EP20K100CQ240C9 - APEX 20K FPGA 100K Gates 189 I/O QFP240 | Intel
MPN: EP20K100CQ240C9 ⚠ Last Time Buy| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $145 | $145.00 |
| 10 | $132 | $1,320.00 |
| 100 | $118.5 | $11,850.00 |
| 250 | $109 | $27,250.00 |
| 500 | $99.5 | $49,750.00 |
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EP20K100CQ240C9 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Series | APEX 20K |
| Family | APEX 20K (SRAM-based FPGA) |
| Typical Gates | 100,000 |
| Logic Elements | 4,160 |
| Embedded Memory (RAM bits) | 53,248 |
| User I/O Pins | 189 |
| Number of PLLs | 4 |
| Package Type | 240-BQFP (QFP-240) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to +85°C (commercial) |
| Speed Grade | C9 (-9 commercial) |
| Process Technology | 0.22 µm CMOS SRAM |
| Programming Method | In-system SRAM (volatile) |
| Configuration Method | Serial/Passive Parallel/Byte-wide JTAG |
| I/O Standards Supported | LVTTL, LVCMOS, PCI, GTL |
| JTAG (IEEE 1149.1) Support | Yes |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
EP20K100CQ240C9 240-bqfp (qfp-240) Pin Configuration Guide
Complete pinout information for EP20K100CQ240C9 (240-bqfp (qfp-240) package) with 189 pins. 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 EP20K100CQ240C9.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Estimated pin count: 189 pins (digital package)
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
EP20K100CQ240C9 is suitable for 6 applications: ASIC Prototyping and Emulation, Industrial Control Systems, Telecommunications Infrastructure, Glue Logic Replacement, High-Speed Data Path Designs, Legacy System Maintenance and Repair.
ASIC Prototyping and Emulation
The EP20K100CQ240C9 with 100K gates and 189 user I/O pins is well-suited for ASIC prototyping and pre-silicon validation. Its 4,160 logic elements and 53,248 bits of embedded SRAM allow mapping of mid-complexity ASIC designs to real hardware for functional verification. Designers can iterate RTL quickly and validate timing before committing to silicon.
Recommended
Industrial Control Systems
Industrial automation and process control systems benefit from the EP20K100CQ240C9's 189 I/O pins and embedded SRAM. The device supports LVTTL, LVCMOS, PCI, and GTL I/O standards, simplifying interface to legacy industrial buses. Four PLLs provide flexible clock generation for motor control and sensor signal conditioning subsystems.
Recommended
Telecommunications Infrastructure
Telecom equipment designers leverage the EP20K100CQ240C9's high I/O count and embedded memory for protocol bridging, channelized data aggregation, and DSP front-end interfacing. The 4 PLLs support multiple clock domains required in TDM and packet-switched architectures. SRAM-based in-system programmability enables field firmware upgrades.
Recommended
Glue Logic Replacement
The EP20K100CQ240C9 replaces multiple discrete TTL/CMOS glue logic ICs on legacy boards, reducing component count and BOM cost. Its 4,160 logic elements can implement complex state machines, address decoding, bus arbitration, and interrupt controllers. SRAM-based configuration allows late-stage design changes during board bring-up.
Recommended
High-Speed Data Path Designs
Data path applications like packet processing, FIFO buffers, and crossbar switches benefit from the EP20K100CQ240C9's 53,248 bits of embedded SRAM configurable as dual-port RAM, ROM, or CAM. The 4 PLLs and 189 I/O support high-bandwidth parallel data interfaces. The C9 speed grade provides adequate timing margin for moderate-speed pipelines.
Recommended
Legacy System Maintenance and Repair
For maintaining legacy equipment originally designed around the APEX 20K family, the EP20K100CQ240C9 provides a like-for-like replacement with identical pinout and silicon. End-of-life industrial, aerospace, and defense systems depend on continued availability of this exact part. Procurement teams should secure long-term inventory before stock depletes.
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Engineering reference data for EP20K100CQ240C9 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EP20K100CQ240C8 | EP20K100CQ240C7 | EP20K200CQ240C9 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 240-BQFP (QFP-240) | 240-BQFP (QFP-240) - same | 240-BQFP (QFP-240) - same | 240-BQFP (QFP-240) - same |
| Brand | Intel (formerly Altera) | Intel | Intel | Intel |
| Typical Gates | 100,000 | 100,000 (same die) | 100,000 (same die) | 200,000 (larger die) |
| Logic Elements | 4,160 | 4,160 | 4,160 | 8,320 |
| User I/O Pins | 189 | 189 | 189 | 189 |
| Speed Grade | C9 (-9 commercial) | C8 (-8 commercial, faster) | C7 (-7 commercial, fastest) | C9 (-9 commercial) |
| Embedded SRAM | 53,248 bits | 53,248 bits | 53,248 bits | 106,496 bits |
| PLLs | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Key Differentiators
- Highest logic density in the APEX 20K family at 240-pin QFP (vs EP20K200CQ240C9)
- Same package as faster commercial speed grades (vs EP20K100CQ240C8)
- 189 I/O pins support high-pin-count designs (vs EP20K100CF144C9)
Design Notes
Estimated: The APEX 20K EP20K100CQ240C9 requires separate VCCINT (core) and VCCIO (I/O) supplies; typical VCCINT is 2.5V and VCCIO is 3.3V or 2.5V depending on I/O standard. Decoupling requires 0.1µF ceramic capacitors near every supply pin plus bulk capacitors on each supply rail. Consult the APEX 20K handbook for exact voltage tolerances and power-on sequencing requirements.
The 240-BQFP package has limited thermal dissipation compared to BGA packages. Estimated: at maximum toggle rate and 100% I/O utilization, junction temperature can rise 15-20°C above ambient. For commercial (0°C to +85°C) operation, ensure adequate airflow or thermal copper pours on the PCB to maintain junction temperature below 125°C.
Route all clock inputs through dedicated PLL clock pins (CLK0-CLK3) for best jitter performance. JTAG (TCK/TMS/TDI/TDO) signals should be routed with impedance control and isolated from switching signals. Configuration pins (MSEL0, MSEL1, MSEL2, nCE, nCONFIG, CONF_DONE, nSTATUS, DCLK, DATA0) must be properly pulled up/down per the selected configuration mode.
Do not confuse the EP20K100CQ240C9 with EP20K100BC356 (different package) or EP20K200CQ240C9 (different density). The C9 suffix indicates a -9 commercial speed grade; for industrial temperature range, look for -I or industrial-grade variants. Last Time Buy status means production is discontinued - plan obsolescence mitigation.
Compliance Information
Compliance status not explicitly stated in verified web data. APEX 20K family predates widespread RoHS transition; some variants may be non-RoHS. Verify with supplier before use in RoHS-required designs.
