EP2C8T144I8

The EP2C8T144I8 is an Intel Cyclone II family FPGA offered in a 144‑lead LQFP surface‑mount package. It provides 8,256 logic elements and 165,888 bits of on‑chip RAM, making it suitable for cost‑sensitive embedded and DSP‑oriented designs.

Designed for industrial applications, this device supports 85 general‑purpose I/O and a core voltage range of 1.15 V to 1.25 V, with an operating temperature range from −40 °C to 100 °C. As a Cyclone II device, it benefits from the family architecture's embedded memory and clocking features described in the Cyclone II device handbook.

Key Features

• Core Logic  Contains 8,256 logic elements for implementing custom digital logic, control, and signal‑processing functions.
• Embedded Memory  165,888 bits of on‑chip RAM (approximately 0.166 Mbits) to support data buffering, FSM state storage, and small lookup tables.
• I/O Capability  85 general‑purpose I/O pins provided for peripheral interfaces, sensor inputs, and board‑level signaling.
• Power and Supply  Core supply voltage specified between 1.15 V and 1.25 V to match system power rails and ensure predictable core operation.
• Package & Mounting  144‑lead LQFP (supplier package 144‑TQFP, 20×20) in a surface‑mount form factor for compact PCB integration.
• Industrial Temperature Range  Rated for −40 °C to 100 °C operation for industrial environments and extended temperature deployments.
• Standards & Compliance  RoHS‑compliant material status for environmental regulatory alignment.
• Cyclone II Family Architecture  Built on the Cyclone II device family architecture (device handbook references), which includes on‑chip memory blocks and family‑level clocking resources for system timing and synchronization.

Typical Applications

• Low‑Cost Embedded Processing  Suitable for control logic, protocol handling, and glue‑logic tasks in embedded systems that require moderate logic density and on‑chip RAM.
• Low‑Cost DSP Solutions  Appropriate for basic DSP functions and data path control where integrated logic and embedded memory can accelerate processing tasks.
• Interface and Peripheral Control  Use the 85 I/O pins to implement board interfaces, sensor aggregation, and peripheral bridges without adding discrete controllers.
• Industrial Control Systems  Industrial temperature rating and surface‑mount 144‑lead packaging make this device a fit for factory automation and instrumentation control subsystems.

Unique Advantages

• Balanced Logic and Memory:  8,256 logic elements combined with 165,888 bits of RAM provide a practical balance for control, buffering, and lookup tasks without external memory for many designs.
• Compact, Board‑Ready Package:  144‑lead LQFP (20×20) surface‑mount package reduces board area compared with larger FPGA packages while keeping a high pin count for I/O connectivity.
• Industrial Reliability:  Specified operation from −40 °C to 100 °C supports deployment in industrial and extended‑temperature applications.
• Predictable Power Envelope:  Defined core supply range (1.15 V to 1.25 V) simplifies power‑rail design and sequencing for consistent operation.
• RoHS Compliance:  Meets RoHS requirements for environmentally conscious designs and regulatory conformity.

Why Choose EP2C8T144I8?

The EP2C8T144I8 positions itself as a cost‑conscious FPGA solution within the Cyclone II family, delivering a compact package with a practical mix of logic, on‑chip memory, and I/O. Its industrial temperature rating and RoHS compliance make it suitable for long‑lifecycle embedded and industrial projects that need reliable, integrated programmable logic.

Designers looking for a balance of integration and predictable electrical and thermal characteristics will find this device appropriate for medium‑complexity control, interface, and DSP tasks, with family‑level architectural benefits described in the Cyclone II device documentation.

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