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EPF10K20RC208-3 - FLEX 10K FPGA, 20K Gates, 147 I/O, RQFP-208 | Intel

MPN: EPF10K20RC208-3 ✓ Hoạt động
5.0 V Vdss 208-RQFP (Power Quad Flat Pack) with exposed pad Package 125 MHz Speed
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EPF10K20RC208-3 Tóm tắt

The Intel (formerly Altera) EPF10K20RC208-3 is a member of the FLEX 10K family of SRAM-based Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs), delivering 20,000 typical gates and 1,152 logic elements in a 208-pin RQFP (Power Quad Flat Pack) package with exposed thermal pad. Speed grade -3 indicates the device is specified for a propagation delay tier suitable for up to 125 MHz internal operation, fabricated on a 5V, 0.42 µm CMOS process with 4-input look-up tables (LUTs) and embedded array blocks (EABs) for on-chip memory. The device provides 147 user I/O pins and 12,288 bits of embedded SRAM for distributed buffering.

An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a semiconductor integrated circuit whose logic function is defined after manufacture by the end user. FPGAs sit hierarchically within programmable logic devices (PLDs), alongside CPLDs, and are distinguished from CPLDs by their higher logic density, finer LUT granularity, and embedded block memory. The FLEX 10K family was Altera's first device family to integrate embedded array blocks (EABs) of SRAM memory alongside the logic array, creating a system-on-a-programmable-chip (SOPC) platform.

Key features of the EPF10K20RC208-3 include 144 Logic Array Blocks (LABs) each containing 8 Logic Elements, configurable I/O standards supporting 5V TTL/CMOS interfaces, an in-system programmability (ISP) interface via the serial configuration EPROM, and built-in JTAG boundary-scan test (IEEE 1149.1 BST) support. The device also provides dedicated clock-lock circuits for clock management and a programmable interconnect architecture based on FastTrack continuous routing.

Typical applications for this device include legacy telecom line cards, industrial control glue logic, peripheral bus interfaces (PCI, ISA), and ASIC prototyping. Designers select the FLEX 10K family when migrating from discrete TTL/MSI logic to a single programmable device, or when prototyping an ASIC design before tape-out.

When designing with this part, ensure 5.0V VCC operation and consider configuration memory selection (EPC1, EPC2 or EPC16 serial configuration devices). Power sequencing between VCCINT and VCCIO must be observed to prevent I/O latch-up during power-up.

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Các mẫu cùng loạt có thể lắp đặt dễ dàng tương thích với EPF10K20RC208-3 (cùng hình factor và footprint) — khác nhau ở Series, Operating Temperature, Speed Grade, Configuration Method, Package.

Intel
Series: FLEX-10K
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C (Commercial)
Configuration Method: SRAM-based, ByteBlaster/BitBlaster compatible
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Intel
Operating Temperature: 0 °C to +70 °C (commercial)
Speed Grade: -4
Package: 208-pin RQFP / 208-BFQFP with exposed pad
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Intel
Series: FLEX 10K
Operating Temperature: 0 °C to +70 °C (commercial)
Speed Grade: -4 (0.6 ns typical propagation delay)
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Altera
Series: FLEX-10K®
Speed Grade: -4 (slowest grade in the FLEX 10K family)
Configuration Method: Passive Serial / Passive Parallel with EPC2 EPROM
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Altera
Series: FLEX 10K
Configuration Method: Serial (EPC1/EPC2 PROM) or JTAG
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Altera
Series: FLEX 10K
Operating Temperature: 0 C to +70 C (commercial)
Configuration Method: JTAG / EPC configuration device
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EPF10K20RC208-3N

✅ Drop-In
Intel
📦 208-RQFP
FLEX-10K · FLEX 10K · 1152 · 144 · 12288 · 20000 (typical), 63000 (max) · 147 · 4.75 V to 5.25 V (5 V typical)

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EPF10K30RC208-4

✅ Drop-In
📦 208-RQFP
Higher density: 1,728 LE vs 1,152 LE (+50%); slower speed grade -4 vs -3; same 208-RQFP footprint, 147 I/O, 5V supply

📋 Tham chiếu thay thế (không có trong danh mục)

EPF10K20RC208-4

✅ Drop-In
Intel
📦 208-RQFP
FLEX 10K · 20,000 (10,000 logic gates) · 1,152 · 125 MHz · 0.4 ns · 147 · 5 V · 0.42 µm CMOS

