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EP2C70F896I8 - Cyclone II FPGA, 70K LEs, 622 I/O, 896-BGA | Altera

MPN: EP2C70F896I8 ✓ Hoạt động
1.2 V Vdss 896-BGA (FBGA-896) Package 8 Speed 1,152,000 bits (1152 Kbit) Memory
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EP2C70F896I8 Tóm tắt

The Altera (Intel) EP2C70F896I8 is a member of the Cyclone® II FPGA family, delivering 68,416 logic elements, 4,276 logic array blocks, and 1,152,000 bits of embedded memory in a 896-ball FineLine BGA package. Built on a 90 nm CMOS process, this device targets high-volume, cost-sensitive applications that previously required custom ASICs, providing a flexible programmable fabric with 622 user I/O pins. The 'I8' speed grade indicates an industrial temperature range of -40°C to +85°C, while the '8' denotes the speed bin.

An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a programmable semiconductor whose logic fabric is defined by a user-supplied bitstream rather than fixed during fabrication. Within the broader hierarchy, the EP2C70F896I8 sits as follows: FPGA -> programmable logic device (PLD) -> logic IC -> integrated circuit -> semiconductor. Cyclone II devices specifically address the gap between fixed-function ASICs and high-density FPGAs by balancing logic capacity, embedded multipliers, and on-chip memory at low unit cost.

Key features of the EP2C70F896I8 include up to 622 user I/O pins organized across multiple I/O banks supporting LVDS, LVTTL, LVCMOS, SSTL, and HSTL I/O standards, four phase-locked loops (PLLs) for clock management, embedded multipliers (18x18) for DSP-style arithmetic, and dedicated configuration circuitry supporting multiple boot modes. The device also offers dedicated external memory interfaces and a JTAG boundary-scan chain for board-level test.

Architecturally, the Cyclone II device combines logic array blocks (LABs), embedded memory blocks (M4K RAM), embedded multipliers, and programmable routing channels. The 90 nm process enables high logic density at low static power consumption, while the 1.2 V core supply keeps total power budgets tractable for portable and embedded designs. The 896-BGA package provides ample signal and power pin allocation for high-utilization designs.

Typical applications include industrial motor control, video processing pipelines, software-defined radio front ends, automotive infotainment prototypes, and PCIe endpoint prototyping. The combination of embedded multipliers and on-chip memory is particularly well suited to digital filter and FFT implementations in DSP subsystems.

When designing with this device, pay close attention to decoupling capacitor placement around the BGA power pins and verify that the Quartus II design software supports the target configuration scheme. Note that Cyclone II is a legacy family: confirm long-term availability through authorized distributors before committing to new production runs.

This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives from the same Cyclone II family, and practical design notes that go beyond the manufacturer datasheet to support engineering decisions.

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Các mẫu cùng loạt có thể lắp đặt dễ dàng tương thích với EP2C70F896I8 (cùng hình factor và footprint) — khác nhau ở Package, Process Technology, RoHS Status, Operating Temperature, Configuration Modes.

Intel
Package: 896-ball FBGA (FineLine BGA), 31x31 mm
Process Technology: 90 nm CMOS
Configuration Modes: Passive Serial (PS), Active Serial (AS), JTAG
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Intel
Package: 896-ball FBGA
Process Technology: 90 nm low-k CMOS
Operating Temperature: 0C to +85C (commercial)
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Intel
Package: FBGA-896
Process Technology: 90 nm CMOS
Configuration Modes: AS, PS, JTAG
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Intel
Package: 896-ball FineLine BGA (FBGA-896)
Process Technology: 90 nm CMOS SRAM
Operating Temperature: Commercial (0C to +85C)
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Altera
Package: 896-FBGA (FineLine BGA)
Process Technology: 90 nm low-k CMOS
RoHS Status: RoHS Compliant
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Intel
Package: 896-ball FineLine BGA (FBGA-896)
Process Technology: 90 nm CMOS
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Intel
Package: 896-ball FBGA
RoHS Status: Compliant (lead-free)
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EP2C70F896I7N

✅ Drop-In
Intel
📦 896-BGA
Cyclone II · 68,416 · 4,300 · 1,152 Kbits (250 M4K blocks) · 150 · 622 · 4 · 896-ball FineLine BGA (FBGA-896)

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EP2C70F896C8N

✅ Drop-In
Altera
📦 896-BGA
Cyclone II · Cyclone II · 68,416 · 1,152,000 bits · 622 · 68,416 · 150 (18x18) · 4

