programming Interface | JTAG (IEEE 1149.1) | JTAG (IEEE 1149.1) | JTAG (IEEE 1149.1) | JTAG (IEEE 1149.1) | JTAG (IEEE 1149.1) | JTAG (IEEE 1149.1) |
| On-chip Memory | Flash array (Mercury PLD) | Flash array (Mercury PLD) | Flash array (Mercury PLD) | Flash array (Mercury PLD) | Flash array (Mercury PLD) | Flash array (Mercury PLD) |
| Lifecycle Status | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete |
Key Differentiators
- Industrial temperature range in the 780-ball BGA package (vs EP1M350F780C7N)
- Higher speed grade than EP1M350F780I6N (vs EP1M350F780I6N)
- Same Mercury PLD architecture as EPCQ-A successor (vs EPCQ256)
Design Notes
Estimated: The 780-ball FineLine BGA package requires a controlled-impedance PCB stack-up with matched trace lengths on the parallel data/address bus. BGA escape routing on inner layers should use microvia or laser-drilled vias to keep breakout fan-out under the BGA land pattern. Allocate at least 4 PCB layers for signal routing plus 2 layers for power/ground to maintain signal integrity on the configuration bus. Plan for X-ray inspection during assembly to verify BGA solder joint quality.
Place the EP1M350F780I7N within 50mm of the target FPGA's configuration pins to minimize propagation delay on DCLK and DATA lines. Add 4.7k ohm pull-up resistors on TMS, TCK, and TDI per IEEE 1149.1 recommendations, and route JTAG signals as a daisy-chain when multiple devices share the chain. Provide a dedicated test access port (TAP) connector on the board edge for boundary-scan programming.
Do not assume the EP1M350F780I7N is in active production - the Mercury PLD family has been declared obsolete by Altera/Intel FPGA. Verify bitstream size against the device's flash capacity before committing to this part; EPCQ-A configuration devices are recommended for new designs despite requiring PCB rework. When sourcing through independent distributors, verify date code authenticity and reject parts with inconsistent lot markings.
Compliance Information
Compliance status not explicitly stated in the Verified Web Data for the EP1M350F780I7N. The 'N' suffix in legacy Altera part numbers historically denotes lead-free finish, but this cannot be confirmed without the official Altera Mercury PLD datasheet. Marked as [DATA_NEEDED] in specs[].
