EP2C8T144C7N

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Programmable Logic Device (PLD)
• Characteristics: High-performance, low-power consumption
• Package: 144-pin Thin Quad Flat Pack (TQFP)
• Essence: Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA)
• Packaging/Quantity: Single unit per package

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Intel Corporation
• Family: Cyclone II
• Device Type: FPGA
• Logic Elements: 8,064
• Total RAM Bits: 270,336
• Embedded Multipliers: 56
• Maximum User I/O Pins: 119
• Operating Voltage: 1.2V
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +100°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The EP2C8T144C7N has a total of 144 pins, each serving a specific purpose in the circuit. The pin configuration includes power supply pins, ground pins, input/output pins, clock pins, and configuration pins. A detailed pinout diagram can be found in the manufacturer's datasheet.

Functional Features

• High Performance: The EP2C8T144C7N offers fast processing speeds and efficient logic utilization, making it suitable for demanding applications.
• Low Power Consumption: This FPGA is designed to minimize power consumption, enabling energy-efficient operation.
• Flexibility: Being a programmable logic device, it allows users to configure and reconfigure the internal logic according to their specific requirements.
• Versatility: The EP2C8T144C7N supports various communication protocols and interfaces, making it adaptable to different system designs.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High-performance capabilities - Low power consumption - Flexibility in logic configuration - Versatile compatibility with different interfaces

Disadvantages: - Limited number of user I/O pins - Relatively small logic capacity compared to higher-end FPGAs

Working Principles

The EP2C8T144C7N is based on the field-programmable gate array (FPGA) technology. It consists of an array of programmable logic blocks interconnected by programmable interconnects. The internal logic can be configured using hardware description languages (HDL) or design software provided by the manufacturer. Once programmed, the FPGA executes the desired logic operations.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The EP2C8T144C7N finds applications in various fields, including but not limited to: 1. Embedded Systems: Used for implementing custom logic in embedded systems such as industrial control systems, robotics, and automotive electronics. 2. Communications: Employed in networking equipment, routers, and switches for high-speed data processing and protocol handling. 3. Signal Processing: Utilized in digital signal processing (DSP) applications like audio/video processing, image recognition, and real-time data analysis. 4. Test and Measurement: Integrated into test equipment for generating and analyzing signals, protocol testing, and system validation. 5. Education and Research: Used in educational institutions and research labs for teaching digital design concepts and conducting experiments.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

• EP2C5T144C7N: A lower-capacity variant with 5,120 logic elements and 202 user I/O pins.
• EP2C20F484C7N: A higher-capacity FPGA with 19,728 logic elements and 317 user I/O pins.
• EP2C35Q240C7N: An intermediate-capacity option with 33,216 logic elements and 119 user I/O pins.

These alternative models provide different levels of logic capacity and I/O pin count, allowing users to choose the most suitable FPGA for their specific application requirements.

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