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EP2C70F896C8

✅ Drop-In
Intel
📦 896-BGA
Cyclone II · Intel (formerly Altera) · 68,416 · 1,152,000 · 622 · 4536 · 90 nm CMOS SRAM · 1.2 V

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EP2C70F896C7N

✅ Drop-In
Intel
📦 896-BGA
Cyclone II · Intel (formerly Altera) · 68,416 · 4,276 · 1,152,000 · 150 · 622 · 4

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EP2C70F896C7

✅ Drop-In
Intel
📦 896-BGA
Cyclone II · 68,416 · 1,152,000 · 150 · 622 · 896-ball FBGA · C7 (commercial, slowest) · 1.2 V

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EP2C70F896C6N

✅ Drop-In
Intel
📦 896-BGA
Cyclone II · 68,416 · 4,276 · 1,152,000 bits · 250 · 150 · 622 · 4

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EP2C70F896I8 Tỷ lệ tối đa & tính chất điện

Family Cyclone II
Logic Elements 68,416
Logic Array Blocks (LABs) 4,276
Embedded Memory 1,152,000 bits (1152 Kbit)
Total RAM Bits 1152000
User I/O Pins 622
Number of CLBs 4276
Hộp 896-BGA (FBGA-896)
Supply Voltage (Core) 1.2 V
Logic Family CMOS
Process Technology 90 nm
Number of PLLs 4
Nhiệt độ hoạt động -40°C to +85°C (Industrial)
Speed Grade 8
Trạng thái RoHS Compliant
Kiểu lắp đặt Surface Mount
Cấp MSL 3
Lead-Free Yes

Hướng dẫn cấu hình chân EP2C70F896I8 896-bga (fbga-896)

Cấu hình chân cho EP2C70F896I8 (896-bga (fbga-896) gói). IC số này bao gồm chân GPIO, giao diện truyền thông (UART, SPI, I2C) và chân nguồn. Tham khảo tài liệu thông số kỹ thuật của nhà sản xuất để biết các chức năng chân thay thế và tùy chọn cấu hình. Cực kỳ quan trọng cho thiết kế hệ thống tích hợp và lập trình PCB.

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Ứng dụng tiêu biểu

EP2C70F896I8 phù hợp cho 7 Áp dụngs: Industrial Motor Control, Video Processing Pipeline, Software-Defined Radio Front End, PCIe Endpoint Prototyping, Automotive Infotainment Prototyping, Embedded DSP and Filter Implementations, Test and Measurement Instrumentation.

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Industrial Motor Control

The EP2C70F896I8's 68,416 logic elements and embedded 18x18 multipliers make it well suited to field-oriented control (FOC) and space-vector PWM generation for three-phase motor drives. With 622 user I/O pins, the device can simultaneously interface multiple encoder inputs, Hall sensors, and high-side/low-side gate-driver channels. Industrial temperature rating (-40°C to +85°C) supports factory-floor deployment. Place decoupling within 5 mm of every BGA power pin and follow Cyclone II board-layout guidelines for the 896-BGA.

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Video Processing Pipeline

The EP2C70F896I8 integrates 1,152,000 bits of M4K RAM, enough to buffer several video lines in a real-time scaling or de-interlacing pipeline. With 622 user I/O pins in the 896-BGA, the device can drive LVDS video links, BT.656/1120 parallel buses, and HDMI/DVI bridge chips simultaneously. Embedded 18x18 multipliers handle 2D FIR filtering and chroma interpolation at common video rates. The industrial temperature grade allows chassis-internal and outdoor kiosk deployment.

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Software-Defined Radio Front End

The Cyclone II architecture's combination of embedded multipliers and ample logic density makes the EP2C70F896I8 an effective platform for SDR digital down-conversion, channelization, and baseband processing. Four PLLs generate the multiple clock domains required by ADC/DAC sample rates and FPGA fabric. The 622 user I/O pins route high-speed LVDS data from dual-channel ADCs to internal FFT and demodulator blocks. Industrial temperature rating suits portable/military radio enclosures.

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PCIe Endpoint Prototyping

The EP2C70F896I8 supports embedded PCIe hard IP on certain package variants, enabling rapid prototyping of PCIe endpoint cards in FPGA form factor. The 622 user I/O pins expose multiple SerDes-capable banks, while 4 PLLs drive the 100 MHz reference and derived application clocks. Designers should verify PCIe block availability for the F896 package via the Cyclone II device handbook before allocating board real-estate to the edge connector.

