EP2A40F1020C6N - APEX II 40K LE FPGA, 1020-FBGA | Altera
料号： EP2A40F1020C6N ✗ 停产| 数量 | 单价 | 小计 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $285 | $285.00 |
| 10 | $262.5 | $2,625.00 |
| 100 | $235 | $23,500.00 |
| 500 | $215 | $107,500.00 |
| 1,000 | $198 | $198,000.00 |
EP2A40F1020C6N 概述
An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a type of programmable logic device that lets designers implement arbitrary digital logic through a configuration bitstream rather than masked silicon. APEX II sits within the broader taxonomy of CPLD/FPGA > programmable logic > logic IC > integrated circuit. Compared with older CPLDs, FPGAs like the APEX II family provide register-rich datapaths and on-chip memory, while remaining reprogrammable in-system via JTAG.
Key features include 40,000 logic elements, 655,360 bits of embedded RAM, dedicated MultiCore multipliers for DSP, and support for multiple I/O standards including LVTTL, LVCMOS, PCI, SSTL, and LVDS. The device is powered by a 1.5 V core supply and offers user-selectable I/O voltages, with hot-socketing support for live insertion applications.
The APEX II architecture combines four types of structured ASIC blocks — LUTs, product-term logic, dual-port RAM, and high-speed MultiCore multipliers — on a single die. This heterogeneous fabric allows the EP2A40 to accelerate datapath-intensive designs (e.g., FFTs, FIR filters, packet processors) while still handling glue logic and state machines efficiently. The LUT-based elements operate at core speeds well into the 100+ MHz range in typical designs.
Typical applications include high-speed telecom interface cards, ASIC prototyping, custom DSP front-ends, broadcast video processing, and industrial control systems requiring large I/O counts. Its 735 user I/O also suit backplane bridging, where many buses must be observed or driven simultaneously.
Designers should plan for the 1020-ball FBGA as a fine-pitch (likely 1.27 mm or 1.0 mm pitch) package requiring multilayer PCB with buried vias, controlled-impedance traces, and matched-length routing for LVDS/clock pairs. Power-rail sequencing and decoupling follow standard Altera APEX II reference designs.
This page consolidates distributor availability, APEX II same-family drop-in alternatives, and design considerations not found in the original 99-page Altera APEX II datasheet — useful when the original part is in tight supply.
直接替换替代料： EP2A40F1020C6N ——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： EP2A40F1020C6N （相同外形与封装尺寸） ——差异在于 Package, Process Technology, Operating Temperature, System Gates, Speed Grade.
快速对比工具——选择替代料号进行并排对比：
EP2A40F1020C6
✅ 直接替换✓ 有现货
$149 / 个
查看数据手册 →EP2A40F1020C8ES
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$185.25 / 个
查看数据手册 →EP2A40F1020C9
✅ 直接替换 ⚠️ 规格未核验✓ 有现货
$160 / 个
查看数据手册 →EP2A25F1020C8ES
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查看数据手册 →EP2A40F1020C6N 最大额定值与电气特性
| Series | APEX II |
| Family | APEX II (EP2A) |
| Logic Elements | 40,000 |
| Embedded RAM Bits | 655,360 bits |
| User I/O Pins | 735 |
| 封装 | FBGA-1020 |
| Core Voltage | 1.5 V (typical) |
| Speed Grade | C6 |
| Process Technology | 0.15 µm |
| MultiCore Multipliers | Yes (DSP blocks) |
| Configuration Method | JTAG / Passive Serial |
| I/O Standards Supported | LVTTL, LVCMOS, PCI, SSTL, LVDS |
| Dual-Port RAM | Yes (embedded) |
| RoHS 状态 | unknown |
| 安装类型 | Surface Mount (BGA) |
EP2A40F1020C6N fbga-1020 引脚配置指南
EP2A40F1020C6N（fbga-1020 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。
暂无详细引脚数据： EP2A40F1020C6N.
请参阅 数据手册 以查看完整引脚配置。
典型应用
EP2A40F1020C6N 适用于 6 应用s: ASIC Prototyping, High-Speed Telecom Interface Cards, Custom DSP Front-Ends, Broadcast Video Processing, Industrial Control and Backplane Bridging, Test & Measurement Instrumentation.
ASIC Prototyping
The EP2A40F1020C6N's 40,000 logic elements and 655,360 bits of embedded dual-port RAM make it a strong fit for ASIC prototyping where a target ASIC must be mapped onto programmable logic. The LUT/dual-port-RAM/MultiCore-mixer fabric mirrors many ASIC datapath structures, allowing designers to validate RTL behavior at near-ASIC clock rates. With 735 user I/O, even I/O-heavy ASIC designs (multiple memory buses, parallel interfaces) can be brought onto a single device. Placed on a standard 1020-FBGA carrier PCB, the EP2A40 lets prototype bring-up proceed in parallel with backend ASIC tape-out, shrinking development schedules.
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High-Speed Telecom Interface Cards
Telecom line cards demand many I/O for parallel TDM buses, status/control signals, and backplane interfaces — exactly where the EP2A40F1020C6N's 735 user I/O and LVDS/LVCMOS/PCI/SSTL support excel. MultiCore multipliers accelerate V.42bis, Reed-Solomon, or convolutional coding blocks, while dual-port RAM provides packet buffers and elastic stores. Operating from a 1.5 V core, the device fits within typical telecom blade power budgets and supports hot-socketing for live line-card replacement. The 1020-FBGA package's high pin density suits the compact ATCA/AMC form factors used in central-office equipment.
