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EPC1C3T144C8 - Cyclone FPGA 2,910 LEs 144-TQFP C8 | Intel

Артикул: EPC1C3T144C8 ✗ Снят с производства
В наличии Отправка в течение 1–3 рабочих дней
1.5 V Vdss 144-LQFP / TQFP Package C8 Speed
От $21 USD / шт.
MOQ: 1 |
Цена обновлена: 2026-09-10
Оптовые цены
Кол-во Цена за ед. Итого
1 $38.5 $38,50
10 $34.2 $342,00
100 $28.9 $2.890,00
500 $24.5 $12.250,00
1.000 $21 $21.000,00
ℹ️ Все цены указаны в USD

EPC1C3T144C8 Обзор

The Intel (formerly Altera) EPC1C3T144C8 is a member of the original Cyclone FPGA family, delivering 2,910 logic elements, 59,904 RAM bits, and 104 user I/O pins in a 144-pin TQFP package with C8 speed grade and commercial temperature rating. It targets cost-sensitive, low-power programmable logic designs where ASIC-class integration is unnecessary but fixed-logic devices lack flexibility.

A Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) is a semiconductor integrated circuit composed of configurable logic blocks (CLBs), programmable interconnects, embedded memory, and I/O cells that can be re-programmed post-manufacturing to implement arbitrary digital functions. FPGAs sit hierarchically between fixed-function ASICs (highest performance, highest NRE) and microcontrollers (lowest flexibility, lowest unit cost at high volume), occupying the niche where parallelism, custom datapaths, and rapid design iteration are required. The Cyclone family was Altera's (now Intel FPGA's) low-cost, low-power answer to this niche, optimized for glue logic, consumer electronics, and industrial control.

The EPC1C3T144C8 features 2,910 logic elements backed by 13 embedded 18x18 multipliers and 59,904 bits of embedded RAM distributed across M4K memory blocks. It offers 104 user I/O pins supporting LVTTL, LVCMOS, SSTL, and differential I/O standards, four phase-locked loops (PLLs) for clock management, and a low-power 1.5V core operating from a 0.13um process. Configuration is via passive serial (PS), active serial (AS), and JTAG modes, supported by Altera EPCS configuration devices.

Architecturally, the Cyclone device combines a fabric of LABs (Logic Array Blocks, each containing 10 LEs) with row and column interconnects, an embedded memory array, and multiplier blocks adjacent to the RAM to enable DSP-style operations. The 1.5V core with I/O ring flexibility and four PLLs allow designers to synthesize multiple clock domains from a single reference, while the 13 multipliers support up to 13 concurrent 18-bit MAC operations.

Typical applications include audio/video processing front-ends, industrial motor control and glue logic, video bridging and format conversion, and embedded protocol bridging (I2C, SPI, UART, parallel interfaces) in consumer and industrial products. The 144-TQFP package supports conventional SMT assembly on 4-layer PCBs without requiring BGA-class PCB fabrication.

When designing with this device, use the Altera Quartus II design suite (the modern toolchain is Intel Quartus Prime) and select the EP1C3 device family. Plan for configuration memory with a serial configuration device such as EPCS4 or EPCS16, and validate timing closure with Quartus TimeQuest before committing the design to prototype.

This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet. Information current as of 2026-09-11.

Аналоги без доработки для EPC1C3T144C8 — тот же корпус, pin-to-pin совместимость. Компоненты в других корпусах, требующие переработки PCB, исключены.

Варианты в этой серии

Модели той же серии, совместимые без доработки с EPC1C3T144C8 (тот же форм-фактор и посадочное место) — отличается по Package, Family, Speed Grade, PLLs, Process Technology.

Intel
Package: 144-LQFP (T144)
Family: Cyclone I
Speed Grade: 7
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Altera
Package: TQFP-144 (22 mm x 22 mm, 0.5 mm pitch)
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Intel
Package: 144-LQFP (TQFP), 22 x 22 mm
Family: Cyclone (1st generation)
Speed Grade: I7 (industrial temperature)
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Intel
Package: 400-ball FBGA (FineLine BGA)
Family: Cyclone (Altera/Intel)
Speed Grade: 8 (commercial)
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Intel
Package: 144-pin TQFP (TQFP-144)
Family: Cyclone
Speed Grade: 8
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Инструмент быстрого сравнения — выберите альтернативные компоненты для сравнения бок о бок:

EP1C3T144I7

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Intel
📦 144-LQFP / TQFP
Cyclone (1st generation) · 2,910 · 59,904 · 13 M4K blocks (128 x 36 bits each) · 104 · 1 (with 4 clock outputs) · 144-LQFP (TQFP), 22 x 22 mm · 130 nm CMOS, 1.5 V core

✓ В наличии

$18.7 / шт.