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Automotive Infotainment Prototyping

Although the EP2C70F896I8 is industrial-grade rather than AEC-Q100 qualified, its 70K logic capacity is useful for prototyping CAN/LIN gateway logic, instrument-cluster graphics, and audio DSP before committing to a hard ASIC. The 1,152,000 embedded RAM bits accommodate frame buffers and audio sample rings. For production automotive programs, migrate to Cyclone IV or Cyclone V with AEC-Q100 qualification.

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Embedded DSP and Filter Implementations

The EP2C70F896I8's embedded 18x18 multipliers and configurable M4K RAM blocks make it efficient for FIR, IIR, and FFT implementations. With 1,152,000 embedded memory bits, the device can hold hundreds of filter coefficients and several lines of working data, reducing external memory pressure. Industrial temperature rating allows deployment in outdoor DSP sensor modules. Use the dedicated PLL outputs to align ADC sampling with internal DSP clock domains.

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Test and Measurement Instrumentation

With 622 user I/O pins and 4 PLLs, the EP2C70F896I8 can implement multi-channel logic analyzer capture, pattern generator timing engines, and protocol-aware test fixtures. The 1,152,000 embedded memory bits store capture buffers and pattern tables, while the industrial temperature range supports laboratory and production-floor environments. Quartus II tool flow supports boundary-scan via JTAG for board-level test integration.

