EP1C3T144I7ES - Cyclone FPGA 2910 LEs 104 I/O 144-LQFP | Altera
N.º da peça: EP1C3T144I7ES ✗ Fim de vida| Qtd. | Preço unitário | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $18.5 | $18,50 |
| 10 | $16.75 | $167,50 |
| 100 | $14.9 | $1.490,00 |
| 500 | $13.25 | $6.625,00 |
| 1.000 | $11.8 | $11.800,00 |
EP1C3T144I7ES Visão geral
A field programmable gate array (FPGA) is a semiconductor device built around an array of configurable logic blocks (CLBs), programmable interconnect, and embedded memory, allowing hardware engineers to implement arbitrary digital logic, state machines, DSP pipelines, and bus interfaces after PCB fabrication. Within the broader programmable-logic hierarchy, FPGAs sit above CPLDs in density and below ASICs in unit cost, offering a middle ground of rapid time-to-market and reasonable per-unit economics for low-to-medium volume products.
Key features of the EP1C3T144I7ES include 2,910 LEs, 59,904 RAM bits, a PLL for clock management, and support for configuration via passive serial (PS), active serial (AS), and JTAG modes. The Cyclone architecture provides dedicated multiplier blocks and four-input look-up tables, enabling efficient implementation of arithmetic-intensive functions including FIR filters and MAC units.
The 1.5V core is supplemented by dedicated I/O banks supporting LVTTL, LVCMOS, PCI, SSTL, and LVDS signaling, allowing direct interfacing to DDR SDRAM, SRAM, and external microprocessors without external level translation. The 0.13-µm process node delivers a maximum internal clock frequency of up to 320 MHz while maintaining low static power consumption typical of SRAM-based configuration.
Typical applications include industrial control and factory automation, low-cost video processing pipelines, glue logic and bus bridging in embedded systems, motor control, and legacy communication infrastructure where Cyclone has been a long-established design platform. The 144-pin LQFP package is preferred for hand-reworkable prototypes and legacy assemblies that cannot accept fine-pitch BGA packages.
Design consideration: because the EP1C3T144I7ES uses SRAM configuration cells, it must be reconfigured on every power-up from an external configuration device such as EPCS1 or EPCS4, and the JTAG chain must be properly terminated to avoid boundary-scan failures.
This page synthesizes distributor stock data, drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes for engineers maintaining legacy Cyclone I designs, complementing the manufacturer datasheet with cross-reference and lifecycle insight.
Alternativas drop-in para EP1C3T144I7ES — mesmo encapsulamento, compatível pino a pino. Peças de encapsulamento diferente que exigem retrabalho na PCB são excluídas.
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Modelos da mesma série compatíveis como drop-in com EP1C3T144I7ES (mesmo formato e footprint) — diferindo em Package, RoHS Status, Family, PLLs, Process Technology.
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EP1C3T144I7
✅ Drop-In✓ Em estoque
$18.7 / unidade
Ver ficha técnica →EP1C3T144C8N
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$14.1 / unidade
Ver ficha técnica →EP1C3T144C7N
✅ Drop-In✓ Em estoque
$16.2 / unidade
Ver ficha técnica →EP1C3T144C6N
✅ Drop-In✓ Em estoque
$11.94 / unidade
Ver ficha técnica →EP1C3T144CB
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$10.85 / unidade
Ver ficha técnica →EP1C3T144I7ES Classificações máximas e características elétricas
| Product Type | FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) |
| Series | Cyclone |
| Logic Elements (LEs) | 2910 |
| Total RAM Bits | 59904 |
| Number of CLBs | 2910 |
| Maximum User I/O | 104 |
| Number of Dedicated Inputs | 104 |
| Number of Dedicated Outputs | 104 |
| Package Type | 144-LQFP (T144) LFQFP |
| Terminal Form | Gull Wing |
| Number of Terminals | 144 |
| Package Shape | Square |
| Operating Temperature (Industrial) | -40C to +100C |
| Supply Voltage (Core) | 1.5 V |
| Process Node | 0.13 µm all-layer copper SRAM |
| Maximum Internal Clock Frequency | 320 MHz |
| Configuration Modes | Passive Serial (PS), Active Serial (AS), JTAG |
| Status RoHS | Compliant |
Guia de Configuração de Pinos do EP1C3T144I7ES square
Configuração de pinos para EP1C3T144I7ES (pacote square). Este CI digital inclui GPIO, interfaces de comunicação (UART, SPI, I2C) e pinos de alimentação. Consulte o datasheet do fabricante para funções alternativas dos pinos e opções de configuração. Essencial para projeto de sistemas embarcados e layout de PCB.
