EP4CE55F23C8LN

The EP4CE55F23C8LN is a Cyclone® IV E family FPGA from Intel, delivering a mid-range programmable logic fabric for embedded logic, memory buffering and high-density I/O applications. Its architecture combines a substantial logic capacity with on-chip RAM and an extensive I/O count to support complex control, interfacing and data-path designs.

Engineered for commercial-grade systems, this device balances integration and power efficiency with a compact 484‑FBGA (23 × 23 mm) package and defined operating conditions for straightforward board-level integration.

Key Features

• Logic Capacity — 55,856 logic elements to implement complex state machines, datapaths and control logic.
• Logic Array Blocks (LABs) — 3,491 LABs for structured logic placement and resource organization.
• Embedded Memory — Approximately 2.4 Mbits of on-chip RAM (2,396,160 bits) for buffering, FIFOs and local storage.
• I/O Resources — 324 user I/O pins to support rich external connectivity and multiple parallel interfaces.
• Package — 484‑FBGA in a 23 × 23 mm form factor for high-density PCB designs and surface-mount assembly.
• Power and Core Voltage — Core supply range specified at 0.970 V to 1.030 V to match regulated FPGA core rails.
• Operating Temperature — Commercial-grade specification from 0 °C to 85 °C for standard commercial environments.
• Mounting — Surface-mount package suitable for modern PCB assembly processes.
• Compliance — RoHS compliant to meet common environmental and manufacturing requirements.
• Datasheet Coverage — Detailed electrical and performance specifications (operating conditions, DC characteristics, switching characteristics and power consumption) are provided in the Cyclone IV device documentation.

Typical Applications

• Embedded Control and Logic — Implement custom control, sequencing and state-machine logic where compact programmable logic is required.
• Protocol Bridging and Interface Aggregation — Use the device’s abundant I/O to consolidate and translate multiple serial/parallel interfaces on a single FPGA.
• Data Buffering and Packet Processing — On-chip RAM supports buffering, FIFO implementations and intermediate packet storage for data-path designs.
• Prototyping and System Integration — Mid-range logic capacity and wide I/O count make this FPGA suitable for development platforms and integration into production hardware.

Unique Advantages

• Substantial Logic Resources: 55,856 logic elements provide the capacity to implement complex functions without external ASICs or CPLDs.
• On‑Chip Memory: Approximately 2.4 Mbits of embedded RAM reduces external memory reliance for many buffering and storage needs.
• High I/O Density: 324 I/O pins allow multiple peripherals and interfaces to be connected directly to the FPGA, simplifying board design.
• Compact BGA Package: 484‑FBGA (23 × 23 mm) delivers high pin count in a space-efficient footprint for modern PCBs.
• Commercial Temperature Range: Specified operation from 0 °C to 85 °C matches standard commercial product deployments.
• Regulated Core Voltage Range: Defined supply range (0.97–1.03 V) supports predictable power delivery and system design.

Why Choose EP4CE55F23C8LN?

The EP4CE55F23C8LN positions itself as a versatile mid-range FPGA that combines significant logic capacity, a meaningful amount of embedded memory and a high I/O count in a compact 484‑FBGA package. These attributes make it well suited for designers seeking to consolidate logic functions, reduce BOM complexity and integrate multiple interfaces on a single programmable device.

With RoHS compliance and full datasheet coverage for electrical and performance characteristics, this Cyclone IV E device supports reliable deployment in commercial designs and provides the documentation needed for detailed hardware and power planning.

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