EP2C8Q208C7N

The EP2C8Q208C7N is an Intel Cyclone II family FPGA delivering a balanced mix of logic, embedded memory, and I/O for cost-sensitive commercial designs. It implements the Cyclone II architecture and is targeted at low-cost embedded processing and DSP-focused applications described in the Cyclone II device handbook.

With 8,256 logic elements, approximately 0.166 Mbits of on-chip RAM and 138 general-purpose I/O pins, this device supports compact custom logic, interface bridging and signal processing tasks while operating from a 1.15 V to 1.25 V core supply in a 208-BFQFP surface-mount package.

Key Features

• Core Logic  8,256 logic elements provide programmable fabric for custom digital functions and control logic.
• Embedded Memory  Approximately 165,888 bits (≈0.166 Mbits) of on-chip RAM for small data buffers, FIFOs and state storage.
• I/O  138 user I/O pins accommodate multiple parallel interfaces, GPIO and mixed-signal front-end connections.
• Clocking & DSP Primitives  Cyclone II family documentation describes a global clock network, PLLs and embedded multiplier resources suitable for timing distribution and DSP acceleration.
• Power  Low-voltage core operation with a supply range of 1.15 V to 1.25 V for integration into modern low-voltage systems.
• Package & Mounting  208-BFQFP (28 × 28 mm) surface-mount package for standard PCB assembly and compact board layouts.
• Commercial Grade & Temperature  Rated for commercial operation from 0 °C to 85 °C for use in typical commercial product environments.
• Compliance  RoHS-compliant construction for regulatory and environmental alignment.

Typical Applications

• Embedded Processing  Low-cost embedded control and protocol handling where programmable logic and on-chip memory enable custom state machines and control paths.
• DSP Acceleration  Signal processing blocks and arithmetic acceleration leveraging the Cyclone II family’s embedded multiplier and clocking resources for low-cost DSP tasks.
• Interface Bridging  Protocol conversion, parallel/serial interface aggregation and custom I/O handling using the device’s 138 I/O pins.
• Prototyping & Development  Platform for evaluating custom logic implementations and validating control or signal-processing designs in commercial-temperature applications.

Unique Advantages

• Balanced integration: Combines 8,256 logic elements with embedded RAM and multiplier/clock resources to minimize external components and simplify BOM.
• Flexible I/O capacity: 138 user I/Os let designers implement multi-interface systems without external multiplexing or expanders.
• Low-voltage core: 1.15 V–1.25 V supply aligns with contemporary low-voltage system architectures and power budgets.
• Compact, surface-mount package: 208-BFQFP package supports dense PCB layouts and standard SMT assembly processes.
• Documented family features: Backed by the Cyclone II device handbook covering architecture, clocking, memory and configuration details to support development and validation.
• RoHS compliant: Meets environmental compliance requirements for commercial electronic products.

Why Choose EP2C8Q208C7N?

The EP2C8Q208C7N positions itself as a practical Cyclone II FPGA option for commercial designs that need a mix of programmable logic, embedded memory and substantial I/O in a compact package. Its documented family features—clocking, embedded multipliers and block memory—support a wide range of low-cost embedded processing and DSP tasks while keeping board-level complexity low.

Engineers and procurement teams seeking a commercially rated, RoHS-compliant FPGA with clear architecture documentation and a balanced resource set will find the EP2C8Q208C7N suitable for prototyping through production in commercial-temperature products.

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