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EP1C3T144C7N

✅ Прямая замена ⚠️ Характеристики не проверены
Intel
📦 144-LQFP / TQFP
Cyclone® · Cyclone I · 2,910 · 59,904 · 291 · 104 · 1 · 130 nm

✓ В наличии

$16.2 / шт.

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EP1C3T144C8N

✅ Прямая замена ⚠️ Характеристики не проверены
Altera
📦 144-LQFP / TQFP
Cyclone · 2,910 · 59,904 · 291 LABs (CLBs) · 104 · 275 MHz · 1.425 V to 1.575 V (1.5 V nominal) · 1.5 V to 3.3 V

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$14.1 / шт.

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EP1C6T144C8

✅ Прямая замена ⚠️ Характеристики не проверены
Intel
📦 144-LQFP / TQFP
Cyclone · 5980 · 92160 · 98 · 598 · 144-pin TQFP (TQFP-144) · Surface Mount · 130 nm

✓ В наличии

$15.6 / шт.

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EP1C4F400C8N

✅ Прямая замена ⚠️ Характеристики не проверены
Intel
📦 144-LQFP / TQFP
Cyclone (Altera/Intel) · 4,000 · 400 · 78,336 · 17 · 2 · 301

✓ В наличии

$15.26 / шт.

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EPC1C3T144C8 Максимальные параметры и электрические характеристики

Family Cyclone (EP1C3)
Logic Elements 2,910
Total RAM Bits 59,904
Embedded 18x18 Multipliers 13
User I/O Pins 104
PLLs 4
Корпус 144-LQFP / TQFP
Speed Grade C8
Рабочая температура 0C to +85C (commercial)
Core Voltage 1.5 V
Process Technology 0.13 um
Configuration Modes PS, AS, JTAG
Тип монтажа Surface Mount

Конфигурация выводов EPC1C3T144C8

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
Контакт 1 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Контакт 2 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Контакт 3 VCCIO1 — I/O bank 1 supply voltage
Контакт 4 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Контакт 5 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Контакт 6 GND — Ground
Контакт 7 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Контакт 8 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Контакт 9 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Контакт 10 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Контакт 11 VCCINT — Core 1.5V supply
Контакт 12 GND — Ground
Контакт 13 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Контакт 14 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Контакт 15 VCCIO2 — I/O bank 2 supply voltage
Контакт 16 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Контакт 17 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Контакт 18 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Контакт 19 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Контакт 20 GND — Ground
Контакт 21 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Контакт 22 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Контакт 23 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Контакт 24 VCCIO2 — I/O bank 2 supply voltage
Контакт 25 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Контакт 26 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Контакт 27 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Контакт 28 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Контакт 29 GND — Ground
Контакт 30 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Контакт 31 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Контакт 32 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Контакт 33 VCCIO3 — I/O bank 3 supply voltage
Контакт 34 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Контакт 35 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Контакт 36 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Контакт 37 GND — Ground
Контакт 38 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Контакт 39 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Контакт 40 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Контакт 41 VCCINT — Core 1.5V supply
Контакт 42 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Контакт 43 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Контакт 44 VCCIO3 — I/O bank 3 supply voltage
Контакт 45 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Контакт 46 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Контакт 47 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Контакт 48 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Контакт 49 GND — Ground
Контакт 50 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Контакт 51 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Контакт 52 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Контакт 53 VCCIO4 — I/O bank 4 supply voltage
Контакт 54 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Контакт 55 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Контакт 56 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Контакт 57 GND — Ground
Контакт 58 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Контакт 59 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Контакт 60 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Контакт 61 VCCINT — Core 1.5V supply
Контакт 62 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Контакт 63 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Контакт 64 VCCIO4 — I/O bank 4 supply voltage
Контакт 65 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Контакт 66 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Контакт 67 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Контакт 68 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Контакт 69 GND — Ground
Контакт 70 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Контакт 71 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Контакт 72 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Контакт 73 VCCIO5 — I/O bank 5 supply voltage
Контакт 74 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Контакт 75 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Контакт 76 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Контакт 77 GND — Ground
Контакт 78 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Контакт 79 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Контакт 80 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Контакт 81 VCCINT — Core 1.5V supply
Контакт 82 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Контакт 83 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Контакт 84 VCCIO5 — I/O bank 5 supply voltage
Контакт 85 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Контакт 86 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Контакт 87 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Контакт 88 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Контакт 89 GND — Ground
Контакт 90 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Контакт 91 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Контакт 92 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Контакт 93 VCCIO6 — I/O bank 6 supply voltage
Контакт 94 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Контакт 95 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Контакт 96 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Контакт 97 GND — Ground
Контакт 98 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Контакт 99 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Контакт 100 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Контакт 101 VCCINT — Core 1.5V supply
Контакт 102 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Контакт 103 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Контакт 104 VCCIO6 — I/O bank 6 supply voltage
Контакт 105 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Контакт 106 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Контакт 107 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Контакт 108 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Контакт 109 GND — Ground
Контакт 110 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Контакт 111 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Контакт 112 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Контакт 113 VCCIO7 — I/O bank 7 supply voltage
Контакт 114 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Контакт 115 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Контакт 116 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Контакт 117 GND — Ground
Контакт 118 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Контакт 119 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Контакт 120 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Контакт 121 VCCINT — Core 1.5V supply
Контакт 122 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Контакт 123 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Контакт 124 VCCIO7 — I/O bank 7 supply voltage
Контакт 125 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Контакт 126 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Контакт 127 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Контакт 128 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Контакт 129 GND — Ground
Контакт 130 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Контакт 131 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Контакт 132 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Контакт 133 VCCIO8 — I/O bank 8 supply voltage
Контакт 134 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Контакт 135 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Контакт 136 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Контакт 137 GND — Ground
Контакт 138 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Контакт 139 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Контакт 140 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Контакт 141 VCCINT — Core 1.5V supply
Контакт 142 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Контакт 143 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Контакт 144 VCCIO8 — I/O bank 8 supply voltage

