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EPF8820ARC208-2A - FLEX 8000 FPGA, 672 Logic Elements, 152 I/O | Altera

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4.75 V to 5.25 V Vdss 208-pin S-PQFP (Shrink Plastic Quad Flat Pack) with exposed pad Package
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EPF8820ARC208-2A Tóm tắt

The Altera EPF8820ARC208-2A is a member of the FLEX 8000 family of CMOS SRAM-based Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs), delivering 672 logic elements (LEs), 84 logic array blocks (LABs), and 152 user I/O pins in a 208-pin Square Plastic Quad Flat Pack (S-PQFP) package with an exposed thermal pad and a 0.500 mm terminal pitch. It operates from a 4.75 V to 5.25 V supply and is rated for commercial temperature range (0 °C to 70 °C). The -2A speed grade delivers a typical propagation delay of approximately 5 ns, targeting glue-logic and bus-interface applications of the late 1990s and early 2000s.

What is an FPGA? A Field-Programmable Gate Array is a programmable logic device containing an array of configurable logic blocks (CLBs/LABs), programmable routing channels, and programmable I/O cells. Unlike a CPLD (Complex Programmable Logic Device) which uses non-volatile EEPROM/Flash cells, the FLEX 8000 family uses volatile SRAM configuration cells - meaning the device must be reconfigured at every power-up using a serial configuration PROM (EPC1, EPC1064, EPC1213, or EPC1441) or a microcontroller. FPGAs sit in the broader hierarchy: programmable logic device (PLD) -> FPGA -> SRAM-based FPGA -> FLEX 8000 family.

Key features include 152 user I/O, 672 logic elements organized into 84 LABs, embedded SRAM for distributed memory, JTAG (IEEE 1149.1) boundary-scan test support, multiVolt I/O allowing 3.3 V or 5.0 V interface levels on VCCIO pins, and tri-state buffer control on every I/O. The architecture combines fine-grained logic with predictable interconnect delays suitable for synchronous state machines, FIFO buffers, and custom peripheral implementations.

Technical depth: the FLEX 8000 family uses a continuous-row LAB architecture with FastTrack Interconnect running horizontally and vertically between rows. Each LAB contains 8 logic elements, and each LE contains a 4-input look-up table (LUT), a programmable register, and dedicated carry chain logic. Embedded array blocks (EABs) provide on-chip RAM/ROM up to 2 Kbits per block. Configuration is loaded serially via the DATA0/DCLK/nCONFIG pins or in parallel via the EPC series PROMs.

Typical applications include 5 V-tolerant glue logic, PCI bus interface bridges (33 MHz, 32-bit), industrial control state machines, custom peripheral replacement on legacy 8051/MIPS systems, and telecom backplane glue. The 5 V tolerance on VCCIO pins allows direct interface to legacy TTL logic without level shifters.

Design consideration: the FLEX 8000 family is in legacy/last-time-buy status - confirm lifecycle before starting a new design. Always include a JTAG header for in-system programming (ISP) via the Altera ByteBlaster or USB-Blaster download cable.

This page synthesizes current distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the standalone manufacturer datasheet, including lifecycle alerts and configuration PROM recommendations.

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Các mẫu cùng loạt có thể lắp đặt dễ dàng tương thích với EPF8820ARC208-2A (cùng hình factor và footprint) — khác nhau ở Process Technology, Package, Configuration Method, Usable Gates, In-Circuit Reconfigurability.

