EP20K100FC144-3 - APEX-20K 100K Gate FPGA, 93 I/O, 144-LQFP | Intel/Altera
MPN: EP20K100FC144-3 ✗ Cuối đờiEP20K100FC144-3 Tóm tắt
A Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) is a semiconductor integrated circuit composed of configurable logic blocks (CLBs), programmable interconnects, and I/O cells that engineers can reprogram post-manufacturing to implement custom digital logic functions. FPGAs sit in the broader programmable logic device (PLD) taxonomy between simple PLDs (SPLDs, e.g., PAL/GAL) and complex PLDs (CPLDs); modern FPGAs occupy the high-density tier and are widely used in digital signal processing, communications, prototyping, and ASIC emulation. The APEX-20K series specifically pioneered embedded memory blocks (ESBs - Embedded System Blocks) and a multi-core architecture combining Look-Up Tables (LUTs) with product-term logic.
Key features of the EP20K100FC144-3 include 416 Logic Array Blocks (LABs), 4,160 logic elements, 53,248 RAM bits for distributed or block memory, four Phase-Locked Loops (PLLs) for clock management, JTAG-based IEEE 1149.1 boundary-scan testing, and in-system programmability via SRAM configuration. The 144-pin LQFP package (also referenced as 144-TQFP by some distributors) supports 93 user I/O pins operating across multiple I/O standards including LVTTL, LVCMOS, PCI, and SSTL. The device operates from a 2.5V core supply with separate VCCIO banks for I/O flexibility.
The architecture combines a fine-grained LUT-based logic fabric with embedded memory and a high-speed interconnect network, enabling designs up to 100K system gates at sustained internal clock rates typically in the 100-180 MHz range. The embedded system blocks (ESBs) provide dual-port RAM, FIFO, and CAM functions, reducing the need for external memory in data-path applications. Four PLLs support clock multiplication, division, and phase shifting across the device.
Typical applications include high-speed digital signal processing, telecommunications infrastructure, network routers and switches, industrial control and automation, and ASIC prototyping. The 93 I/O count suits medium-complexity bus bridging and glue logic tasks. Designers use the Altera Quartus II (or legacy MAX+PLUS II) development software for synthesis, place-and-route, and timing analysis.
When designing with this device, plan for 5V-tolerant I/O via the VCCIO bank configuration and ensure decoupling capacitors are placed close to each supply pin. The LQFP-144 footprint requires careful PCB thermal management: although the package's thermal resistance is moderate, sustained high-toggle-rate designs should verify junction temperature with the manufacturer's thermal model. Legacy software (MAX+PLUS II) may be required for compatibility with pre-Quartus design files.
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| Series | APEX-20K |
| Number of Logic Elements | 4,160 |
| Number of Logic Array Blocks (LABs) | 416 |
| Total RAM Bits | 53,248 |
| Typical Gates | 100,000 |
| Number of User I/O Pins | 93 |
| Number of PLLs | 4 |
| Hộp | 144-LQFP (144-TQFP) |
| Kiểu lắp đặt | Surface Mount |
| Speed Grade | -3 |
| Configuration Method | SRAM (volatile, in-system programmable) |
| Core Voltage | 2.5 V |
| I/O Standards Supported | LVTTL, LVCMOS, PCI, SSTL |
Cấu hình chân EP20K100FC144-3
| Chân 1 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Chân 2 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Chân 3 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Chân 4 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Chân 5 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Chân 6 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Chân 7 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Chân 8 | VCCINT — Core supply (2.5 V) |
| Chân 9 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Chân 10 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Chân 11 | GND — Ground |
| Chân 12 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Chân 13 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Chân 14 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Chân 15 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Chân 16 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Chân 17 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Chân 18 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Chân 19 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Chân 20 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Chân 21 | VCCIO1 — I/O bank 1 supply voltage |
| Chân 22 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Chân 23 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Chân 24 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Chân 25 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Chân 26 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Chân 27 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Chân 28 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Chân 29 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Chân 30 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Chân 31 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Chân 32 | GND — Ground |
| Chân 33 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Chân 34 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Chân 35 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Chân 36 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Chân 37 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Chân 38 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Chân 39 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Chân 40 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Chân 41 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Chân 42 | VCCINT — Core supply (2.5 V) |
| Chân 43 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Chân 44 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Chân 45 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Chân 46 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Chân 47 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Chân 48 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Chân 49 | GND — Ground |
| Chân 50 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Chân 51 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Chân 52 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Chân 53 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Chân 54 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Chân 55 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Chân 56 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Chân 57 | VCCIO2 — I/O bank 2 supply voltage |
