EP1C3T144C8GA

The EP1C3T144C8GA is an Intel Cyclone® family SRAM-based FPGA offered in a 144-pin LQFP package. It delivers a compact, commercially graded FPGA option with a balance of logic capacity, embedded memory, and I/O suitable for cost-sensitive data-path and embedded applications.

Built on the Cyclone device architecture, this device combines 2,910 logic elements, on-chip RAM, a dedicated PLL, and support for multiple I/O standards to address interfacing, clocking and moderate-density logic integration needs in consumer and industrial-commercial designs.

Key Features

• Core Logic — 2,910 logic elements provide programmable logic resources for combinational and sequential functions.
• Embedded Memory — Approximately 0.06 Mbits (59,904 bits) of on-chip RAM for data buffering and small memory structures.
• Clocking — Integrated PLL resources (1 PLL) to support clock multiplication and phase adjustment for on-chip timing requirements.
• I/O Capacity & Standards — Up to 104 user I/O pins available; device family supports common I/O standards including LVTTL, LVCMOS, SSTL-2/SSTL-3 and LVDS (as described in the Cyclone family documentation).
• Package & Mounting — 144-pin LQFP package (supplier device package listed as 144-TQFP 20×20) in a surface-mount form factor for PCB assembly.
• Power Supply — Core supply range of 1.425 V to 1.575 V aligned with the Cyclone 1.5-V process.
• Operating Range & Grade — Commercial grade device rated for 0 °C to 85 °C operation.
• Compliance — RoHS compliant for regulatory and environmental considerations.

Typical Applications

• Data-path processing — Implement moderate-density data-path logic and control functions where compact FPGA resources are required.
• Memory interface bridging — Use the embedded RAM and PLL clocking to assist interfacing with external memory subsystems such as DDR SDRAM (as supported by the Cyclone family).
• High-speed serial I/O — Leverage family support for LVDS and other I/O standards for board-level high-speed signaling and differential links.
• Peripheral and bus interfacing — Implement 33/66 MHz PCI-class interfacing and other bus bridges supported by Cyclone family features.

Unique Advantages

• Compact programmable fabric: 2,910 logic elements provide a practical balance of integration for small-to-medium designs, reducing external glue logic.
• On-chip RAM for buffering: Nearly 60kbits of embedded memory supports local data storage and state machines without requiring immediate external RAM.
• Single PLL for flexible clocking: Integrated PLL enables on-chip clock multiplication and phase adjustments to simplify timing architectures.
• Broad I/O support: Family-level support for multiple I/O standards enables flexible interfacing with a variety of peripherals and signaling levels.
• Surface-mount LQFP package: 144-pin package provides a balance of I/O count and board-level footprint suitable for compact PCBs.
• Regulatory readiness: RoHS compliance supports environmental and manufacturing requirements.

Why Choose EP1C3T144C8GA?

The EP1C3T144C8GA positions itself as a practical Cyclone FPGA option for designers needing moderate logic density, on-chip memory, and flexible I/O in a commercial-grade, surface-mount package. Its 2,910 logic elements, approximately 59,904 bits of embedded RAM, and integrated PLL make it well suited for board-level data-path functions, memory interfacing and moderate-speed serial links.

Designed as part of the Cyclone family, this device benefits from architecture-appropriate features and ecosystem resources, making it a suitable choice for teams developing compact, cost-conscious FPGA-based solutions that require reliable performance within a 0 °C to 85 °C operating window.

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