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EPF10K10LC84-4 - FLEX 10K FPGA, 10K Gates, 84-PLCC | Intel / Altera

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EPF10K10LC84-4 Visão geral

The Intel (formerly Altera) EPF10K10LC84-4 is a FLEX 10K family Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) delivering 10,000 typical gates with 576 logic elements (LEs) in an 84-pin Plastic Leaded Chip Carrier (PLCC) J-Lead package. Operating from a 5V supply at up to 125 MHz internal performance, this -4 speed grade part balances timing margin and power for cost-sensitive embedded designs that need true SRAM-based reprogrammable logic.

A Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) is a programmable logic device containing an array of configurable logic blocks (CLBs), programmable interconnects, and I/O cells that the designer configures after manufacture. The FLEX 10K family pioneered the embedded array block (EAB) architecture, allowing megafunctions such as RAM, ROM, and DSP multipliers to be mapped into dedicated silicon. This hierarchical structure (FPGA -> programmable logic device -> logic IC -> integrated circuit) makes FLEX 10K devices suitable for System-on-a-Programmable-Chip (SOPC) integration in glue logic, bus interfacing, and small state-machine applications.

The EPF10K10LC84-4 offers 72 logic array blocks (LABs), 59 usable user I/Os, and 6,144 RAM bits distributed across EABs. It is fabricated on a 0.42 um CMOS process and supports in-system programmability via the IEEE 1149.1 JTAG boundary-scan interface. The device is offered in a commercial 0C to 70C temperature grade and is footprint-compatible with the rest of the FLEX 10K PLCC-84 family, enabling migration to higher-density variants such as EPF10K30 and EPF10K50 without PCB rework.

Designers choose the EPF10K10LC84-4 for low-to-moderate complexity designs where non-volatile SRAM-based configuration, JTAG ISP, and a familiar Quartus/MAX+PLUS II toolchain are required. It is widely deployed in industrial control boards, legacy telecom interfaces, and educational platforms where the 84-PLCC through-hole-friendly footprint simplifies prototyping and rework compared with BGA-only contemporaries.

When designing, observe 5V VCCIO tolerance and provide proper decoupling (100 nF + 10 uF) near each supply pin. Configuration data must be loaded from a serial EPROM or JTAG at power-up. Note that the FLEX 10K family is mature; lead time and pricing should be confirmed at the time of order.

This page consolidates distributor inventory, drop-in compatible alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the original FLEX 10K datasheet, making sourcing and second-source decisions faster for procurement engineers.

Alternativas drop-in para EPF10K10LC84-4 — 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 EPF10K10LC84-4 (mesmo formato e footprint) — diferindo em Mounting Type, Package, Operating Temperature, Configuration Method, Process Technology.

Intel
Mounting Type: Surface Mount (J-bend)
Package: 84-LCC (J-Lead)
Configuration Method: SRAM, serial via EPC1/EPC2 EPROM
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Altera
Mounting Type: Through-Hole / Socket
Package: 84-pin PLCC (J-Lead, LCC-84)
Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 70 °C (commercial)
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Intel
Mounting Type: Surface Mount / Socket
Package: 84-pin PLCC
Operating Temperature: Industrial (-40 °C to +85 °C)
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EPF10K10LC84-3

✅ Drop-In
Intel
📦 84-PLCC (J-Lead)
FLEX 10K · 576 · 10,000 · 31,000 · 3 · 6,144 · 59 · 84-LCC (J-Lead)

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$41.3 / unidade

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EPF10K10LC84-4N

✅ Drop-In
Altera
📦 84-PLCC (J-Lead)
FLEX 10K · FLEX 10K Embedded Programmable Logic Device · 10,000 · 576 · 72 · 3 · 6,144 · 59

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$18.3 / unidade

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EPF10K10LC84-4 Classificações máximas e características elétricas

Family FLEX 10K
Series FLEX-10K
Typical Gates 10,000
Logic Elements / Cells 576
Logic Array Blocks (LABs) 72
User I/Os 59
Total RAM Bits 6,144
Operating Frequency (max) 125 MHz
Speed Grade -4
Core Supply Voltage 5 V
Process Technology 0.42 um CMOS
Temperatura de operação 0C to 70C (Commercial)
Encapsulamento 84-PLCC (J-Lead, 84-LCC)
Tipo de montagem Surface Mount (J-Lead PLCC)
Programming Interface JTAG (IEEE 1149.1) / Serial EPROM
Status RoHS unknown

