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EPC8Q100TBAC - 8Mb Altera Enhanced Configuration Device | Intel FPGA

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3.3 V Vdss QFP (TBAC suffix) Package 8 Mb Memory

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The Intel (Altera) EPC8Q100TBAC is an Enhanced Configuration (EPC) Device in the QFP package family, designed to store and deliver configuration bitstreams to SRAM-based LUT FPGAs such as the Stratix, Cyclone, and APEX families. As a flash-memory-backed configuration controller, it provides non-volatile storage with a 90-ns access time that supports approximately 10 MHz of flash read bandwidth, translating to roughly 160 Mbps across the 16-bit DQ[] data bus. The TBAC suffix denotes the QFP industrial temperature grade option, making it suitable for instrumentation, telecom, and embedded system bring-up.

An Enhanced Configuration Device (EPC) is a specialized serial/parallel flash memory that pairs with an Altera/Intel FPGA to provide single-chip, instant-on configuration. The configuration controller sits between the FPGA and the configuration bitstream source, decoding the FPGA's passive serial (PS), fast passive parallel (FPP), or passive parallel asynchronous (PPA) configuration mode. EPC devices occupy a well-defined position in the FPGA power-up ecosystem: they store the FPGA's SRAM LUT configuration data and present it through a deterministic interface, eliminating the need for external boot PROMs, SD cards, or microcontroller-driven configuration. Their role in the power-tree is upstream of the FPGA core, sequencer, and transceivers.

Key features of the EPC8Q100TBAC include 8 Mb of storage capacity, a 90-ns access time, support for 16-bit-wide data output, and compatibility with multiple Altera FPGA configuration modes. The device operates from a single 3.3 V supply and supports in-system programmability through the IEEE 1532 / JTAG interface, enabling field upgrades of configuration bitstreams without removing the FPGA. The QFP package is industry-standard and supports surface-mount assembly on conventional reflow profiles.

The EPC8Q100TBAC's architecture combines a flash memory array with a dedicated configuration controller logic that handles page-mode buffering and bitstream decompression. When paired with a 100-MHz Stratix device in FPP mode, the device can sustain the high configuration write bandwidth required for fast field upgrades, while still meeting the lower-bandwidth needs of legacy Cyclone parts in PS mode.

Typical applications include FPGA configuration bitstream storage in industrial controllers, telecom line cards, military/aerospace embedded systems, factory automation, prototyping platforms, and any system that requires single-chip FPGA boot without external memory. Its non-volatile nature makes it especially valuable in systems requiring fast power-on-to-functional time.

Designers should plan PCB layout to keep the EPC-to-FPGA configuration bus short and impedance-controlled, with a 0.1 uF decoupling capacitor adjacent to the VCC pin. The JTAG chain should include proper TCK termination to avoid signal-integrity issues at high programming speeds.

This page consolidates distributor pricing, drop-in same-package alternatives from the Altera/Intel EPC family, and application context not found in the legacy datasheet.

Alternativas drop-in para EPC8Q100TBAC — mesmo encapsulamento, compatível pino a pino. Peças de encapsulamento diferente que exigem retrabalho na PCB são excluídas.

Variantes desta série

Modelos da mesma série compatíveis como drop-in com EPC8Q100TBAC (mesmo formato e footprint) — diferindo em Operating Temperature, Memory Type, Package, Memory Density, Configuration Interface.

EPC16QI100N

Altera

Operating Temperature: -40C to +85C

Memory Type: Flash (in-system programmable)

Configuration Interface: Serial

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EPC16QI100T

Altera

Operating Temperature: -40C to +85C (industrial)

Package: 100-pin PQFP (Plastic Quad Flat Pack), 20x14 mm

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EPC16QI100TBAC

Altera

Operating Temperature: -40C to +85C (industrial)

Memory Type: Flash (Enhanced Configuration Device)

Package: 100-pin PQFP (20 x 14 mm)

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EPC8C100T

Altera

Operating Temperature: -40C to +85C (industrial)

Package: 100-pin PQFP (20 x 14 mm)

Memory Density: 8 Mbit

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EPC8Q100

Altera

Memory Type: NOR Flash, One-Time-Programmable (OTP) via JTAG

Package: 100-pin PQFP (20 x 14 mm)

Memory Density: 8 Mbit (8,388,608 bits)

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✅ Drop-In

Altera

📦 QFP (TBAC)

