Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
| Package | Tray |
| Series | Cyclone® III |
| ProductStatus | Active |
| NumberofLABs/CLBs | 963 |
| NumberofLogicElements/Cells | 15408 |
| TotalRAMBits | 516096 |
| NumberofI/O | 346 |
| Voltage-Supply | 1.15V ~ 1.25V |
| MountingType | Surface Mount |
| OperatingTemperature | 0°C ~ 85°C (TJ) |
| Package/Case | 484-BGA |
Overview
Description
The EP3C16F484C8N is a member of the Cyclone III FPGA family by Intel (formerly Altera). It features 15,408 logic elements (LEs), 504 Kbits of embedded RAM, and 56 embedded 18x18 multipliers, making it suitable for mid-range digital designs.
Key specifications:
- Package: 484-pin FineLine BGA (FBGA)
- I/O Pins: 346 user I/Os
- Clock Management: Up to 4 PLLs
- Operating Voltage: 1.2V core, 3.3V/2.5V I/O
- Speed Grade: C8 (moderate performance)
Applications include embedded systems, industrial control, and communications. The Cyclone III series balances cost, power efficiency, and performance, with the EP3C16F484C8N offering a mid-tier option in the lineup.
For development, Intel’s Quartus II software (or newer Quartus Prime) is used for design and programming.
Key specifications:
- Package: 484-pin FineLine BGA (FBGA)
- I/O Pins: 346 user I/Os
- Clock Management: Up to 4 PLLs
- Operating Voltage: 1.2V core, 3.3V/2.5V I/O
- Speed Grade: C8 (moderate performance)
Applications include embedded systems, industrial control, and communications. The Cyclone III series balances cost, power efficiency, and performance, with the EP3C16F484C8N offering a mid-tier option in the lineup.
For development, Intel’s Quartus II software (or newer Quartus Prime) is used for design and programming.
Equivalent
The EP3C16F484C8N is a Cyclone III FPGA from Intel (formerly Altera). Equivalent alternatives include:
1. EP3C16F484C6N (faster speed grade)
2. EP3C16F484I7N (industrial temp range)
3. EP3C16F484C7N (mid-range speed grade)
4. EP4CE6E22C8N (Cyclone IV, similar logic but newer)
For modern replacements, consider Cyclone 10 LP or MAX 10 FPGAs, though pin compatibility may vary. Always verify specs for your application.
1. EP3C16F484C6N (faster speed grade)
2. EP3C16F484I7N (industrial temp range)
3. EP3C16F484C7N (mid-range speed grade)
4. EP4CE6E22C8N (Cyclone IV, similar logic but newer)
For modern replacements, consider Cyclone 10 LP or MAX 10 FPGAs, though pin compatibility may vary. Always verify specs for your application.
Features
The EP3C16F484C8N is a Cyclone III FPGA from Intel (formerly Altera) with the following key features:
- Logic Elements (LEs): 15,408
- Memory: 504 Kbits embedded RAM
- DSP Blocks: 56 (18x18 multipliers)
- I/O Pins: 346 (supports LVDS, LVCMOS, PCI)
- Max User I/O: 182
- Package: 484-pin FineLine BGA (FBGA)
- Speed Grade: C8 (moderate speed)
- Operating Voltage: 1.2V core, 1.5V/2.5V/3.3V I/O
- On-Chip PLLs: 4
- Configuration: Supports JTAG, AS, PS, and passive serial modes
Ideal for cost-sensitive, low-power applications like industrial control, automotive, and consumer electronics.
- Logic Elements (LEs): 15,408
- Memory: 504 Kbits embedded RAM
- DSP Blocks: 56 (18x18 multipliers)
- I/O Pins: 346 (supports LVDS, LVCMOS, PCI)
- Max User I/O: 182
- Package: 484-pin FineLine BGA (FBGA)
- Speed Grade: C8 (moderate speed)
- Operating Voltage: 1.2V core, 1.5V/2.5V/3.3V I/O
- On-Chip PLLs: 4
- Configuration: Supports JTAG, AS, PS, and passive serial modes
Ideal for cost-sensitive, low-power applications like industrial control, automotive, and consumer electronics.
Pinout
The EP3C16F484C8N is a Cyclone III FPGA from Intel (formerly Altera).
- Pin Count: 484 pins (FBGA package)
- Key Functions:
- User I/O: 346 general-purpose I/O pins
- Power/Ground: Multiple pins for core, I/O, and PLL power
- Configuration: Dedicated pins for JTAG, AS, and PS modes
- Clocks: 8 global clock networks with dedicated input pins
- PLLs: 4 phase-locked loops (PLLs) for clock management
It features 15,408 logic elements (LEs), 504 Kbits RAM, and 56 embedded 18x18 multipliers. Suitable for cost-sensitive, low-power applications.
- Pin Count: 484 pins (FBGA package)
- Key Functions:
- User I/O: 346 general-purpose I/O pins
- Power/Ground: Multiple pins for core, I/O, and PLL power
- Configuration: Dedicated pins for JTAG, AS, and PS modes
- Clocks: 8 global clock networks with dedicated input pins
- PLLs: 4 phase-locked loops (PLLs) for clock management
It features 15,408 logic elements (LEs), 504 Kbits RAM, and 56 embedded 18x18 multipliers. Suitable for cost-sensitive, low-power applications.
Manufacturer
The EP3C16F484C8N is a Cyclone III FPGA manufactured by Intel (formerly Altera).
Intel is a multinational technology company known for semiconductors, processors, and programmable logic devices. Altera, acquired by Intel in 2015, specialized in FPGAs (Field-Programmable Gate Arrays), which are used in digital circuit design and prototyping.
The EP3C16F484C8N is part of the Cyclone III family, offering low-cost, low-power FPGA solutions for embedded systems, industrial, and consumer applications.
Intel is a multinational technology company known for semiconductors, processors, and programmable logic devices. Altera, acquired by Intel in 2015, specialized in FPGAs (Field-Programmable Gate Arrays), which are used in digital circuit design and prototyping.
The EP3C16F484C8N is part of the Cyclone III family, offering low-cost, low-power FPGA solutions for embedded systems, industrial, and consumer applications.
Application
The EP3C16F484C8N, a Cyclone III FPGA by Intel (formerly Altera), is used in:
- Embedded Systems: Custom logic for industrial control, automation.
- Communications: Signal processing, protocol bridging.
- Consumer Electronics: Video/image processing, gaming.
- Automotive: Infotainment, driver assistance.
- Medical Devices: Real-time data processing.
- Military/Aerospace: Rugged, low-power applications.
Its low power, moderate logic capacity (15,408 LEs), and 484-pin FBGA package suit cost-sensitive, mid-complexity designs.
- Embedded Systems: Custom logic for industrial control, automation.
- Communications: Signal processing, protocol bridging.
- Consumer Electronics: Video/image processing, gaming.
- Automotive: Infotainment, driver assistance.
- Medical Devices: Real-time data processing.
- Military/Aerospace: Rugged, low-power applications.
Its low power, moderate logic capacity (15,408 LEs), and 484-pin FBGA package suit cost-sensitive, mid-complexity designs.
Package
The EP3C16F484C8N is an FPGA from Intel's Cyclone III family. It comes in a 484-pin FineLine BGA (FBGA) package. This surface-mount package is designed for high-density applications, offering robust performance and thermal characteristics. The "F484" in the part number indicates the 484-pin FBGA type.