EP1C6T144C6

The EP1C6T144C6 is an Intel Cyclone® family FPGA in a 144-pin LQFP surface-mount package, offering a mid-range integration point for board-level digital logic. It combines approximately 5,980 logic elements with on‑chip RAM and flexible I/O to address data-path applications, memory interfacing, and system glue logic.

Built on the Cyclone device architecture, this device targets commercial applications that require moderate logic density, embedded RAM, and support for common high-speed I/O and memory interfaces while operating within standard commercial temperature and voltage ranges.

Key Features

• Logic Capacity  Provides 5,980 logic elements for implementing combinational and sequential logic, state machines, and custom datapaths.
• Embedded Memory  Includes 92,160 bits of on-chip RAM (approximately 0.092 Mbits) to support FIFOs, buffers, and small on‑chip data storage.
• I/O Resources  98 user I/O pins available for interfacing with external devices, buses, and peripherals.
• Cyclone Architecture  Part of the Cyclone family; supports features described for the family such as PLLs for clocking and interfaces suitable for DDR memory and common I/O standards.
• Package & Mounting  144-LQFP, surface-mount package (supplier package listed as 144-TQFP 20×20) for compact PCB integration.
• Power Supply  Core supply range specified at 1.425 V to 1.575 V to match Cyclone device operating conditions.
• Operating Range & Grade  Commercial grade device rated for 0 °C to 85 °C operating temperature.
• RoHS Compliant  Manufactured to meet RoHS environmental compliance requirements.

Typical Applications

• Data-path processing  Implement packet processing, custom arithmetic pipelines, and mid-speed signal processing using the available logic and on-chip RAM.
• Memory interface logic  Support DDR SDRAM and other external memory interfaces when used with the Cyclone family configuration and interface resources.
• System glue and interface bridging  Act as glue logic between ASSP/ASIC devices and peripherals, leveraging plentiful user I/O and Cyclone family I/O standards support.
• Board-level prototyping and OEM integration  Compact LQFP package and surface-mount mounting make the device suitable for prototype and production PCBs requiring commercial temperature operation.

Unique Advantages

• Balanced logic and memory  The combination of ~5,980 logic elements and 92,160 bits of RAM supports a wide range of mid-complexity designs without external FPGA fabric.
• Flexible I/O count  98 I/O pins enable direct interfacing to multiple peripherals and system buses, reducing the need for external I/O expanders.
• Compact surface-mount package  144-LQFP package simplifies PCB layout for space-constrained applications while keeping leaded package assembly options.
• Commercial operating profile  Designed for 0 °C to 85 °C operation and a defined core voltage range, providing predictable behavior for commercial product designs.
• RoHS compliance  Environmentally compliant construction supports modern manufacturing and procurement requirements.

Why Choose EP1C6T144C6?

EP1C6T144C6 positions itself as a practical Cyclone family FPGA for designers who need a mid-density, commercially rated programmable device with on‑chip RAM and substantial I/O in a compact 144-LQFP footprint. Its specification set—5,980 logic elements, 92,160 bits of embedded RAM, defined core voltage range, and 0 °C to 85 °C operating temperature—makes it suitable for data-path, memory interface, and system integration tasks where predictable commercial-grade performance is required.

As a Cyclone family device from Intel, it aligns with the Cyclone architecture and ecosystem, enabling designers to leverage family-level capabilities for clocking and I/O standards while maintaining a straightforward BOM and compact board-level integration.

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