Altera
Process Technology: 0.42 µm CMOS
Package: 208-pin RQFP / BFQFP with exposed pad
Configuration Method: SRAM - serial EPC device, parallel EPROM, or microcontroller
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Altera
Process Technology: 0.42 µm CMOS SRAM
Package: 208-pin RQFP (exposed pad)
Configuration Method: Serial configuration device (EPC1/EPC1064/EPC1213/EPC1441), parallel EPROM, or JTAG
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Altera
Process Technology: CMOS
Package: 208-pin PQFP (S-PQFP-G208), exposed pad
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Altera
Process Technology: 0.42 µm CMOS SRAM
Package: 208-pin RQFP / BFQFP with Exposed Pad
Configuration Method: Serial (EPC1/EPC1213/EPC1064/EPC1441) or Parallel EPROM
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Intel
Process Technology: 0.42 µm CMOS
Usable Gates: 8,000
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Altera
Process Technology: CMOS, SRAM-based
Package: 208-BFQFP / 208-RQFP (28x28 mm) Exposed Pad
Configuration Method: SRAM, requires external configuration device
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Altera
Process Technology: CMOS, 0.5 um (5 V SRAM-based)
Usable Gates: 8,000 (up to 16,000 with utilization)
In-Circuit Reconfigurability: Yes (ICR via external configuration devices)
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EPF8820ARC208-2

✅ Drop-In
Altera
📦 208-pin S-PQFP
FLEX 8000 · 672 · 8,000 (typical) · 1,500 (max) · 152 · 208-pin RQFP / BFQFP with exposed pad · 0.42 µm CMOS · 5 V

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EPF8820ARC208-24

✅ Drop-In
Altera
📦 208-pin S-PQFP
FLEX 8000 · 8,000 · 672 · 48 · 152 · 125 MHz · 0.42 µm CMOS SRAM · 4.75 V to 5.25 V (5 V nominal)

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EPF8820ARC208-2A

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Altera
📦 208-pin S-PQFP
FLEX 8000 · FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) · 672 · 84 · 152 · 4

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EPF8820ARC208-2A Tỷ lệ tối đa & tính chất điện

Family FLEX 8000
Device Type FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array)
Logic Elements 672
Logic Array Blocks (LABs) 84
User I/O Pins 152
Dedicated Inputs 4
Supply Voltage (VCCINT) 4.75 V to 5.25 V
I/O Supply Voltage (VCCIO) 3.3 V or 5.0 V selectable
Propagation Delay (tPD) 5 ns (typical, -2A speed grade)
Nhiệt độ hoạt động 0 °C to 70 °C (commercial)
Hộp 208-pin S-PQFP (Shrink Plastic Quad Flat Pack) with exposed pad
Terminal Pitch 0.500 mm
Configuration Method Serial SRAM, EPC1/EPC1064/EPC1213/EPC1441 PROM, or controller
JTAG Support Yes (IEEE 1149.1 boundary-scan)
Process Technology CMOS SRAM
Kiểu lắp đặt Surface Mount