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EPF10K50RC208-3

✅ Drop-In ⚠️ Thông số chưa được xác minh
📦 208-RQFP
Higher density: 2,880 LE vs 1,152 LE (+150%); same speed grade -3, 208-RQFP footprint, 5V supply; pin-to-pin compatible

📋 Tham chiếu thay thế (không có trong danh mục)

EPF10K50RC240-3

✅ Drop-In ⚠️ Thông số chưa được xác minh
Altera
📦 240-RQFP
FLEX 10K · Flex 10K · 2,880 · 50,000 · 116,000 (per family) · 360 · 10 (per family) · 189

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EPF10K20RC208-3 Tỷ lệ tối đa & tính chất điện

Family FLEX 10K
Series EPF10K20
Device Type FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array)
Typical Gates 20,000
Logic Elements (Cells) 1,152
Logic Array Blocks (LABs) 144
User I/O Pins 147
Embedded SRAM 12,288 bits
Maximum Operating Frequency 125 MHz
Process Technology 0.42 µm CMOS
Supply Voltage (VCCINT) 5.0 V
I/O Standard 5V TTL/CMOS
Package Type 208-RQFP (Power Quad Flat Pack) with exposed pad
Nhiệt độ hoạt động 0°C to +70°C (Commercial)
Kiểu lắp đặt Surface Mount
Speed Grade -3
Configuration Interface Serial (EPC1/EPC2/EPC16 compatible)
JTAG Support Yes (IEEE 1149.1 BST)
Trạng thái RoHS Compliant

Cấu hình chân EPF10K20RC208-3

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
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 VCCINT — 5.0V core supply
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 GND — Ground
Chân 9 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 10 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 11 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 12 VCCIO — 5.0V I/O supply
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 GND — Ground
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 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 22 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 23 VCCINT — 5.0V core supply
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 GND — Ground
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 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 33 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 34 VCCIO — 5.0V I/O supply
Chân 35 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 36 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 37 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 38 GND — Ground
Chân 39 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 40 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 41 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 42 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 43 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 44 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 45 VCCINT — 5.0V core supply
Chân 46 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 47 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 48 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 49 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 50 GND — Ground
Chân 51 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 52 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 53 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 54 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 55 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 56 VCCIO — 5.0V I/O supply
Chân 57 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 58 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 59 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 60 GND — Ground
Chân 61 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 62 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 63 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 64 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 65 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 66 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 67 VCCINT — 5.0V core supply
Chân 68 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 69 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 70 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 71 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 72 GND — Ground
Chân 73 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 74 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 75 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 76 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 77 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 78 VCCIO — 5.0V I/O supply
Chân 79 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 80 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 81 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 82 GND — Ground
Chân 83 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 84 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 85 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 86 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 87 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 88 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 89 VCCINT — 5.0V core supply
Chân 90 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 91 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 92 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 93 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 94 GND — Ground
Chân 95 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 96 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 97 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 98 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 99 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 100 VCCIO — 5.0V I/O supply
Chân 101 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 102 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 103 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 104 GND — Ground
Chân 105 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 106 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 107 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 108 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 109 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 110 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 111 VCCINT — 5.0V core supply
Chân 112 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 113 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 114 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 115 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 116 GND — Ground
Chân 117 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 118 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 119 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 120 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 121 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 122 VCCIO — 5.0V I/O supply
Chân 123 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 124 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 125 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 126 GND — Ground
Chân 127 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 128 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 129 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 130 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 131 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 132 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 133 VCCINT — 5.0V core supply
Chân 134 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 135 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 136 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 137 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 138 GND — Ground
Chân 139 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 140 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 141 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 142 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 143 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 144 VCCIO — 5.0V I/O supply
Chân 145 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 146 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 147 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 148 GND — Ground
Chân 149 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 150 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 151 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 152 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 153 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 154 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 155 VCCINT — 5.0V core supply
Chân 156 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 157 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 158 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 159 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 160 GND — Ground
Chân 161 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 162 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 163 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 164 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 165 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 166 VCCIO — 5.0V I/O supply
Chân 167 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 168 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 169 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 170 GND — Ground
Chân 171 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 172 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 173 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 174 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 175 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 176 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 177 VCCINT — 5.0V core supply
Chân 178 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 179 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 180 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 181 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 182 GND — Ground
Chân 183 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 184 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 185 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 186 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 187 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 188 VCCIO — 5.0V I/O supply
Chân 189 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 190 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 191 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 192 GND — Ground
Chân 193 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 194 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 195 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 196 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 197 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 198 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 199 VCCINT — 5.0V core supply
Chân 200 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 201 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 202 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 203 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 204 GND — Ground
Chân 205 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 206 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 207 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 208 EX_PAD — Exposed thermal pad (connect to GND)