Nenhum dado detalhado de pinagem disponível para EP1C3T144I7ES.
Consulte a ficha técnica para a configuração completa dos pinos.
Aplicações típicas
EP1C3T144I7ES é adequado para 7 aplicaçãos: Industrial Control and Factory Automation, Legacy Communication Infrastructure, Glue Logic and Bus Bridging, Motor Control and Drives, Low-Cost Video and Image Processing, Test and Measurement Equipment, Legacy Medical Device Interfaces.
Industrial Control and Factory Automation
The EP1C3T144I7ES suits industrial control PLCs and factory automation backplanes that require 104 user I/O pins to drive opto-isolated relays, encoder inputs, and RS-485 transceivers. Its industrial -40C to +100C temperature rating ensures operation in unheated cabinets and motor-control enclosures. The 144-LQFP gull-wing package simplifies hand-prototyping and rework, which is critical for low-volume industrial systems. With 2910 LEs and 60 Kbit of block RAM, the device can host a soft 8051/MIPS core alongside custom state machines for machine sequencing. Configurable I/O banks supporting LVTTL and LVDS enable direct connection to industrial sensors without external level shifters.
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Legacy Communication Infrastructure
The EP1C3T144I7ES is widely deployed in legacy telecom and networking line cards where bus bridging and protocol conversion are needed between E1/T1 framers, TDM backplanes, and processor buses. Its 320 MHz internal clock and PLL support generation of telecom-grade 1.544 MHz, 2.048 MHz, and 8 kHz reference clocks directly from a single crystal. The 104 I/O pins easily accommodate 32-bit data buses plus framing and clock signals. The 144-LQFP package remains the preferred form factor for legacy backplane assemblies that were designed before BGA migration became standard.
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Glue Logic and Bus Bridging
For embedded systems that need flexible glue logic between microprocessors, memories, and peripherals, the EP1C3T144I7ES provides 2910 LEs of programmable logic in a single chip. It can bridge between legacy ISA/PCI buses and modern memory-mapped peripherals, or implement custom DMA controllers. The Cyclone LVDS-capable I/O pins support high-speed chip-to-chip signaling without external transceivers. Its 144-LQFP package and JTAG-based in-system programming enable field firmware updates via boundary-scan tools, which is essential for installed-base industrial equipment.
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Motor Control and Drives
The EP1C3T144I7ES is well suited for multi-axis stepper and BLDC motor control where precise PWM generation, encoder feedback processing, and current-loop math are required. Its embedded multiplier blocks and fast carry chains enable hardware-accelerated PID loops running at kHz rates. The 104 I/O pins can drive 3-phase inverter FET gate drivers, Hall-effect sensors, and incremental encoders simultaneously. Industrial temperature grade ensures operation near motor windings and power electronics. The 144-LQFP package is mechanically robust and supports hand-reworked prototypes common in motion-control R&D.
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Low-Cost Video and Image Processing
The EP1C3T144I7ES can implement video scalers, frame-rate converters, and on-screen-display overlays for cost-sensitive display products. Its LVDS-capable I/O pairs support flat-panel display interfaces including TTL RGB, and the 60 Kbit block RAM provides sufficient line buffers for CIF-resolution video pipelines. Designers can implement color space conversion (YUV-RGB) and deinterlacing entirely in FPGA fabric without external DSP. The 144-LQFP package fits small-form-factor set-top box and industrial monitor PCBs where BGAs are impractical.
