EP20K160EFC484-2N

The EP20K160EFC484-2N is an APEX-20KE family field-programmable gate array from Intel. It implements the APEX 20K MultiCore architecture with lookup-table (LUT) logic, product-term logic and embedded system blocks (ESBs) for memory and combinatorial functions.

With 6,400 logic elements, approximately 81,920 bits of embedded RAM, up to 316 user I/O and a compact 484-BBGA surface-mount package, this device targets general-purpose commercial designs that require integrated logic, embedded memory and flexible I/O in a low-voltage (1.71–1.89 V) platform.

Key Features

• MultiCore architecture  Integrates LUT logic, product-term logic and embedded system blocks (ESBs) to combine register-intensive and memory-oriented functions within the APEX 20K family.
• Logic capacity  6,400 logic elements and approximately 404,000 system gates (per device specification) for medium-density logic implementations.
• Embedded memory  Approximately 81,920 bits of on-chip RAM provided through ESBs for FIFOs, dual-port RAM and CAM-style functions.
• I/O and interface flexibility  316 user I/O pins with MultiVolt I/O support (series-level support for multiple I/O voltage levels) to interface with a variety of external devices and memory types.
• Clock management  Series-level features include support for up to four PLLs, a low-skew clock tree and programmable clock phase/delay controls for deterministic clocking.
• Low-voltage operation and power saving  Operates from 1.71 V to 1.89 V; APEX 20K devices include low-power design elements and ESB programmable power-saving modes.
• Package and mounting  484-BBGA package (supplier device package listed as 484-FBGA, 23×23) with surface-mount mounting for compact board implementation.
• Commercial temperature grade  Rated for 0 °C to 85 °C operation to meet general commercial application environments.
• Standards and compliance  RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Embedded systems and SOPC integration  Use the integrated ESBs and LUT logic for on-chip memory structures, protocol handling and system-on-programmable-chip designs.
• Memory interface controllers  Implement controllers and interfacing logic for external high-speed memories using the device's embedded RAM and flexible I/O.
• I/O-intensive control and bridging  With up to 316 user I/O pins and MultiVolt I/O support, deploy the device for protocol bridging, peripheral interfaces and bus logic.
• Clocked data paths and timing-critical logic  Leverage the device’s PLLs and low-skew clock architecture for deterministic timing in synchronous designs.

Unique Advantages

• Integrated logic and memory: The combination of 6,400 logic elements and ESB-based embedded RAM reduces external memory needs for many designs.
• Flexible I/O capability: Large I/O count and MultiVolt I/O support simplify interfacing to diverse voltage domains and external peripherals.
• Compact surface-mount package: The 484-BBGA/484-FBGA (23×23) package enables high-density board layouts while preserving I/O counts.
• Programmable clocking: Multiple PLLs and clock-control features allow designers to manage skew and create tailored clock domains on-chip.
• Commercial-grade reliability: Rated for 0 °C to 85 °C operation and RoHS compliant for mainstream electronic product development.
• Backed by a known vendor: Part of the APEX 20K family from Intel, aligning with documented family-level features and support resources.

Why Choose EP20K160EFC484-2N?

The EP20K160EFC484-2N positions itself for medium-density FPGA designs that require a balanced mix of logic, embedded memory and flexible I/O in a commercial-temperature, surface-mount package. Its APEX 20K family architecture supports integration of LUT-based logic and ESB memory functions, while series-level clocking and I/O capabilities enable a wide range of system-level implementations.

This device is well suited to design teams and product developers building embedded systems, memory interfaces and I/O-rich control logic who need predictable on-chip resources, low-voltage operation and a compact package form factor backed by Intel.

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