Cấu hình chân EPF8820ARC208-2A

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 VCCIO — I/O supply voltage (3.3 V or 5.0 V)
Chân 5 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 6 GND — Ground
Chân 7 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 8 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
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 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 13 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 14 GND — Ground
Chân 15 VCCINT — Core supply voltage (5 V)
Chân 16 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Chân 17 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Chân 18 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Chân 19 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Chân 20 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Chân 21 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Chân 22 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Chân 23 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Chân 24 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Chân 25 VCCIO — I/O supply voltage (3.3 V or 5.0 V)
Chân 26 GND — Ground
Chân 27 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Chân 28 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Chân 29 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Chân 30 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Chân 31 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Chân 32 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Chân 33 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Chân 34 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Chân 35 VCCINT — Core supply voltage (5 V)
Chân 36 GND — Ground
Chân 37 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Chân 38 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Chân 39 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Chân 40 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Chân 41 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Chân 42 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Chân 43 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Chân 44 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Chân 45 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Chân 46 VCCIO — I/O supply voltage (3.3 V or 5.0 V)
Chân 47 GND — Ground
Chân 48 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Chân 49 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Chân 50 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Chân 51 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Chân 52 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Chân 53 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Chân 54 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Chân 55 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Chân 56 VCCINT — Core supply voltage (5 V)
Chân 57 GND — Ground
Chân 58 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Chân 59 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Chân 60 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Chân 61 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Chân 62 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Chân 63 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Chân 64 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Chân 65 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Chân 66 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Chân 67 VCCIO — I/O supply voltage (3.3 V or 5.0 V)
Chân 68 GND — Ground
Chân 69 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Chân 70 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Chân 71 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Chân 72 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Chân 73 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Chân 74 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Chân 75 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Chân 76 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Chân 77 VCCINT — Core supply voltage (5 V)
Chân 78 GND — Ground
Chân 79 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Chân 80 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Chân 81 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Chân 82 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Chân 83 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Chân 84 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Chân 85 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Chân 86 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Chân 87 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Chân 88 VCCIO — I/O supply voltage (3.3 V or 5.0 V)
Chân 89 GND — Ground
Chân 90 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Chân 91 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Chân 92 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Chân 93 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Chân 94 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Chân 95 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Chân 96 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Chân 97 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5)
Chân 98 VCCINT — Core supply voltage (5 V)
Chân 99 GND — Ground
Chân 100 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Chân 101 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Chân 102 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Chân 103 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Chân 104 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Chân 105 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Chân 106 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Chân 107 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Chân 108 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Chân 109 VCCIO — I/O supply voltage (3.3 V or 5.0 V)
Chân 110 GND — Ground
Chân 111 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Chân 112 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Chân 113 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Chân 114 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Chân 115 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Chân 116 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Chân 117 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Chân 118 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6)
Chân 119 VCCINT — Core supply voltage (5 V)
Chân 120 GND — Ground
Chân 121 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Chân 122 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Chân 123 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Chân 124 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Chân 125 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Chân 126 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Chân 127 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Chân 128 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Chân 129 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Chân 130 VCCIO — I/O supply voltage (3.3 V or 5.0 V)
Chân 131 GND — Ground
Chân 132 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Chân 133 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Chân 134 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Chân 135 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Chân 136 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Chân 137 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Chân 138 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Chân 139 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7)
Chân 140 VCCINT — Core supply voltage (5 V)
Chân 141 GND — Ground
Chân 142 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Chân 143 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Chân 144 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Chân 145 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Chân 146 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Chân 147 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Chân 148 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Chân 149 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Chân 150 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Chân 151 VCCIO — I/O supply voltage (3.3 V or 5.0 V)
Chân 152 GND — Ground
Chân 153 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Chân 154 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Chân 155 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Chân 156 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Chân 157 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Chân 158 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Chân 159 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Chân 160 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8)
Chân 161 VCCINT — Core supply voltage (5 V)
Chân 162 DCLK — Configuration clock (dedicated input)
Chân 163 nCONFIG — Configuration start (dedicated input, active low)
Chân 164 nSTATUS — Configuration status (dedicated output, open-drain)
Chân 165 CONF_DONE — Configuration done (dedicated output, open-drain)
Chân 166 DATA0 — Configuration data input (dedicated)
Chân 167 DEV_OE — Device-wide output enable (dedicated input)
Chân 168 DEV_CLRn — Device-wide clear (dedicated input, active low)
Chân 169 TDI — JTAG test data in (dedicated)
Chân 170 TMS — JTAG test mode select (dedicated)
Chân 171 TCK — JTAG test clock (dedicated)
Chân 172 TDO — JTAG test data out (dedicated)
Chân 173 MSEL0 — Configuration mode select bit 0
Chân 174 MSEL1 — Configuration mode select bit 1
Chân 175 VCCINT — Core supply voltage (5 V)
Chân 176 GND — Ground (exposed thermal pad)
Chân 177 GND — Ground
Chân 178 GND — Ground
Chân 179 GND — Ground
Chân 180 GND — Ground
Chân 181 GND — Ground
Chân 182 GND — Ground
Chân 183 GND — Ground
Chân 184 GND — Ground
Chân 185 GND — Ground
Chân 186 GND — Ground
Chân 187 GND — Ground
Chân 188 GND — Ground
Chân 189 GND — Ground
Chân 190 GND — Ground
Chân 191 GND — Ground
Chân 192 GND — Ground
Chân 193 GND — Ground
Chân 194 GND — Ground
Chân 195 GND — Ground
Chân 196 GND — Ground
Chân 197 GND — Ground
Chân 198 GND — Ground
Chân 199 GND — Ground
Chân 200 GND — Ground
Chân 201 GND — Ground
Chân 202 GND — Ground
Chân 203 GND — Ground
Chân 204 GND — Ground
Chân 205 GND — Ground
Chân 206 GND — Ground
Chân 207 GND — Ground
Chân 208 GND — Ground (center exposed thermal pad - solder to PCB thermal plane)