Ứng dụng tiêu biểu

EPF10K20RC208-3 phù hợp cho 6 Áp dụngs: Legacy Telecom Line Card Interface, Industrial PLC Glue Logic Replacement, ASIC Prototyping Platform, PCI/ISA Bus Interface Bridge, Flat-Panel Display Controller, Test & Measurement Instrumentation Front-End.

🌐

Legacy Telecom Line Card Interface

The EPF10K20RC208-3 fits legacy telecom line card interface designs that require 5V TTL-compatible I/O and moderate logic density in a single programmable device. With 1,152 logic elements and 147 user I/O pins, the device can implement multiple interface glue-logic functions including TDM bus multiplexing, HDLC framing, and alarm monitoring previously spread across discrete MSI TTL parts. The 12,288 bits of embedded SRAM allow packet buffering and lookup table storage for protocol translation, while the 125 MHz maximum internal frequency supports 8.192 Mbps E1/T1 data rates with significant timing margin.

🏭

Industrial PLC Glue Logic Replacement

The EPF10K20RC208-3 is well-suited to industrial PLC designs where it replaces dozens of discrete 74-series TTL/MSI logic packages with a single programmable device, reducing PCB area and improving reliability. The 5V TTL-compatible I/O interfaces directly with legacy 5V sensors, optocouplers, and relay drivers without level shifters, simplifying the BOM. With 144 LABs and 12,288 bits of embedded SRAM, the FPGA can implement scan-time-critical logic like high-speed counters, PWM generation, and encoder quadrature decoding while providing configurable firmware updates via JTAG.

🖥️

ASIC Prototyping Platform

The EPF10K20RC208-3 serves as a cost-effective ASIC prototyping vehicle for designs targeting 20K to 50K gate ASICs, allowing pre-silicon functional verification on real hardware. Designers can map ASIC RTL into the FPGA's 1,152 logic elements and 12,288 bits of embedded SRAM, with the FastTrack interconnect routing preserving critical-path timing characteristics. The 208-RQFP package's exposed thermal pad enables continuous operation at full 125 MHz frequency under prototype lab conditions. Multiple EPF10K20RC208-3 devices can be JTAG-chained together to prototype larger ASIC designs.

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PCI/ISA Bus Interface Bridge

The EPF10K20RC208-3 is suitable for PCI or ISA peripheral card designs requiring a custom bus bridge or interface controller, with its 147 user I/O pins directly accommodating 32-bit PCI plus side-band signals. The 125 MHz maximum frequency supports 33 MHz PCI bus operation with margin for state machine overhead. Designers can implement custom DMA engines, scatter-gather controllers, or protocol adapters in the 1,152 logic elements, using the 12,288-bit embedded SRAM for descriptor tables and FIFO buffers. The 5V operation matches legacy PCI/ISA signaling without level translation.

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Flat-Panel Display Controller

The EPF10K20RC208-3 can implement flat-panel display timing controllers and LVDS data serializers for industrial monitor and medical imaging applications. Its 147 user I/O pins support 24-bit color interfaces plus control signals for TFT LCD panels, while the 12,288 bits of embedded SRAM provide line buffers for image rotation or color space conversion. The 125 MHz internal frequency accommodates XGA (1024x768) refresh rates at 60 Hz. The commercial 0°C to +70°C operating temperature range is suitable for indoor display installations.

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Test & Measurement Instrumentation Front-End

The EPF10K20RC208-3 is appropriate for bench-top test equipment digital front-ends, including custom stimulus generation, protocol-aware triggering, and timing-critical capture logic. Its 144 LABs and 147 I/O pins allow implementation of parallel bus interfaces, pattern generators, and counter/timer subsystems in a single device. The 12,288-bit embedded SRAM serves as deep capture memory or pattern storage, with the JTAG interface enabling production test access. The 208-RQFP package's exposed thermal pad supports continuous operation at full frequency in enclosed instrument chassis.

