EP3SE260F1517C2
| Part Description |
Stratix® III E Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) IC 976 16672768 255000 1517-BBGA, FCBGA |
|---|---|
| Quantity | 2 Available (as of October 8, 2026) |
| Product Category | Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) |
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| Manufacturer | Intel |
| Manufacturing Status | Obsolete |
| Manufacturer Standard Lead Time | Contact Us |
| Datasheet |
Specifications & Environmental
| Device Package | 1517-FBGA (40x40) | Grade | Commercial | Operating Temperature | 0°C – 85°C | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package / Case | 1517-BBGA, FCBGA | Number of I/O | 976 | Voltage | 860 mV - 1.15 V | ||
| Mounting Method | Surface Mount | RoHS Compliance | RoHS Compliant | REACH Compliance | REACH Unknown | ||
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | 3 (168 Hours) | Number of LABs/CLBs | 10200 | Number of Logic Elements/Cells | 255000 | ||
| Number of Gates | N/A | ECCN | 3A001A2C | HTS Code | 8542.39.0001 | ||
| Qualification | N/A | Total RAM Bits | 16672768 |
Overview of EP3SE260F1517C2 – Stratix® III E FPGA, 255000 Logic Elements, 1517-FBGA
The EP3SE260F1517C2 is a Stratix® III E field programmable gate array (FPGA) IC from Intel, offered in a high-density FCBGA package. It provides a combination of large logic capacity, substantial on-chip memory, and a high I/O count for complex programmable logic designs operating in commercial temperature ranges.
Key Features
- Core Logic: 255000 logic elements available to implement complex digital functions and custom logic blocks.
- Embedded Memory: Approximately 16.7 Mbits of total on-chip RAM for buffering, state storage, and memory-intensive logic.
- I/O Density: 976 I/O pins to support wide parallel interfaces and high pin-count system integration.
- Power Supply: Operates from 860 mV to 1.15 V, enabling integration with low-voltage system power rails.
- Package & Mounting: 1517-BBGA, FCBGA package (supplier device package: 1517-FBGA, 40×40) designed for surface mount assembly.
- Operating Range: Commercial grade operation from 0 °C to 85 °C for standard environment deployments.
- Compliance: RoHS compliant, meeting common environmental directives for lead-free assembly.
Typical Applications
- High-density programmable systems: Use the 255000 logic elements and large embedded RAM to consolidate complex logic and memory functions on a single device.
- Wide-parallel interface designs: Leverage 976 I/Os for multi-channel data paths, parallel buses, and extensive peripheral connectivity.
- Embedded logic and control: Implement state machines, protocol handling, and control logic with ample on-chip resources and low-voltage operation.
Unique Advantages
- High logic capacity: 255000 logic elements enable dense implementation of complex algorithms and large-scale custom logic.
- Substantial on-chip RAM: Approximately 16.7 Mbits of RAM reduces external memory dependency and simplifies board-level designs.
- Extensive I/O availability: 976 I/Os provide flexibility for interfacing to multiple peripherals and high-bandwidth external systems.
- Compact FCBGA packaging: 1517-FBGA (40×40) package supports surface-mount integration for space-constrained designs.
- Low-voltage operation: 860 mV to 1.15 V supply range facilitates integration with modern low-voltage power domains.
- Commercial temperature and RoHS compliance: Suitable for standard commercial environments and lead-free manufacturing processes.
Why Choose EP3SE260F1517C2?
The EP3SE260F1517C2 is positioned for designs that require high logic density, significant on-chip memory, and a large number of I/Os within a compact FCBGA footprint. Its combination of 255000 logic elements, approximately 16.7 Mbits of embedded RAM, and 976 I/Os offers a balanced platform for complex programmable logic applications at commercial operating temperatures.
For development teams and procurement focused on consolidating functionality, reducing external memory needs, and supporting wide-parallel interfaces, this FPGA delivers the on-chip resources and packaging options to streamline board design and assembly.
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