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EP1C12Q240C7N - Cyclone 12,060 LEs FPGA 1.5V 240-PQFP | Intel

料号: EP1C12Q240C7N ✓ 量产中
有现货 1-3 个工作日内发货
1.5 V Vdss 240-pin PQFP / BFQFP Package C7 (commercial, -7) Speed 52 M4K blocks (4 Kbit each) Memory
低至 $22.8 USD / 件
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价格更新于: 2026-09-06
批量定价
数量 单价 小计
1 $38.5 $38.50
10 $33.2 $332.00
100 $28.45 $2,845.00
500 $25.1 $12,550.00
1,000 $22.8 $22,800.00
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EP1C12Q240C7N 概述

The Intel (formerly Altera) EP1C12Q240C7N is a Cyclone-family Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) integrating 12,060 logic elements, 239,616 RAM bits, and 173 user I/Os in a 240-pin Plastic Quad Flat Pack (PQFP/BFQFP) package. It is fabricated on a 130 nm CMOS process, operates from a 1.5 V core supply, and is specified to a -7 speed grade with an internal performance of approximately 320 MHz. The part is intended as a low-cost, high-volume programmable logic device for glue logic, custom interfaces, and digital signal conditioning.

An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a semiconductor integrated circuit composed of configurable logic blocks (CLBs), programmable interconnect, and dedicated I/O cells that the designer can re-program in the field. FPGAs sit at the top of the programmable logic hierarchy: programmable logic device (PLD) -> CPLD -> FPGA -> SoC FPGA. Unlike a CPLD, which is non-volatile and best for small glue-logic functions, an FPGA uses SRAM-based configuration (for the Cyclone family, loaded from external flash at boot) and scales to tens of thousands of logic elements with embedded multipliers and memory blocks, making it the workhorse of custom digital hardware prototyping and low-volume production.

Key features include 12,060 logic elements (roughly equivalent to 12,060 4-input look-up tables), 52 embedded 4-Kbit M4K memory blocks totaling 239,616 RAM bits, 173 maximum user I/O pins distributed across four I/O banks, and dedicated dual-clock PLLs. The 130 nm process node keeps dynamic and static power low compared to earlier families such as APEX 20K, while the 240-pin PQFP package exposes enough I/O to drive parallel buses, video interfaces, and multi-channel control planes without requiring a BGA fan-out.

Typical applications include industrial control and factory automation, low-cost video processing pipelines, motor and stepper control, custom peripheral bridges for microprocessors, and communications glue logic. The wide I/O count and 320 MHz internal fabric comfortably support legacy parallel interfaces (PCI up to 33 MHz, 16/32-bit SRAM/Flash buses, LVDS via external resistors) as well as modern LVCMOS 3.3 V and 2.5 V logic.

When designing with this device, plan the configuration memory: Cyclone FPGAs are SRAM-based and require a serial or parallel configuration flash. Also note that the C7 speed grade (-7) is the slowest tier of the Cyclone I family; pin-compatible C6, C7, C8, and I7 variants allow designers to up-screen or relax timing without re-laying out the PCB.

This page synthesizes distributor pricing, pin-compatible Cyclone I speed-grade variants, and practical design notes that are not consolidated in the original datasheet.

直接替换替代料: EP1C12Q240C7N ——相同封装,引脚兼容。需要 PCB 改动的不同封装料号已排除。

本系列中的变体

可与以下型号直接替换的同系列型号: EP1C12Q240C7N (相同外形与封装尺寸) ——差异在于 Process Technology, Package, Speed Grade, Family, Total RAM Bits.

Altera
Process Technology: 0.13-um all-layer copper SRAM process
Package: 240-BFQFP
对比 EP1C12Q240C7N →
Intel
Process Technology: 130 nm
Total RAM Bits: 239616
对比 EP1C12Q240C7N →
Intel
Process Technology: 130 nm
Package: 240-pin PQFP/BFQFP (34.6 x 34.6 mm, 0.5 mm pitch)
Total RAM Bits: 239616
对比 EP1C12Q240C7N →
Intel
Process Technology: 130 nm
Package: 240-BFQFP
Speed Grade: -6
对比 EP1C12Q240C7N →
Intel
Process Technology: 130 nm SRAM
Speed Grade: 7
Total RAM Bits: 239,616
对比 EP1C12Q240C7N →
Intel
Process Technology: 130 nm CMOS SRAM
Package: 240-BFQFP / PQFP-240, gull-wing
Speed Grade: C8
对比 EP1C12Q240C7N →
Intel
Process Technology: 0.13 µm all-layer copper SRAM
Package: 240-pin PQFP / BFQFP (Q240)
Speed Grade: 8 (commercial)
对比 EP1C12Q240C7N →
Altera
Process Technology: 130 nm
Speed Grade: 6
Family: Cyclone FPGA
对比 EP1C12Q240C7N →
Altera
Process Technology: 130 nm CMOS, 1.5 V core
Package: 240-pin PQFP / BFQFP (240QFP)
Speed Grade: I7
对比 EP1C12Q240C7N →
Intel
Process Technology: 130 nm
Package: 240-PQFP / 240-BFQFP
Speed Grade: 7
对比 EP1C12Q240C7N →

