EP3SE260H780C2
| Part Description |
Stratix® III E Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) IC 488 16672768 255000 780-BBGA, FCBGA |
|---|---|
| Quantity | 1,110 Available (as of October 7, 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 | 780-HBGA (33x33) | Grade | Commercial | Operating Temperature | 0°C – 85°C | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package / Case | 780-BBGA, FCBGA | Number of I/O | 488 | 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 EP3SE260H780C2 – Stratix® III E FPGA, 780‑BBGA (FCBGA)
The EP3SE260H780C2 is an Intel Stratix® III E field programmable gate array provided in a 780‑ball BGA (FCBGA) package. It delivers high-density programmable logic with 255,000 logic elements and approximately 16.7 Mbits of embedded memory for complex digital designs.
Designed for commercial applications, this surface-mount FPGA supports a core supply range of 860 mV to 1.15 V, offers 488 user I/O pins, and operates across a 0 °C to 85 °C temperature range. RoHS compliance is indicated for environmental conformity.
Key Features
- Logic Capacity — 255,000 logic elements provide a large resource pool for implementing complex digital functions and custom logic architectures.
- Logic Organization — Organized across 10,200 logic blocks to structure large designs and support scalable implementation.
- Embedded Memory — Approximately 16.7 Mbits of on-chip RAM to support buffering, state storage, and data-path requirements without external memory.
- I/O Count — 488 user I/O pins to connect with peripherals, sensors, and system interfaces in high-density designs.
- Package and Mounting — 780‑BBGA (FCBGA) package, supplier package 780‑HBGA (33×33), surface-mount for compact board-level integration.
- Power — Core supply range from 860 mV to 1.15 V to match system power rails and support efficient operation.
- Operating Conditions — Commercial-grade operation from 0 °C to 85 °C for standard embedded and commercial electronic environments.
- Environmental Compliance — RoHS compliant for reduced hazardous substance content in manufacturing.
Typical Applications
- High-density digital systems — Use the large logic element count and on-chip RAM to consolidate complex digital functions onto a single FPGA.
- Embedded data processing — Leverage approximately 16.7 Mbits of embedded memory for buffering and streaming data tasks within embedded designs.
- Interface aggregation — Deploy 488 user I/Os to bridge multiple peripherals and interfaces in communications or instrumentation equipment.
Unique Advantages
- Substantial logic resources: 255,000 logic elements provide headroom for large state machines, parallel processing, and algorithm implementation without excessive partitioning.
- Significant on-chip memory: Approximately 16.7 Mbits of embedded RAM reduces reliance on external memory, simplifying BOM and board layout.
- High I/O density: 488 I/O pins enable integration of multiple external devices and interfaces directly to the FPGA.
- Compact FCBGA package: The 780‑BBGA package (33×33 supplier package) supports high-density PCB routing while maintaining a small board footprint.
- Commercial temperature suitability: Specified for 0 °C to 85 °C operation to match standard commercial product requirements.
- RoHS compliant: Meets environmental standards for reduced hazardous substances in manufacturing and product distribution.
Why Choose EP3SE260H780C2?
The EP3SE260H780C2 positions itself as a high-capacity, commercially graded FPGA solution for designs that require extensive logic resources and on-chip memory in a compact package. Its combination of 255,000 logic elements, approximately 16.7 Mbits of embedded RAM, and 488 I/Os makes it suitable for consolidating complex digital functions and interface logic on a single device.
For engineering teams targeting commercial embedded systems, instrumentation, or communications equipment, this FPGA offers a balance of integration density, power-range flexibility (860 mV to 1.15 V), and RoHS compliance—helping reduce system BOM and simplify board-level design while meeting standard operating temperature requirements.
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