Tóm tắt các sản phẩm được đề xuất

EP2C70F896C8N Altera Được sử dụng trong: Industrial Motor Control, Software-Defined Radio Front End, PCIe Endpoint Prototyping, Embedded DSP and Filter Implementations, Test and Measurement Instrumentation EP4CE40F29C8N Altera Được sử dụng trong: Industrial Motor Control, PCIe Endpoint Prototyping EP2C70F896I7N Intel Được sử dụng trong: Video Processing Pipeline, Automotive Infotainment Prototyping ADV7180 Analog Devices video decoder companion IC Được sử dụng trong: Video Processing Pipeline AD6645 Analog Devices 14-bit ADC companion IC Được sử dụng trong: Software-Defined Radio Front End TJA1050 NXP Semiconductors Được sử dụng trong: Automotive Infotainment Prototyping ADS1256 Texas Instruments 24-bit sigma-delta ADC companion IC Được sử dụng trong: Embedded DSP and Filter Implementations SN65LVDS31 Texas Instruments LVDS driver companion IC Được sử dụng trong: Test and Measurement Instrumentation
What is the logic element count of the EP2C70F896I8?
The EP2C70F896I8 contains 68,416 logic elements and 4,276 logic array blocks according to the Cyclone II Device Family Data Sheet. This places it near the top of the Cyclone II family, second only to the EP2C70's 70K marketing position. The logic fabric is built on a 90 nm CMOS process operating from a 1.2 V core supply, with 1,152,000 bits of embedded M4K RAM and 622 user I/O pins available in the 896-BGA package.
How much embedded memory does the EP2C70F896I8 have?
The EP2C70F896I8 integrates 1,152,000 bits of embedded memory distributed across M4K RAM blocks. According to the Cyclone II datasheet, these blocks can be configured in widths from x1 to x36 and support true dual-port, simple dual-port, and single-port modes. This is sufficient to buffer several lines of video or implement a moderate FFT working set without off-chip SRAM.
What package does the EP2C70F896I8 use?
The EP2C70F896I8 ships in a 896-ball FineLine BGA (FBGA-896) package. The BGA footprint exposes 622 user I/O pins plus dedicated power, ground, JTAG, and configuration pins. PCB designers should follow the Cyclone II board layout guidelines in the device handbook to ensure controlled-impedance routing and adequate via-in-pad thermal relief for the BGA power balls.
What is the difference between the EP2C70F896I8 and EP2C70F896C8N?
The EP2C70F896I8 is specified for the industrial temperature range (-40°C to +85°C) in the '8' speed grade, while the EP2C70F896C8N is the commercial-temperature (0°C to +85°C) variant. Both share the same 896-BGA package, 70K-class logic capacity, and pinout, making them drop-in alternatives when the temperature range is acceptable. Choose I8 for industrial or outdoor applications and C8N for cost-sensitive commercial designs.
Is the EP2C70F896I8 still in production?
The Cyclone II family is generally classified as a legacy Altera (now Intel) product line and is no longer recommended for new designs. Authorized distributors such as DigiKey, Mouser, and Heisener still report limited stock and ship-from-distributor inventory for the EP2C70F896I8, but lifecycle status should be confirmed directly with Intel FPGA support before committing to long production runs. New designs should consider Cyclone IV, Cyclone V, or Cyclone 10 devices.
Where can I download the EP2C70F896I8 datasheet?
The official Cyclone II Device Family Data Sheet and Cyclone II Handbook are hosted on the Intel FPGA documentation portal at intel.com under the legacy Altera literature library. These PDF documents cover electrical characteristics, pin tables, configuration schemes, PCB layout guidelines, and package specifications for the EP2C70F896I8. Third-party mirrors such as pdf.datasheet.live also host a copy for convenience.
How many PLLs does the EP2C70F896I8 have?
The EP2C70F896I8 contains four enhanced PLLs located at the corners of the die. According to the Cyclone II datasheet, each PLL supports multiple output frequencies, programmable bandwidth, and phase shifting for clock-domain alignment. These PLLs are typically used to derive multiple clock domains from a single reference oscillator and to compensate for board-level clock skew.
Where to buy EP2C70F896I8 online?
The EP2C70F896I8 is available from authorized distributors including DigiKey, Mouser, Heisener, Octopart-listed Intel/Altera franchise resellers, and surplus specialists such as Veswin, Vyrian, and Bettlink. As of 2026-09-08, DigiKey reports stock availability and Heisener lists approximately 4,496 pieces with can-ship-immediately lead time. Pricing varies by quantity break and lot date code; request quotes from multiple distributors for volume orders.
What is the price of the EP2C70F896I8?
As of 2026-09-08, Heisener lists the EP2C70F896I8 at approximately $417.61 per piece at unit quantity. DigiKey and Mouser typically price the part in the high-$300s to low-$400s depending on stock and date code. Bulk pricing through authorized distributors can drop below $300 at 250+ pieces. Contact the distributor for current stock and a formal quotation, especially for long-production or aerospace/medical allocations.
What is the lead time for the EP2C70F896I8?
According to Heisener's listing as of 2026-09-08, the EP2C70F896I8 can ship immediately with an estimated delivery time of Oct 14 - Oct 19 for expedited shipping. DigiKey and Mouser also list the part with ships-today availability when stock is on hand. Lead time may extend significantly if the requested quantity exceeds distributor on-hand inventory, since the part is no longer in mainstream production.
What is the best drop-in replacement for the EP2C70F896I8?
The best drop-in replacements for the EP2C70F896I8 are other EP2C70F896 variants in the 896-BGA footprint - specifically the EP2C70F896I7N (industrial, slower speed grade) and the EP2C70F896C8N (commercial temperature, same speed grade). Both share identical pinouts and identical 70K-class logic capacity, so the PCB and Quartus II design files require no modification. Choose based on the temperature range and speed grade your application requires.
Is the EP2C70F896I8 the same as the EP2C70F672I8?
No, the EP2C70F896I8 and EP2C70F672I8 are not the same part. Both are Cyclone II 70K-logic-element devices in the 'I8' industrial speed grade, but they ship in different packages - the F896 uses the 896-ball BGA with 622 user I/O pins, while the F672 uses the smaller 672-ball BGA with fewer user I/O pins. The pinouts differ and the devices are NOT drop-in compatible; choose the package that matches your PCB layout.
Is the EP2C70F896I8 suitable for new designs in 2026?
The EP2C70F896I8 is generally NOT recommended for new designs in 2026 because the Cyclone II family is a legacy Altera product line. New designs should evaluate Cyclone IV, Cyclone V, or Cyclone 10 LP devices, which offer higher logic density, lower power consumption, and modern transceivers. However, the EP2C70F896I8 remains an excellent choice for maintaining existing production, repair depots, and one-to-one replacements in legacy systems where a redesign is not cost-effective.
What are the key specifications of the EP2C70F896I8 that engineers should know?
Key specifications: 68,416 logic elements, 4,276 logic array blocks, 1,152,000 bits of embedded memory, 622 user I/O pins, 4 PLLs, 90 nm CMOS process, 1.2 V core supply, industrial -40°C to +85°C operating temperature, '8' speed grade, and 896-ball FineLine BGA package. The Cyclone II Device Family Data Sheet confirms all of these parameters and adds 18x18 embedded multipliers for DSP arithmetic and JTAG boundary-scan support for board test.

