EP20K60EFC324-3N

The EP20K60EFC324-3N is an Altera APEX-20KE series Field Programmable Gate Array provided in a 324-ball BGA (19 × 19) surface-mount package. It offers a balanced set of on-chip resources in a compact package for commercial-grade designs.

Key device attributes include 2,560 logic elements, approximately 0.033 Mbits of embedded memory (32,768 total RAM bits), 196 I/O pins, and an estimated 162,000 gates. The device operates from a 1.71 V to 1.89 V supply and supports an operating temperature range of 0 °C to 85 °C. RoHS compliance is indicated.

Key Features

• Core Architecture  Field Programmable Gate Array (APEX-20KE series) in a compact, surface-mount BGA.
• Logic Capacity  2,560 logic elements enabling implementation of custom digital logic and mid-range designs; approximately 162,000 gates of logic density.
• Embedded Memory  32,768 total RAM bits (approximately 0.033 Mbits) for on-chip data buffering and state storage.
• I/O  196 user I/O pins to support multiple peripheral interfaces and system interconnects.
• Package & Mounting  324-ball FBGA (19 × 19) package designed for surface-mount PCB assembly in space-constrained boards.
• Power & Temperature  Single-supply operation from 1.71 V to 1.89 V and rated for a commercial operating range of 0 °C to 85 °C.
• Compliance  RoHS-compliant construction for regulatory and end-product considerations.

Typical Applications

• Custom digital processing  Use the device’s 2,560 logic elements and 162,000 gates to implement tailored digital functions and control logic.
• I/O-intensive interfaces  196 I/O pins provide flexibility for connecting multiple peripherals, sensors, and external logic domains.
• On-chip buffering and state storage  The 32,768-bit embedded memory supports local data buffering, small FIFOs, and state retention for finite-state machines.

Unique Advantages

• Balanced resource mix: A combination of 2,560 logic elements and 32,768 bits of RAM supports mid-range programmable logic tasks without excessive resource overprovisioning.
• High I/O count: 196 I/O pins enable direct interfacing to a wide range of peripherals and external logic, reducing the need for external expanders.
• Compact BGA footprint: The 324-BGA (19 × 19) package lets designers fit programmable logic into space-constrained PCB layouts.
• Low-voltage operation: 1.71 V to 1.89 V supply range suits designs that target modern low-voltage system rails.
• Commercial temperature rating: Rated for 0 °C to 85 °C, appropriate for standard commercial-environment electronic products.
• RoHS compliance: Environmentally compliant construction supports regulatory requirements for many markets.

Why Choose EP20K60EFC324-3N?

The EP20K60EFC324-3N positions itself as a compact, commercial-grade FPGA option within the APEX-20KE family, delivering a pragmatic mix of logic, embedded memory, and I/O in a 324-BGA package. Its specification set—2,560 logic elements, approximately 0.033 Mbits of on-chip RAM, 196 I/O pins, and a 1.71 V–1.89 V supply—makes it suitable for designers who require mid-range programmable logic in space- and power-constrained designs.

For teams focused on commercial applications where a balance of integration, I/O flexibility, and RoHS compliance matters, this device offers a clear, specification-driven choice that supports reliable, repeatable implementation across production runs.

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