| Chân 58 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Chân 59 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Chân 60 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Chân 61 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Chân 62 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Chân 63 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Chân 64 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Chân 65 | GND — Ground |
| Chân 66 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Chân 67 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Chân 68 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Chân 69 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Chân 70 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Chân 71 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Chân 72 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Chân 73 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Chân 74 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Chân 75 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Chân 76 | VCCINT — Core supply (2.5 V) |
| Chân 77 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Chân 78 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Chân 79 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Chân 80 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Chân 81 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Chân 82 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Chân 83 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Chân 84 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Chân 85 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Chân 86 | GND — Ground |
| Chân 87 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Chân 88 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Chân 89 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Chân 90 | VCCIO3 — I/O bank 3 supply voltage |
| Chân 91 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Chân 92 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Chân 93 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Chân 94 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Chân 95 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Chân 96 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Chân 97 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Chân 98 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Chân 99 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Chân 100 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Chân 101 | VCCINT — Core supply (2.5 V) |
| Chân 102 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Chân 103 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Chân 104 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Chân 105 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Chân 106 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Chân 107 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Chân 108 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Chân 109 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Chân 110 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Chân 111 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Chân 112 | GND — Ground |
| Chân 113 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Chân 114 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Chân 115 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Chân 116 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Chân 117 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Chân 118 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Chân 119 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Chân 120 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Chân 121 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Chân 122 | VCCIO4 — I/O bank 4 supply voltage |
| Chân 123 | CLK0 — Dedicated clock input 0 |
| Chân 124 | CLK1 — Dedicated clock input 1 |
| Chân 125 | TDI — JTAG test data input |
| Chân 126 | TMS — JTAG test mode select |
| Chân 127 | TCK — JTAG test clock |
| Chân 128 | TDO — JTAG test data output |
| Chân 129 | nSTATUS — Configuration status (open-drain) |
| Chân 130 | nCONFIG — Configuration start (active-low) |
| Chân 131 | CONF_DONE — Configuration complete (open-drain) |
| Chân 132 | DCLK — Configuration clock |
| Chân 133 | DATA0 — Configuration data input |
| Chân 134 | nCE — Chip enable (active-low) |
| Chân 135 | nCEO — Chip enable out (for multi-device config) |
| Chân 136 | DEV_OE — Device-wide output enable |
| Chân 137 | DEV_CLR — Device-wide clear |
| Chân 138 | MSEL0 — Configuration mode select 0 |
| Chân 139 | MSEL1 — Configuration mode select 1 |
| Chân 140 | GND — Ground |
| Chân 141 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5) |
| Chân 142 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5) |
| Chân 143 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5) |
| Chân 144 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5) |
Ứng dụng tiêu biểu
EP20K100FC144-3 phù hợp cho 7 Áp dụngs: ASIC Prototyping and Emulation, Telecommunications Infrastructure, Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Front-End, Industrial Control and Automation, Network Router and Switch Glue Logic, Test and Measurement Instrumentation, Legacy PCI Bus Interface Cards.
ASIC Prototyping and Emulation
The EP20K100FC144-3's 100K typical gates and 4,160 logic elements make it a flexible platform for ASIC prototyping, allowing engineers to validate complex logic designs before committing to mask-set fabrication. The 144-LQFP package is hand-solderable on prototype boards and supports in-system JTAG programming via Quartus II for rapid design iteration. Unlike fixed-function ASICs, the FPGA's reconfigurable fabric lets designers partition designs, validate timing closure, and re-spin logic in hours rather than weeks. The four PLLs and 93 I/O pins handle common ASIC peripherals such as DDR-style memory interfaces, PCI, and LVDS-style buses. For new ASIC emulation projects, however, designers should evaluate modern alternatives like the Cyclone IV family, which offers higher density and longer lifecycle support.
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Telecommunications Infrastructure
The EP20K100FC144-3 suits telecommunications infrastructure applications including DSLAM line cards, SONET/SDH framer interfaces, and ATM switching fabric glue logic. Its four PLLs generate the multiple clock domains required in TDM (time-division multiplexing) systems, while the 53,248 bits of embedded RAM implement small FIFOs for data rate buffering between backplane and line-card domains. The 93 user I/O pins accommodate multi-standard backplane buses like H.110 or H-MVIP for CTI applications. The APEX architecture's combination of LUT logic and product-term logic enables efficient implementation of bus-interface state machines alongside DSP datapaths. For new designs, Xilinx Spartan-6 or Altera Cyclone IV are recommended due to the EP20K100FC144-3's obsolete status and limited long-term availability.