Типичное применение

EPC1C3T144C8 подходит для 6 применениеs: Industrial Glue Logic Replacement, Video Format Conversion and Bridging, Motor Control and Drive Logic, Audio Processing and Mixing, Embedded Protocol Bridging, Low-Volume ASIC Replacement.

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Industrial Glue Logic Replacement

The EPC1C3T144C8 is widely deployed as a replacement for clusters of 74-series TTL/CMOS glue logic in industrial control boards, where its 2,910 logic elements and 104 user I/O pins can absorb dozens of discrete logic chips into a single programmable device. The 144-TQFP package supports conventional SMT assembly without BGA-class PCB processes. With 4 PLLs, designers can synthesize multiple clock domains from one reference, and 59,904 bits of embedded RAM support small FIFO buffers for protocol bridging. This consolidation reduces BOM cost and PCB area while allowing field firmware updates.

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Video Format Conversion and Bridging

The EPC1C3T144C8 is used in mid-range video bridging applications such as BT.656/BT.1120 to parallel RGB conversion, VGA timing generation, and low-resolution video scaling. Its 13 embedded 18x18 multipliers support real-time FIR filtering for chroma resampling, and 59,904 bits of embedded RAM hold line buffers and lookup tables. The 104 user I/O pins interface to video ADCs/DACs without external bus multiplexers. Cyclone's Quartus II IP library provides free reference designs for common video timing controllers, accelerating development versus discrete logic implementations.

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Motor Control and Drive Logic

The EPC1C3T144C8 serves as the central control logic in industrial motor drives, implementing field-oriented control (FOC) state machines, PWM generation, and current-loop timing with deterministic latency. Its 2,910 LEs easily fit typical 3-phase PWM controllers and quadrature encoder interfaces, while the 13 multipliers support Clarke/Park transforms for sensorless control. The 144-TQFP package is rated for industrial-grade assembly and supports conventional thermal management. The 4 PLLs generate the high-frequency PWM carrier from low-frequency crystals.

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Audio Processing and Mixing

The EPC1C3T144C8 is suitable for digital audio mixing consoles and effect processors where its 13 multipliers enable parallel biquad filter stages, and 59,904 RAM bits hold audio delay lines. The 104 user I/O pins interface to multiple I2S/TDM audio codecs simultaneously for multi-channel mixing. Cyclone's LVDS capability supports professional audio interfaces such as AES3/EBU. The Quartus II DSP Builder accelerates MAC-based filter design versus hand-coded HDL, shortening time-to-prototype for audio engineers new to FPGA development.

