Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
| Package | Tray |
| Series | Cyclone® III |
| ProductStatus | Active |
| NumberofLABs/CLBs | 1539 |
| NumberofLogicElements/Cells | 24624 |
| TotalRAMBits | 608256 |
| NumberofI/O | 215 |
| Voltage-Supply | 1.15V ~ 1.25V |
| MountingType | Surface Mount |
| OperatingTemperature | 0°C ~ 85°C (TJ) |
| Package/Case | 324-BGA |
Overview
Description
The EP3C25F324C8 is a part of the Altera (now Intel) Cyclone III FPGA series, designed for low-cost, high-volume applications. This FPGA features 24,624 logic elements, making it suitable for a wide range of applications, including industrial, automotive, and consumer electronics. It comes in a 324-pin FineLine BGA package. The device offers embedded memory blocks, DSP blocks, and supports various I/O standards, enhancing its versatility for different design requirements.
Key features include:
1. Logic Elements: 24,624 LEs for implementing custom logic.
2. Embedded Memory: Includes M9K memory blocks for efficient data storage.
3. DSP Blocks: Supports digital signal processing applications.
4. I/O Pins: Multiple I/O pins with support for various standards like LVTTL, LVCMOS.
5. Power Efficiency: Designed with low power consumption in mind.
6. Configuration: Supports multiple configuration schemes.
The EP3C25F324C8 is ideal for designers looking for a balance between performance, cost, and power efficiency in programmable logic devices. It supports a wide array of applications, offering flexibility and scalability for complex designs.
Key features include:
1. Logic Elements: 24,624 LEs for implementing custom logic.
2. Embedded Memory: Includes M9K memory blocks for efficient data storage.
3. DSP Blocks: Supports digital signal processing applications.
4. I/O Pins: Multiple I/O pins with support for various standards like LVTTL, LVCMOS.
5. Power Efficiency: Designed with low power consumption in mind.
6. Configuration: Supports multiple configuration schemes.
The EP3C25F324C8 is ideal for designers looking for a balance between performance, cost, and power efficiency in programmable logic devices. It supports a wide array of applications, offering flexibility and scalability for complex designs.
Equivalent
The EP3C25F324C8 is an Altera Cyclone III FPGA. Equivalent products include the Xilinx Spartan-6 series (e.g., XC6SLX25) and Lattice ECP3 series (e.g., LFE3-25EA). These FPGAs are similar in capacity and performance, offering comparable logic elements, I/O pins, and features. However, compatibility should be verified based on specific application requirements.
Features
The EP3C25F324C8 is an FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) from Altera's Cyclone III series. It offers the following features:
1. Logic Elements: Contains 24,624 logic elements, allowing for significant digital logic design customization.
2. Memory: Includes 594 Kbits of embedded memory for data storage and manipulation.
3. I/O Pins: Provides 215 I/O pins, facilitating extensive connectivity options.
4. PLL: Equipped with 4 phase-locked loops for clock management, ensuring stable operation.
5. Speed Grade: The "C8" indicates a specific speed grade, affecting the performance and timing of the device.
6. Low Power Consumption: Designed for low power usage, making it suitable for energy-sensitive applications.
7. Package: Comes in a 324-pin FineLine BGA (Ball Grid Array) package, optimizing space on the circuit board.
8. Temperature Range: Operates within a commercial temperature range, suitable for various environments.
These features make the EP3C25F324C8 a versatile choice for a wide range of embedded and digital signal processing applications.
1. Logic Elements: Contains 24,624 logic elements, allowing for significant digital logic design customization.
2. Memory: Includes 594 Kbits of embedded memory for data storage and manipulation.
3. I/O Pins: Provides 215 I/O pins, facilitating extensive connectivity options.
4. PLL: Equipped with 4 phase-locked loops for clock management, ensuring stable operation.
5. Speed Grade: The "C8" indicates a specific speed grade, affecting the performance and timing of the device.
6. Low Power Consumption: Designed for low power usage, making it suitable for energy-sensitive applications.
7. Package: Comes in a 324-pin FineLine BGA (Ball Grid Array) package, optimizing space on the circuit board.
8. Temperature Range: Operates within a commercial temperature range, suitable for various environments.
These features make the EP3C25F324C8 a versatile choice for a wide range of embedded and digital signal processing applications.
Pinout
The EP3C25F324C8 is a member of the Altera Cyclone III FPGA family. It comes in a 324-pin FineLine BGA package. This FPGA is designed for high-volume, cost-sensitive applications where low cost and low power consumption are critical. It features 24,624 logic elements, 66 M9K memory blocks providing 594 Kbits of embedded memory, and 66 embedded multipliers, which are useful for implementing DSP functions. It also supports a variety of I/O standards and offers flexibility with numerous general-purpose I/O pins. The device is suitable for applications such as communications, automotive, medical, and consumer electronics, providing a balance of performance, power, and cost.
Manufacturer
The EP3C25F324C8 is a model of FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) manufactured by Intel Corporation, specifically under its Intel Programmable Solutions Group, which was formerly known as Altera before Intel acquired the company in 2015. This FPGA is part of the Cyclone III series, known for its low power consumption and cost efficiency, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.
Intel Corporation is a multinational technology company headquartered in Santa Clara, California. It is widely recognized as a leading manufacturer of semiconductor chips and is a key player in the development of various technologies including processors, integrated graphics, and other computer components. Intel's transition into FPGAs through its acquisition of Altera represents its expansion into more diverse semiconductor markets, enabling it to offer solutions for data centers, the Internet of Things (IoT), and advanced computing applications.
Intel Corporation is a multinational technology company headquartered in Santa Clara, California. It is widely recognized as a leading manufacturer of semiconductor chips and is a key player in the development of various technologies including processors, integrated graphics, and other computer components. Intel's transition into FPGAs through its acquisition of Altera represents its expansion into more diverse semiconductor markets, enabling it to offer solutions for data centers, the Internet of Things (IoT), and advanced computing applications.
Application
The EP3C25F324C8 is a member of the Altera Cyclone III family of FPGAs, which are known for their low power consumption and cost-effectiveness. This FPGA is used in various applications including:
1. Consumer Electronics: Provides efficient processing capabilities for devices such as set-top boxes and digital TVs.
2. Industrial Automation: Used in control systems for real-time processing and decision-making.
3. Telecommunications: Supports functions in networking equipment, including data packet processing.
4. Medical Devices: Facilitates image processing and control systems.
5. Automotive Systems: Functions in engine control units and infotainment systems.
Its flexibility makes it suitable for diverse applications requiring customizable logic solutions.
1. Consumer Electronics: Provides efficient processing capabilities for devices such as set-top boxes and digital TVs.
2. Industrial Automation: Used in control systems for real-time processing and decision-making.
3. Telecommunications: Supports functions in networking equipment, including data packet processing.
4. Medical Devices: Facilitates image processing and control systems.
5. Automotive Systems: Functions in engine control units and infotainment systems.
Its flexibility makes it suitable for diverse applications requiring customizable logic solutions.
Package
The EP3C25F324C8 is a Cyclone III FPGA from Intel (formerly Altera). It comes in a FineLine BGA (Ball Grid Array) package with 324 pins.