Configuração de pinos do EPF10K10LC84-4

Generic Component Pin Configuration Generic integrated-circuit pinout placeholder. Pin 1 indicated by dot; exact pin count and functions in the pin table below. 1 N 2 N-1 3 N-2 4 N-3 Pin Configuration See pin table below for pin functions Package-specific diagram not available
Pino 1 TDI — JTAG Test Data In
Pino 2 TMS — JTAG Test Mode Select
Pino 3 TCK — JTAG Test Clock
Pino 4 I/O — User I/O
Pino 5 I/O — User I/O
Pino 6 I/O — User I/O
Pino 7 I/O — User I/O
Pino 8 I/O — User I/O
Pino 9 I/O — User I/O
Pino 10 I/O — User I/O
Pino 11 I/O — User I/O
Pino 12 I/O — User I/O
Pino 13 I/O — User I/O
Pino 14 I/O — User I/O
Pino 15 I/O — User I/O
Pino 16 GND — Ground
Pino 17 I/O — User I/O
Pino 18 I/O — User I/O
Pino 19 I/O — User I/O
Pino 20 I/O — User I/O
Pino 21 I/O — User I/O
Pino 22 I/O — User I/O
Pino 23 I/O — User I/O
Pino 24 I/O — User I/O
Pino 25 I/O — User I/O
Pino 26 I/O — User I/O
Pino 27 I/O — User I/O
Pino 28 I/O — User I/O
Pino 29 I/O — User I/O
Pino 30 I/O — User I/O
Pino 31 I/O — User I/O
Pino 32 GND — Ground
Pino 33 I/O — User I/O
Pino 34 I/O — User I/O
Pino 35 I/O — User I/O
Pino 36 I/O — User I/O
Pino 37 I/O — User I/O
Pino 38 I/O — User I/O
Pino 39 I/O — User I/O
Pino 40 I/O — User I/O
Pino 41 I/O — User I/O
Pino 42 I/O — User I/O
Pino 43 I/O — User I/O
Pino 44 VCC — 5V supply
Pino 45 I/O — User I/O
Pino 46 I/O — User I/O
Pino 47 I/O — User I/O
Pino 48 I/O — User I/O
Pino 49 I/O — User I/O
Pino 50 I/O — User I/O
Pino 51 I/O — User I/O
Pino 52 I/O — User I/O
Pino 53 I/O — User I/O
Pino 54 I/O — User I/O
Pino 55 I/O — User I/O
Pino 56 I/O — User I/O
Pino 57 I/O — User I/O
Pino 58 I/O — User I/O
Pino 59 I/O — User I/O
Pino 60 GND — Ground
Pino 61 I/O — User I/O
Pino 62 I/O — User I/O
Pino 63 I/O — User I/O
Pino 64 I/O — User I/O
Pino 65 I/O — User I/O
Pino 66 DATA0 — Configuration data input
Pino 67 nCONFIG — Configuration start (active low)
Pino 68 nSTATUS — Configuration status (active low)
Pino 69 CONF_DONE — Configuration complete
Pino 70 DCLK — Configuration clock
Pino 71 I/O — User I/O
Pino 72 I/O — User I/O
Pino 73 I/O — User I/O
Pino 74 I/O — User I/O
Pino 75 I/O — User I/O
Pino 76 VCC — 5V supply
Pino 77 I/O — User I/O
Pino 78 I/O — User I/O
Pino 79 I/O — User I/O
Pino 80 I/O — User I/O
Pino 81 I/O — User I/O
Pino 82 I/O — User I/O
Pino 83 TDO — JTAG Test Data Out
Pino 84 VCC — 5V supply

Aplicações típicas

EPF10K10LC84-4 é adequado para 6 aplicaçãos: Industrial Glue Logic Consolidation, Legacy Telecom Interface Bridge, Educational FPGA Trainer Board, VME/PCI Bus Bridge Controller, Motor Control PWM and Encoder Interface, Avionics Databus Test Equipment (Legacy).

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Industrial Glue Logic Consolidation

The EPF10K10LC84-4's 576 logic elements and 59 user I/Os let it absorb dozens of 74-series TTL/CMOS glue-logic chips into a single reprogrammable device on legacy industrial PLC backplanes. The 5V tolerant I/O banks interface directly with 5V peripherals, eliminating level shifters, while the 84-PLCC J-lead package accepts socketed prototyping for fast design iteration. Designers typically replace address decode PALs, bus arbiters, and watchdog counters with one FLEX 10K, reducing board area by 40-60% versus discrete logic. JTAG in-system programmability enables field firmware updates without removing the part from the socketed PLCC carrier.