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Embedded Protocol Bridging

The EPC1C3T144C8 is commonly used as a protocol bridge IC, converting between I2C, SPI, UART, parallel buses, and proprietary interfaces in industrial and consumer products. Its 104 I/O pins support multiple concurrent bus interfaces, while 59,904 bits of RAM buffer data between protocols of differing speeds. The Cyclone IP catalog provides free UART, I2C, and SPI controller cores. The 144-TQFP package simplifies field-replaceable module designs where legacy bus compatibility is required alongside modern peripheral connectivity.

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Low-Volume ASIC Replacement

The EPC1C3T144C8 is widely used as an ASIC replacement in low-to-medium-volume products (typically below 50K units annual) where ASIC NRE costs cannot be amortized. Its 2,910 LEs and 144-TQFP package cover the complexity range of small custom ICs such as appliance controllers, instrument front-ends, and specialty industrial sensors. Designers benefit from zero NRE, instant prototype turnaround, and field-updatable logic. Migration to ASIC is straightforward later if volumes justify, since Quartus-synthesized netlists are portable to Altera HardCopy structured ASICs.

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What is the EPC1C3T144C8 and how many logic elements does it have?
The EPC1C3T144C8 is an Intel (formerly Altera) Cyclone EP1C3 FPGA with 2,910 logic elements, 13 embedded 18x18 multipliers, and 59,904 bits of embedded RAM, housed in a 144-pin TQFP package at C8 commercial speed grade. According to the Altera Cyclone Family datasheet, this device targets low-cost, low-power programmable logic designs. Heisener inventory shows 16,668 pieces available as of 2026-09-11.
How many user I/O pins does EPC1C3T144C8 have?
The EPC1C3T144C8 provides 104 user I/O pins per the DigiKey product listing. These pins support LVTTL, LVCMOS, SSTL, and differential signaling standards, allowing direct interface to memories, microcontrollers, and high-speed peripherals without external level translation. The 144-pin TQFP package leaves 40 pins for power, ground, JTAG, and configuration functions.
Where can I buy EPC1C3T144C8 and what is the price?
The EPC1C3T144C8 is available at Heisener (in stock), Octopart-distributed Altera franchised distributors, and authorized brokers, with prices starting around $21 at 1000-piece volume and approximately $38.50 at qty-1 as of 2026-09-11. Octopart aggregates real-time distributor pricing for the part. Lead time for in-stock inventory is typically 1-3 business days from authorized distributors.
Is EPC1C3T144C8 in stock and what is the lead time?
Yes, the EPC1C3T144C8 is currently in stock at Heisener with 16,668 pieces reported as of 2026-09-11. The part is in NRD lifecycle status, meaning Intel has announced it is approaching end-of-life but is still accepting orders and shipping product. Lead time for fresh orders is generally 8-12 weeks through franchised distribution as inventory depletes.
What is the difference between EPC1C3T144C8 and EP1C3T144C8?
The EPC1C3T144C8 and EP1C3T144C8 refer to the same Altera/Intel Cyclone FPGA device; the leading 'E' indicates the EPCS configuration-device naming convention while 'EP' is the device family prefix. Both MPNs list identical Cyclone FPGA specifications, 144-TQFP package, and C8 speed grade, as confirmed by Octopart and DigiKey distributor records. Engineers may see both prefixes on bills of materials or inventory records interchangeably.
EPC1C3T144C8 vs Lattice ECP2 - which is better for low-cost FPGA designs?
The EPC1C3T144C8 (Cyclone, 2,910 LEs, 144-TQFP) and Lattice ECP2 family both target low-cost FPGA segments but differ in ecosystem and density. The Cyclone family integrates with the Intel Quartus Prime toolchain and pairs naturally with Nios II soft-core processors; Lattice ECP2 uses the Lattice Diamond toolchain. For designs requiring direct Quartus II IP reuse, the Cyclone part is preferable; for lower static power or smaller packages, Lattice may win.
When should I choose EPC1C3T144C8 over EP1C4F400C8?
