EP4CE15F17C8N

The EP4CE15F17C8N is an Intel Cyclone® IV Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) offered in a 256-LBGA package for commercial applications. It provides a balanced combination of configurable logic, on-chip embedded memory, and I/O resources suitable for a wide range of custom digital designs.

Built for commercial-temperature environments (0 °C to 85 °C) and RoHS compliant, this surface-mount FPGA supports designs requiring mid-range logic capacity and moderate embedded RAM while operating from a 1.15 V to 1.25 V core supply.

Key Features

• Cyclone IV architecture — Based on Intel's Cyclone IV device family as referenced in the Cyclone IV Device Handbook, providing the device-level support and documentation for design and integration.
• Logic Capacity — 15,408 logic elements to implement custom combinational and sequential logic functions for mid-range designs.
• Embedded Memory — Approximately 0.52 Mbits of on-chip RAM (516,096 total RAM bits) for local buffering, small FIFOs, and state storage.
• I/O Resources — 165 user I/O pins to interface with peripherals, sensors, and external memory or communication chips.
• Package and Mounting — 256-LBGA (supplier device package listed as 256-FBGA, 17 × 17) in a surface-mount form factor for compact board integration.
• Power and Supply — Core voltage supply range from 1.15 V to 1.25 V to match system power domains and regulator choices.
• Commercial Grade — Rated for 0 °C to 85 °C operating temperature, suitable for standard commercial embedded systems.
• RoHS Compliant — Meets RoHS environmental requirements for lead-free assembly.

Typical Applications

• Embedded System Control — Implement custom control logic and glue functions using the device's 15,408 logic elements and on-chip RAM for buffering and state machines.
• Prototyping and Development — Rapidly evaluate and iterate digital designs in a commercial development environment with a well-documented Cyclone IV device family.
• Peripheral and Interface Bridging — Use the 165 I/O pins to bridge and adapt signals between processors, sensors, and external peripherals.

Unique Advantages

• Mid-range logic density: 15,408 logic elements provide substantial capacity for custom digital functions without the area and power of larger devices.
• On-chip RAM for local buffering: Approximately 0.52 Mbits of embedded memory reduces dependence on external RAM for small data storage and FIFO needs.
• Flexible I/O count: 165 I/O pins enable direct connections to a variety of external devices and interfaces, simplifying board-level design.
• Compact surface-mount package: 256-LBGA (256-FBGA, 17 × 17) supports high-density PCB layouts while maintaining manufacturability for commercial products.
• Commercial temperature rating: Operates across 0 °C to 85 °C, matching typical commercial embedded product requirements.
• Standards-friendly supply range: 1.15 V to 1.25 V core supply aligns with common power delivery choices for Cyclone IV devices.

Why Choose EP4CE15F17C8N?

The EP4CE15F17C8N delivers a balanced FPGA solution for commercial embedded designs that need a mid-range mix of programmable logic, embedded RAM, and plentiful I/O in a compact 256-LBGA package. Its Cyclone IV device family heritage provides access to comprehensive device documentation and design support.

Choose this part when your design requires a configurable logic platform with about 15,408 logic elements, roughly 0.52 Mbits of on-chip memory, and 165 I/O pins—combined with a commercial temperature rating and RoHS compliance for mainstream product deployment.

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