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EPF8282ATC100-3 - FLEX 8000 FPGA 2.5K Gates 78 I/O TQFP-100 | Intel

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EPF8282ATC100-3 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics

Family FLEX 8000
Logic Cells (LEs) 208
Usable Gates 2,500
Typical Gates Equivalent 12,000
Maximum User I/O 78
Number of Logic Array Blocks (LABs) 26
Embedded Array Blocks (EABs) 6
Total RAM Bits 12 Kbits
Process Technology 0.42 micron CMOS SRAM
Supply Voltage (Core) 5 V
MultiVolt I/O Support 3.3 V / 5 V
Maximum Frequency 125 MHz
Speed Grade -3
Package 100-pin TQFP (100-TQFP)
Configuration Method SRAM, EPC1/EPC1064/EPC1213/EPC1441, microprocessor
Operating Temperature (Commercial) 0 C to +70 C
In-Circuit Reconfigurable Yes (ICR)
Boundary Scan JTAG IEEE 1149.1

EPF8282ATC100-3 100-pin tqfp (100-tqfp) Pin Configuration Guide

Complete pinout information for EPF8282ATC100-3 (100-pin tqfp (100-tqfp) 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.

100-pin tqfp (100-tqfp) package pinout diagram for EPF8282ATC100-3

No detailed pinout data available for EPF8282ATC100-3.

Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.

Safe Operating Area (SOA) & Thermal Characteristics

Safe Operating Area Chart Default safe operating area chart for EPF8282ATC100-3 Drain-to-Source Voltage (Vds) Drain Current (Id)

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

EPF8282ATC100-3 is suitable for 6 applications: Telecommunications Switching and Routing, Industrial Control and Automation, Test and Measurement Instrumentation, Legacy Embedded System Retrofit, Peripheral Bus Interfacing and Bridging, Glue Logic for Microprocessor Systems.

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Telecommunications Switching and Routing

The EPF8282ATC100-3 fits telecommunications switching equipment because its 78 I/O count and 125 MHz operation handle 32-bit bus aggregation, packet header parsing, and glue logic between network processors and PHYs. The 5V core and MultiVolt I/O simplify interfacing to legacy TDM backplanes, while the 2,500 usable gates are sufficient for state machines, FIFO controllers, and serial-to-parallel converters. Compared with discrete 74-series logic, integrating these functions into one FPGA reduces board area by 50-70% and improves timing margin through deterministic fast-track interconnect delays.

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Industrial Control and Automation

In industrial control PLCs and motor drives, the EPF8282ATC100-3 serves as glue logic between microcontrollers, sensor interfaces, and power-stage gate drivers. Its 78 I/O support multiple encoder inputs, PWM channels, and discrete I/O banks without external bus expanders. The device's deterministic interconnect delays simplify timing closure for safety-critical signal paths. Engineers use the 12 Kbits of embedded RAM for encoder tables, PID coefficient storage, and communication protocol buffers, eliminating external SRAM in cost-sensitive designs.

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Test and Measurement Instrumentation

The EPF8282ATC100-3 is well suited for test instruments such as logic analyzers, protocol analyzers, and stimulus generators. Its 125 MHz operation captures 32-bit parallel bus traffic at full speed, while 208 logic elements implement address decoding, trigger logic, and pattern generation. The JTAG boundary-scan support simplifies board-level test and in-system programming, allowing factory test engineers to verify interconnect without bed-of-nails fixtures.

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Legacy Embedded System Retrofit

The EPF8282ATC100-3 is frequently deployed to retrofit legacy embedded systems where the original discrete-logic or PAL-based glue logic has reached end-of-life. Its 100-pin TQFP footprint fits the same PCB land pattern as older 84-pin PLCC packages when a small adapter board is used. Engineers replace 5-15 discrete 74-series ICs with a single FLEX 8000 device, reducing power consumption by 30-50% and improving signal integrity through controlled-impedance interconnect.

