EP2C20F484C6

The EP2C20F484C6 is a Cyclone® II field programmable gate array (FPGA) from Intel, offering a balanced combination of logic density, embedded memory, and I/O for low-cost embedded processing and DSP-focused designs. Built on the Cyclone II device family architecture, it targets applications that require moderate logic resources, on-chip RAM, and flexible I/O in a compact 484-ball BGA package.

Key attributes include 18,752 logic elements, approximately 0.24 Mbits of embedded memory, 315 user I/O pins, a 484-FBGA (23×23) package, and a 1.15–1.25 V core supply operating across a commercial temperature range of 0 °C to 85 °C.

Key Features

• Core Logic Capacity  18,752 logic elements provide the programmable fabric required for combinational and sequential logic implementation in embedded control and DSP tasks.
• Embedded Memory  Approximately 0.24 Mbits of on-chip RAM (239,616 total RAM bits) for buffering, FIFOs, and small on-chip data storage.
• I/O Resources  315 user I/O pins support a wide range of interfacing needs and external device connectivity.
• Clocking and Timing  Cyclone II family architecture includes a global clock network and PLL support for flexible clock distribution and phase-locked loop clock management.
• Embedded DSP Support  Family-level support for embedded multipliers and DSP-oriented routing helps implement arithmetic and signal-processing functions efficiently.
• Configuration & Test  JTAG boundary-scan and standard Cyclone II configuration/testing features are supported for device programming and validation.
• Package & Mounting  484-ball FBGA (23×23) surface-mount package provides a compact footprint suitable for space-constrained PCBs.
• Power & Temperature  Core supply range of 1.15 V to 1.25 V and a commercial operating temperature range of 0 °C to 85 °C.
• Environmental Compliance  RoHS-compliant manufacturing status.

Typical Applications

• Low-Cost Embedded Processing  Implement microcontroller-like control logic, peripheral glue, and custom state machines within embedded systems while minimizing external components.
• DSP and Signal Processing  Use the device’s embedded multipliers and on-chip memory for small to medium-scale digital signal-processing tasks.
• High-Density I/O Interfacing  Leverage 315 I/O pins for sensor aggregation, parallel interfaces, and external memory/controller interfacing in compact systems.
• Prototyping and Custom Logic  Rapidly implement and iterate custom logic blocks, IP cores, and peripheral interfaces for evaluation and production designs.

Unique Advantages

• Highly integrated programmable fabric: 18,752 logic elements combined with on-chip RAM reduce dependency on external logic and memory for many embedded functions.
• Balanced DSP capability: Family-level embedded multipliers and routing support enable efficient implementation of arithmetic and signal-processing blocks.
• Generous I/O count in a compact package: 315 user I/Os in a 484-FBGA (23×23) package provide interface density while conserving board area.
• Commercial-temperature operation: Rated for 0 °C to 85 °C, suitable for standard commercial electronics deployments.
• Standard configuration and test support: Boundary-scan and Cyclone II configuration features simplify programming, validation, and in-system testing.
• RoHS compliant: Manufactured to meet current RoHS environmental requirements.

Why Choose EP2C20F484C6?

The EP2C20F484C6 positions itself as a practical Cyclone II FPGA option for designers seeking a middle ground between logic density, embedded memory, and I/O capability in a compact BGA package. Its combination of 18,752 logic elements, approximately 0.24 Mbits of embedded RAM, and family-level DSP and clocking features make it suitable for cost-conscious embedded processing and signal-processing designs.

This device is well suited for engineering teams developing products that require flexible programmability, a substantial I/O count, and on-chip resources to minimize external components. As part of the Cyclone II device family, it benefits from the documented architecture and configuration features that support development, testing, and production deployment.

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