EP2S180F1508C5

The EP2S180F1508C5 is a Stratix® II field programmable gate array (FPGA) IC offering a high-density programmable fabric and extensive on-chip memory and I/O resources. Built on the Stratix II device architecture, the device is suited for demanding digital designs that require large logic capacity, multi-megabit embedded memory, and flexible high-speed I/O.

With 179,400 logic elements, approximately 9.38 Mbits of embedded memory, and 1,170 I/O pins in a 1508-BBGA FCBGA package, this device targets communications, DSP, video and complex control applications where integration and deterministic performance are important.

Key Features

• Logic Capacity — 179,400 logic elements provide extensive programmable resources for complex digital designs and large-scale integration.
• Embedded Memory — Approximately 9.38 Mbits of on-chip RAM to support buffers, FIFOs, and data-Intensive processing close to the logic fabric.
• I/O Density — 1,170 I/O pins enable broad interfacing options for multi-channel systems and dense board-level integration.
• Package Options — 1508-BBGA, FCBGA package; supplier device package listed as 1508-FBGA, FC (40×40) to support high pin-count board designs.
• Power Supply Range — Core voltage operation from 1.15 V to 1.25 V for the device core power domain.
• Operating Range — Commercial grade operation from 0 °C to 85 °C.
• FPGA Architecture Features — Stratix II architecture includes logic array blocks, adaptive logic modules, DSP blocks, PLLs and clock networks, and multi-track interconnect to support complex timing and high-performance datapaths (as described in the Stratix II device documentation).
• High-Speed and Advanced I/O — Family-level I/O capabilities documented for DDR I/O, multi‑voltage interface options, on‑chip termination and high-speed differential signaling to support fast external memory and serial interfaces.
• Configuration & Debug Support — Family documentation includes support for JTAG boundary-scan, SignalTap II embedded logic analyzer, and multiple configuration schemes for board and system-level integration.
• Regulatory & Environmental — RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• High-Speed Communications — Protocol offload, packet processing, and multi-channel PHY interfacing using abundant logic and high-density I/O.
• Digital Signal Processing — DSP block support and large on-chip RAM enable filtering, FFTs, and real-time signal chain implementations.
• Video & Imaging — Frame buffering, format conversion, and parallel pixel processing using large memory and I/O bandwidth.
• Test & Measurement — Custom instrument logic, data capture and real-time analysis with high logic density and flexible I/O.

Unique Advantages

• High Logic Density: 179,400 logic elements allow consolidation of multiple functions into a single device, reducing system BOM and board complexity.
• Substantial On-Chip Memory: Approximately 9.38 Mbits of embedded RAM supports large buffering and on-chip data processing to minimize external memory dependence.
• Extensive I/O Count: 1,170 I/Os provide flexible connectivity for multi-lane interfaces, parallel buses, and dense peripheral integration.
• Comprehensive Family Documentation: Stratix II device handbook material (architecture, PLLs, I/O standards, configuration and debug) aids design planning and system-level integration.
• Commercial-Temperature Operation: Rated for 0 °C to 85 °C, suitable for a wide range of commercial and enterprise applications.
• RoHS Compliant: Meets current RoHS environmental requirements for lead-free designs.

Why Choose EP2S180F1508C5?

The EP2S180F1508C5 positions itself as a high-capacity Stratix II FPGA for designs that require large programmable logic, multi-megabit embedded memory, and very high I/O density in a 1508-ball BGA package. It is appropriate for teams implementing communications, DSP, video, or measurement systems that need to consolidate functionality into a single programmable device while relying on documented Stratix II architecture features such as DSP blocks, PLLs, and advanced I/O options.

Backed by the Stratix II device documentation and Altera/Intel product material, the EP2S180F1508C5 offers a documented platform for system-level development and scaling within the Stratix II device family.

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