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Test and Measurement Equipment
The EP1C3T144I7ES is used in bench instruments such as logic analyzers, protocol analyzers, and data-acquisition front ends where flexible I/O and pattern generation are needed. Its 320 MHz operation enables real-time sampling at tens of MSPS, and 104 I/O pins provide ample channel count for multi-channel capture. The 144-LQFP form factor and JTAG-based programming accelerate development cycles. Industrial temperature rating supports use in production-line test fixtures.
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Legacy Medical Device Interfaces
For installed-base medical devices that require hardware longevity, the EP1C3T144I7ES provides a stable, long-life programmable-logic platform with 104 user I/O pins to interface sensors, displays, and serial communication ports. The industrial temperature rating supports operating-room and bedside environments. The 144-LQFP package supports hand-repairable assemblies, important for medical equipment serviceability. Designers can implement custom signal conditioning, isolation barriers, and safety interlocks entirely in programmable logic.
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Dados de referência de engenharia para EP1C3T144I7ES — comparação, orientação de projeto e informações de conformidade.
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Comparação com alternativas
| Parâmetro | Este produto | EP1C3T144I7 | EP1C3T144C8N | EP1C3T144C7N | EP1C3T144C6N | EP1C3T144CB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera |
| Package | 144-LQFP (T144) | 144-LQFP (T144) - same | 144-LQFP (T144) - same | 144-LQFP (T144) - same | 144-LQFP (T144) - same | 144-LQFP (T144) - same |
| Logic Elements | 2910 | 2910 | 2910 | 2910 | 2910 | 2910 |
| Temperature Range | Industrial -40C to +100C | Industrial -40C to +100C | Commercial 0C to +85C | Commercial 0C to +85C | Commercial 0C to +85C | Commercial 0C to +85C |
| Speed Grade | 7 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 6 | B |
| User I/O Pins | 104 | 104 | 104 | 104 | 104 | 104 |
| Total RAM Bits | 59904 | 59904 | 59904 | 59904 | 59904 | 59904 |
| Configuration Mode | PS / AS / JTAG | PS / AS / JTAG | PS / AS / JTAG | PS / AS / JTAG | PS / AS / JTAG | PS / AS / JTAG |
| Lifecycle Status | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete |
Principais diferenciais
- Industrial temperature grade with same speed bin as standard I7 (vs EP1C3T144C8N)
- Engineering-sample build specifically for prototyping (vs EP1C3T144I7)
- 144-LQFP gull-wing package for hand-reworkability (vs BGA-packaged Cyclone III (EP3C3BGA))
Notas de projeto
The Cyclone EP1C3T144I7ES requires four separate power rails: VCCINT (1.5V core), VCCIO (3.3V or 2.5V I/O banks), VCC_PLL (1.5V PLL analog), and VCCA_PLL (2.5V PLL auxiliary). Each bank must be decoupled with 0.1µF and 10µF capacitors placed within 5mm of the package pins. Estimated: at 320 MHz with 104 toggling I/O pins at 50% toggle rate, total power dissipation is approximately 0.6-0.8W; design the PCB for adequate airflow or copper thermal spreading.
Because the EP1C3T144I7ES uses SRAM configuration cells, it must be reconfigured on every power-up from an external configuration memory. The most common pitfall is omitting the EPCS configuration device or using a configuration bitstream that exceeds its 1 Mbit capacity. Use EPCS4 (4 Mbit) for designs with 2000+ LEs, and verify that the Quartus-generated .pof file size does not exceed the device capacity. JTAG chain ordering must include all devices in sequence with proper TMS/TCK termination.
The 144-LQFP package has a 0.5mm pitch and gull-wing leads. Per Altera design guidelines, the PCB land pattern should be 1.0mm wide x 0.4mm long with 0.2mm solder mask expansion. Hand-rework is straightforward with a hot-air station; do not attempt drag-soldering on the fine-pitch leads without proper flux and preheating. Place all decoupling capacitors on the same PCB layer as the FPGA to minimize via inductance. Keep all four PLL power pins properly isolated from digital switching noise.
Informações de conformidade
RoHS compliance per Altera/Intel product page. AEC-Q100 is not applicable - FPGAs are not qualified to automotive reliability standards. Halogen-free status not explicitly stated in the datasheet excerpts available.
