EP3CLS100F484I7

The EP3CLS100F484I7 is an Intel Cyclone III family FPGA offering high functionality with low-power operation and cost-effective integration. Built on the Cyclone III device architecture, this industrial-grade, surface-mount FPGA delivers large logic capacity, substantial embedded memory, and a high I/O count for mid- to high-density programmable logic designs.

Engineered for applications that require programmable logic, flexible I/O and low-power operation, this device suits industrial systems and other designs that benefit from significant on-chip resources and a compact 484-BGA package.

Key Features

• Logic Capacity  100,448 logic elements provide large-scale combinational and sequential logic resources for complex designs.
• Embedded Memory  Approximately 4.45 Mbits of on-chip RAM (4,451,328 total RAM bits) to support buffering, FIFOs, and data storage without external memory.
• I/O Resources  278 user I/Os to accommodate multiple interfaces and parallel connections in compact system designs.
• Power and Voltage  Operates from a core supply range of 1.15 V to 1.25 V, aligning with low-power device family characteristics.
• Packaging and Mounting  484-ball FBGA (23 × 23) package in a surface-mount form factor for dense PCB integration and reliable assembly.
• Industrial Temperature Range  Qualified for operation from −40 °C to 100 °C to meet typical industrial environment requirements.
• Family-Level Capabilities  Cyclone III family features include the low-power TSMC LP process, on-chip PLLs for clock management, and a broad set of supported I/O standards to simplify interface design.
• Compliance  RoHS-compliant construction for regulatory and manufacturing compatibility.

Typical Applications

• Industrial Control  Use the EP3CLS100F484I7 for motor control, PLC extensions, and real-time logic functions where wide temperature range and high I/O count are required.
• Communication Interfaces  Implement protocol bridging, packet preprocessing, or interface adaptation leveraging the device’s abundant logic, embedded memory, and flexible I/Os.
• Data Acquisition and Processing  On-chip RAM and large logic capacity enable buffering, signal conditioning, and preprocessing for sensors and measurement systems.
• Embedded System Integration  Integrate custom logic or soft-core processors and use on-chip resources to reduce external components and simplify BOMs.

Unique Advantages

• High Logic and Memory Density: 100,448 logic elements paired with approximately 4.45 Mbits of embedded memory support complex, state-rich designs on a single device.
• Robust I/O Count: 278 I/Os enable multiple parallel interfaces and flexible connectivity without immediate need for external multiplexing.
• Industrial Reliability: Rated for −40 °C to 100 °C operation to meet the thermal demands of industrial deployments.
• Compact, Surface-Mount Packaging: 484-FBGA (23×23) package provides high-density integration for space-constrained PCBs.
• Low-Power Family Characteristics: Built on a low-power process with family-level power-aware design features to help manage system power budgets.
• Standards and Ecosystem Support: Leverages Cyclone III family capabilities such as PLL-based clock management and broad I/O standard support to accelerate system design.

Why Choose EP3CLS100F484I7?

The EP3CLS100F484I7 positions itself as a practical choice when designers need substantial on-chip logic and memory combined with a high I/O count in an industrial-temperature, surface-mount package. Its Cyclone III family heritage brings low-power operation and built-in system-level features that simplify clocking and interface tasks while reducing external component needs.

This device is well suited for engineering teams building industrial control systems, communications front-ends, data acquisition modules, and embedded systems that require a balance of integration, thermal robustness, and predictable supply-chain compliance.

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