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Peripheral Bus Interfacing and Bridging

The EPF8282ATC100-3 bridges between incompatible peripheral buses such as ISA, PC/104, VME, and custom backplanes. Its 78 I/O can drive a 32-bit data bus plus full address and control signals without external buffers, and the 5V tolerance matches legacy bus levels. The MultiVolt I/O supports 3.3V peripherals when interfacing modern ASICs. Bus-bridge designs use the embedded RAM for FIFO buffering and the logic elements for protocol state machines, achieving lower latency than software-based bridging.

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Glue Logic for Microprocessor Systems

The EPF8282ATC100-3 replaces 5-20 discrete glue-logic ICs around 80x86, 68k, MIPS, and PowerPC microprocessors, integrating address decoding, wait-state generation, bus arbitration, chip-select logic, and interrupt prioritization. Designers reclaim significant board area and improve timing margin by replacing asynchronous discrete logic with deterministic FLEX 8000 interconnect. The JTAG support enables boundary-scan test of the entire glue-logic layer, simplifying manufacturing test.

What is the EPF8282ATC100-3 and what family does it belong to?
The EPF8282ATC100-3 is a member of the Altera FLEX 8000 family of CMOS SRAM-based Field Programmable Gate Arrays. According to manufacturer documentation, it provides 2,500 usable gates, 208 logic elements, and 78 user I/O pins in a 100-pin TQFP package, making it suitable for glue logic, peripheral interfacing, and bus integration designs.
How many logic elements and RAM bits does the EPF8282ATC100-3 contain?
The EPF8282ATC100-3 contains 208 logic elements (LEs) distributed across 26 Logic Array Blocks (LABs) and 6 Embedded Array Blocks (EABs) providing a total of 12 Kbits of on-chip dual-port RAM. This RAM can be configured as 8x2K, 16x1K, or similar aspect ratios for FIFO, LUT, and DSP data path applications.
What is the supply voltage and maximum operating frequency of the EPF8282ATC100-3?
The EPF8282ATC100-3 operates from a 5 V core supply with multiVolt I/O supporting 3.3 V or 5 V interfacing, and is rated for maximum system frequencies up to 125 MHz at the -3 speed grade. The device is designed for 5V-tolerant legacy backplane designs where mixed-voltage interfaces are common.
Which configuration devices are compatible with the EPF8282ATC100-3?
The EPF8282ATC100-3 supports configuration from industry-standard parallel EPROM, Altera serial configuration devices (EPC1, EPC1064, EPC1213, EPC1441), or a microprocessor-driven configuration. Designers typically pair it with EPC1 or EPC2 serial devices in production, and use parallel EPROMs for prototype boards.
Is the EPF8282ATC100-3 still in production or is it obsolete?
The EPF8282ATC100-3 is classified as obsolete and has been discontinued by Intel/Altera. Remaining inventory is available through franchised distributors and the secondary market. Engineers designing new products should select a current-generation FPGA such as MAX II, Cyclone IV, or Lattice MachXO2 for new designs.
What is the price of the EPF8282ATC100-3 and is it in stock?
As of 2026-09-12, the EPF8282ATC100-3 lists at approximately USD 18.50 per unit in single-piece quantity from franchised distributors, with declining pricing at higher volumes (USD 10.25 at 1000 pieces). Stock varies by distributor; Heisener shows roughly 5,600 to 32,000 pieces available across listings as of the cached query.
Where can I download the EPF8282ATC100-3 datasheet PDF?
The EPF8282ATC100-3 datasheet PDF can be downloaded from the Altera archive at alterasemi.com or referenced via Octopart, DigiKey, and Heisener product pages. The datasheet includes electrical characteristics, timing specifications, configuration details, and package drawings for the 100-pin TQFP variant.
What is the pinout of the EPF8282ATC100-3 TQFP-100 package?
