EP1C12Q240C6

The EP1C12Q240C6 is a Cyclone® series FPGA from Intel, delivered in a 240‑pin BFQFP package and designed for commercial-temperature applications. It provides 12,060 logic elements and approximately 0.24 Mbits of embedded RAM, targeting cost‑sensitive data‑path and control applications that need flexible programmable logic with on‑chip memory and clocking resources.

Built on the Cyclone family architecture, this device supports common high‑level FPGA capabilities including integrated RAM block resources and PLL clock management, making it suitable for a range of embedded and system‑level functions where programmability and integration reduce BOM and board complexity.

Key Features

• Logic Capacity — 12,060 logic elements for implementing combinational logic, state machines, and glue logic.
• Embedded Memory — 239,616 total RAM bits (approximately 0.24 Mbits) across on‑chip memory blocks to store buffers, FIFOs, and small data structures.
• M4K RAM Blocks — Device implements 52 M4K RAM blocks as part of the Cyclone architecture for structured memory allocation.
• Clocking Resources — Includes two PLLs for clock multiplication and phase shifting to support custom clock domains and timing strategies.
• GPIO — 173 user I/O pins available for interfacing to peripherals, sensors, and external devices.
• Power Supply — Core supply operated between 1.425 V and 1.575 V to match system power rails and regulator choices.
• Package & Mounting — 240‑BFQFP surface‑mount package; supplier device package listed as 240‑PQFP (32x32), suitable for standard SMT assembly.
• Operating Conditions — Commercial temperature grade with an operating range of 0 °C to 85 °C.
• Standards & I/O Support (family) — As a Cyclone family device, the series supports common I/O standards and high‑speed LVDS options (as defined for the Cyclone family).
• Compliance — RoHS compliant for environmental and lead‑free assembly requirements.

Typical Applications

• Embedded Control & Glue Logic — Implement protocol translators, bus arbitration, and custom control finite‑state machines where 12,060 logic elements provide the needed implementation density.
• Data Path Processing — Use on‑chip RAM and logic elements for buffering, simple packet processing, and data steering in mid‑range communication or industrial equipment.
• Peripheral Interfaces — Provide flexible I/O and timing adaptation between microcontrollers, memory interfaces, and ASSPs using available GPIO and PLL resources.
• Prototyping & Development — Suitable for board‑level prototypes and proof‑of‑concepts that require reprogrammable logic and embedded memory in a compact PQFP/BFQFP footprint.

Unique Advantages

• Balanced Logic and Memory: 12,060 logic elements paired with approximately 0.24 Mbits of embedded RAM provide a balanced resource set for mixed control and buffering tasks.
• Integrated Clocking: Two PLLs on‑chip enable flexible clock domain generation and phase adjustments without additional external components.
• Compact Package: 240‑pin BFQFP in a surface‑mount form factor supports dense PCB designs while maintaining a high I/O count.
• Commercial‑Grade Ready: Rated for 0 °C to 85 °C operation and RoHS compliant, suitable for a broad range of commercial electronics.
• Proven Family Features: As part of the Cyclone family, the device benefits from architecture features such as structured M4K RAM blocks and family‑level I/O standard support.

Why Choose EP1C12Q240C6?

The EP1C12Q240C6 delivers a practical balance of logic density, embedded memory, and clocking resources in a 240‑pin surface‑mount package for commercial applications. It is well suited for designers who need programmable logic to consolidate functions, adapt interfaces, and accelerate development without over‑specifying power or package size.

For teams building mid‑range embedded systems, communications peripherals, or prototype platforms, this Cyclone FPGA provides predictable electrical and thermal parameters (1.425–1.575 V core supply, 0–85 °C operation), RoHS compliance, and the series‑level capabilities of the Cyclone family to simplify integration and future design migration.

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