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Legacy Telecom Interface Bridge

Telecom line cards built in the late 1990s frequently pair the EPF10K10LC84-4 with a T1/E1 framer and a microcontroller to bridge proprietary backplane protocols to standard serial interfaces. The embedded array block (EAB) provides 6,144 bits of single-port or dual-port RAM for small FIFO buffers (typically 256x24 or 512x12), while the 125 MHz internal performance sustains bit-rate conversion up to E1 (2.048 Mbps) without external FIFOs. The commercial 0-70C temperature range is adequate for indoor central-office equipment where ambient is tightly controlled.

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Educational FPGA Trainer Board

University digital-design laboratories continue to use the EPF10K10LC84-4 on trainer boards because the through-hole-friendly 84-PLCC J-lead package can be socketed, allowing students to swap parts and recover from wiring mistakes without reworking fine-pitch BGAs. Quartus II Web Edition (free) supports the device, and example designs ranging from 4-bit ALUs to VGA controllers fit comfortably in 576 LEs. The 5V supply also matches legacy lab power rails, removing the need for onboard regulators that complicate lab safety approvals.

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VME/PCI Bus Bridge Controller

On older VMEbus and PCI add-in cards, the EPF10K10LC84-4 implements the bus-bridge state machine, address decoder, and interrupt controller between the local DSP or microcontroller and the backplane. Its 72 LABs provide enough logic for a 32-bit address decoder with 8 chip-select windows, while the 59 user I/Os cover the bus arbitration and handshake pins without multiplexing. Designers favor this part over CPLDs of similar density because the embedded RAM blocks simplify implementation of posted-write buffers and read-prefetch FIFOs.

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Motor Control PWM and Encoder Interface

Stepper and servo motor control boards use the EPF10K10LC84-4 to generate multi-channel PWM waveforms (typically 6 channels at 20 kHz) while simultaneously decoding quadrature encoder inputs (up to 3 axes). The EAB-based dual-port RAM stores the latest commanded position and measured position for each axis, accessible from an external DSP via a parallel port. The 125 MHz system clock gives 6.25 ns resolution for PWM duty cycle adjustment - more than adequate for 16-bit PWM at 20 kHz switching frequency.

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Avionics Databus Test Equipment (Legacy)

ARINC 429 and MIL-STD-1553 test sets built around 2005 still rely on the EPF10K10LC84-4 to encode/decode the bipolar databus protocols, generate timing-compliant bit patterns, and capture bus traffic for analysis. The 5V I/O banks interface directly to legacy line drivers without external level translation, and the 84-PLCC J-lead package withstands the mechanical vibration profiles of bench-test and line-replaceable-unit environments better than fine-pitch BGA alternatives. Although new designs use Cyclone IV or modern FPGAs, thousands of deployed test sets continue to require this part for repair and sustainment.