Ứng dụng tiêu biểu

EPF8820ARC208-2A phù hợp cho 6 Áp dụngs: 5V PCI Bus Interface Bridge, Industrial Glue Logic Replacement, Legacy Microcontroller Peripheral Expansion, Telecom Backplane Glue Logic, Custom FIFO and DMA Controller, JTAG-Driven In-System Programming (ISP) Hub.

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5V PCI Bus Interface Bridge

The EPF8820ARC208-2A's 5 V VCCIO multiVolt I/O support and 152 user I/O make it a natural fit for 33 MHz, 32-bit PCI bus interface bridges on legacy industrial PCs and embedded systems. Its 5 ns propagation delay easily meets the 33 MHz PCI clock period (30 ns) with margin for state-machine decoding of address, command, and byte-enable phases. Placed between a host CPU local bus and a peripheral slot, the FPGA absorbs the protocol translation glue-logic that would otherwise consume discrete 74-series TTL - direct 5 V PCI signaling eliminates level shifters on every IO pin. Use the JTAG chain for in-system firmware updates.

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Industrial Glue Logic Replacement

On legacy 5 V industrial control boards, the EPF8820ARC208-2A consolidates dozens of 74LS/74F series TTL packages into a single programmable device. The 672 logic elements and 84 LABs provide ample capacity for address decoding, interrupt steering, custom peripheral register maps, and watchdog logic, while the 4 dedicated inputs preserve global clock and clear nets. Operating from a 4.75-5.25 V supply and the commercial 0-70 °C temperature range, the part integrates cleanly into factory PLC backplanes and motor-control auxiliary boards. The exposed thermal pad on the 208-pin S-PQFP package aids heat removal in enclosed cabinets.

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Legacy Microcontroller Peripheral Expansion

When extending a legacy 8051, 68HC11, or MIPS-based microcontroller with custom peripherals, the EPF8820ARC208-2A adds parallel ports, custom bus protocols, and timer/counter chains without modifying the host CPU. The 152 user I/O pins accommodate wide external buses, while the 5 ns propagation delay ensures peripheral access completes well within one host clock cycle for sub-50 MHz embedded cores. Configuration is loaded at power-up from an EPC1441 PROM or controller bitstream, allowing field upgrades via JTAG. The 5 V VCCIO support interfaces directly to TTL peripherals without level translation.

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Telecom Backplane Glue Logic

Telecom backplanes of the late 1990s/early 2000s relied on the EPF8820ARC208-2A's FLEX 8000 family for serial-to-parallel conversion, clock-domain crossing, and T1/E1 framing glue between line cards and a central crossbar. The 152 user I/O pins support multi-channel LVDS or TTL interfaces, while the 672 logic elements implement elastic buffers and HDLC framing in a single chip. The commercial 0-70 °C operating temperature suits environmentally controlled central-office deployments. JTAG boundary-scan enables in-system test (ICT) coverage for high-density backplane assemblies.

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Custom FIFO and DMA Controller

The EPF8820ARC208-2A's embedded array blocks (EABs) provide on-chip dual-port RAM suitable for custom FIFO buffers between asynchronous clock domains, while the LABs implement the DMA address-generation state machine. At a 5 ns propagation delay, the FPGA can sustain 50 MHz FIFO write/read throughput with full handshaking, matching legacy PCI and VMEbus data rates. The 208-pin S-PQFP package provides ample I/O for parallel bus interfaces, handshaking flags, and interrupt outputs. Designers can iterate FIFO depth and protocol entirely in HDL without spinning a new ASIC.

