EP20K30EQC208-3

The EP20K30EQC208-3 is an APEX-20K® Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) from Altera designed for commercial applications that require modest logic density, on-chip memory, and flexible I/O. This surface-mount FPGA integrates 1,200 logic elements, 24,576 bits of embedded RAM, and up to 125 I/O pins in a 208-BFQFP package.

With a core supply range of 1.71 V to 1.89 V and an operating temperature range of 0 °C to 85 °C, the device targets general-purpose embedded designs, prototyping, and control/logic glue applications where compact packaging and RoHS compliance are required.

Key Features

• Logic Capacity  Provides 1,200 logic elements (approximately 113,000 equivalent gates) to implement combinational and sequential logic functions.
• Embedded Memory  Includes 24,576 bits of on-chip RAM (approximately 0.025 Mbits) for small data buffers, FIFOs, and state-storage requirements.
• I/O Count  Up to 125 I/O pins to support parallel interfaces, control signals, and peripheral connectivity in compact system designs.
• Package and Mounting  208-BFQFP (208-PQFP, 28 × 28 mm footprint) surface-mount package for high-density PCB implementations.
• Power  Core supply voltage range of 1.71 V to 1.89 V to match system power rails and enable predictable power budgeting.
• Operating Conditions  Commercial-grade device rated for 0 °C to 85 °C operation and RoHS compliance for environmental standards.

Typical Applications

• Prototyping and Development  Use the FPGA for proof-of-concept designs and early hardware validation requiring reprogrammable logic and on-board RAM.
• Embedded Control  Implement control logic, state machines, and peripheral interfaces in compact embedded systems.
• I/O Expansion and Glue Logic  Consolidate discrete logic functions and interface bridging between different subsystems using the device’s available I/O and logic resources.
• Low- to Mid-density Digital Designs  Suitable for designs that need modest gate counts and embedded memory in a single-chip solution.

Unique Advantages

• Balanced Logic and Memory Mix  Combines 1,200 logic elements with 24,576 bits of RAM to support both control logic and small data buffering without external memory.
• High I/O Count in Compact Package  125 I/O pins in a 208-BFQFP package enable versatile interfacing while maintaining a manageable PCB footprint.
• Compact Surface-Mount Form Factor  The 28 × 28 mm PQFP-compatible package supports dense board layouts and automated assembly processes.
• Predictable Power Envelope  Defined core voltage range (1.71 V–1.89 V) simplifies power-supply design and integration into existing systems.
• Commercial Temperature Range  Rated for 0 °C to 85 °C operation to match typical consumer and commercial electronics environments.
• RoHS Compliant  Environmentally compliant manufacturing and materials for regulatory conformity.

Why Choose EP20K30EQC208-3?

The EP20K30EQC208-3 positions itself as a practical, compact FPGA option for designers who need a reliable mix of logic resources, embedded RAM, and a broad I/O count in a surface-mount PQFP package. Its commercial-temperature rating, modest power requirements, and RoHS compliance make it suitable for mainstream embedded and control applications.

Backed by Altera’s APEX-20K family pedigree, this FPGA delivers a straightforward platform for prototyping, I/O consolidation, and low- to mid-density digital designs where predictable behavior and easy PCB integration are priorities.

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