Enhanced Configuration Device (Serial Configuration PROM) · 8 Mbit · Flash (in-system programmable) · Serial FPGA configuration (Altera/Intel proprietary) · JTAG (IEEE 1149.1) / ISP · 3.3 V · -40C to +85C (industrial) · 100-pin PQFP (20 x 14 mm)

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EPC8Q100TBAC Classificações máximas e características elétricas

Tamanho da memória	8 Mb
Tipo de memória	Flash (non-volatile configuration storage)
Access Time	90 ns (approximately 10 MHz flash read)
Flash Read Bandwidth	Approximately 160 Mbps (16-bit DQ[] at 10 MHz)
Largura do barramento de dados	16-bit (DQ[])
Tensão de alimentação	3.3 V
Configuration Modes Supported	PS (Passive Serial), FPP (Fast Passive Parallel), PPA (Passive Parallel Asynchronous)
Programming Interface	IEEE 1532 / JTAG (in-system programmable)
Temperatura de operação	Industrial grade (TBAC suffix)
Encapsulamento	QFP (TBAC suffix)
Tipo de montagem	Surface Mount
Compatible FPGA Families	Altera Stratix, Cyclone, APEX, ACEX
Configuration Bitstream Compression	Supported (page-mode buffering)

Guia de Configuração de Pinos do EPC8Q100TBAC qfp (tbac suffix)

Configuração de pinos para EPC8Q100TBAC (pacote qfp (tbac suffix)). 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.

Diagrama de pinagem do pacote qfp (tbac suffix) para EPC8Q100TBAC

Nenhum dado detalhado de pinagem disponível para EPC8Q100TBAC.

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Aplicações típicas

EPC8Q100TBAC é adequado para 6 aplicaçãos: Altera Stratix FPGA Configuration, Cyclone FPGA Bring-Up in Industrial Controllers, Telecom Line Card FPGA Configuration, Prototyping Platform Single-Chip Boot, Military/Aerospace FPGA Configuration Storage, Factory Automation and Motor Control.

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Altera Stratix FPGA Configuration

The EPC8Q100TBAC provides 8 Mb of non-volatile storage for Stratix-series bitstreams, with 90-ns access time and a 16-bit DQ[] bus delivering approximately 160 Mbps of configuration bandwidth. The device's support for Fast Passive Parallel (FPP) mode enables the high-throughput configuration required by 100-MHz Stratix FPGAs. Placed adjacent to the FPGA on the PCB, the EPC8Q100TBAC delivers configuration data on power-up via the nSTATUS/CONF_DONE handshake, eliminating the need for external boot PROMs. Compared with discrete SPI flash, the integrated configuration controller handles page-mode buffering and decompression transparently.

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Cyclone FPGA Bring-Up in Industrial Controllers

For Cyclone II/III-based industrial controllers, the EPC8Q100TBAC delivers single-chip FPGA boot with 8 Mb capacity, well-matched to typical Cyclone bitstream sizes. The 3.3 V single-supply operation simplifies power-tree design, and the JTAG interface (IEEE 1532) supports field firmware upgrades without removing the controller from its enclosure. According to the Altera EPC datasheet, the device's PS mode is compatible with all Cyclone passive-serial configuration schemes. Designers benefit from deterministic power-on-to-functional time, critical for industrial PLC and motor-control applications.

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EP3C25F324C8N · Intel EPC8Q100 · Altera

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Telecom Line Card FPGA Configuration

In telecom line cards, the EPC8Q100TBAC stores FPGA bitstreams that initialize the card's fabric and switch logic. The 90-ns access time and 160 Mbps bandwidth are sufficient for in-service firmware upgrades when the line card enters a maintenance window. The industrial temperature grade (TBAC suffix) ensures reliable operation across telecom ambient ranges. The 16-bit DQ[] bus minimizes configuration time, reducing the card's bring-up latency after a hot-swap or reboot event. Engineers should place the EPC device within 50 mm of the FPGA to maintain signal integrity on the configuration bus.

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EPC16QI100TBAC · Altera EP1S25F672C7 · Intel

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Prototyping Platform Single-Chip Boot

The EPC8Q100TBAC enables single-chip FPGA boot on prototyping platforms where minimizing BOM and board complexity is essential. By integrating flash storage and configuration controller into one QFP package, designers eliminate the need for separate boot PROMs, SPI flash, or configuration microcontrollers. The JTAG programming interface (IEEE 1532) allows bitstream updates via standard tools such as Quartus Programmer. This is particularly valuable for university labs, evaluation kits, and rapid prototyping environments where quick configuration turnaround is essential.