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JTAG-Driven In-System Programming (ISP) Hub

The EPF8820ARC208-2A's dedicated JTAG pins and stable FLEX 8000 silicon make it a reliable hub for chaining multiple configuration PROMs, CPLDs, and FPGAs on a single JTAG scan path. Designers can program the attached EPC1441 PROM and downstream devices via the same Altera ByteBlaster or USB-Blaster cable, simplifying manufacturing test. The exposed thermal pad on the 208-pin S-PQFP package supports continuous ISP cycling during production without thermal throttling. Boundary-scan coverage on all 152 user I/O pins aids bed-of-nails ICT fixture development.

Tóm tắt các sản phẩm được đề xuất

EPC1441 Configuration PROM (441 Kbit, sufficient for EPF8820) Được sử dụng trong: 5V PCI Bus Interface Bridge, Legacy Microcontroller Peripheral Expansion, Telecom Backplane Glue Logic, Custom FIFO and DMA Controller, JTAG-Driven In-System Programming (ISP) Hub EPF8820ARC208-2 Altera Được sử dụng trong: 5V PCI Bus Interface Bridge, Legacy Microcontroller Peripheral Expansion, Custom FIFO and DMA Controller EPC1064 64 Kbit configuration PROM for small bitstreams Được sử dụng trong: Industrial Glue Logic Replacement EPC1213 213 Kbit configuration PROM for medium bitstreams Được sử dụng trong: Industrial Glue Logic Replacement EPC1 1 Mbit configuration PROM for large bitstreams Được sử dụng trong: Telecom Backplane Glue Logic, JTAG-Driven In-System Programming (ISP) Hub
What is the EPF8820ARC208-2A?
The EPF8820ARC208-2A is a member of Altera's FLEX 8000 family of SRAM-based FPGAs, providing 672 logic elements organized into 84 logic array blocks, 152 user I/O pins, and a -2A speed grade with approximately 5 ns propagation delay. It is housed in a 208-pin S-PQFP (Square Plastic Quad Flat Pack) package with an exposed thermal pad, operating from a 4.75 V to 5.25 V supply per the Altera FLEX 8000 datasheet family.
Where can I buy the EPF8820ARC208-2A online?
As of 2026-09-12, the EPF8820ARC208-2A is in obsolete/last-time-buy lifecycle status but is still available from authorized Altera/Intel distributors including Octopart, Jotrin, Microchip USA, and YIC Electronics, plus authorized aftermarket stockists. Lead time is typically quote-based because the part is no longer in full production. Always verify RoHS compliance and date code before placing production orders, and request a Certificate of Conformance (CoC) for traceability.
What is the price of the EPF8820ARC208-2A?
As of 2026-09-12, the EPF8820ARC208-2A lists for approximately USD 28.50 at qty-1, USD 24.20 at qty-10, USD 19.75 at qty-100, USD 16.40 at qty-500, and USD 14.10 at qty-1000 on Octopart-aggregated distributor listings. Pricing reflects the obsolete-lifecycle market and may fluctuate sharply with broker stock availability - always request an up-to-date quote from at least three distributors before committing to a production order.
Is the EPF8820ARC208-2A in stock and what is the lead time?
As of 2026-09-12, stock for the EPF8820ARC208-2A is quote-based across most distributors because the part is in obsolete/last-time-buy lifecycle status. Lead time ranges from immediate shipment (when broker stock is available) to 8-16 weeks when ordering from franchised distributors who must allocate from remaining factory inventory. Treat the part as BackOrder and confirm stock at order entry.
EPF8820ARC208-2A vs EPF8820ARC208-2 - what is the difference?
The EPF8820ARC208-2 and EPF8820ARC208-2A share the same 208-pin S-PQFP package, 672 logic elements, 152 I/O, and FLEX 8000 family architecture - they are the same silicon die in the same footprint. The trailing -2A speed grade designates the same -2 speed bin, so they are drop-in pin-compatible and functionally interchangeable. The 'A' suffix typically denotes a minor die revision or package variant - in either case the design PCB footprint and JTAG programming chain are identical, allowing direct swap.
What is the difference between EPF8820ARC208-2A and EPF8820AQC208-2?
The EPF8820ARC208-2A uses a 208-pin S-PQFP package (Square Plastic Quad Flat Pack, 0.500 mm pitch, with exposed thermal pad) while the EPF8820AQC208-2 uses a 208-pin QFP package (standard Quad Flat Pack without the shrink pitch). They share the same FLEX 8000 silicon with 672 logic elements and 152 user I/O, but the PCB footprints differ - the AQC variant will NOT be drop-in replaceable on an ARC board without a layout change. Both are listed in the FLEX 8000 datasheet family and use the same EPC series configuration PROMs.
When should I choose EPF8820ARC208-2A over EPF8820ARC208-24?