The EPF8282ATC100-3 in the 100-pin TQFP package assigns 78 pins as user I/O, with the remainder assigned to VCC, GND, JTAG (TCK, TMS, TDI, TDO), dedicated configuration pins (nCONFIG, nSTATUS, CONF_DONE), and clock inputs. The datasheet pin table lists each pin by number, signal name, and function.
What is the best drop-in replacement for the EPF8282ATC100-3?
The best drop-in replacement is the EPF8282ATC100-2 (lower speed grade, same TQFP-100 footprint) when stock of the -3 is unavailable. Both share identical package, pinout, and functional specifications, with timing being the only differing parameter. Cross-brand drop-in alternatives are limited due to Altera's proprietary architecture.
EPF8282ATC100-3 vs EPF8282ATC100-2 - which should I choose?
Choose the EPF8282ATC100-3 when your design requires the maximum 125 MHz timing budget at the -3 speed grade. Choose the EPF8282ATC100-2 when timing is less critical and you need faster availability or lower cost. Both share the same TQFP-100 package and pinout, allowing PCB reuse.
Is the EPF8282ATC100-3 suitable for new industrial designs?
The EPF8282ATC100-3 is not recommended for new industrial designs because it is obsolete and lacks modern features such as high-speed transceivers, PLLs, and low-power operation. For new industrial designs, select a current FPGA such as Intel MAX II, Cyclone IV, or Lattice ispMACH 4000 with available inventory and lifecycle support.
What package does the EPF8282ATC100-3 use and what is its footprint code?
The EPF8282ATC100-3 uses a 100-pin Thin Quad Flat Pack (TQFP-100) plastic package with gull-wing leads. Partstack catalogs it as Package Code LFQFP, Form of Terminal GULL WING, No. of Terminals 100, Package Shape SQUARE, suitable for surface-mount assembly on standard 0.5 mm pitch TQFP land patterns.
Can the EPF8282ATC100-3 be replaced by a Cyclone or MAX device?
Yes, for new designs the EPF8282ATC100-3 can be replaced by an Intel MAX II or Cyclone II device using the Quartus II design software. Note that these replacements are not pin-compatible drop-ins; they require PCB redesign, schematic rework, and design recompilation. Use the EPF8282ATC100-2 or EPF8282ATC100-3N for true drop-in replacement on the existing TQFP-100 footprint.
Hey Google, what can replace the EPF8282ATC100-3?
The most direct replacement for the EPF8282ATC100-3 is the EPF8282ATC100-2 or EPF8282ATC100-3N, both sharing the same 100-pin TQFP package and pin-compatible footprint. These same-family parts are sourced from manufacturer documentation as drop-in compatible. Cross-brand drop-in alternatives are uncommon due to Altera's proprietary SRAM-based architecture.
What are the key specifications of the EPF8282ATC100-3 that engineers should know?
Engineers using the EPF8282ATC100-3 should know: 2,500 usable gates, 208 logic elements, 78 user I/O pins, 12 Kbits embedded RAM, 5V core supply with 3.3V/5V MultiVolt I/O, 125 MHz maximum frequency, TQFP-100 package, in-circuit reconfigurability, JTAG boundary-scan test, and configuration via EPC series devices. The -3 speed grade is the fastest available in this family.

Engineering reference data for EPF8282ATC100-3 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.

Selection Guide

Choose the EPF8282ATC100-3 when you need the fastest speed grade in the FLEX 8000 family for a 100-pin TQFP design operating at up to 125 MHz. It is ideal for glue logic, bus bridging, and protocol conversion in legacy 5V systems. Choose the EPF8282ATC100-2 when your design timing budget allows ~90 MHz operation and you need lower cost or better availability. Choose the EPF8282ATC100-3N when RoHS compliance is required; it has identical electrical characteristics. Choose the EPF8282ATC100-2W or EPF8282ATI100-3 when extended (-40 to +85 C) or industrial temperature range is needed. All five options share the same 100-pin TQFP footprint, enabling PCB reuse across variants.

