EP2C8T144C8N

The EP2C8T144C8N is a Cyclone® II family FPGA from Intel designed for low-cost embedded processing and DSP-oriented applications. It implements 8,256 logic elements and provides approximately 0.166 Mbits (165,888 bits) of on-chip memory alongside 85 user I/O pins in a 144-pin surface-mount package.

Built on the Cyclone II architecture, the device targets designs that require flexible logic fabric, embedded memory, and advanced I/O and clocking resources within a commercial temperature range. It is RoHS compliant and operates from a core supply range of 1.15 V to 1.25 V.

Key Features

• Logic Capacity — 8,256 logic elements for implementing combinational and sequential logic, control functions, and glue logic.
• Embedded Memory — Approximately 0.166 Mbits (165,888 bits) of on-chip RAM for buffering, FIFOs, and small lookup tables.
• I/O Resources — 85 general-purpose I/O pins suitable for peripheral interfacing, bus bridging, and control signals.
• Clocking and Timing — Cyclone II family clocking architecture with global clock networks and PLL support for flexible clock distribution and frequency management.
• DSP and Arithmetic Support — Family-level embedded multipliers and DSP-oriented resources for signal processing tasks.
• Configuration and Test — IEEE 1149.1 (JTAG) boundary-scan support and configuration features provided by the Cyclone II device handbook.
• Package & Mounting — 144-pin surface-mount package; package case listed as 144-LQFP, supplier device package indicated as 144-TQFP (20×20).
• Power & Temperature — Core supply range 1.15 V to 1.25 V; commercial operating temperature range 0 °C to 85 °C.
• Environmental Compliance — RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Low-Cost Embedded Processing — Implement control logic, soft processors, and protocol handling where a compact FPGA with on-chip memory is required.
• DSP and Signal Processing — Utilize embedded multipliers and on-chip RAM for filtering, data aggregation, and low-latency signal paths.
• Peripheral and Bus Bridging — Bridge between peripherals and system buses using available I/O and programmable logic to implement custom interfaces.
• Prototyping and Evaluation — Rapid hardware prototyping for algorithm validation and hardware/software partitioning in research and development environments.

Unique Advantages

• Flexible Logic Density: 8,256 logic elements provide a balance between capacity and cost for mid-range programmable designs.
• On-Chip Memory: Approximately 0.166 Mbits of embedded RAM reduces dependence on external memory for small buffers and lookup tables.
• Rich I/O Count: 85 I/O pins enable integration with multiple peripherals and robust board-level interfacing.
• Family-Level Feature Set: Cyclone II architecture offers global clock networks, PLLs, embedded multipliers, and advanced I/O structure to simplify timing and DSP implementations.
• Compact Surface-Mount Package: 144-pin LQFP/TQFP package supports space-constrained board designs while maintaining accessibility to device signals.
• Commercial Temperature and RoHS Compliance: Operates across 0 °C to 85 °C and meets RoHS requirements for environmentally conscious designs.

Why Choose EP2C8T144C8N?

The EP2C8T144C8N positions itself as a practical Cyclone II FPGA option for designs that require moderate logic capacity, embedded memory, and a substantial number of I/Os in a compact surface-mount package. Its family-level features — including clocking, DLL/PLL support, and DSP resources — make it suitable for embedded processing, signal processing, and interface bridging tasks where predictable commercial-grade operation is required.

For engineering teams seeking a cost-conscious programmable logic device with documented Cyclone II architecture resources, this part delivers a clear balance of integration and flexibility while maintaining RoHS compliance and standard commercial temperature operation.

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