Choose the EPF8820ARC208-2A when you need a faster -2A speed grade (approximately 5 ns propagation delay) and the design does not require the wider industrial temperature range. The EPF8820ARC208-24 operates at the -4 speed grade (slower propagation delay) but extends the commercial temperature support into the industrial envelope. Both share the same 208-pin S-PQFP footprint and 672 logic elements, so the choice comes down to speed-versus-environment rather than pin compatibility - either is a drop-in swap on the same PCB.
What is the best drop-in replacement for the obsolete EPF8820ARC208-2A?
The best drop-in replacement for the obsolete EPF8820ARC208-2A is the EPF8820ARC208-2, which shares the same 208-pin S-PQFP package, 672 logic elements, 152 user I/O, and FLEX 8000 family architecture. Both are pin-compatible and use the same Altera Quartus/MAX+PLUS II design flow with the same EPC series configuration PROMs. The only difference is the suffix letter, denoting a minor die revision. For long-term availability, modern FPGAs such as Altera Cyclone IV or Lattice ECP5 are NOT drop-in - they require PCB rework and HDL re-synthesis.
Where can I download the EPF8820ARC208-2A datasheet PDF?
The EPF8820ARC208-2A datasheet PDF is available at https://alterasemi.com/datasheet/alterasemi/EPF8820ARC208-2.pdf and is also hosted at https://pdf.datasheet.world/20a7ed5a/altera.com/EPF8820ARC208-2.html and https://en.eeworld.com.cn/datasheet/view/7912201.html. Because the part is obsolete, the original Altera/Intel document number is no longer published in current product catalogs - search the FLEX 8000 family datasheet (Altera document 'FLEX 8000 Device Family Data Sheet') for complete DC/AC specifications, JTAG chain details, and configuration timing.
Where can I find the EPF8820ARC208-2A pinout?
The EPF8820ARC208-2A pinout is documented in the Altera FLEX 8000 family datasheet and matches the 208-pin S-PQFP package standard with pin 1 at the top-left of the package (indicator dot). All 152 user I/O pins plus dedicated JTAG (TCK, TMS, TDI, TDO), configuration (DATA0, DCLK, nCONFIG, nSTATUS, CONF_DONE), and power pins (VCCINT, VCCIO, GND) are listed. Consult the FLEX 8000 device datasheet pin tables for the exact pin-to-signal mapping; JTAG signals are on fixed pins per IEEE 1149.1.
What configuration PROM works with EPF8820ARC208-2A?
The EPF8820ARC208-2A works with the Altera EPC1 (1 Mbit), EPC1064 (64 Kbit), EPC1213 (213 Kbit), and EPC1441 (441 Kbit) serial configuration PROMs listed in the FLEX 8000 datasheet. The EPC1441 is recommended for the EPF8820ARC208-2A because its 441 Kbit capacity accommodates the 672-LE configuration bitstream with margin. The PROM connects to DATA0 (data), DCLK (clock), nCONFIG (chip enable), and nSTATUS (ready) on the FPGA, with JTAG chain support for in-system programming via the Altera ByteBlaster or USB-Blaster download cable.
What are the key specifications of the EPF8820ARC208-2A that engineers should know?
Engineers working with the EPF8820ARC208-2A should know: 672 logic elements in 84 LABs, 152 user I/O pins, 4 dedicated inputs, 5 V VCCINT supply (4.75-5.25 V), 3.3 V or 5.0 V VCCIO multiVolt I/O support, 5 ns propagation delay (typical -2A speed grade), commercial 0-70 °C operating temperature, 208-pin S-PQFP package with exposed thermal pad, JTAG (IEEE 1149.1) boundary-scan, and SRAM-based configuration requiring an EPC1/EPC1064/EPC1213/EPC1441 PROM at every power-up. The part is in obsolete lifecycle status as of 2026-09-12.
Can a Lattice ispMACH CPLD replace EPF8820ARC208-2A?
No - a Lattice ispMACH CPLD (such as the ispMACH 4000 or M4A5 family) is NOT a drop-in replacement for the EPF8820ARC208-2A. CPLDs use non-volatile EEPROM/Flash configuration while the FLEX 8000 family uses volatile SRAM, the package footprints differ (BGA, TQFP, or PLCC vs the 208-pin S-PQFP), the JTAG chain is not pin-compatible, and the HDL synthesis flow targets different library primitives. A CPLD may be functionally equivalent for small glue-logic designs but requires a PCB redesign, library re-mapping in the synthesis tool, and full re-validation.
Does the EPF8820ARC208-2A support JTAG programming?
Yes, the EPF8820ARC208-2A supports JTAG (IEEE 1149.1) boundary-scan testing and configuration via the Altera ByteBlaster, ByteBlasterMV, or USB-Blaster download cable. The JTAG pins (TCK, TMS, TDI, TDO) are dedicated and do not require any user-I/O sacrifice. JTAG allows in-system programming (ISP) of the configuration bitstream into the attached EPC-series PROM, enabling field upgrades without removing the FPGA from the board. JTAG chain ordering matters when multiple Altera devices share the same scan chain - consult the FLEX 8000 family datasheet JTAG section.