快速对比工具——选择替代料号进行并排对比:

EP1C12Q240C6N

✅ 直接替换
Intel
📦 240-PQFP
Cyclone FPGA (Intel/Altera) · 12060 · 239616 · 52 · 173 · 320.1 MHz · 1.5 V

✓ 有现货

$119 / 个

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EP1C12Q240C8N

✅ 直接替换
Intel
📦 240-PQFP
Cyclone · Cyclone I · 12,060 · 239,616 · M4K (4 Kbit blocks) · 0.13 µm all-layer copper SRAM · 1.5 V · 8 (commercial)

✓ 有现货

$24.8 / 个

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EP1C12Q240I7N

✅ 直接替换
Intel
📦 240-PQFP
Cyclone · 12,060 · 1,206 · 239,616 bits · 173 · 1.5 V · 130 nm · 320.1 MHz

✓ 有现货

$30.85 / 个

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EP1C12Q240C7

✅ 直接替换
Intel
📦 240-PQFP
Cyclone · 12,060 · 239,616 bits · 239,616 · 12,060 · 1,206 · 173 · 8 (per datasheet family)

✓ 有现货

$36.75 / 个

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EP1C12Q240C6

✅ 直接替换
Intel
📦 240-PQFP
Cyclone · 12060 cells · 1206 · 239616 · 173 · 1.5 V · 130 nm · 405.2 MHz

✓ 有现货

$29 / 个

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EP1C12Q240C6NAA

✅ 直接替换
Intel
📦 240-PQFP
EP1C12Q240C6NAA · Cyclone · 12060 · 239616 · 173 · 240-BFQFP · 1.5 V · 130 nm

✓ 有现货

$29.4 / 个

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EP1C12Q240C7N 最大额定值与电气特性

Family Cyclone
Series Cyclone I
Manufacturer Intel (formerly Altera)
Logic Elements 12,060
Configurable Logic Blocks (CLBs) 12,060
Total RAM Bits 239,616 bits
Embedded Memory Blocks 52 M4K blocks (4 Kbit each)
Maximum User I/O 173
Process Technology 130 nm CMOS
Core Voltage 1.5 V
Internal Performance 320.1 MHz
Speed Grade C7 (commercial, -7)
工作温度 0C to +85C (commercial)
封装 240-pin PQFP / BFQFP
Package Body Size 34.60 x 34.60 mm
Lead Pitch 0.50 mm
Terminal Form Gull wing
安装类型 Surface Mount
PLLs 2 (dual-clock)
Configuration Method SRAM, serial/parallel via external flash

EP1C12Q240C7N 34.60 x 34.60 mm 引脚配置指南

EP1C12Q240C7N(34.60 x 34.60 mm 封装)的引脚配置。 该数字 IC 包含 GPIO、通信接口(UART、SPI、I2C)和电源引脚。请参阅制造商数据手册以了解复用引脚功能和配置选项。对嵌入式系统设计和 PCB 布局至关重要。

EP1C12Q240C7N 的 34.60 x 34.60 mm 封装引脚图

暂无详细引脚数据: EP1C12Q240C7N.

请参阅 数据手册 以查看完整引脚配置。

典型应用

EP1C12Q240C7N 适用于 7 应用s: Industrial Control and Factory Automation, Custom Peripheral Bridge for Microprocessor, Low-Cost Video Processing Pipeline, Communications Glue Logic and Protocol Converters, ASIC Prototyping and Design Validation, Test and Measurement Instrumentation Front-End, Legacy Parallel Bus Extension (PCI, VME, ISA).

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Industrial Control and Factory Automation

The EP1C12Q240C7N's 12,060 logic elements and 173 user I/Os make it well-suited for industrial PLC-style controllers driving multiple stepper and servo motor channels. The Cyclone I fabric at 320 MHz internal frequency is sufficient for 50 kHz PWM loops on up to 32 axes, while the four I/O banks cleanly separate 24 V field wiring (via opto-isolators) from the 3.3 V logic domain. Compared to a microcontroller, this FPGA gives deterministic parallel execution without task-switching jitter, which is critical for tight multi-axis motion synchronization on factory floors.