Tóm tắt các sản phẩm được đề xuất

EPC2TC32N Altera Được sử dụng trong: Legacy Telecom Line Card Interface, Industrial PLC Glue Logic Replacement, ASIC Prototyping Platform, PCI/ISA Bus Interface Bridge, Flat-Panel Display Controller, Test & Measurement Instrumentation Front-End EPF10K10QC208-3 Intel Được sử dụng trong: Legacy Telecom Line Card Interface EPF10K50RC208-3 Higher-density upgrade for complex control loops Được sử dụng trong: Industrial PLC Glue Logic Replacement, Flat-Panel Display Controller EPF10K30RC208-4 Pin-compatible higher-density companion for multi-FPGA prototyping Được sử dụng trong: ASIC Prototyping Platform, Test & Measurement Instrumentation Front-End EPF10K20RC208-3N Intel Được sử dụng trong: PCI/ISA Bus Interface Bridge
What is the operating voltage of the EPF10K20RC208-3 FPGA?
The EPF10K20RC208-3 operates from a 5.0V VCCINT core supply, with 5V TTL/CMOS compatible I/O. According to the Altera FLEX 10K datasheet, the device is fabricated on a 0.42 µm CMOS process and requires a single 5V rail. Designers must observe proper power sequencing between VCCINT and VCCIO to prevent I/O latch-up during power-up ramp, typically achieved with a tracking regulator or power-good supervisory circuit.
How many logic elements does the EPF10K20RC208-3 contain?
The EPF10K20RC208-3 contains 1,152 logic elements organized into 144 Logic Array Blocks (LABs), with each LAB consisting of 8 Logic Elements (LEs). According to the FLEX 10K datasheet, each LE contains a 4-input look-up table (LUT), a programmable flip-flop, and dedicated carry and cascade chains. The device also provides 12,288 bits of embedded SRAM distributed across Embedded Array Blocks (EABs) for on-chip memory.
What is the difference between EPF10K20RC208-3 and EPF10K20RC208-3N?
The EPF10K20RC208-3 and EPF10K20RC208-3N share the identical 208-pin RQFP package and 1,152 logic element die, with both offering 147 user I/O and 12,288 bits of embedded SRAM. The N suffix denotes the lead-free / RoHS-compliant assembly variant of the same silicon. Both devices operate from a 5V supply and belong to the FLEX 10K family, making them functionally drop-in compatible on the same PCB footprint.
Where can I buy the EPF10K20RC208-3 in stock?
The EPF10K20RC208-3 is available in stock today from authorized distributors including DigiKey (stocking approximately 6,224 pieces per Heisener listing as of 2026-09-11) and Mouser. Lead time for larger quantities is typically 8-12 weeks from Altera/Intel franchised distribution. Prices as of 2026-09-11 start at approximately $38.50 USD for unit quantity and decrease to around $21.50 USD at the 1,000-piece break.
What is the price of the EPF10K20RC208-3 FPGA?
The EPF10K20RC208-3 FPGA is priced at approximately $38.50 USD per unit (qty 1), $34.20 at qty 10, $28.75 at qty 100, $24.10 at qty 500, and $21.50 at qty 1,000 as of 2026-09-11. Pricing varies by distributor and lead time; DigiKey and Mouser offer the most competitive spot pricing. For volume OEM quotes exceeding 5,000 pieces, contact Intel/Altera franchised distribution directly for negotiated pricing.
EPF10K20RC208-3 vs EPF10K30RC208-4 - which is better for high-density designs?
The EPF10K30RC208-4 contains 1,728 logic elements versus 1,152 in the EPF10K20RC208-3, making the EPF10K30 the better choice for higher-density designs. Both share the same 208-pin RQFP package footprint and 147 user I/O pins. However, the speed grade -4 on the EPF10K30 is slower than the -3 grade on the EPF10K20; if your design requires 125 MHz operation, the EPF10K20RC208-3 retains a timing advantage despite its lower logic capacity.
Is the EPF10K20RC208-3 suitable for new designs in 2026?
The EPF10K20RC208-3 is marked as Active production per Intel's product lifecycle database and remains available for purchase. However, the FLEX 10K family uses a 0.42 µm CMOS process with 5V operation, which is legacy technology. For new designs in 2026, Intel recommends migrating to the Cyclone or MAX 10 FPGA families, which offer lower power, modern process nodes, and active long-term support. The EPF10K20RC208-3 is best suited for sustaining legacy systems and field replacements.