What is the operating voltage of EPF10K10LC84-4?
The EPF10K10LC84-4 operates from a 5V core supply (VCCINT = 5V, VCCIO = 5V or 3.3V with level-shifting I/O banks). According to the FLEX 10K datasheet family specification, supply tolerance is +/- 5% and a brown-out detection circuit should hold the device in reset until VCC reaches the minimum threshold. Decouple each VCC pin with 100 nF plus 10 uF bulk capacitance placed within 5 mm of the package.
How many logic elements and user I/Os does EPF10K10LC84-4 have?
The EPF10K10LC84-4 contains 576 logic elements (LEs) organized into 72 logic array blocks (LABs) and exposes 59 usable user I/O pins in the 84-PLCC package. The remaining pins are reserved for JTAG (TDI, TDO, TMS, TCK), configuration (nCONFIG, nSTATUS, CONF_DONE, DCLK, DATA0), power, and ground. This places it at the low end of the FLEX 10K density range.
Where can I buy EPF10K10LC84-4 at the best price?
As of 2026-09-11, EPF10K10LC84-4 is in stock at Heisener at approximately $45.69 per unit (qty 1), and available from DigiKey and Mouser with bulk discounts down to the low-$30s at 1000-piece quantities. Octopart aggregates 23 distributors for live price comparison. XAIPART also stocks the part - request a quote for tiered volume pricing and lead time.
What is the lead time for EPF10K10LC84-4?
Heisener quotes immediate shipping (estimated delivery April 9-14 for orders placed in late March 2026). DigiKey and Mouser typically ship within 1-2 business days when factory stock is available. Because the FLEX 10K family is approaching end-of-life, distributors have limited and shrinking inventory - confirm lead time at order entry.
Is EPF10K10LC84-4 obsolete or still active?
The FLEX 10K family has been classified as Not Recommended for New Designs (NRND) by Intel (Altera) for several years, with newer Cyclone and MAX families recommended for new projects. The part remains in production at limited volumes for legacy sustainment. Procurement teams should plan migration paths and qualify alternatives before the last-time-buy window closes.
What is the difference between EPF10K10LC84-4 and EPF10K10LC84-3?
Both parts share the same 84-PLCC package, identical 576-LE architecture, and 5V supply, but the -4 speed grade is slower than the -3 grade. For a given design, the -4 part has approximately 15-20% longer tpd and a lower Fmax ceiling. If timing closure is achievable on -4, the part is pin-compatible with -3 - making EPF10K10LC84-3 a direct drop-in upgrade when extra timing margin is needed.
Can EPF10K10LC84-4 replace a Xilinx XC9500 CPLD of similar density?
No. The EPF10K10LC84-4 is an SRAM-based FPGA in a 84-PLCC package, whereas Xilinx XC9500 parts are flash-based CPLDs in different packages (e.g., PLCC-44, PLCC-84). The pinout is not compatible, the programming algorithm differs (JTAG chain + serial PROM vs in-system flash), and the core supply voltage is 5V versus the XC9500's typical 5V but with different bank voltages. A drop-in replacement is not feasible.
Where do I download the EPF10K10LC84-4 datasheet PDF?
The official Altera/Intel FLEX 10K datasheet (128 pages) is available at https://www.alldatasheet.com/datasheet-pdf/pdf/506223/ALTERA/EPF10K10LC84-4.html, which covers the entire FLEX 10K family including the EPF10K10 device. Archived PDFs are also hosted on fpgakey.com and pdf.datasheet.live. The Altera legacy support site (altera.com -> Support -> Legacy Devices) historically hosts the original document.
Where can I find the EPF10K10LC84-4 pinout?
The complete 84-pin PLCC pinout is documented on page 7 of the FLEX 10K datasheet family specification (PDF linked above). Pin 1 is located at the top-left of the package when viewing from above with the J-lead identifier dot. Signal assignments: pins 1-4 JTAG, 5 nCONFIG, 6 nSTATUS, 7 CONF_DONE, 8 DCLK, 9 DATA0, with the remaining 75 pins split between user I/O and power/ground.
What software is used to program EPF10K10LC84-4?
EPF10K10LC84-4 is supported by Altera Quartus II (versions 9.0 and earlier) and the legacy MAX+PLUS II design tools. Quartus Prime Lite edition can target older FLEX devices if the legacy device support package is installed. JTAG programming is performed via the Altera ByteBlasterMV or USB-Blaster download cable, with bitstream generation from .sof or .pof files.
What is the best drop-in replacement for EPF10K10LC84-4?
The closest drop-in replacement is EPF10K10LC84-3 (faster speed grade, same 84-PLCC package, same 576-LE array), followed by the EPF10K10LC84-4N variant from DigiKey which is the lead-free/RoHS-compatible equivalent. Both share identical pinout and timing model, requiring only bitstream regeneration if any timing constraints are tightened.
What is the operating temperature range of EPF10K10LC84-4?
The EPF10K10LC84-4 is rated for commercial temperature range 0C to 70C (junction). For industrial or extended-temperature applications, an industrial-grade variant (suffix I, e.g., EPF10K10LI84-4) must be qualified separately. Operating outside the commercial range will shift timing parameters and may damage the device.
Is EPF10K10LC84-4 RoHS compliant?
The original EPF10K10LC84-4 is built on the 0.42 um process before RoHS-mandated lead-free conversion and is generally non-RoHS. The EPF10K10LC84-4N designation (DigiKey part 1084762) is the lead-free, RoHS-compliant equivalent in the same 84-PLCC package - verify with the manufacturer's declaration of conformity before using in RoHS-restricted products.
What are the key specifications of EPF10K10LC84-4 that engineers should know?
EPF10K10LC84-4 key specs: 10,000 typical gates, 576 logic elements, 72 LABs, 6,144 RAM bits, 59 user I/Os, 125 MHz Fmax (-4 speed grade), 5V core supply, 84-pin PLCC J-lead package, 0.42 um CMOS process, commercial 0C-70C operating range, JTAG (IEEE 1149.1) programming. It supports the FLEX 10K embedded array block (EAB) architecture for on-chip RAM/ROM, making it suitable for small state machines, bus bridges, and glue-logic consolidation.

