EPF8820ARC208-2 - 8K-Gate FLEX 8000 FPGA 152 I/O | Altera
MPN: EPF8820ARC208-2 β End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $38.5 | $38.50 |
| 10 | $34.2 | $342.00 |
| 100 | $28.75 | $2,875.00 |
| 500 | $22.4 | $11,200.00 |
| 1,000 | $17.95 | $17,950.00 |
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| Family | FLEX 8000 |
| Logic Cells | 672 |
| Usable Gates | 8,000 (typical) |
| Registers | 1,500 (max) |
| User I/O Pins | 152 |
| Package | 208-pin RQFP / BFQFP with exposed pad |
| Process Technology | 0.42 Β΅m CMOS |
| Supply Voltage (Core) | 5 V |
| I/O Voltage (MultiVolt) | 3.3 V or 5.0 V |
| Speed Grade | -2 |
| Max Internal Frequency | 125 MHz |
| Configuration Method | SRAM - serial EPC device, parallel EPROM, or microcontroller |
| In-Circuit Reconfigurable | Yes (ICR) |
| Boundary-Scan / JTAG | Yes |
| Operating Temperature | Commercial (0 Β°C to +70 Β°C) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
EPF8820ARC208-2 Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | I/O β User I/O pin (bank-dependent voltage) |
| Pin 2 | I/O β User I/O pin |
| Pin 3 | I/O β User I/O pin |
| Pin 4 | I/O β User I/O pin |
| Pin 5 | VCCIO β I/O supply voltage (3.3 V or 5.0 V per MultiVolt) |
| Pin 6 | I/O β User I/O pin |
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| Pin 8 | GND β Ground |
| Pin 9 | I/O β User I/O pin |
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| Pin 11 | I/O β User I/O pin |
| Pin 12 | VCCINT β Core supply voltage (5 V) |
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| Pin 16 | GND β Ground |
| Pin 17 | I/O β User I/O pin |
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| Pin 19 | I/O β User I/O pin |
| Pin 20 | VCCIO β I/O supply voltage |
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| Pin 24 | GND β Ground |
| Pin 25 | I/O β User I/O pin |
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| Pin 27 | I/O β User I/O pin |
| Pin 28 | VCCINT β Core supply voltage (5 V) |
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| Pin 32 | GND β Ground |
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| Pin 36 | VCCIO β I/O supply voltage |
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| Pin 40 | GND β Ground |
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| Pin 44 | VCCINT β Core supply voltage (5 V) |
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| Pin 48 | GND β Ground |
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| Pin 52 | VCCIO β I/O supply voltage |
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| Pin 56 | GND β Ground |
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| Pin 60 | VCCINT β Core supply voltage (5 V) |
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| Pin 64 | GND β Ground |
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| Pin 68 | VCCIO β I/O supply voltage |
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| Pin 72 | GND β Ground |
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| Pin 76 | VCCINT β Core supply voltage (5 V) |
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| Pin 80 | GND β Ground |
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| Pin 84 | VCCIO β I/O supply voltage |
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| Pin 88 | GND β Ground |
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| Pin 91 | I/O β User I/O pin |
| Pin 92 | VCCINT β Core supply voltage (5 V) |
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| Pin 96 | GND β Ground |
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| Pin 100 | VCCIO β I/O supply voltage |
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| Pin 104 | GND β Ground |
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| Pin 108 | VCCINT β Core supply voltage (5 V) |
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| Pin 112 | GND β Ground |
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| Pin 116 | VCCIO β I/O supply voltage |
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| Pin 120 | GND β Ground |
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| Pin 124 | VCCINT β Core supply voltage (5 V) |
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| Pin 128 | GND β Ground |
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| Pin 132 | VCCIO β I/O supply voltage |
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| Pin 136 | GND β Ground |
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| Pin 140 | VCCINT β Core supply voltage (5 V) |
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| Pin 144 | GND β Ground |
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| Pin 148 | VCCIO β I/O supply voltage |
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| Pin 151 | I/O β User I/O pin |
| Pin 152 | GND β Ground |
| Pin 153 | nCONFIG β Configuration control (active-low) |
| Pin 154 | nSTATUS β Configuration status (active-low) |
| Pin 155 | CONF_DONE β Configuration done indicator |
| Pin 156 | DCLK β Configuration clock input |
| Pin 157 | DATA0 β Configuration data input |
| Pin 158 | TCK β JTAG test clock |
| Pin 159 | TMS β JTAG test mode select |
| Pin 160 | TDI β JTAG test data in |
| Pin 161 | TDO β JTAG test data out |
| Pin 162 | I/O β User I/O pin |
| Pin 163 | I/O β User I/O pin |
| Pin 164 | VCCINT β Core supply voltage (5 V) |
| Pin 165 | I/O β User I/O pin |
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| Pin 167 | I/O β User I/O pin |
| Pin 168 | GND β Ground |
| Pin 169 | I/O β User I/O pin |
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| Pin 171 | I/O β User I/O pin |
| Pin 172 | VCCIO β I/O supply voltage |
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| Pin 175 | I/O β User I/O pin |
| Pin 176 | GND β Ground |
| Pin 177 | I/O β User I/O pin |
| Pin 178 | I/O β User I/O pin |
| Pin 179 | I/O β User I/O pin |
| Pin 180 | VCCINT β Core supply voltage (5 V) |
| Pin 181 | I/O β User I/O pin |
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| Pin 183 | I/O β User I/O pin |
| Pin 184 | GND β Ground |
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| Pin 187 | I/O β User I/O pin |
| Pin 188 | VCCIO β I/O supply voltage |
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| Pin 192 | GND β Ground |
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| Pin 195 | I/O β User I/O pin |
| Pin 196 | VCCINT β Core supply voltage (5 V) |
| Pin 197 | I/O β User I/O pin |
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| Pin 199 | I/O β User I/O pin |
| Pin 200 | GND β Ground |
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| Pin 203 | I/O β User I/O pin |
| Pin 204 | VCCIO β I/O supply voltage |
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| Pin 207 | I/O β User I/O pin |
| Pin 208 | GND β Ground (also exposed thermal pad) |
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
EPF8820ARC208-2 is suitable for 6 applications: Telecom Line-Card Glue Logic, Industrial Control and Factory Automation, PCI / ISA Bus Bridge and Legacy Computing, Video and Image-Processing Data Path, Automotive Infotainment and Body Electronics, Test and Measurement Instrumentation.
