EP2C20F484C8 is a multifunctional FPGA (field-programmable gate array) device from the Altera Cyclone® II series (currently part of the Intel® Programmable Solutions Group).This chip has been specially designed with low power consumption, cost efficiency and reliable logic performance in mind and is the ideal choice for the development of embedded systems, industrial automation, communications and signal processing.
Cyclone II devices, such as the EP2C20F484C8, are particularly suitable for applications where price and board size are critical factors without sacrificing performance.
Technical specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Part Number | EP2C20F484C8 |
| Family | Cyclone® II |
| Logic Elements (LEs) | 18,752 |
| Embedded Multipliers | 52 (18×18) |
| Embedded RAM | 239 Kbits (52 M4K blocks) |
| I/O Pins | Up to 315 |
| PLL Clock Inputs | 4 PLLs for clock management |
| Package | 484-pin FineLine BGA (FBGA) |
| Operating Voltage | 1.2V core, 3.3V I/O |
| Temperature Range | Commercial (0°C to +85°C) |
| Speed Grade | C8 (Standard performance) |
🔗 Cyclone II FPGA Family Overview – Intel
Key features
- ✅ Low-cost FPGA, medium logic density
- ✅ Suitable for logic control, DSP and bridge interface
- ✅ On-chip PLL for advanced clock control
- ✅ Supports multiple I/O standards, including LVTTL, LVCMOS and SSTL
- ✅ In-system programmability via JTAG
- ✅ Long product life and high availability
Typical applications for EP2C20F484C8
- Industrial automation and motion control
- Logic controllers and interfaces
- High-speed data acquisition and processing
- Servo motors and robot control
The EP2C20F484C8 provides predictable real-time control, which is extremely important for industrial performance.
- Communication devices
- Protocol bridge (Ethernet, SPI, UART, CAN)
- Basic signal processing
- Network synchronization and clock distribution
With an integrated PLL in the FPGA and a flexible logic structure, it is the ideal choice for communication and networking systems.
- Embedded computing and consumer electronics
- Printer, scanner or display drivers
- Audio/video synchronization, signal routing and signal filtering
- Integrated coprocessors running concurrently with the microcontroller
The integrated BGA design and low power consumption of this device make it ideal for small integrated systems.
- Platforms for education and prototype development
- FPGA development boards and universal kits
- Digital logic experiments and HDL training
- Economical platform for teaching VHDL/Verilog
Their simplicity and low cost make them an ideal choice for FPGA laboratories and practical training for beginners.
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