Model No: EP2C8F256C8N
Altera EP2C8F256C8N
Manufacturer: Altera
SEMICON NO.: EP2C8F256C8N
Package: 256-FBGA
Stock: In stock
Description: IC FPGA 182 I/O 165888 RAM 516 LABs
SEMICON NO.: EP2C8F256C8N
Package: 256-FBGA
Stock: In stock
Description: IC FPGA 182 I/O 165888 RAM 516 LABs
Quantity :
| Mfr | Altera |
| Product Family | Cyclone® II |
| Device Type | FPGA |
| Logic Elements (LEs) / Cells | 8,256 |
| Logic Array Blocks (LABs) | 516 |
| Total RAM Bits | 165,888 bits |
| Memory Blocks | 36 M4K blocks |
| Phase-Locked Loops (PLLs) | 2 |
| Maximum User I/O Pins | 182 |
| Maximum Clock Frequency | Up to 402.58 MHz |
| Core Supply Voltage (Vccint) | 1.15 V to 1.25 V |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 85°C |
| Package | 256-FBGA |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Compliance | RoHS Compliant |
EP2C8F256C8N Cyclone II FPGA
The EP2C8F256C8N is a Cyclone® II family FPGA built on 90 nm process technology, offering 8,256 logic elements (LEs) and 182 user I/O pins in a compact 256-BGA package. Operating from a 1.2 V core supply (1.15 V to 1.25 V range) with support for 1.5 V, 1.8 V, 2.5 V, and 3.3 V I/O standards, it provides a balanced mix of logic density and I/O flexibility for cost-sensitive applications. The device integrates 165,888 bits (162 Kbit) of embedded RAM via 36 M4K memory blocks and 18 embedded 18×18 multipliers for DSP processing, achieving internal clock speeds up to 402 MHz. It is specified for the commercial temperature range (0°C to +85°C junction) and supports in-system programming via SRAM configuration, making it a versatile logic integration platform for legacy and mid-range designs.
The EP2C8F256C8N is widely used in industrial automation systems, including motor control interfaces, sensor fusion, and PLC I/O expansion cards. Its I/O flexibility makes it ideal for communication bridge functions (e.g., translating between parallel buses, serial protocols like SPI/I²C, and LVDS video). It is also found in legacy consumer electronics, automotive infotainment interfaces, and medical monitoring equipment where custom logic, state machines, or DSP co-processing are required to offload the main CPU.
Sourcing this FPGA for production sustainment or legacy repairs requires a distributor with deep inventory and shortage management expertise. Semicone specializes in emergency and shortage IC solutions, providing access to verified, traceable stock of Intel/Altera FPGAs and acting as a full-category semiconductor distributor to secure critical legacy components.
Alternative FPGA Solutions
1. EP2C5F256C8N: A smaller variant in the same package with ~5,000 LEs and fewer multipliers, suitable for designs with lower logic utilization.
2. EP2C8Q208C8N: The same 8K LE density in a 208-pin QFP package, offering easier assembly and rework for prototypes or lower-layer-count PCBs.
3. EP3C5E144C8N (Cyclone III): A newer-generation 40 nm FPGA with similar logic capacity but lower power consumption and enhanced memory support.
4. LCMXO2-7000HC-4TG144C (Lattice MachXO2): A non-volatile, low-cost alternative with ~7K LUTs and instant-on capability, ideal for control-oriented applications.
The EP2C8F256C8N is a Cyclone® II family FPGA built on 90 nm process technology, offering 8,256 logic elements (LEs) and 182 user I/O pins in a compact 256-BGA package. Operating from a 1.2 V core supply (1.15 V to 1.25 V range) with support for 1.5 V, 1.8 V, 2.5 V, and 3.3 V I/O standards, it provides a balanced mix of logic density and I/O flexibility for cost-sensitive applications. The device integrates 165,888 bits (162 Kbit) of embedded RAM via 36 M4K memory blocks and 18 embedded 18×18 multipliers for DSP processing, achieving internal clock speeds up to 402 MHz. It is specified for the commercial temperature range (0°C to +85°C junction) and supports in-system programming via SRAM configuration, making it a versatile logic integration platform for legacy and mid-range designs.
The EP2C8F256C8N is widely used in industrial automation systems, including motor control interfaces, sensor fusion, and PLC I/O expansion cards. Its I/O flexibility makes it ideal for communication bridge functions (e.g., translating between parallel buses, serial protocols like SPI/I²C, and LVDS video). It is also found in legacy consumer electronics, automotive infotainment interfaces, and medical monitoring equipment where custom logic, state machines, or DSP co-processing are required to offload the main CPU.
Sourcing this FPGA for production sustainment or legacy repairs requires a distributor with deep inventory and shortage management expertise. Semicone specializes in emergency and shortage IC solutions, providing access to verified, traceable stock of Intel/Altera FPGAs and acting as a full-category semiconductor distributor to secure critical legacy components.
Alternative FPGA Solutions
1. EP2C5F256C8N: A smaller variant in the same package with ~5,000 LEs and fewer multipliers, suitable for designs with lower logic utilization.
2. EP2C8Q208C8N: The same 8K LE density in a 208-pin QFP package, offering easier assembly and rework for prototypes or lower-layer-count PCBs.
3. EP3C5E144C8N (Cyclone III): A newer-generation 40 nm FPGA with similar logic capacity but lower power consumption and enhanced memory support.
4. LCMXO2-7000HC-4TG144C (Lattice MachXO2): A non-volatile, low-cost alternative with ~7K LUTs and instant-on capability, ideal for control-oriented applications.