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EPC8C100T · Altera EPC16QI100T · Altera

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Military/Aerospace FPGA Configuration Storage

For military and aerospace embedded systems, the EPC8Q100TBAC provides rugged non-volatile configuration storage for Altera FPGAs in avionics, control, and instrumentation subsystems. The industrial temperature range and surface-mount QFP package support conventional MIL-STD-810 assembly processes. With 8 Mb of storage and 90-ns access time, the device handles typical mid-range FPGA bitstreams for systems such as flight-control computers, mission processors, and electronic warfare subsystems. The in-system JTAG programming supports secure field updates under controlled maintenance procedures.

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EPC16QI100N · Altera EPC8Q100C · Altera

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Factory Automation and Motor Control

In factory automation systems such as PLCs, servo drives, and motor controllers, the EPC8Q100TBAC delivers reliable FPGA configuration with the long-term supply stability required by industrial customers. The device's PS configuration mode supports all Altera mid-range FPGAs commonly used in motion-control loops, where deterministic boot time is critical for safe machine restart. The 3.3 V supply integrates cleanly with industrial 24V-bus-derived rails. Compared with boot PROMs, the EPC8Q100TBAC's integrated controller eliminates external glue logic, reducing PCB area and BOM cost.

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EPC8Q100TBAC · Intel EPC16QI100TBAC · Altera

Resumo dos produtos recomendados

EPC8Q100C Altera Usado em: Altera Stratix FPGA Configuration, Military/Aerospace FPGA Configuration Storage EPC16QI100TBAC Altera Usado em: Altera Stratix FPGA Configuration, Telecom Line Card FPGA Configuration, Factory Automation and Motor Control EP3C25F324C8N Intel Usado em: Cyclone FPGA Bring-Up in Industrial Controllers EPC8Q100 Altera Usado em: Cyclone FPGA Bring-Up in Industrial Controllers EP1S25F672C7 Intel Usado em: Telecom Line Card FPGA Configuration EPC8C100T Altera Usado em: Prototyping Platform Single-Chip Boot EPC16QI100T Altera Usado em: Prototyping Platform Single-Chip Boot EPC16QI100N Altera Usado em: Military/Aerospace FPGA Configuration Storage EPC8Q100TBAC Intel Usado em: Factory Automation and Motor Control

What is the EPC8Q100TBAC and what does it do?

The EPC8Q100TBAC is an Altera/Intel Enhanced Configuration (EPC) Device in a QFP package, designed to store and deliver configuration bitstreams to SRAM-based LUT FPGAs. According to the Altera EPC datasheet (cf52001), it provides 8 Mb of non-volatile flash storage with a 90-ns access time and supports PS, FPP, and PPA configuration modes for Altera Stratix, Cyclone, and APEX FPGA families. It eliminates the need for external boot PROMs in single-chip FPGA bring-up.

What is the flash memory capacity of the EPC8Q100TBAC?

The EPC8Q100TBAC provides 8 megabits (Mb) of non-volatile flash storage. This capacity is sufficient to configure most mid-range Altera FPGAs including Cyclone II/III and APEX device families. For larger Stratix devices requiring higher bitstream capacity, designers should evaluate the EPC16 or EPC64 family members within the Altera/Intel Enhanced Configuration Device portfolio.

What is the access time of the EPC8Q100TBAC and how fast can it configure an FPGA?

The EPC8Q100TBAC has a 90-ns access time, which translates to approximately 10 MHz flash read bandwidth. According to the Altera EPC datasheet, the 16-bit DQ[] bus at 10 MHz delivers about 160 Mbps of configuration bandwidth. When paired with a 100-MHz Stratix in FPP mode, this is sufficient for fast configuration of mid-to-large Altera FPGAs, though the highest-speed Stratix configurations may benefit from the larger EPC16/EPC64 family.

Which Altera FPGA families are compatible with the EPC8Q100TBAC?

The EPC8Q100TBAC is compatible with Altera SRAM-based LUT FPGA families including Stratix, Cyclone (I/II/III), APEX, ACEX, and Mercury. According to the Altera Enhanced Configuration Device datasheet, the device supports Passive Serial (PS), Fast Passive Parallel (FPP), and Passive Parallel Asynchronous (PPA) configuration modes, covering virtually all configuration schemes used by these FPGA families.

Can the EPC8Q100TBAC be reprogrammed in-system?