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Hướng dẫn chọn lựa

Choose the EP2C70F896I8 when you need a Cyclone II 70K-logic FPGA in the 896-BGA package with industrial (-40C to +85C) temperature rating for factory, outdoor, or chassis-internal industrial deployments. Choose EP2C70F896I7N as a drop-in alternative when you can accept slower Fmax timing and want to optimize cost. Choose EP2C70F896C8N when your application is commercial-temperature only (0C to +85C) and you want the same speed grade at lower cost. Choose EP2C70F896C6N for the lowest-cost variant and slowest timing. None of these are suitable for AEC-Q100 automotive; migrate to a qualified Cyclone IV or Cyclone V device for production automotive programs.

So sánh với các sản phẩm thay thế

Tham số Sản phẩm này EP2C70F896I7N EP2C70F896C8N EP2C70F896C8 EP2C70F896C7N EP2C70F896C7 EP2C70F896C6N
Brand Altera (Intel) Altera (Intel) Altera (Intel) Altera (Intel) Altera (Intel) Altera (Intel) Altera (Intel)
Package 896-BGA 896-BGA - same 896-BGA - same 896-BGA - same 896-BGA - same 896-BGA - same 896-BGA - same
Logic Elements 68,416 68,416 68,416 68,416 68,416 68,416 68,416
Operating Temperature -40C to +85C (Industrial) -40C to +85C (Industrial) 0C to +85C (Commercial) 0C to +85C (Commercial) 0C to +85C (Commercial) 0C to +85C (Commercial) 0C to +85C (Commercial)
Speed Grade 8 7 (slower) 8 (same) 8 (same) 7 (slower) 7 (slower) 6 (slowest)
Embedded Memory (bits) 1,152,000 1,152,000 1,152,000 1,152,000 1,152,000 1,152,000 1,152,000
User I/O Pins 622 622 622 622 622 622 622
Core Voltage 1.2 V 1.2 V 1.2 V 1.2 V 1.2 V 1.2 V 1.2 V
Lead-Free / RoHS Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Bảo phân biệt quan trọng

  • Same 896-BGA footprint across all 6 drop-in alternatives (vsEP2C70F672I8 (672-BGA))
  • Industrial temperature range versus commercial temperature alternatives (vsEP2C70F896C8N (commercial))
  • Same '8' speed grade as commercial alternatives but with industrial rating (vsEP2C70F896C8N (commercial, same speed grade))

Ghi chú thiết kế

Estimated: For the 896-BGA EP2C70F896I8, place at least one 0.1 uF decoupling capacitor within 5 mm of every BGA power ball, plus a 10 uF bulk capacitor per power rail. Use 4-layer PCB stack-up with continuous power and ground planes under the BGA to provide low-impedance return paths. Follow the Cyclone II board-layout guidelines in the device handbook for via-in-pad construction and BGA escape routing rules.

Do not confuse EP2C70F896I8 with EP2C70F672I8 - both are Cyclone II 70K devices in the I8 speed grade, but they use different packages (896-BGA vs 672-BGA) with different pinouts and are NOT drop-in compatible. Also note that 'I' denotes industrial temperature range; 'C' denotes commercial. Choosing the wrong temperature grade for an outdoor deployment can cause field failures.

The 622 user I/O pins of the EP2C70F896I8 are organized into multiple I/O banks with independent voltage references. Per the Cyclone II datasheet, each bank supports a different mix of LVTTL, LVCMOS, SSTL, and HSTL standards; mixing incompatible standards in a single bank can damage the device. Route high-speed LVDS pairs with matched lengths (delta < 50 mil) and 100 ohm differential impedance for reliable signaling.

Estimated: For typical designs utilizing 50-70% of the EP2C70F896I8's logic and memory resources at 100 MHz toggle rate, expect roughly 1-2 W of dynamic power dissipation. The 896-BGA exposes the die through the substrate, so thermal dissipation via the PCB is generally adequate without an external heatsink. For high-utilization industrial deployments in enclosed chassis, verify junction temperature using the Altera PowerPlay Early Power Estimator.

Thông tin tuân thủ

RoHS
Compliant
REACH
Unknown
AEC-Q100
Not Qualified
Không chì
Yes
Không halogen
Unknown
Khoáng vật xung đột
Unknown

RoHS compliant per Altera product page. Industrial temperature range but not AEC-Q100 qualified - not suitable for automotive production programs without qualification. REACH and conflict minerals status not explicitly stated in verified data.

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