EP1C12F256C8

The EP1C12F256C8 is a Cyclone® family SRAM-based FPGA offering 12,060 logic elements and on-chip memory suitable for data-path applications and system interfacing. As a commercial-grade device in a compact 256-FBGA (17×17) package, it combines mid-range logic density with flexible I/O and clocking resources for embedded system and prototyping use.

Designed within the Cyclone device family, this part provides integrated PLLs and support for common I/O standards and external memory interfaces, making it well suited to applications that require configurable logic, memory buffering, and a variety of I/O signaling options.

Key Features

• Logic Resources  12,060 logic elements provide the core programmable fabric for custom logic, state machines, and signal processing tasks.
• Embedded Memory  Approximately 0.24 Mbits of on-chip RAM (239,616 total bits) for data buffering, FIFOs, and local storage.
• I/O Capacity  185 user I/O pins support diverse board-level interfacing and signal routing requirements.
• Clocking  Two PLLs per device enable clock multiplication and phase shifting for complex timing architectures.
• I/O Standards and Interfaces  Family-level support includes LVTTL, LVCMOS, SSTL-2, SSTL-3, LVDS (high-speed and low-speed modes), and support for 66- and 33-MHz, 64- and 32-bit PCI signaling, enabling flexible system interfacing.
• Memory Interface Support  Support for external memory types such as DDR SDRAM, FCRAM, and SDR SDRAM (as part of Cyclone family capabilities) for expanding system memory bandwidth.
• Package  256-FBGA (17×17) surface-mount package provides a space-efficient footprint for board-level integration.
• Power  Nominal supply range of 1.425 V to 1.575 V aligning with the Cyclone family’s 1.5-V process.
• Commercial Temperature Range  Rated for 0 °C to 85 °C operation and supplied as a commercial-grade device.
• Compliance  RoHS compliant for modern manufacturing and regulatory requirements.

Typical Applications

• Data-Path Processing  Custom datapath implementations, protocol bridging, and hardware-accelerated functions that leverage the 12,060 logic elements and embedded RAM.
• Memory Interface Bridging  Controller and buffering logic for external memory (DDR SDRAM, FCRAM, SDRAM) integration in mid-range systems.
• High-Speed I/O and SerDes-Like Links  LVDS-capable interfaces for high-speed differential data reception and transmission in acquisition and communication modules.
• System Integration and PCI Interfacing  Peripheral and host interfacing using supported PCI clock/data configurations and flexible I/O standards.

Unique Advantages

• Balanced Logic and Memory:  12,060 logic elements paired with approximately 0.24 Mbits of on-chip RAM deliver a balanced resource mix for control and buffering tasks.
• Flexible Clocking:  Two integrated PLLs enable robust clock domain management, useful for multi-rate designs and timing closure.
• Broad I/O Support:  Support for multiple I/O standards — including LVTTL, LVCMOS, SSTL, and LVDS — simplifies board-level interfacing with legacy and modern components.
• Compact Package:  The 256-FBGA (17×17) package reduces PCB real estate while providing a high I/O count for dense connectivity.
• Commercial Temperature and RoHS Compliance:  Rated for 0 °C to 85 °C and RoHS compliant to meet common manufacturing and deployment requirements.

Why Choose EP1C12F256C8?

The EP1C12F256C8 positions itself as a mid-density Cyclone FPGA that blends substantial programmable logic with embedded RAM and flexible I/O in a compact BGA package. Its feature set supports a range of embedded and system-level designs that require reconfigurable logic, memory interfacing, and multiple signaling standards.

This device is well suited for teams developing data-path functions, protocol bridges, or system interface logic that benefit from field programmability, integrated clocking, and a controlled commercial temperature rating. The Cyclone family heritage and documented device characteristics provide a predictable platform for migration and system scaling.

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