EP3C16F484C8N

The EP3C16F484C8N is a Cyclone III field-programmable gate array (FPGA) from Intel, delivering a balance of logic capacity, embedded memory, and I/O in a compact 484‑BGA package. As a member of the Cyclone III device family, it targets high-volume, low-power, cost-sensitive applications and benefits from the family’s low-power TSMC process optimizations and system-level integration features.

Key Features

• Logic Capacity  15,408 logic elements provide flexible fabric for mid-range logic implementations and custom digital functions.
• On‑Chip Memory  Approximately 0.5 Mbits of embedded memory (516,096 total RAM bits) for buffering, lookup tables, and system storage.
• I/O and Package  346 user I/Os in a 484‑BGA (484‑FBGA, 23×23) surface-mount package to support dense board-level connectivity.
• Power Supply  Core supply range from 1.15 V to 1.25 V, enabling low-power operation consistent with Cyclone III family optimizations.
• Operating Range and Grade  Commercial grade with an operating temperature range of 0 °C to 85 °C and RoHS compliance.
• Family-Level System Features  As part of the Cyclone III family, the device benefits from low-power architecture, multiple PLLs for clock management, and a broad ecosystem of IP and development tools.
• Security and Design Options  Cyclone III family documentation describes LS variants offering configuration security and design separation features; Cyclone III devices support a range of system-level design flows and partitioning options.
• I/O Standard Support  Family-level support for common I/O standards and multi-value on‑chip termination calibration to address signal-integrity and PVT variation challenges.

Typical Applications

• Portable and Handheld Devices  Low-power family characteristics and compact packaging suit battery-powered, space-constrained designs.
• Cost‑Sensitive Consumer Electronics  Mid-range logic density and integrated memory support feature-rich products while controlling BOM cost.
• Embedded Systems and Interfaces  High I/O count and family-level clock management features enable peripheral bridging, protocol aggregation, and custom I/O solutions.
• High‑volume, Low‑power Designs  The Cyclone III family focus on low static power makes this device appropriate for large-volume deployments where power and cost matter.

Unique Advantages

• Mid‑range Logic with Embedded Memory: 15,408 logic elements and ~0.5 Mbits of RAM deliver a balanced platform for control logic, data buffering, and custom processing.
• High I/O Density in a Compact Footprint: 346 I/Os in a 484‑FBGA (23×23) package simplifies routing for I/O‑intensive applications without a larger package.
• Low‑Power Family Architecture: Based on TSMC low‑power process technology, the Cyclone III family reduces static power, extending battery life and lowering cooling requirements.
• Commercial Temperature Range: Rated for 0 °C to 85 °C, suitable for a wide range of consumer and industrial-adjacent applications that require commercial-grade components.
• RoHS‑Compliant Supply: Meets RoHS requirements for environmentally constrained manufacturing and global supply chains.
• Broad Ecosystem Support: Cyclone III family documentation and IP resources enable faster integration with pre-built megafunctions and system-level building blocks.

Why Choose EP3C16F484C8N?

The EP3C16F484C8N provides a practical balance of logic density, embedded memory, and I/O capacity in a compact 484‑BGA package, making it well suited for designers of mid-range, cost-sensitive systems that require low-power operation. Its inclusion in the Cyclone III family means access to family-level low-power optimizations, clock management features, and a broad set of IP resources that accelerate development.

Choose this device when you need a commercial‑grade FPGA platform that scales for high-volume applications, offers a compact board footprint, and aligns with RoHS-compliant manufacturing practices.

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