EP2C8Q208C8N

The EP2C8Q208C8N is an Intel Cyclone® II Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) provided in a 208-BFQFP surface-mount package. It implements a Cyclone II architecture with 8,256 logic elements and integrated on-chip memory, delivering a compact, low-cost programmable logic option for embedded processing and DSP-oriented designs.

Designed for commercial-temperature systems, this device supports a nominal core supply range of 1.15 V to 1.25 V and exposes 138 general-purpose I/O pins, making it suitable for designs that require a balance of logic density, on-chip memory, and flexible I/O in a PQFP package.

Key Features

• Logic Core 8,256 logic elements organized across 516 logic array blocks, providing the core programmable fabric for custom logic and control functions.
• Embedded Memory Approximately 0.166 Mbits of total on-chip RAM (165,888 bits) for buffering, FIFOs, and small data storage requirements.
• I/O & Interfaces 138 I/O pins available for general-purpose interfacing; the Cyclone II architecture includes support for advanced I/O standards and high-speed differential interfaces as described in the device handbook.
• Clocking & PLLs Integrated global clock network and phase-locked loop (PLL) resources for flexible clock distribution and timing control, per Cyclone II family documentation.
• Embedded DSP Resources Embedded multiplier resources are included in the Cyclone II architecture to support arithmetic and DSP functions, as detailed in the device handbook.
• Configuration & Test JTAG (IEEE 1149.1) boundary-scan support and standard Cyclone II configuration options are documented in the device handbook for programming and system test.
• Power & Package Core voltage supply range of 1.15 V to 1.25 V. Supplied in a 208-BFQFP (208-PQFP, 28 × 28 mm) surface-mount package for PCB assembly.
• Operating Range & Compliance Commercial-grade operating temperature from 0 °C to 85 °C. RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Low-cost embedded processing — Implement control logic, soft processors, and peripheral integration where a modest logic count and on-chip memory meet system requirements.
• Low-cost DSP solutions — Use the device’s embedded multipliers and on-chip RAM for signal processing tasks and algorithm acceleration.
• High-density I/O interfacing — Leverage 138 I/Os and Cyclone II I/O features for bridging, protocol conversion, and board-level glue logic.
• External memory interfacing and custom memory controllers — Implement memory interface logic and timing control using the device’s routing and clocking resources as described in the Cyclone II handbook.

Unique Advantages

• Balanced logic density: 8,256 logic elements provide sufficient capacity for medium-complexity designs without excessive cost or board footprint.
• On-chip RAM for system buffering: Approximately 0.166 Mbits of embedded memory supports local storage for FIFOs, state machines, and small data structures.
• Flexible I/O count: 138 I/O pins enable broad interfacing options for sensors, peripherals, and external interfaces.
• Programmable clock network and PLLs: Integrated clock resources permit flexible timing architectures and support for multiple clock domains.
• Commercial-temperature suitability: Rated for 0 °C to 85 °C, appropriate for standard commercial electronics applications.
• Standards and documentation: Device functionality and implementation details are supported by the Cyclone II Device Handbook and related documentation.

Why Choose EP2C8Q208C8N?

The EP2C8Q208C8N provides a practical Cyclone II FPGA option for designers seeking moderate logic capacity, integrated memory, and flexible I/O in a 208-pin BFQFP package. Its combination of 8,256 logic elements, embedded multipliers, and approximately 0.166 Mbits of on-chip RAM makes it well suited to cost-sensitive embedded processing and DSP tasks where a compact surface-mount FPGA is required.

Backed by the Cyclone II device handbook and family-level documentation, this device supports standard configuration, clocking, and I/O schemes documented for Cyclone II devices, enabling predictable integration into existing design flows.

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