EP20K160ETC144-1X

The EP20K160ETC144-1X is a commercial-grade APEX 20K programmable logic device featuring a MultiCore architecture that integrates look-up table (LUT) logic, product-term logic and embedded system blocks (ESB) for memory and combinatorial functions. It delivers a compact, configurable FPGA solution with 6,400 logic elements, approximately 81,920 bits of on-chip RAM and 88 user I/O pins in a 144-LQFP surface-mount package.

This device targets commercial embedded designs that require programmable logic, on-chip memory for buffering or CAM functions, and flexible clocking and I/O capabilities for interfacing with external memories and high-speed peripherals.

Key Features

• Core Architecture MultiCore architecture integrating LUT logic, product-term logic and embedded system blocks (ESBs) for both register-intensive and combinatorial functions.
• Logic Capacity 6,400 logic elements and approximately 404,000 system gates suitable for mid-density programmable logic implementations.
• Embedded Memory Approximately 81,920 bits of on-chip RAM implemented in ESBs, usable for FIFOs, dual-port RAM and CAMs without reducing available logic.
• I/O 88 user I/O pins with MultiVolt support for 1.8 V, 2.5 V, 3.3 V and 5.0 V signaling, programmable output slew-rate and individual tri-state control.
• Clock Management Up to four phase-locked loops (PLLs), built-in low-skew clock tree and features such as ClockLock, ClockBoost and ClockShift for flexible phase and frequency control.
• High-speed Interfaces Support for high-speed external memories including DDR SDRAM and ZBT SRAM, LVDS performance and PCI Local Bus compatibility at 3.3 V operation.
• Package & Mounting 144-LQFP (supplier device package: 144-TQFP 20×20) in a surface-mount form factor for standard PCB assembly.
• Power & Temperature Internal supply range specified at 1.71 V to 1.89 V and a commercial operating temperature range of 0°C to 85°C; designed for low-power operation.
• Compliance RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Memory Interface Controllers Implement DDR SDRAM or ZBT SRAM interfaces with on-chip ESBs for buffering and timing-critical data paths.
• High-speed I/O and Bus Bridging Bridge between different voltage domains and bus standards using MultiVolt I/O and PCI-compatible signaling.
• Embedded Data Buffering and Lookup Use ESBs to implement FIFOs, dual-port RAM or CAM for local buffering and quick lookup functions in embedded systems.
• Clock-Critical Logic Designs requiring precise clock multiplication, division and phase control can leverage multiple PLLs and clock-management features.

Unique Advantages

• Highly integrated MultiCore architecture: Combines LUT logic, product-term logic and ESBs to reduce external component needs and simplify board-level design.
• Substantial on-chip memory: Approximately 81,920 bits of embedded RAM supports local buffering and memory functions without immediate external memory dependency.
• Flexible and precise clocking: Up to four PLLs plus ClockLock, ClockBoost and ClockShift features enable low-skew, multiply/divide and phase-shifting capabilities.
• Versatile I/O support: 88 I/O pins with MultiVolt capability and programmable output characteristics to interface across a wide range of peripherals and memory devices.
• Commercial system readiness: Specified 0°C to 85°C operating range and RoHS compliance for commercial deployments.

Why Choose EP20K160ETC144-1X?

The EP20K160ETC144-1X delivers a balanced mix of logic density, embedded memory and flexible I/O/clock resources within the APEX 20K family, making it well suited for commercial embedded projects that require configurable logic, local memory and robust clocking. Its 144-LQFP surface-mount package and RoHS compliance facilitate integration into standard PCB assemblies.

As part of the APEX 20K programmable logic family, this device offers a clear upgrade path to other family members for designs that may scale in capacity or require additional on-chip resources.

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