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Custom DSP Front-Ends
The MultiCore multipliers and embedded dual-port RAM in the EP2A40F1020C6N accelerate FIR filters, FFTs, and adaptive equalizers. With 40K logic elements, designers can pipeline several filter stages or instantiate parallel FFT engines; 655 Kbits of RAM holds coefficient tables and twiddle factors. The 1020-FBGA package's matched-length routing capability is critical for LVDS ADC/DAC interfaces used in software-defined radio and instrumentation. Operating at typical 100+ MHz internal rates, the device comfortably handles video-rate DSP and intermediate-frequency signal processing for wireless infrastructure.
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Broadcast Video Processing
Broadcast video processing engines demand parallel pixel pipelines operating at 27-148.5 MHz, and the EP2A40F1020C6N's 40K logic elements plus 735 user I/O comfortably accommodate SDI input/output, de-interlacers, scalers, and color-space converters on a single die. Embedded dual-port RAM acts as line buffers and frame-store, while MultiCore multipliers handle scaling and chroma-keying blends. The wide I/O count allows direct connection to multiple parallel video buses without external muxing. The 1020-FBGA package supports controlled-impedance routing required for SDI at 270 Mbps and HD-SDI at 1.485 Gbps.
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Industrial Control and Backplane Bridging
Industrial backplanes often combine legacy parallel buses (VME, ISA, custom), modern serial links, and many discrete GPIO, and the EP2A40F1020C6N's 735 user I/O make it a natural bridging hub. The 40K logic elements handle bus protocol translation, while embedded dual-port RAM buffers data between domains. The 1.5 V core and SSTL I/O support give clean signal integrity for industrial-grade backplanes with moderate switching noise. Hot-socketing capability enables field-replaceable modules, and the 1020-FBGA package's mechanical stability suits vibration-prone environments when properly PCB-mounted.
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Test & Measurement Instrumentation
ATE and bench instruments need a flexible logic core to implement custom protocols, stimulus generation, and result capture, and the EP2A40F1020C6N fits well with 40K logic elements, 655 Kbits of RAM for pattern storage, and 735 I/O for high-pin-count DUT interfaces. MultiCore multipliers accelerate DSP-based measurements such as FFT analysis or RMS computation. JTAG configuration simplifies lab bring-up, and the 1020-FBGA package's high pin count keeps external bus-switching ICs to a minimum. Long-term availability concerns from the obsolete lifecycle status are mitigated by stocking and broker supply chains.
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推荐产品汇总
工程参考数据： EP2A40F1020C6N ——对比、设计指导和合规信息。
选型指南
与替代料对比
| 参数 | 本产品 | EP2A40F1020C6 | EP2A40F1020C8ES | EP2A40F1020C9 | EP2A25F1020C8ES |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Altera (Intel FPGA legacy) | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera |
| Package | FBGA-1020 | FBGA-1020 - same | FBGA-1020 - same | FBGA-1020 - same | FBGA-1020 - same |
| Logic Elements | 40,000 | 40,000 | 40,000 | 40,000 | 25,000 (-37.5%) |
| Embedded RAM Bits | 655,360 | 655,360 | 655,360 | 655,360 | 409,600 |
| User I/O Pins | 735 | 735 | 735 | 735 | 735 |
| Speed Grade | C6 | C6 | C8 (slower bin) | C9 (faster bin) | C8 |
| Lifecycle Status | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete |
关键差异点
- Highest logic element density in APEX II family （对比 EP2A25F1020C8ES)
- C6 speed grade balances speed and power （对比 EP2A40F1020C9)
- 'N' suffix indicates lead-free / RoHS-compliant finish （对比 EP2A40F1020C6)
设计说明
The 1020-ball FBGA package on the EP2A40F1020C6N requires multilayer PCB with buried and blind vias, controlled-impedance traces, and matched-length routing for LVDS/clock pairs. Use at minimum a 6-layer stackup with dedicated ground and power planes; for full 735-I/O utilization, an 8- or 10-layer stackup is recommended. Ball pitch and exact keep-out dimensions must be taken from the Altera APEX II package specification, not generic FBGA assumptions — pitch and ball diameter vary by device speed grade and assembly house capability.
Estimated: based on a typical APEX II 40K-LE design at 100 MHz core, plan for 3-5 W core power at 1.5 V plus I/O power proportional to switching activity. Provide at least 4-6 bulk 100 µF tantalum or polymer capacitors plus 0.1 µF and 0.01 µF ceramic decoupling per 10-20 balls. Implement a proper power-up sequence (1.5 V core before VCCIO, or per Altera's recommended sequence) to avoid latch-up; an LTC/simple-sequencer IC or FPGA-supervisor is recommended for production boards.
Because the EP2A40F1020C6N is obsolete, do not design it into new production runs without a long-term stocking agreement from a broker — supply volatility is high. Verify each shipment's date/lot code against Altera/Intel authorized distributor records to avoid counterfeit risk; the obsolete status makes it a frequent target. New designs should target Cyclone V/10, Stratix 10, or Agilex families with pin-compatible footprints via Altera's migration guides.
Estimated: for the 1020-FBGA package with typical APEX II power dissipation of 3-5 W, plan thermal dissipation through the PCB rather than a heatsink. Use thermal vias under the BGA (per the package datasheet's thermal-ball pattern), copper pours on top/bottom layers, and a minimum of 4-layer stackup with continuous ground planes. Junction-to-ambient thermal resistance (theta_JA) of the 1020-FBGA is on the order of 15-20 C/W on a typical 8-layer board; verify with the package-specific thermal model from Altera for production design.
合规信息
Lead-free per the 'N' suffix in the ordering code. RoHS compliance is inferred from the N designation; explicit Altera/Intel RoHS certificate was not located in the verified web data.
