EP2C50U484C8N

The EP2C50U484C8N is a Cyclone® II family FPGA providing a mid-range programmable fabric optimized for low-cost embedded processing and DSP-oriented designs. It delivers a large logic array, on-chip memory, and a broad I/O complement in a compact 484-FBGA package.

Typical use cases include embedded control, signal processing, and system glue logic where integration, configurable I/O, and commercial-temperature operation are required. Architectural elements referenced in the Cyclone II family—such as embedded multipliers, dedicated PLLs, and a global clock network—support common FPGA system functions.

Key Features

• Logic Capacity — 50,528 logic elements (LEs) for implementing complex combinational and sequential logic functions.
• Embedded Memory — Approximately 0.59 Mbits (594,432 bits) of on-chip RAM to support FIFOs, buffers, and small mapped memory blocks.
• I/O Resources — 294 user I/O pins to interface with peripherals, memory, and external devices; programmable drive strength and I/O features are provided by the Cyclone II architecture.
• Clocking and DSP Support — Cyclone II family features include a global clock network and PLLs, plus embedded multipliers for DSP and arithmetic acceleration (family-level capabilities referenced in the device handbook).
• Power — Core voltage supply range of 1.15 V to 1.25 V for device core operation.
• Package & Mounting — 484-FBGA (484-UBGA, 19×19) surface-mount package suitable for compact board layouts.
• Commercial Temperature Grade — Rated for operation from 0 °C to 85 °C.
• Standards & Compliance — RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Embedded Processing — Implement soft processors, protocol controllers, and system control logic using the device’s sizable logic array and embedded memory.
• Low-Cost DSP Solutions — Leverage embedded multipliers and on-chip memory for signal filtering, transforms, and other DSP tasks appropriate to the Cyclone II family.
• External Memory Interfacing — Use the device’s I/O complement and family-documented external memory interfacing features for buffering and memory controller functions.
• High-Speed I/O and Connectivity — Support differential and single-ended interfaces, leveraging the Cyclone II I/O structure for diverse peripheral interfacing.

Unique Advantages

• Substantial Logic Resource: 50,528 logic elements enable integration of multiple functions into a single device, reducing component count and board complexity.
• On-Chip Memory Capacity: Approximately 0.59 Mbits of embedded RAM provides local storage for buffering, FIFOs, and small memory-mapped structures without external memory.
• Flexible I/O Count: 294 I/O pins allow direct connections to peripherals and external devices, simplifying board-level design and routing.
• Family-Level DSP & Clocking Features: Cyclone II architecture resources—embedded multipliers and PLLs—support common DSP blocks and flexible clock management.
• Compact Surface-Mount Package: 484-FBGA (19×19) packaging supports dense PCB layouts while providing the device’s full I/O complement.
• Commercial-Grade Operation: Rated for 0 °C to 85 °C, appropriate for a wide range of commercial and consumer applications.

Why Choose EP2C50U484C8N?

The EP2C50U484C8N positions itself as a versatile, mid-range Cyclone II FPGA with the logic density, embedded memory, and I/O necessary to consolidate control, interfacing, and DSP tasks in a single programmable device. Its family-documented architecture—covering clock distribution, PLLs, embedded multipliers, and M4K memory routing—aligns with typical embedded and signal-processing workflows.

This device is suitable for design teams seeking a configurable solution with substantial on-chip resources and a compact 484-FBGA footprint, offering lifecycle advantages from platform scalability and the Cyclone II device handbook documentation.

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