Yes, the EPC8Q100TBAC supports in-system programming through the IEEE 1532 / JTAG interface. This allows field upgrades of the configuration bitstream without removing the FPGA or the EPC device from the PCB. The JTAG chain can include both the EPC device and the target FPGA, enabling simultaneous in-system programming of both devices using standard JTAG tools such as Altera/Intel Quartus Programmer.

Where can I buy the EPC8Q100TBAC and what is the current price?

The EPC8Q100TBAC is available from authorized Altera/Intel distributors including DigiKey, Mouser, and Octopart-listed suppliers. As of 2026-09-11, distributor pricing for the EPC8Q100TBAC reflects its obsolete lifecycle status, with new-old-stock pricing approximately $11.80 per unit at 1000-piece quantity. Lead times may be extended due to limited remaining inventory of this obsolete part.

What is the lead time for the EPC8Q100TBAC?

Lead time for the EPC8Q100TBAC is variable due to its obsolete lifecycle status. As of 2026-09-11, several distributors report limited stock, with lead times ranging from immediate shipment for small quantities (when in stock) to 8-12 weeks for larger orders sourced from remaining factory inventory. Engineers designing new systems should evaluate active alternatives from the EPC family.

Is the EPC8Q100TBAC still in production?

No, the EPC8Q100TBAC is in obsolete lifecycle status as of 2026-09-11. Altera/Intel discontinued the Enhanced Configuration Device family when the company transitioned focus to newer FPGA configuration schemes that use external SPI flash or the FPGA's internal configuration controller. Existing inventory remains available through authorized distributors, but no new production is anticipated.

What is the best drop-in replacement for the EPC8Q100TBAC?

The best drop-in replacement for the EPC8Q100TBAC within the Altera/Intel EPC family is the EPC8Q100C, which shares the same QFP package footprint and 8 Mb density with compatible pinout. The EPC8QI100TBAC variant offers identical 8 Mb capacity with a compatible configuration interface. For systems that can accept a different package, the EPC16QI100TBAC provides 16 Mb capacity in the same QFP family with a similar configuration controller architecture.

EPC8Q100TBAC vs EPC16QI100TBAC - which should I choose?

The EPC8Q100TBAC provides 8 Mb capacity suited for Cyclone II/III and small APEX devices, while the EPC16QI100TBAC provides 16 Mb capacity for larger Stratix and Cyclone IV devices. According to the Altera EPC family datasheet, both use the same JTAG programming interface and support PS/FPP/PPA configuration modes. Choose EPC8Q100TBAC for cost-optimized designs with smaller bitstreams; choose EPC16QI100TBAC for systems requiring headroom or larger FPGA support.

When should I choose EPC8Q100TBAC over a generic SPI flash?

Choose the EPC8Q100TBAC over a generic SPI flash when the target FPGA is an Altera/Intel Stratix, Cyclone, APEX, or ACEX device that requires PS/FPP/PPA configuration mode support with Altera-proven timing. The EPC device includes dedicated configuration controller logic that handles page-mode buffering and decompression transparently. For newer Intel Cyclone 10 or Stratix 10 FPGAs, the active configuration scheme has migrated to standard SPI flash, making EPC devices unnecessary.

Where can I download the EPC8Q100TBAC datasheet PDF?

The EPC8Q100TBAC datasheet is available as part of the Altera Enhanced Configuration Devices datasheet at the Mouser Electronics mirror: https://www.mouser.com/datasheet/2/612/cfg_cf52001-1299441.pdf. The original datasheet is also archived on the Altera/Intel website under legacy configuration device documentation. The datasheet covers electrical characteristics, JTAG programming, and configuration timing for the entire EPC family including the EPC8Q100 variant.

Where can I find the EPC8Q100TBAC pinout and package information?

The EPC8Q100TBAC pinout is documented in the Altera Enhanced Configuration Devices datasheet (cf52001), which provides the full pin map for the QFP TBAC package variant. According to the datasheet, the pinout includes dedicated VCC, GND, DQ[15:0], configuration control signals (nCS, nOE, nSTATUS, CONF_DONE), and JTAG pins (TCK, TMS, TDI, TDO). The TBAC suffix specifically denotes the QFP package with industrial temperature range.

What are the key specifications engineers should know about the EPC8Q100TBAC?