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Custom Peripheral Bridge for Microprocessor

Embedded systems often need a glue-logic bridge between a host CPU and legacy or proprietary peripherals. The EP1C12Q240C7N's 52 M4K memory blocks (239 Kbit total) can implement FIFO buffers, register files, and DMA descriptor rings without external SRAM. With 173 I/Os available, a single Cyclone I device can simultaneously drive 8/16-bit SRAM/Flash buses, expose JTAG-controlled register windows to the host, and bit-bang custom SPI/I2C peripherals. The 320 MHz internal fabric comfortably absorbs any protocol translation overhead.

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Low-Cost Video Processing Pipeline

The EP1C12Q240C7N supports real-time video processing at up to XGA (1024x768) at 60 Hz through its embedded M4K memory blocks, which can be configured as line buffers or frame-delay FIFOs. The four I/O banks accept LVCMOS 24-bit RGB inputs and LVDS pairs via external resistors, making it suitable for digital signage, KVM switches, and industrial camera pre-processing. Designers typically implement de-interlacing, color space conversion, and on-screen display blending in fabric, freeing the downstream processor for higher-level analytics.

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Communications Glue Logic and Protocol Converters

The EP1C12Q240C7N is widely used as a multi-protocol bridge converting between UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, and custom proprietary serial links. Its dual PLLs generate independent reference clocks for each protocol domain, while the 12,060 logic elements can host soft-cores (Nios II, custom state machines) for protocol parsing. The 130 nm process node keeps power dissipation below 0.5 W at full toggle rate, allowing fanless operation in sealed enclosures.

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ASIC Prototyping and Design Validation

Before committing to a mask set, ASIC designers port RTL to the EP1C12Q240C7N for hardware-in-the-loop validation. The Cyclone I 130 nm fabric gives a reasonably faithful timing model for the synthesized netlist, and the 239 Kbit of SRAM approximates many ASIC memory compilers. The 240-PQFP package is easy to socket for benchtop characterization, and Quartus Prime's LogicLock regions make it straightforward to isolate and re-spin functional blocks without re-flowing the board.

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Test and Measurement Instrumentation Front-End

The EP1C12Q240C7N's 173 user I/Os and 320 MHz fabric are valuable in benchtop instruments such as logic analyzers, protocol exercisers, and custom pattern generators. M4K memory blocks implement deep capture buffers, and the dual PLLs synchronize multiple sample-clock domains. The commercial temperature grade (0C to +85C) is sufficient for laboratory use, and the PQFP package is easy to rework during development cycles.

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Legacy Parallel Bus Extension (PCI, VME, ISA)

The EP1C12Q240C7N's abundant I/O count makes it ideal for legacy industrial buses that have no native support in modern microcontrollers. Designers use the Cyclone I fabric to implement PCI 32-bit/33 MHz target interfaces, VMEbus slave decoders, or ISA-style peripheral adapters for retrofitting old machinery. The 240-PQFP package exposes enough pins to break out 32 data, 24 address, and full control signals without multiplexing, simplifying timing closure.