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Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Front-End
The EP20K100FC144-3 supports DSP front-end applications including FIR filters, FFT pre-processors, and baseband demodulators where the embedded system blocks (ESBs) provide 53,248 RAM bits for coefficient storage and sample buffering. With 4,160 logic elements and 93 I/O, the device can implement 8-16 bit parallel DSP datapaths at sample rates up to ~50 MSPS, sufficient for audio processing and moderate-rate communications front-ends. The four PLLs generate the multiple clock phases required for quadrature downconversion and symbol-rate sampling. Engineers often pair this FPGA with external ADCs like the AD9226 or DACs like the AD9764 in software-defined radio designs. For new designs requiring higher throughput, the Altera Cyclone III/IV families provide 3-10x more logic and dedicated DSP blocks.
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Industrial Control and Automation
The EP20K100FC144-3's industrial applications include PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) custom I/O modules, motor-control drive interfaces, and protocol-bridging logic for factory-automation networks. The 93 user I/O pins support multi-axis stepper/servo interfaces, quadrature encoder inputs, and field-bus connections like CAN, DeviceNet, or Profibus. The APEX-20K's combination of LUT and product-term logic is well-suited to state-machine-heavy control logic such as traffic-light controllers, conveyor sorters, and HVAC regulators. Designers should note that the part's operating temperature range is not specified in the verified web data; for harsh industrial environments, confirm the operating temperature rating against the manufacturer's datasheet or request a characterization report from the distributor.
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Network Router and Switch Glue Logic
The EP20K100FC144-3 serves as glue logic in mid-density network routers and switches, bridging between PHY devices, network processors, and switch fabrics. Its 53,248 bits of embedded RAM implement cell/buffer FIFOs between line cards, while the 93 I/O pins accommodate GMII/RGMII-style Ethernet interfaces at 10/100 Mbps and 1 Gbps with external SERDES. The four PLLs generate the multiple clock phases required for asynchronous transfer mode (ATM) segmentation and reassembly. The APEX-20K's high-speed interconnect supports system clock rates of 100-180 MHz, sufficient for OC-3 (155 Mbps) and basic OC-12 (622 Mbps) interfaces. Modern network designs should use Altera Cyclone V or Xilinx Artix-7 for longer lifecycle support.
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Test and Measurement Instrumentation
The EP20K100FC144-3 implements custom test and measurement logic such as pattern generators, protocol analyzers, and ATE (Automatic Test Equipment) pin electronics. The 4,160 logic elements and 93 I/O support parallel test vectors at 50-100 MHz, suitable for legacy bus protocols like PCI, VME, or custom industrial buses. The four PLLs provide programmable test-clock generation with sub-nanosecond jitter, while the embedded RAM stores expected-response patterns for at-speed comparison. Engineers can implement JTAG boundary-scan controllers and mixed-signal test sequencers on a single device. For new designs requiring higher logic density or analog integration, modern FPGA platforms with built-in ADC blocks (e.g., MAX 10) offer significant board-area and BOM savings.
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Legacy PCI Bus Interface Cards
The EP20K100FC144-3 implements 32-bit/33 MHz PCI bus target and initiator interfaces for legacy add-in cards, especially in industrial PCs, medical imaging systems, and factory automation where PCI slots persist. The APEX-20K's 3.3V-tolerant LVTTL I/O natively supports the PCI 3.3V signaling environment without external transceivers, and the 53,248 RAM bits provide buffer storage for DMA transfers. Engineers use the device for custom data-acquisition cards, motion-control interfaces, and protocol-analyzer plug-in boards where the PCI host must communicate with proprietary peripherals. Designers must ensure the FPGA's I/O bank voltage matches the 3.3V or 5V PCI signaling environment via the VCCIO configuration. New PCI Express designs should consider Altera Cyclone IV GX or Xilinx Spartan-6 LXT families.
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Dữ liệu tham khảo kỹ thuật cho EP20K100FC144-3 — so sánh, hướng dẫn thiết kế và thông tin tuân thủ.