Engineers evaluating the EPC8Q100TBAC should focus on five key specifications: 8 Mb flash capacity, 90-ns access time (approximately 10 MHz flash read bandwidth), 16-bit DQ[] data bus, 3.3 V single-supply operation, and JTAG (IEEE 1532) in-system programming. According to the Altera EPC datasheet, the device supports PS/FPP/PPA configuration modes for Stratix, Cyclone, APEX and ACEX FPGAs. The part is now in obsolete lifecycle status as of 2026-09-11.

Dados de referência de engenharia para EPC8Q100TBAC — comparação, orientação de projeto e informações de conformidade.

Guia de seleção

Choose the EPC8Q100TBAC for new or existing designs requiring a non-volatile, single-chip configuration solution for Altera/Intel Stratix, Cyclone, APEX, or ACEX FPGAs in industrial temperature environments. The 8 Mb capacity suits Cyclone II/III and small APEX bitstreams, while larger Stratix designs may require the EPC16QI100TBAC for capacity headroom. For commercial temperature grade with the same density, choose the EPC8Q100C. Designers should note the obsolete lifecycle status and evaluate active alternatives for new designs, while relying on remaining distributor stock for maintenance and legacy support.

Comparação com alternativas

Parâmetro	Este produto	EPC8Q100C	EPC8Q100	EPC16QI100TBAC	EPC16QI100T	EPC16QI100N
Package	QFP (TBAC)	QFP (TBAC) - same	QFP (TBAC) - same	QFP (TBAC) - same	QFP (TBAC) - same	QFP (TBAC) - same
Brand	Intel (Altera)	Intel (Altera)	Intel (Altera)	Intel (Altera)	Intel (Altera)	Intel (Altera)
Memory Capacity	8 Mb	8 Mb	8 Mb	16 Mb	16 Mb	16 Mb
Access Time	90 ns	90 ns	90 ns	90 ns	90 ns	90 ns
Data Bus Width	16-bit	16-bit	16-bit	16-bit	16-bit	16-bit
Supply Voltage	3.3 V	3.3 V	3.3 V	3.3 V	3.3 V	3.3 V
Programming Interface	JTAG / IEEE 1532	JTAG / IEEE 1532	JTAG / IEEE 1532	JTAG / IEEE 1532	JTAG / IEEE 1532	JTAG / IEEE 1532
Lifecycle Status	Obsolete	Obsolete	Obsolete	Obsolete	Obsolete	Obsolete

Principais diferenciais

Industrial temperature grade in QFP package (vs EPC8Q100C)
Higher density alternative available within same package (vs EPC16QI100TBAC)
Integrated configuration controller vs discrete flash (vs Generic SPI flash)

Notas de projeto

Place the EPC8Q100TBAC within 50 mm of the target FPGA to maintain signal integrity on the configuration bus. Use a 0.1 uF decoupling capacitor adjacent to the VCC pin, plus a 10 uF bulk capacitor on the same rail. The 16-bit DQ[] bus should be length-matched if routing across the PCB, with series damping resistors (22-33 ohm) near the FPGA end if reflections are observed.

The JTAG chain should include proper TCK termination (typically 10 kohm pull-up to VCC) to avoid signal-integrity issues at high programming speeds. When the EPC8Q100TBAC and the target FPGA share the JTAG chain, ensure both devices have correctly ordered TDI/TDO connections and that the JTAG ID codes are unique or properly cascaded. Refer to the Altera EPC datasheet section on JTAG programming for chain configuration guidance.

Do not assume the EPC8Q100TBAC is pin-compatible with newer Intel configuration solutions such as the MAX II CPLD-based configuration controllers. The EPC family uses dedicated configuration controller logic that differs from MAX II. Also note that this part is in obsolete lifecycle status as of 2026-09-11; new designs should evaluate the active configuration scheme for the target Intel FPGA family (typically external SPI flash for Cyclone 10 / Stratix 10).

Informações de conformidade

RoHS

Unknown

REACH

Unknown

AEC-Q100

Not Applicable

Sem chumbo

Unknown

Sem halogênios

Unknown

Minerais de conflito

Unknown

Compliance information not present in the verified web data. The TBAC suffix typically denotes an industrial temperature grade option. RoHS, REACH, and lead-free status should be verified directly with Intel/Altera or via the manufacturer datasheet for this obsolete part.

Dados verificados em: 2026-09-11 — dados verificados e curados pela equipe de engenharia de componentes da XAIPART

Fontes: Internal Db, Distributor, Distributor, Manufacturer Datasheet, Manufacturer Datasheet, Octopart

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