EP2C8T144C8

The EP2C8T144C8 is a Cyclone® II FPGA in a 144-pin LQFP package delivering 8,256 logic elements and approximately 0.166 Mbits of embedded RAM. Designed for commercial applications, the device combines on-chip logic, embedded memory, and a broad set of I/O resources to support customizable digital designs.

This FPGA is suited for low-cost embedded processing and DSP-oriented tasks where compact package density, a low core supply voltage, and a moderate I/O count are required. The device is RoHS compliant and supported by the Cyclone II device documentation included in the product datasheet.

Key Features

• Logic Capacity  The device provides 8,256 logic elements for implementing combinational and sequential logic.
• Embedded Memory  Approximately 165,888 bits (≈0.166 Mbits) of on-chip RAM for buffering, FIFOs, and small-data storage.
• I/O Resources  85 I/O pins to interface with external peripherals and boards; I/O structure and advanced I/O standards are documented in the Cyclone II handbook.
• Power Supply  Core voltage range of 1.15 V to 1.25 V to match Cyclone II device operating conditions.
• Package & Mounting  144-LQFP surface-mount package (supplier package listed as 144-TQFP 20×20) for compact board-level integration.
• Operating Temperature  Commercial-grade operation from 0 °C to 85 °C.
• Regulatory & Build  RoHS compliant to support environmentally conscious manufacturing flows.
• Design Documentation  Supported by the Cyclone II Device Handbook with detailed architecture, memory, I/O, clocking, and configuration information.

Typical Applications

• Embedded Processing  Use the FPGA’s logic elements and embedded RAM to implement custom microcontroller-like peripherals, glue logic, and lightweight processing tasks.
• DSP Acceleration  Implement fixed-point DSP datapaths and small accelerators using on-chip logic and memory for low-cost signal-processing tasks.
• External Memory Interface  Integrate interfaces to external memories and peripherals, leveraging the device routing and I/O resources described in the Cyclone II handbook.
• High-Speed I/O Bridging  Bridge between digital subsystems and support high-speed differential or single-ended interfaces as documented for the Cyclone II family.

Unique Advantages

• Balanced Integration: Combines 8,256 logic elements and embedded RAM in a single 144-LQFP package to reduce board-level BOM and simplify designs.
• Compact Package: The 144-LQFP surface-mount footprint enables dense PCB layouts while keeping signal routing manageable for mid-complexity designs.
• Low Core Voltage: Operates at a 1.15 V–1.25 V core range to align with Cyclone II device power domains and enable efficient power planning.
• Commercial Temperature Rating: Rated for 0 °C to 85 °C operation to suit mainstream consumer and industrial-adjacent applications that require standard commercial-grade components.
• Standards and Compliance: RoHS compliance supports environmentally regulated manufacturing and product stewardship.
• Documented Architecture: Supported by the Cyclone II Device Handbook, which provides detailed information on architecture, I/O, clocking, memory, and configuration to accelerate development.

Why Choose EP2C8T144C8?

EP2C8T144C8 positions itself as a practical Cyclone II FPGA option for designers needing a compact, commercially rated programmable device with 8,256 logic elements, embedded RAM, and a moderate I/O complement. Its 144-LQFP package and surface-mount mounting make it well suited for space-conscious PCB designs where integration and manufacturability matter.

This device is appropriate for teams implementing custom logic, lightweight embedded processing, or DSP accelerators who want the benefit of Cyclone II family documentation and established device characteristics. Its RoHS compliance and documented operating conditions support predictable procurement and design-in for commercial product programs.

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