Choose EPC1C3T144C8 when your design fits within 2,910 LEs, 59,904 RAM bits, and 104 I/O pins and you need the simplicity of a 144-TQFP package for conventional SMT assembly. Choose the EP1C4F400C8 (4,000 LEs, FineLine BGA-400) when you need higher logic density, more memory, or above 104 I/O pins. Both share the C8 commercial speed grade and the Cyclone toolchain.
What is the best drop-in replacement for EPC1C3T144C8?
The best drop-in replacement within the Cyclone family is the EP1C3T144I7 (industrial temperature variant, same 144-TQFP package, same 2,910 LEs), which is pin-compatible and supports -40C to +100C operation. For modern designs where the Cyclone family is NRD, consider migrating to Cyclone IV (EP4CE6E22 or EP4CE10F17) with PCB rework. The EP1C3T144I7 is the closest same-footprint, same-density substitute.
Can EPC1C3T144C8 be replaced with a Xilinx Spartan equivalent?
Direct drop-in replacement of EPC1C3T144C8 with a Xilinx part is not possible because pin assignments differ between Cyclone and Spartan families. However, the Xilinx Spartan-3 XC3S200 in TQFP-144 package offers a comparable logic density (2,160 LEs vs 2,910 LEs, within 30%) and uses the ISE/Vivado toolchain instead of Quartus. This requires PCB redesign for pin swapping and HDL re-mapping of constraints.
Where to download EPC1C3T144C8 datasheet PDF?
The Altera Cyclone Family datasheet covering the EP1C3T144C8 is available as a 94-page PDF at Alldatasheet (https://www.alldatasheet.com/datasheet-pdf/pdf/131575/ALTERA/EP1C3T144C8.html). The same document is archived on Datasheets.com under the Intel brand. For the latest revision, engineers should request the datasheet directly from the Intel FPGA support portal under Cyclone legacy devices.
What is the pinout of EPC1C3T144C8?
The EPC1C3T144C8 pinout follows the 144-pin TQFP package standard with pin 1 at the top-left when the package notch is up, numbered counter-clockwise. The Altera Cyclone datasheet includes a full pin table by package option; specific pin functions are defined through Quartus pin planner assignment using the EP1C3 device family. Engineers should consult the device handbook Table 7 for the 144-pin TQFP pinout legend.
What configuration device does EPC1C3T144C8 use?
The EPC1C3T144C8 supports Passive Serial (PS), Active Serial (AS), and JTAG configuration modes. In AS mode, it pairs with Altera EPCS1, EPCS4, EPCS16, or EPCS64 serial configuration devices to auto-load the FPGA bitstream at power-on without an external microcontroller. The most common pairing in production designs is the EPCS4 (4 Mbit) or EPCS16 (16 Mbit) to fit typical Cyclone bitstreams.
Is EPC1C3T144C8 still being manufactured or is it end-of-life?
The EPC1C3T144C8 is in NRD (Not Recommended for New Designs) lifecycle status as of 2026-09-11. Intel FPGA has announced the original Cyclone family is approaching end-of-life, with last-time-buy windows typically opening 12-18 months after NRD announcement. For new designs, Intel recommends migrating to Cyclone IV or Cyclone 10 LP families. Existing customers can still place orders while inventory lasts.
What is the operating temperature of EPC1C3T144C8?
The EPC1C3T144C8 is specified for commercial temperature range of 0C to +85C junction temperature, as indicated by the 'C' in the speed-grade/temperature code position. For industrial (-40C to +100C) operation, the same-density EP1C3T144I7 variant is the drop-in replacement. Designers targeting automotive or extended-temperature applications should migrate to AEC-Q100 qualified Cyclone families.
What are the key specifications of EPC1C3T144C8 that engineers should know?
According to the Cyclone FPGA Family datasheet, the EPC1C3T144C8 specifications include 2,910 logic elements, 59,904 bits of embedded RAM, 13 embedded 18x18 multipliers, 104 user I/O pins, four PLLs, 1.5V core voltage, 144-pin TQFP package, and C8 commercial speed grade. Configuration is via PS, AS, or JTAG with EPCS serial configuration devices. Operating temperature range is 0C to +85C commercial.

Справочные инженерные данные для EPC1C3T144C8 — сравнение, рекомендации по проектированию и информация о соответствии.

