EP20K60EBC356-2

The EP20K60EBC356-2 is a commercial-grade APEX-20KE® field programmable gate array (FPGA) from Altera. It provides a mid-density, reprogrammable logic fabric designed for digital logic implementation where integrated logic, embedded memory, and I/O capacity are required.

Key on-chip resources include 2,560 logic elements, 32,768 bits of embedded RAM, and 196 I/O pins. The device comes in a 356-LBGA (356-BGA, 35×35) package, operates from a 1.71 V to 1.89 V core supply, and is specified for commercial temperature operation from 0 °C to 85 °C.

Key Features

• Logic Capacity 2,560 logic elements for implementing custom digital logic and medium-complexity functions.
• Embedded Memory 32,768 bits of on-chip RAM (approximately 32.8 Kbits) to support buffering, small FIFOs, and state storage.
• I/O Count 196 user I/O pins to interface with external peripherals, sensors, and system buses.
• Gate Density Approximately 162,000 gates of overall device complexity for mapping a wide range of logic designs.
• Power and Supply Core voltage supply range of 1.71 V to 1.89 V for compatible system power rails.
• Package & Mounting 356-LBGA (356-BGA, 35×35) package in a surface-mount form factor suitable for compact board layouts.
• Temperature Range Commercial operating range from 0 °C to 85 °C for standard commercial applications.
• RoHS Compliance RoHS compliant for environmental and regulatory alignment.

Typical Applications

• Prototyping and Development Use as a reprogrammable platform for implementing and validating digital logic, state machines, and custom IP during design cycles.
• Control and Interface Logic Implement glue logic, protocol translation, and I/O aggregation where medium-density logic and plentiful I/O are required.
• Embedded System Integration Provide custom datapath elements, buffering, and peripheral interfacing in compact, surface-mount designs.

Unique Advantages

• Balanced Logic and Memory The combination of 2,560 logic elements and 32,768 bits of on-chip RAM supports mixed logic and small memory functions without external SRAM for many designs.
• High I/O Count in a Compact Package 196 I/O pins in a 356-LBGA package enable rich peripheral connectivity while keeping PCB footprint compact.
• Commercial-Grade Reliability Specified for 0 °C to 85 °C operation to meet standard commercial application requirements.
• Controlled Power Envelope Narrow core supply range (1.71 V–1.89 V) simplifies power-supply design and integration with compatible rails.
• Surface-Mount Convenience Surface-mount 356-LBGA packaging supports automated assembly and dense board layouts.

Why Choose EP20K60EBC356-2?

The EP20K60EBC356-2 is positioned as a mid-density, commercial FPGA suitable for designers who need a balanced mix of logic elements, embedded RAM, and a high I/O count in a compact BGA package. Its specifications make it appropriate for a wide range of commercial digital logic tasks where reprogrammability and on-chip resources reduce external component count.

This device is a practical choice for development teams and product designers looking for a commercially graded FPGA solution that combines integration, moderate gate density, and straightforward thermal and power requirements.

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