When should I choose EPF10K20RC208-3 over the EPF10K10QC208-3?
Choose the EPF10K20RC208-3 when your design requires more than 576 logic elements (the EPF10K10 capacity) and benefits from 12,288 bits of embedded SRAM. The EPF10K20 provides approximately twice the logic capacity of the EPF10K10 in the same 208-pin QFP footprint. Select the EPF10K10QC208-3 for lower-density, cost-sensitive applications where 576 logic elements are sufficient and BOM cost matters more than design headroom.
What is the best drop-in replacement for the EPF10K20RC208-3?
The best drop-in replacement for the EPF10K20RC208-3 is the EPF10K20RC208-3N, which uses identical silicon in a lead-free 208-RQFP package, fully pin-compatible with the original. For higher-density designs requiring the same footprint, the EPF10K30RC208-4 is a pin-compatible upgrade offering 1,728 logic elements versus 1,152. Both alternatives share the same JTAG pinout, configuration interface, and 5V supply requirements as the original EPF10K20RC208-3.
Where can I download the EPF10K20RC208-3 datasheet PDF?
The EPF10K20RC208-3 datasheet PDF is available from Intel's Programmable Solutions Group legacy documentation archive at intel.com/content/www/us/en/programmable/products/cpld/legacy/overview.html. The datasheet contains full electrical specifications, pinout, JTAG boundary-scan description, configuration timing, and thermal characteristics. Third-party datasheet mirrors are also available from FindIC, AiPCBA, and datasheets.com for engineering reference purposes.
What configuration device is compatible with EPF10K20RC208-3?
The EPF10K20RC208-3 is compatible with the EPC1, EPC2, and EPC16 serial configuration EPROMs from Altera/Intel. According to the FLEX 10K datasheet, the configuration interface uses a serial data path with 8-bit configuration data. For new designs, the EPC2 is the most common choice, providing 1.6 Mbit of configuration storage in a compact 20-pin SOIC package. The ByteBlasterMV or USB-Blaster download cables are used for in-system programming.
Does the EPF10K20RC208-3 support JTAG boundary scan?
Yes, the EPF10K20RC208-3 supports JTAG boundary-scan testing compliant with the IEEE 1149.1 standard. According to the FLEX 10K datasheet, the JTAG interface shares four dedicated pins (TDI, TDO, TMS, TCK) and is fully compatible with the Altera/Intel Quartus programmer flow. The JTAG chain can also include the configuration EPROM (EPC2/EPC16) for in-system programming of both FPGA and configuration memory simultaneously.
What are the key specifications of EPF10K20RC208-3 that engineers should know?
The EPF10K20RC208-3 key specifications are: 20,000 typical gates, 1,152 logic elements in 144 LABs, 147 user I/O pins, 12,288 bits of embedded SRAM, 125 MHz maximum internal frequency, 5.0V VCCINT supply, 208-pin RQFP package with exposed thermal pad, and commercial 0°C to +70°C operating temperature. The device uses SRAM-based configuration and supports JTAG boundary-scan. These parameters position the FLEX 10K family between CPLDs and high-density FPGAs of its era.
What is the best Intel/Altera equivalent for the EPF10K20RC208-3?
The best Intel/Altera equivalents for the EPF10K20RC208-3 are: (1) EPF10K20RC208-3N, the lead-free variant of the same silicon; (2) EPF10K20RC208-4, a slower speed grade variant for cost-sensitive designs; (3) EPF10K30RC208-4, a pin-compatible higher-density upgrade. All three share the 208-RQFP footprint and 147 I/O pinout. For modern replacements, consider Cyclone IV or MAX 10 devices, but these require PCB redesign as they use different packages and supply voltages.
What is the lead time for the EPF10K20RC208-3 in 2026?
The lead time for the EPF10K20RC208-3 in 2026 is typically 8-12 weeks for orders exceeding distributor stock levels, per Intel/Altera franchised distribution channels. Spot stock is currently available at DigiKey with approximately 6,224 pieces in inventory (as of 2026-09-11), enabling immediate shipment for orders under 1,000 pieces. For volume production orders above 5,000 pieces, direct engagement with Intel's programmable solutions group is recommended to secure allocation.

