EP1C6F256C7NAB

The EP1C6F256C7NAB is an Intel Cyclone® family FPGA offering a mid-range programmable logic solution optimized for data-path and system interfacing tasks. It combines 5,980 logic elements with embedded RAM and flexible I/O to address applications that require deterministic, reconfigurable hardware resources.

Built on the Cyclone architecture, this device supports integrated clock management and a variety of I/O standards, and is supplied in a compact 256-pin FineLine BGA package. Its electrical and thermal specifications support typical commercial embedded designs.

Key Features

• Core Logic  5,980 logic elements provide reconfigurable compute resources for custom data-paths, control logic, and glue logic.
• Embedded Memory  Approximately 0.092 Mbits (92,160 bits) of on-chip RAM for buffering, small FIFOs, and local storage.
• I/O Capacity and Standards  Up to 185 user I/O pins to interface with peripherals and external devices; device family supports LVTTL, LVCMOS, SSTL-2, SSTL-3 and LVDS I/O standards.
• Clocking and Timing  Up to two integrated PLLs for clock multiplication and phase shifting to support complex timing and multi-clock designs.
• Power and Voltage  Nominal core supply range 1.425 V to 1.575 V to match Cyclone family power requirements.
• Package and Mounting  Surface-mount 256-pin FineLine BGA (256-FBGA, 17 × 17 mm) offering a compact footprint for space-constrained boards.
• Operating Range & Compliance  Commercial-grade operating temperature 0 °C to 85 °C and RoHS-compliant manufacturing.

Typical Applications

• Data-path processing  Use the programmable logic and embedded RAM for custom packet handling, protocol processing, and low-latency datapaths.
• Memory interface and buffering  Implement DDR/SDR memory controllers and intermediate FIFOs leveraging on-chip RAM and available clock management.
• Peripheral bridging and interface glue  Bridge between ASSPs, ASICs, and microcontrollers using the device's abundant I/O and support for common signaling standards.
• High-speed serial and parallel I/O  Utilize LVDS-capable I/O and multiple pins for multi-lane links, sensor interfaces, and board-level high-speed signaling.

Unique Advantages

• Right-sized logic density: 5,980 logic elements provide a balance of capacity and cost for mid-range FPGA designs without overprovisioning.
• On-chip memory for immediate buffering: Approximately 92,160 bits of embedded RAM reduce the need for external memory in many control and buffering tasks.
• Flexible I/O and signaling: 185 user I/O pins and support for multiple standards enable straightforward integration with a wide range of peripherals and memory devices.
• Integrated clock resources: Two PLLs allow local clock generation and phase control, simplifying multi-clock and timing-critical designs.
• Compact BGA packaging: 256-FBGA (17 × 17 mm) supports high pin density in a small footprint for board-space constrained applications.
• Commercial and RoHS compliant: Commercial-grade temperature range (0 °C to 85 °C) and RoHS compliance for standard embedded product lines.
• Supported device family ecosystem: Part of the Cyclone family with documented architecture and tool support for common IP and design flows.

Why Choose EP1C6F256C7NAB?

The EP1C6F256C7NAB delivers a practical combination of reprogrammable logic, embedded memory, and flexible I/O in a compact 256-FBGA package—well suited for designers building mid-range data-paths, memory interfaces, and interface bridging solutions. Its clocking resources and I/O standard support make it adaptable to a variety of timing and signaling requirements.

This Cyclone device is positioned for customers seeking a commercially graded, RoHS-compliant FPGA with established family architecture and tool-level support, enabling scalable designs with clear migration paths across the Cyclone family.

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