Dados de referência de engenharia para EPF10K10LC84-4 — comparação, orientação de projeto e informações de conformidade.

Guia de seleção

Choose the EPF10K10LC84-4 when you need a low-density SRAM-based FPGA in a socket-friendly 84-PLCC J-lead package for legacy industrial, telecom, or educational designs where 5V I/O compatibility and JTAG ISP are mandatory. Select the -3 speed grade (EPF10K10LC84-3) instead when timing margin is tight and the 15-20% Fmax improvement is needed. Switch to EPF10K10LC84-4N for new RoHS-compliant builds. Avoid this family for new high-volume designs - Intel recommends migrating to Cyclone IV or Cyclone 10 LP, accepting a PCB redesign for long-term supply assurance.

Comparação com alternativas

Parâmetro Este produto EPF10K10LC84-3 EPF10K10LC84-4N
Brand Intel / Altera Intel / Altera Intel / Altera
Package 84-PLCC (J-Lead) 84-PLCC (J-Lead) - same 84-PLCC (J-Lead) - same
Speed Grade -4 -3 (15-20% faster) -4 (same)
Logic Elements 576 576 576
Typical Gates 10,000 10,000 10,000
User I/Os 59 59 59
Core Voltage 5 V 5 V 5 V
RoHS Compliant Unknown (legacy process) Unknown (legacy process) Yes (lead-free)
Lifecycle Status NRND NRND NRND

Principais diferenciais

  • Socket-friendly J-lead PLCC package for field-replaceable legacy designs (vs EPF10K10QI208-4 (208-pin PQFP))
  • Lower-cost option than -3 speed grade with same logic density (vs EPF10K10LC84-3)
  • Mature, well-documented architecture with abundant legacy design IP (vs Modern Cyclone IV EP4CE6 (QFN-144))

Notas de projeto

The EPF10K10LC84-4 requires a stable 5V +/-5% supply on VCCINT and VCCIO pins. Place one 100 nF X7R ceramic decoupling capacitor within 5 mm of every VCC pin, plus one 10 uF tantalum or aluminum polymer bulk capacitor near the package. During configuration, I/O pins are tri-stated and may draw additional inrush current; ensure the upstream regulator can supply at least 500 mA peak. Estimated: ICC at 125 MHz with 50% toggle is approximately 200-300 mA per the FLEX 10K datasheet power calculator.

The 84-PLCC J-lead package has a 1.27 mm pin pitch and supports both socketed (through-hole socket) and surface-mount assembly. For socketed designs, use a machined-pin PLCC socket (e.g., 3M 84-8418-0503) to allow field replacement. Keep JTAG traces (TDI, TDO, TMS, TCK) short (<50 mm) and route them as a daisy chain if multiple JTAG devices are present. Add 4.7 kohm pull-ups on nCONFIG, nSTATUS, and CONF_DONE per FLEX 10K design guidelines.

Do not attempt to program the EPF10K10LC84-4 with Quartus Prime Standard/Pro editions newer than 18.1 - those releases removed support for legacy FLEX devices. Use Quartus II Web Edition 9.0sp2 or MAX+PLUS II 10.23 baseline. Ensure configuration data is loaded from a compatible EPC1, EPC2, or EPC16 configuration PROM (or directly via JTAG) within 100 ms of VCC reaching 4.5V, otherwise the device enters user-mode I/O tri-state which can cause bus contention on shared lines.

Informações de conformidade

RoHS
Unknown
REACH
Unknown
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
Sem chumbo
Unknown
Sem halogênios
Unknown
Minerais de conflito
Unknown

Original EPF10K10LC84-4 was built on a 0.42 um CMOS process before RoHS enforcement; compliance status not explicitly stated in available datasheet. The -4N variant (DigiKey 1084762) is the lead-free/RoHS equivalent in the same package. AEC-Q100 not applicable (commercial-grade FPGA, not automotive-qualified).

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

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