What is the EP1C12Q240C7N FPGA and which family does it belong to?
The EP1C12Q240C7N is an Intel (formerly Altera) Cyclone-series Field-Programmable Gate Array with 12,060 logic elements and 173 user I/Os in a 240-pin PQFP package. According to the Cyclone Family datasheet, it is fabricated on a 130 nm process and runs from a 1.5 V core supply, making it one of the lowest-cost SRAM-based FPGAs in Intel's catalog.
How many logic elements and RAM bits does the EP1C12Q240C7N contain?
The EP1C12Q240C7N contains 12,060 logic elements and 239,616 bits of embedded SRAM distributed across 52 M4K memory blocks (each 4 Kbit). This fabric is sufficient for moderate-density glue logic, custom bus bridges, and parallel video processing pipelines without requiring a larger Cyclone II or Cyclone III device.
What is the maximum operating frequency of EP1C12Q240C7N?
The Cyclone I family with the C7 speed grade is rated for approximately 320 MHz internal logic performance as reported by FindIC and Altera distributor listings. Real-world fMAX depends on routing, logic depth, and I/O standard - typical designs in this device run at 100-250 MHz on internal paths.
How many user I/O pins does the EP1C12Q240C7N provide?
The EP1C12Q240C7N provides up to 173 user I/O pins in its 240-pin PQFP package, distributed across four I/O banks supporting LVCMOS, LVTTL, and LVDS (with external resistors) standards. The remaining pins are power, ground, JTAG, and configuration signals.
Is the EP1C12Q240C7N a drop-in replacement for EP1C12Q240C6N?
Yes. The EP1C12Q240C7N is pin-compatible with the EP1C12Q240C6N (C6 speed grade); both share the same 240-PQFP package, same die, and same logic-element count. The C7 simply denotes a slower speed tier, so swapping C6N into a C7N socket typically works and may even tighten timing margins on internal paths.
Where can I buy the EP1C12Q240C7N and what does it cost?
The EP1C12Q240C7N is available from authorized distributors including DigiKey, Mouser, and Octopart-listed vendors. Pricing as of 2026-09-06 typically ranges around 38.50 USD at qty-1 down to approximately 22.80 USD at qty-1000 on reel. Check distributor stock pages for real-time inventory and lead times.
What is the lead time for EP1C12Q240C7N orders?
Lead time for the EP1C12Q240C7N typically ranges from immediate (in-stock at DigiKey) to 8-12 weeks for factory-direct orders, as of 2026-09-06. Authorized distributors report the most accurate real-time lead times; third-party brokers may offer shorter delivery at premium pricing for urgent requirements.
Is the EP1C12Q240C7N still in production and what is its lifecycle status?
The EP1C12Q240C7N is listed as active in the Cyclone product family as of 2026-09-06 according to Intel's product page. The original Cyclone I family has been supplemented by Cyclone II/III/IV/V, but the C7N parts remain orderable and supported for legacy designs.
What is the difference between EP1C12Q240C7N and EP1C12Q240I7N?
The EP1C12Q240C7N is the commercial-temperature variant (0C to +85C) at the -7 speed grade, while the EP1C12Q240I7N is the industrial-temperature variant (-40C to +100C) at the same -7 speed grade. Both share the same 240-PQFP package and are electrically pin-compatible for non-extreme environments.
Where can I download the EP1C12Q240C7N datasheet PDF?
The official Altera/Intel Cyclone Device Handbook is the primary reference document and is available from the Intel FPGA support page at intel.com/content/www/us/en/support/programmable/support-resources/design-examples-and-software-support.html. Distributors like FindIC and datasheets.com also host a 13.7 MB PDF of the Cyclone family datasheet.
What are the recommended power decoupling capacitors for EP1C12Q240C7N?
Cyclone I designs typically use a 100 uF bulk capacitor plus 0.1 uF and 0.01 uF ceramic decoupling caps placed within 5 mm of every VCCINT and VCCIO pin pair. According to the Altera Cyclone Device Handbook reference designs, a 4-layer PCB with a dedicated ground plane is strongly recommended to keep core-rail noise below 50 mV pk-pk.
Can the EP1C12Q240C7N replace a Xilinx Spartan-3E on the same PCB?
No. The EP1C12Q240C7N is NOT a drop-in replacement for any Xilinx Spartan device - the package, pinout, configuration memory interface, and JTAG chain are all manufacturer-specific. A Cyclone-to-Spartan migration requires a complete PCB redesign and firmware port from Quartus to ISE/Vivado toolchains.
What tools are required to program the EP1C12Q240C7N?
The EP1C12Q240C7N is programmed using Intel Quartus Prime (version 13.0 sp1 or earlier is recommended for legacy Cyclone I support). A USB-Blaster or ByteBlaster cable connects the JTAG header on the PCB to the host running Quartus, and configuration bitstreams are stored in an external EPCS or EPCQ serial flash.
What is the difference between EP1C12Q240C7N and EP1C12Q240C8N?
The C7N and C8N differ only in speed grade: C7 is faster (~320 MHz internal) while C8 is the slowest tier of the Cyclone I family. Both share the same 240-PQFP package, same 12,060 LE fabric, and are pin-compatible, so a C8N can be substituted where timing closure is not critical.
What applications is the EP1C12Q240C7N best suited for?
The EP1C12Q240C7N is best suited for low-to-medium density glue logic, custom peripheral bridges (e.g., 8/16-bit SRAM-to-PCI bridges), industrial motor and stepper controllers, simple video processing pipelines, and prototype ASICs. Its 173 user I/Os and 320 MHz fabric comfortably handle parallel buses, multi-channel PWM, and LVCMOS 3.3 V interfaces.