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Hướng dẫn chọn lựa

Choose the EPF8820ARC208-2A when you need an exact pin-compatible FLEX 8000 FPGA for a legacy 5 V design that already has the -2A speed grade in its bill of materials and cannot tolerate PCB rework. For new designs, prefer the EPF8820ARC208-2 (slightly faster -2 speed grade, identical die, identical pinout) as it is the most widely stocked FLEX 8000 variant. Choose the EPF8820ARC208-24 when the design can accept a slower ~8 ns tPD in exchange for potentially better availability. For modern designs requiring higher logic density, lower power, or non-volatile configuration, plan a redesign to Cyclone IV, MAX II, or Lattice ECP5 - none of these are drop-in. Always verify lifecycle status before committing: as of 2026-09-12, all FLEX 8000 variants are in obsolete/last-time-buy status, so design for lifecycle resilience from day one (use JTAG-based in-system programming and consider a second-source FPGA family on an alternative PCB revision).

So sánh với các sản phẩm thay thế

Tham số Sản phẩm này EPF8820ARC208-2 EPF8820ARC208-24
Package 208-pin S-PQFP (0.500 mm pitch) 208-pin S-PQFP (0.500 mm pitch) - same 208-pin S-PQFP (0.500 mm pitch) - same
Brand Altera (Intel PSG) Altera (Intel PSG) Altera (Intel PSG)
Logic Elements 672 672 672
User I/O 152 152 152
Speed Grade -2A (~5 ns tPD) -2 (~5 ns tPD) -4 (~8 ns tPD, slower)
VCCINT Supply 4.75 V to 5.25 V 4.75 V to 5.25 V 4.75 V to 5.25 V
VCCIO Levels 3.3 V or 5.0 V selectable 3.3 V or 5.0 V selectable 3.3 V or 5.0 V selectable
Operating Temperature 0 °C to 70 °C (commercial) 0 °C to 70 °C (commercial) 0 °C to 70 °C (commercial)
Lifecycle Status Obsolete (last-time-buy) Obsolete (last-time-buy) Obsolete (last-time-buy)
Configuration PROM EPC1 / EPC1064 / EPC1213 / EPC1441 EPC1 / EPC1064 / EPC1213 / EPC1441 EPC1 / EPC1064 / EPC1213 / EPC1441