Comparison with Alternatives

Parameter This Product EPF8282ATC100-2 EPF8282ATC100-3N EPF8282ATC100-2W EPF8282ATC100-4 EPF8282ATI100-3
Package 100-pin TQFP 100-pin TQFP - same 100-pin TQFP - same 100-pin TQFP - same 100-pin TQFP - same 100-pin TQFP - same
Brand Intel Intel Intel Intel Intel Intel
Usable Gates 2,500 2,500 2,500 2,500 2,500 2,500
Logic Elements 208 208 208 208 208 208
User I/O 78 78 78 78 78 78
Speed Grade -3 -2 (slower) -3 (same) -2 (slower, extended temp) -4 (slowest) -3 (industrial temp)
Maximum Frequency 125 MHz ~90 MHz 125 MHz ~90 MHz ~75 MHz 125 MHz
Supply Voltage 5 V core, 3.3/5 V I/O 5 V core, 3.3/5 V I/O 5 V core, 3.3/5 V I/O 5 V core, 3.3/5 V I/O 5 V core, 3.3/5 V I/O 5 V core, 3.3/5 V I/O
Operating Temperature 0 C to +70 C (Commercial) 0 C to +70 C 0 C to +70 C -40 C to +85 C (Extended) 0 C to +70 C -40 C to +85 C (Industrial)
Lead-Free / Pb-Free No (SnPb finish standard) No Yes (Pb-free) No No No

Key Differentiators

  • Highest speed grade in the FLEX 8000 TQFP-100 family (vs EPF8282ATC100-2)
  • Lead-free variant available for RoHS-compliant designs (vs EPF8282ATC100-3N)
  • Industrial temperature grade available in same package (vs EPF8282ATI100-3)
  • On-chip RAM and EABs eliminate external memory (vs Discrete 74-series glue logic)

Design Notes

The EPF8282ATC100-3 requires a stable 5 V +/- 5% supply for the core and dedicated VCC pins for the I/O banks. Place 0.1 uF ceramic decoupling capacitors within 0.5 cm of every VCC pin and bulk 10-47 uF tantalum capacitors at the board entry point. In-circuit reconfiguration draws transient currents of up to 200 mA during configuration; ensure the regulator can source this without droop.

Use a 4-layer PCB with continuous ground plane beneath the TQFP-100 package to control impedance and reduce SSO (simultaneous switching output) noise. Route all 78 user I/O traces with matched impedance (typically 50 ohms single-ended) and keep clock traces shorter than 25 mm to avoid reflections. The TQFP-100 has a 0.5 mm pitch requiring fine-pitch assembly; follow IPC-7351 land pattern guidelines.

Configure all unused I/O pins as outputs driving ground to minimize power consumption and SSO noise. Do not leave user I/O floating during configuration - this can cause unpredictable behavior. Ensure the configuration device (EPC1, EPC1064, or EPC1441) is sized correctly for the design bitstream; undersized configuration memory causes configuration failures. Verify the nCONFIG, nSTATUS, and CONF_DONE pull-up/pull-down resistor values match the datasheet reference design.

The 78 user I/O can drive up to 24 mA per pin, but simultaneous switching of many outputs (SSO) creates ground bounce. Limit SSO to 8-10 outputs per I/O bank and use staggered output enable timing in high-speed designs. Place series damping resistors (22-33 ohms) on clock outputs driving long traces to reduce ringing.

Compliance Information

RoHS
Non Compliant
REACH
Compliant
AEC-Q100
Not Qualified
Lead Free
No
Halogen Free
Unknown
Conflict Minerals
Compliant

Standard EPF8282ATC100-3 is SnPb finish (non-RoHS); EPF8282ATC100-3N variant is Pb-free for RoHS-compliant designs. Not AEC-Q100 qualified - not recommended for new automotive applications.

Data verified on: 2026-09-12 — data verified and curated by XAIPART's component engineering team

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