工程参考数据: EP1C12Q240C7N ——对比、设计指导和合规信息。

选型指南

Choose the EP1C12Q240C7N when you need 12,060 logic elements with a balanced blend of speed (320 MHz internal fabric) and 173 user I/Os in a hand-solderable 240-PQFP package. The C7 speed grade is the mainstream choice for industrial control, glue logic, and PCI/peripheral bridge designs. If your design cannot meet timing at C7, step up to the EP1C12Q240C6N (same package, faster speed grade). If timing margin is loose and you want to save cost, the EP1C12Q240C8N (slower speed grade) is pin-compatible. For outdoor or automotive environments, use the EP1C12Q240I7N industrial-temperature variant. For new designs without legacy constraints, consider migrating to the Cyclone IV family (e.g., EP4CE6 or EP4CE10) which offers lower core voltage (1.2 V) and more memory at comparable cost.

与替代料对比

参数 本产品 EP1C12Q240C6N EP1C12Q240C8N EP1C12Q240I7N EP1C12Q240C7
Package 240-PQFP 240-PQFP - same 240-PQFP - same 240-PQFP - same 240-PQFP - same
Brand Intel Intel Intel Intel Intel
Logic Elements 12,060 12,060 12,060 12,060 12,060
Speed Grade C7 C6 (faster) C8 (slower) I7 (industrial temp, same speed) C7 (same, tray packaging)
Temperature Range 0C to +85C (commercial) 0C to +85C (commercial) 0C to +85C (commercial) -40C to +100C (industrial) 0C to +85C (commercial)
User I/O 173 173 173 173 173
Embedded RAM 239,616 bits (52 M4K blocks) 239,616 bits 239,616 bits 239,616 bits 239,616 bits
Core Voltage 1.5 V 1.5 V 1.5 V 1.5 V 1.5 V
Lifecycle Status Active Active Active Active Active

关键差异点

  • Wide I/O count in a hand-solderable PQFP package (对比 EP1C12F256C8N (256-FBGA))
  • Same die across C6/C7/C8 speed grades enables speed scaling without PCB redesign (对比 EP1C12Q240C8N (C8 speed grade))
  • Industrial temperature variant available in the same footprint (对比 EP1C12Q240I7N (industrial temp))

设计说明

The EP1C12Q240C7N requires three supply rails: 1.5 V VCCINT (core), 3.3 V or 2.5 V VCCIO (I/O banks, bank-by-bank configurable), and an optional 3.3 V VCC_PLL for the analog PLL sections. Estimated: at full toggle rate on 12,060 LEs with all 173 I/Os driving 10 pF loads, ICCINT reaches approximately 400-500 mA. Use a 4-layer PCB with a dedicated ground plane and place 0.1 uF + 0.01 uF ceramic decoupling caps within 5 mm of every VCC pin pair to keep core-rail noise below 50 mV pk-pk.

The 240-PQFP package has 0.5 mm lead pitch and a 34.6 x 34.6 mm body size, which is at the practical limit of hand-soldering. Plan for a 4-layer PCB with a continuous ground plane beneath the device to provide a low-impedance return path for switching signals. All 173 user I/O pins should be routed on the top layer or near-surface microvias; long via stubs on high-speed I/O (>100 MHz) can cause impedance discontinuities that exceed Cyclone I timing margins.

Cyclone I FPGAs are SRAM-based and lose configuration when power is removed. A non-volatile configuration memory (EPCS4, EPCS16, or compatible third-party SPI flash) is mandatory. JTAG and AS configuration modes both require the MSEL[2:0] pins to be tied to specific levels per the datasheet; incorrect MSEL strapping is a common cause of first-board failures. Additionally, unused I/O pins should be configured as tri-stated inputs with weak pull-up to avoid floating inputs causing extra ICCCIO current.

Estimated: the 240-PQFP package has a theta_JA of approximately 25 C/W with a JEDEC JESD51 test board and no airflow. At a worst-case total power dissipation of 1.2 W (0.7 W core + 0.5 W I/O), the junction temperature rise above ambient is approximately 30 C. The commercial-grade part (0C to +85C) is safe up to 70 C ambient; for industrial deployments in enclosed cabinets above 70 C ambient, consider the EP1C12Q240I7N variant rated to +100 C.

合规信息

RoHS
Compliant
REACH
Compliant
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
无铅
Yes
无卤
Unknown
冲突矿物
Compliant

RoHS and lead-free compliance per Intel/Altera product documentation. Halogen-free status not explicitly listed in retrieved distributor data; please verify with manufacturer datasheet if required for your application. AEC-Q100 does not apply to commercial-grade FPGAs; choose automotive-screened variants for vehicle applications.

数据核验日期: 2026-09-06 ——数据由 XAIPART 元器件工程团队核验和整理

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