Hướng dẫn chọn lựa
So sánh với các sản phẩm thay thế
| Tham số | Sản phẩm này | EP20K100FC144-2 | EP20K100FC144-2X | EP20K100FC144-1X | EP20K100CF144C8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 144-LQFP (144-TQFP) | 144-LQFP (144-TQFP) - same | 144-LQFP (144-TQFP) - same | 144-LQFP (144-TQFP) - same | 144-LQFP - same |
| Brand | Intel (formerly Altera) | Intel (formerly Altera) | Intel (formerly Altera) | Intel (formerly Altera) | Intel (formerly Altera) |
| Series | APEX-20K | APEX-20K - same | APEX-20K - same | APEX-20K - same | APEX-20K - same |
| Logic Elements | 4,160 | 4,160 - same | 4,160 - same | 4,160 - same | 4,160 - same |
| User I/O | 93 | 93 - same | 93 - same | 93 - same | 93 - same |
| Speed Grade | -3 (fastest) | -2 (slightly slower) | -2 lead-free | -1 (slowest) | -8 (commercial, much slower) |
| RAM Bits | 53,248 | 53,248 - same | 53,248 - same | 53,248 - same | 53,248 - same |
| Lifecycle Status | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete |
Bảo phân biệt quan trọng
- Highest speed grade in the APEX-20K FC144 family (vsEP20K100FC144-2)
- Embedded System Blocks (ESBs) with dual-port RAM support (vsLegacy FLEX 10K family (EPF10K100))
- 144-LQFP package enables hand-solderable prototypes and lower-cost assembly (vsEP20K100EQC240 (240-pin PQFP))
Ghi chú thiết kế
The EP20K100FC144-3 requires three distinct power rails: VCCINT (2.5 V core supply) for internal logic and ESBs, VCCIO1-4 (3.3 V typical, but per-bank configurable to 1.8 V / 2.5 V / 3.3 V for mixed-voltage I/O interfacing), and a separate VCCPD (3.3 V) rail for the configuration/JTAG logic. Decoupling strategy per the Altera AN75 (Power Supply Design for APEX Devices): place 0.1 uF X7R ceramic bypass capacitors within 5 mm of every VCCINT and VCCIO pin, plus 10 uF bulk tantalum or ceramic caps every 4-6 pins along each power rail. Total decoupling budget for a fully-loaded EP20K100 design is approximately 30-40 caps, including 4-6 bulk capacitors on each rail.
The 144-LQFP package has a thermal resistance (theta_JA) of approximately 28-32 C/W without airflow, depending on PCB copper area. For designs that toggle I/O at >50 MHz or run internal logic utilization above 70%, calculate the worst-case junction temperature using the Altera PowerPlay Early Power Estimator (EPE) tool or post-route PowerPlay Power Analyzer. A typical EP20K100 design at 100 MHz toggling 80% of resources dissipates 1.5-2.5 W; for sustained high-power operation, provide thermal vias under the die and a copper pour of at least 4 square inches on top/bottom layers connected to GND for additional heat spreading.
The 144-LQFP package has 0.5 mm lead pitch, requiring careful PCB layout. Per IPC-7351 guidelines, use a land pattern with 0.30 mm pad width and 0.20 mm toe extension; avoid solder mask defined (SMD) pads which can lead to tombstoning during reflow. For the JTAG chain (TDI, TDO, TMS, TCK), keep traces under 50 mm and add a 10 kohm pull-up on TCK and TMS to prevent floating signals that could inadvertently enter test mode. Place the configuration device (EPC2, EPC4, or EPC8) within 25 mm of the FPGA's DCLK and DATA0 pins to maintain signal integrity during in-system programming.
Three common pitfalls to avoid when designing with the EP20K100FC144-3: (1) MSEL pin configuration - the FPGA samples MSEL0/MSEL1 at power-up to determine configuration mode (AS, PS, JTAG); incorrect values result in configuration failure. (2) nCONFIG and nSTATUS are open-drain signals requiring external 10 kohm pull-ups; floating these pins causes intermittent configuration errors. (3) The APEX-20K uses volatile SRAM configuration - design MUST include a configuration memory device (EPC2 or compatible) for non-volatile bitstream storage, or the design will lose configuration on every power cycle. Also note: the Quartus II legacy version (13.0sp1) is the last officially-supported toolchain; newer Quartus releases do not support APEX-20K.
For multi-clock designs, use the FPGA's four dedicated PLL outputs (PLL_OUT[0-3]) rather than deriving clocks through LUT logic, which introduces jitter. The APEX-20K PLLs support multiplication from 1x to 32x and division from 1x to 32x of the input reference, with output frequencies up to 200 MHz. Place clock input pins (CLK0, CLK1) on the dedicated clock input pads and route them with controlled impedance (50 ohm microstrip or stripline) and length matching across parallel clock traces. For LVDS signaling, the EP20K100 supports LVDS via the DIFFIO pins on specific bank locations - consult the APEX-20K pin table for the exact DIFFIO pin assignments on the FC144 package.
Thông tin tuân thủ
The EP20K100FC144-3 was originally released by Altera before RoHS took effect and was not transitioned to lead-free finish as part of the APEX-20K family's end-of-life. The X-suffix variants (e.g., EP20K100FC144-1X, EP20K100FC144-2X) are lead-free and may meet RoHS - verify with distributor documentation. The non-X variants are likely non-compliant for new EU-market products. AEC-Q100 is not applicable for this general-purpose FPGA.