Telecom Line-Card Glue Logic
The EPF8820ARC208-2's 8K usable gates, 152 user I/Os, and 125 MHz -2 speed grade make it well suited for telecom line-card glue logic: bus arbitration between TDM framers and network processors, custom HDLC controllers, and proprietary signalling interfaces. Its 5 V core with 3.3 V/5 V MultiVolt I/O allows direct connection to legacy 5 V framers while bridging to 3.3 V ASICs without level shifters. The 672 logic cells comfortably fit state machines for ATM segmentation/reassembly, SS7 link control, and per-channel interrupt aggregation that would otherwise consume dozens of discrete 74-series logic packages. Engineers value the in-circuit reconfigurability for field firmware updates without removing line cards from service.
Recommended
Industrial Control and Factory Automation
In factory-automation PLCs and motion controllers, the EPF8820ARC208-2 serves as a flexible I/O expander and protocol-bridge hub. Its 152 I/Os accommodate multi-axis encoder inputs, PWM outputs, and fieldbus interfaces (Profibus, DeviceNet) in parallel. The 5 V MultiVolt I/O tolerates 24 V industrial transients when paired with external protection, simplifying integration with industrial sensors and actuators. Deterministic FLEX 8000 timing supports scan-cycle-based control loops that must complete within 1 ms; the -2 speed grade's 125 MHz headroom is more than sufficient. The 208-pin RQFP package provides robust mechanical anchoring for through-hole industrial vibration profiles when properly socketed or soldered with underfill.
Recommended
PCI / ISA Bus Bridge and Legacy Computing
The EPF8820ARC208-2 is frequently used as a custom bridge between PCI and ISA buses, VME, or proprietary backplanes in legacy computing systems. Its 5 V I/O natively interfaces with ISA and VME signalling without level translation, and the 152 I/Os accommodate full 32-bit data plus control and arbitration signals. The 8K-gate density fits DMA engines, interrupt controllers, and address-decoding logic that previously required multiple PAL/GAL devices. Engineers value FLEX 8000's deterministic timing for hand-shake-based bus protocols and the JTAG boundary-scan for post-assembly board test. For new designs, a Cyclone IV EP4CE6 is preferred, but EPF8820ARC208-2 remains the workhorse for sustaining legacy 5 V systems.
Recommended
Video and Image-Processing Data Path
In mid-resolution video controllers, surveillance DVRs, and medical imaging preprocessing, the EPF8820ARC208-2 implements pixel pipelines, color-space converters, and frame-buffer arbiters. Its 672 logic cells and 1,500 registers support line-doubling, deinterlacing, and OSD overlay at standard-definition rates (up to 27 MHz pixel clock). The 152 I/Os accept parallel video buses (8/16/24-bit) plus timing references. The -2 speed grade comfortably meets NTSC/PAL pixel rates; for HD-SDI or higher bandwidths the -4 grade (EPF8820ARC208-4) is recommended. The exposed thermal pad on the 208-pin RQFP aids heat dissipation in fanless embedded enclosures where these video subsystems typically reside.
Recommended
Automotive Infotainment and Body Electronics
Legacy automotive infotainment head units and body controllers have used the EPF8820ARC208-2 for display multiplexers, audio routing, and CAN/LIN gateways. Its 5 V I/O interfaces directly to automotive-grade peripherals, and the commercial temperature grade is suitable for cabin-mounted modules. Designers appreciate the deterministic FLEX 8000 timing for safety-critical signaling such as reverse-camera overlays and parking-sensor fusion. Note: this part is commercial-grade only; for under-hood applications requiring AEC-Q100 qualification, an automotive-grade successor must be selected. The 152 I/Os accommodate multiple LIN/CAN transceivers, keypads, and rotary encoder inputs in a single device.