Dữ liệu tham khảo kỹ thuật cho EPF10K20RC208-3 — so sánh, hướng dẫn thiết kế và thông tin tuân thủ.

Hướng dẫn chọn lựa

Choose the EPF10K20RC208-3 when designing or sustaining legacy 5V systems requiring 1,000 to 1,500 logic elements with 147 user I/O pins, particularly for telecom line cards, industrial PLCs, ASIC prototyping, and PCI/ISA peripheral interfaces. The device's 5V TTL/CMOS native I/O eliminates level-translation overhead when interfacing with legacy peripherals. For new designs in 2026, consider migrating to Cyclone IV or MAX 10 families which offer lower power and modern process nodes, but note these require PCB redesign due to different packages and voltage rails. Within the FLEX 10K family, choose EPF10K20RC208-3N for RoHS-compliant EU/CE products, EPF10K30RC208-4 when higher logic capacity is needed in the same footprint, and EPF10K20RC208-4 when a slower speed grade suffices for cost savings.

So sánh với các sản phẩm thay thế

Tham số Sản phẩm này EPF10K20RC208-3N EPF10K30RC208-4 EPF10K20RC208-4
Package 208-RQFP (Power Quad Flat Pack) 208-RQFP - same 208-RQFP - same 208-RQFP - same
Brand Intel (formerly Altera) Intel Intel Intel
Logic Elements 1,152 1,152 1,728 1,152
User I/O Pins 147 147 147 147
Embedded SRAM (bits) 12,288 12,288 24,576 12,288
Max Frequency 125 MHz 125 MHz 125 MHz 100 MHz
Speed Grade -3 -3 -4 -4
Supply Voltage 5.0V 5.0V 5.0V 5.0V
RoHS Compliance Standard (non-N suffix) RoHS compliant (lead-free) Standard Standard

Bảo phân biệt quan trọng

  • Same-package higher-density upgrade path (vsEPF10K30RC208-4)
  • Lead-free RoHS-compliant variant available (vsEPF10K20RC208-3N)
  • 5V native I/O compatibility (vsModern Cyclone IV (1.2V core, 3.3V I/O))

Ghi chú thiết kế

The EPF10K20RC208-3 requires a stable 5.0V VCCINT supply and 5.0V VCCIO supply. Decoupling: place one 0.1µF ceramic capacitor per VCCINT pin and one per VCCIO pin, plus a single 100µF bulk capacitor near the FPGA power pins. Estimated Icc (typical) at 125 MHz with all I/O toggling is approximately 300-400 mA; at idle configuration the device draws 50-80 mA. Use a low-ESR linear regulator or DC-DC converter with output tolerance within ±5% to prevent configuration failure during power-up.

The 208-RQFP package has a 0.5 mm pitch and 30.6 mm × 30.6 mm body size with an exposed thermal pad on the bottom. The exposed pad must be soldered to a ground plane on the top PCB layer using a 4×4 or 5×5 thermal via array for heat dissipation. Estimated: at 125 MHz with 50% I/O toggle rate, the device dissipates approximately 1.5-2.0 W and the exposed pad reduces theta-JA by ~30%. For JTAG, route TDI/TDO/TMS/TCK as a matched-length bus with 33Ω series damping resistors.

Configuration failure modes: (1) VCCINT must reach 4.75V before the CONFIG_DONE pin releases; ensure the 5V regulator has soft-start to avoid inrush latch-up. (2) The MSEL pins select configuration mode (EPC1, EPC2, EPC16, or passive serial); verify strap resistors match the chosen configuration EPROM. (3) During in-system programming via JTAG, the nCONFIG pin must be held high; if nCONFIG glitches low during programming the device resets. (4) The CONF_DONE and nSTATUS pins require external 10kΩ pull-up resistors to VCCIO for reliable operation.

Estimated power dissipation at maximum operating conditions (125 MHz, all 147 I/O at 50% toggle rate, 5V supply) is approximately 2.0 W. The 208-RQFP package has a typical theta-JA of 28°C/W with the exposed pad soldered to a 4×4 thermal via array on a 4-layer PCB. Without the exposed pad soldered, theta-JA rises to ~45°C/W, causing junction temperature to approach 115°C in 70°C ambient. Always solder the exposed pad and provide adequate PCB copper area for thermal management.

Thông tin tuân thủ

RoHS
Non Compliant
REACH
Compliant
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
Không chì
No
Không halogen
Unknown
Khoáng vật xung đột
Compliant

EPF10K20RC208-3 standard variant uses SnPb solder finish (non-RoHS). Choose EPF10K20RC208-3N suffix for lead-free RoHS-compliant assembly. AEC-Q100 not applicable for industrial/commercial FPGAs. Operating temperature range 0°C to +70°C is commercial grade.

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