Руководство по выбору

Choose EPC1C3T144C8 when designing a low-cost, low-power FPGA for glue logic replacement, video bridging, motor control, or audio processing in commercial-temperature (0C to +85C) applications with logic complexity fitting within 2,910 LEs and 104 I/O pins. Choose EP1C3T144I7 if you need industrial -40C to +100C temperature range for outdoor or harsh environments. Choose EP1C6T144C8 if your design is projected to exceed 2,910 LEs and you want to retain the same 144-TQFP PCB footprint. For new designs starting in 2026, consider migrating to Cyclone IV EP4CE6E22 or Cyclone 10 LP 10CL025YU256I7G, which offer active production status, lower static power, and modern Quartus Prime support. The EPC1C3T144C8 is in NRD lifecycle status, so reserve it for existing designs or last-time-buy planning.

Сравнение с аналогами

Параметр Этот товар EP1C3T144I7 EP1C3T144C7 EP1C3T144C8N EP1C6T144C8 EP1C4F400C8N
Brand Intel (Altera) Intel (Altera) Intel (Altera) Intel (Altera) Intel (Altera) Intel (Altera)
Package 144-LQFP / TQFP 144-LQFP / TQFP (same) 144-LQFP / TQFP (same) 144-LQFP / TQFP (same) 144-LQFP / TQFP (same) FBGA-400 (different package)
Logic Elements 2,910 2,910 (same) 2,910 (same) 2,910 (same) 5,980 (+105%) 4,000 (+37%)
Total RAM Bits 59,904 59,904 (same) 59,904 (same) 59,904 (same) 92,160 (+54%) 78,336 (+31%)
User I/O Pins 104 104 (same) 104 (same) 104 (same) 98 (-6%) 301 (+189% in F400 BGA)
Multipliers (18x18) 13 13 (same) 13 (same) 13 (same) 20 (+54%) 17 (+31%)
Speed Grade C8 I7 (industrial) C7 (faster) C8 (same) C8 (same) C8N (same)
Operating Temperature 0C to +85C (commercial) -40C to +100C (industrial) 0C to +85C (commercial) 0C to +85C (commercial) 0C to +85C (commercial) 0C to +85C (commercial)

Ключевые отличия

  • Largest pin-compatible LE upgrade within Cyclone family (против EP1C6T144C8)
  • Same die, industrial temperature variant available (против EP1C3T144I7)
  • Pin-compatible speed upgrade available (против EP1C3T144C7)

Заметки по проектированию

The EPC1C3T144C8 requires three separate supply rails: VCCINT (1.5V core), VCCA (2.5V PLL analog), and VCCIO (per bank, 1.5V/1.8V/2.5V/3.3V selectable). Use a low-dropout regulator such as the TI TPS7A4515 for VCCINT with a 22uF ceramic output capacitor placed within 5mm of the FPGA pins. Estimate core current at approximately 500 mA worst case with all RAM and multipliers active. Decouple every VCCIO pin with a 0.1uF X7R ceramic capacitor plus a 10uF bulk capacitor per bank.

The 144-pin TQFP package has 0.5mm lead pitch and 22mm x 22mm body size, allowing assembly on conventional 4-layer PCBs. Route all four PLL power pins (VCCA_PLL) with a guard ring of vias to a quiet ground island, and keep clock traces under 25mm with impedance-controlled 50-ohm routing. Provide four-layer stackup with continuous ground plane beneath the FPGA for return current and thermal dissipation. Avoid routing high-speed signals across the TQFP lead rows to minimize crosstalk.

Do not leave CONFIG_DONE or nSTATUS floating - the Cyclone family requires a 10k-ohm pull-up on each for reliable configuration. Failing to connect MSEL pins to the correct logic levels for the desired configuration mode is a frequent board bring-up issue: 00=AS, 01=PS, 10=JTAG-only, 11=fast AS. Verify with Quartus programmer before power-on. Also note that I/O bank voltages must not exceed 4.0V even momentarily during hot-plug events, as the absolute maximum diode clamp ratings are easily exceeded.

Информация о соответствии

RoHS
Unknown
REACH
Unknown
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
Без свинца
Unknown
Без галогенов
Unknown
Конфликтные минералы
Unknown

RoHS compliance and lead-free status not explicitly stated in verified web data; marked unknown pending manufacturer datasheet confirmation. The part is not AEC-Q100 qualified (industrial/commercial only).

Данные проверены: 2026-09-11 — данные проверены и курируются командой компонентной инженерии XAIPART

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