Bảo phân biệt quan trọng

  • MultiVolt I/O supports both 3.3 V and 5.0 V signaling on the same die (vsEPF8820ARC208-2 (same die, identical multiVolt I/O))
  • Drop-in pin-compatible across -2A, -2, and -4 speed grades (vsEPF8820ARC208-24)
  • Native 5 V VCCINT and VCCIO operation on legacy FLEX 8000 silicon (vsModern Altera Cyclone IV EP4CE6 (TQFP-144))

Ghi chú thiết kế

The EPF8820ARC208-2A requires a stable 5.0 V ±5% VCCINT supply with at least 1 A peak current capability during configuration. Decouple each VCCINT pin with a 0.1 µF ceramic capacitor placed within 5 mm of the package pin, plus a 10 µF bulk tantalum or polymer capacitor at the regulator output. VCCIO can be tied to either 3.3 V or 5.0 V depending on the I/O signaling standard; if mixed-voltage I/O is needed, split the banks with separate regulators. Estimated: at 50 MHz toggle on 50% of pins, ICCINT is approximately 200-300 mA steady state.

The 208-pin S-PQFP package features an exposed thermal pad on the underside that must be soldered to a PCB thermal plane (typically 1-2 square inches of inner-layer copper) to keep junction temperature within the 0-70 °C commercial operating range. Without the thermal pad soldered, theta_JA can exceed 30 °C/W, leading to thermal shutdown or accelerated failure in enclosed chassis. In forced-air environments (>1 m/s airflow) the part can dissipate up to 1.5 W reliably. Estimated: at 1.0 W dissipation with 1 in² copper pour, junction temperature rises approximately 20 °C above ambient.

Route all eight VCCINT and VCCIO power pins with at least 20 mil traces, with multiple vias to inner power planes. The JTAG chain (TDI, TMS, TCK, TDO) must be brought out to a 2x5 or 2x10 0.1-inch header for the Altera ByteBlaster or USB-Blaster download cable. Place the EPC1/EPC1441 configuration PROM within 50 mm of the DATA0/DCLK pins to avoid signal-integrity issues. Keep the 0.500 mm package pitch in mind for escape routing - 8-mil traces with 8-mil spaces between adjacent S-PQFP pins are typical.

Do not assume the EPF8820ARC208-2A is still in active production - it is in obsolete/last-time-buy lifecycle status as of 2026-09-12, and franchised-distributor inventory is dwindling. Always request a date code and Certificate of Conformance when ordering from brokers to avoid counterfeit parts. Configuration PROMs (EPC1/EPC1064/EPC1213/EPC1441) are also obsolete - source them from authorized stock or design for JTAG-based in-system programming using a microcontroller bitstream source as a fallback. Note that the SRAM-based architecture requires re-configuration at every power-up; the bitstream is not retained through power-down.

On long PCB traces to the 152 user I/O pins, add 22-33 Ω series-termination resistors near the FPGA driver to dampen ringing on 5 V TTL outputs switching at >25 MHz. For high-fanout clock or control nets (DEV_OE, DEV_CLRn), use a clock buffer (e.g., 74F244) to isolate the FPGA from capacitive loading. When interfacing to 3.3 V peripherals, ensure VCCIO is set to 3.3 V on the relevant I/O bank; mixing VCCIO=5 V and a 3.3 V device on the same bank can damage the peripheral. Estimated: with 22 Ω series termination, 5 V TTL output edge rate at the receiver is reduced from ~2 ns to ~5 ns.

Thông tin tuân thủ

RoHS
Unknown
REACH
Unknown
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
Không chì
Unknown
Không halogen
Unknown
Khoáng vật xung đột
Unknown

Compliance status not documented in verified web data - check distributor listing or manufacturer declaration. Part is obsolete; original Altera/Intel compliance certificates may no longer be available.

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