Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
| Package / Case | Tray |
| Series | Cyclone® III |
| Part Status | Active |
| Number of LABs/CLBs | 5079 |
| Number of Logic Elements/Cells | 81264 |
| Total RAM Bits | 2810880 |
| Number of I/O | 429 |
| Voltage - Supply | 1.15V ~ 1.25V |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C ~ 85°C (TJ) |
Overview
Description
The EP3C80F780C6N is a member of the Cyclone III FPGA family by Intel (formerly Altera). It features 78,528 logic elements (LEs), 3,888 Kbits of embedded memory, and 288 18x18 multipliers, making it suitable for mid-range digital designs.
Key specifications:
- FPGA Fabric: 65nm low-power process
- I/O Pins: 429 (supports multiple standards like LVDS, LVCMOS)
- Clock Management: Up to 4 PLLs
- Package: 780-pin FineLine BGA (FBGA)
Applications include embedded systems, industrial control, and communications. The Cyclone III series balances performance and power efficiency, with this variant offering moderate logic density and I/O flexibility.
For development, Intel’s Quartus II software is typically used. Always refer to the datasheet for detailed electrical and timing specifications.
Key specifications:
- FPGA Fabric: 65nm low-power process
- I/O Pins: 429 (supports multiple standards like LVDS, LVCMOS)
- Clock Management: Up to 4 PLLs
- Package: 780-pin FineLine BGA (FBGA)
Applications include embedded systems, industrial control, and communications. The Cyclone III series balances performance and power efficiency, with this variant offering moderate logic density and I/O flexibility.
For development, Intel’s Quartus II software is typically used. Always refer to the datasheet for detailed electrical and timing specifications.
Equivalent
The EP3C80F780C6N is a Cyclone III FPGA by Intel (formerly Altera). Equivalent alternatives include:
- EP3C40F780C6N (lower capacity)
- EP3C120F780C6N (higher capacity)
- Lattice ECP3 series (similar low-power FPGAs)
- Xilinx Spartan-6 (comparable performance)
Check pin compatibility and features before substitution. For exact replacements, consult Intel’s documentation or distributors like Arrow, Avnet, or Digi-Key.
- EP3C40F780C6N (lower capacity)
- EP3C120F780C6N (higher capacity)
- Lattice ECP3 series (similar low-power FPGAs)
- Xilinx Spartan-6 (comparable performance)
Check pin compatibility and features before substitution. For exact replacements, consult Intel’s documentation or distributors like Arrow, Avnet, or Digi-Key.
Pinout
The EP3C80F780C6N is a Cyclone III FPGA from Intel (formerly Altera).
- Pin Count: 780 pins (FPGA package: F780)
- Key Functions:
- I/O Pins: 535 user I/Os (supports multiple standards: LVTTL, LVCMOS, LVDS, etc.)
- Logic Elements: ~81K LEs
- Memory: 3.6 Mb embedded RAM
- PLLs: 4 phase-locked loops for clock management
- Multipliers: 56 18x18 multipliers for DSP applications
This FPGA is designed for cost-sensitive, high-volume applications with moderate logic density.
- Pin Count: 780 pins (FPGA package: F780)
- Key Functions:
- I/O Pins: 535 user I/Os (supports multiple standards: LVTTL, LVCMOS, LVDS, etc.)
- Logic Elements: ~81K LEs
- Memory: 3.6 Mb embedded RAM
- PLLs: 4 phase-locked loops for clock management
- Multipliers: 56 18x18 multipliers for DSP applications
This FPGA is designed for cost-sensitive, high-volume applications with moderate logic density.
Application
The EP3C80F780C6N is a Cyclone III FPGA from Intel (formerly Altera). Its key application areas include:
- Embedded Systems: Used in industrial control, automation, and robotics.
- Communications: Signal processing, networking, and protocol bridging.
- Consumer Electronics: Video processing, display controllers, and IoT devices.
- Automotive: Infotainment and driver assistance systems.
- Medical Devices: Imaging and diagnostic equipment.
- Military/Aerospace: Ruggedized and low-power applications.
Its low power, high logic density, and cost-effectiveness make it suitable for diverse mid-range FPGA applications.
- Embedded Systems: Used in industrial control, automation, and robotics.
- Communications: Signal processing, networking, and protocol bridging.
- Consumer Electronics: Video processing, display controllers, and IoT devices.
- Automotive: Infotainment and driver assistance systems.
- Medical Devices: Imaging and diagnostic equipment.
- Military/Aerospace: Ruggedized and low-power applications.
Its low power, high logic density, and cost-effectiveness make it suitable for diverse mid-range FPGA applications.
Package
The EP3C80F780C6N is an FPGA from Intel's Cyclone III family. It comes in a 780-pin FineLine BGA (FBGA) package. This surface-mount package is designed for high-density applications, offering robust performance and thermal management. The "F780" in the part number indicates the 780-pin FBGA type.