Recommended
Test and Measurement Instrumentation
Bench-top instruments such as logic analyzers, protocol testers, and arbitrary waveform generators use the EPF8820ARC208-2 as a customizable pattern generator, timing engine, or trigger sequencer. Its 125 MHz -2 speed grade supports pattern rates up to 100 MHz in practical designs, and the 152 I/Os drive multiple parallel test points or instrument buses. The in-circuit reconfigurability allows test engineers to update stimulus patterns without firmware reflash cycles. JTAG boundary-scan aids bed-of-nails fixture testing during production. The exposed thermal pad is critical here because instrument enclosures often rely on convection cooling rather than forced airflow, and the EPF8820ARC208-2 may dissipate 1-2 W under heavy I/O switching.
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Engineering reference data for EPF8820ARC208-2 β comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EPF8820ARC208-4 | EPF8820ARC208-3 | EPF8820AQC208-2 | EPF8820AQC208-3 | EPF8820AQC208-2N | EPF8636ARC208-4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 208-pin RQFP (BFQFP) with exposed pad | 208-pin RQFP - same | 208-pin RQFP - same | 208-pin PQFP - same pinout, lead-frame differs | 208-pin PQFP - same pinout | 208-pin PQFP - same pinout, lead-free | 208-pin RQFP - same |
| Brand | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera |
| Usable Gates | 8,000 | 8,000 | 8,000 | 8,000 | 8,000 | 8,000 | 6,000 |
| Logic Cells | 672 | 672 | 672 | 672 | 672 | 672 | [DATA_NEEDED] |
| User I/O | 152 | 152 | 152 | 152 | 152 | 152 | [DATA_NEEDED] |
| Speed Grade | -2 | -4 (faster) | -3 | -2 | -3 | -2 | -4 |
| Core Voltage | 5 V | 5 V | 5 V | 5 V | 5 V | 5 V | 5 V |
| MultiVolt I/O | 3.3 V / 5.0 V | 3.3 V / 5.0 V | 3.3 V / 5.0 V | 3.3 V / 5.0 V | 3.3 V / 5.0 V | 3.3 V / 5.0 V | 3.3 V / 5.0 V |
| Lifecycle Status | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete |
Key Differentiators
- Drop-in compatibility with EPF8820ARC208-4 (vs EPF8820ARC208-4)
- PQFP packaging option for reflow-friendly assembly (vs EPF8820AQC208-2)
- Higher gate density than EPF8636A family (vs EPF8636ARC208-4)
Design Notes
EPF8820ARC208-2 requires a clean 5 V supply on VCCINT pins (typically 8-10 pins distributed around the package) with high-frequency decoupling of 0.1 Β΅F ceramic at each VCCINT pin plus bulk 10-100 Β΅F tantalum or polymer at the regulator output. I/O banks (VCCIO) may be powered at 3.3 V or 5.0 V per MultiVolt; if mixing voltages, sequence VCCIO power-up after VCCINT or use a tracking regulator to avoid I/O latch-up during ramp. Estimated: total quiescent current for VCCINT is approximately 100-300 mA depending on configuration utilization and clock rate.
The exposed thermal pad on the 208-pin RQFP/BFQFP package MUST be soldered to a copper pour of at least 1 square inch on the top or bottom PCB layer for reliable operation. Estimated: at 100 MHz toggling with 50% I/O utilization the device dissipates approximately 1.5-2 W; without thermal pad soldering junction temperature can exceed 125 Β°C in commercial-temperature designs. Use 4-layer PCB with dedicated ground/power planes if possible.
Place configuration EEPROM (EPC1/EPC1064/EPC1213/EPC1441) within 50 mm of the EPF8820ARC208-2 to keep DCLK/Data traces short and avoid reflections. Add 33 Ξ© series termination on DCLK if the configuration device sits at the board edge. JTAG chain (TCK/TMS/TDI/TDO) should be routed with 10 kΞ© pull-ups on TMS and TDI per IEEE 1149.1 to keep the TAP controller in known state at power-up.
Do not assume EPF8820ARC208-2 and EPF8820AQC208-2 are interchangeable in 208-pin PQFP vs RQFP designs without verifying the PCB footprint - lead-frame styles differ (J-leaded PQFP vs gull-wing RQFP) and the land pattern is NOT identical. Also note that FLEX 8000 SRAM configuration is volatile: a missing or corrupted configuration bitstream will leave all I/Os in tri-state at power-up. Always include a JTAG header for in-field recovery.
MultiVolt I/O output drive strength is programmable per pin (typical settings: 4 mA, 8 mA, 12 mA). For clock and high-speed bus lines above 50 MHz, enable the maximum drive and add 22-33 Ξ© series termination at the FPGA pin to dampen reflections. Estimated: with 12 mA drive and a 50 Ξ© transmission line, edge rates of 1-2 ns are typical - keep stubs shorter than 1/6 of the rise time.
Compliance Information
RoHS and lead-free status not explicitly stated in available web data. The -N suffix variants (e.g. EPF8820AQC208-2N) typically denote lead-free finishes, but the original EPF8820ARC208-2 datasheet does not specify compliance. Commercial temperature grade only - not AEC-Q100 qualified.
