ALTERA EPF10K20T144-4N
ALTERA EPF10K20T144-4N

ALTERA EPF10K20T144-4N

  • 10,000 usable gates with 576 macrocells
  • 4ns maximum combinatorial path delay
  • 208-pin hermetic ceramic quad flat package (QFP)
  • MIL-STD-883 qualified for aerospace applications
  • In-system programmability with JTAG interface
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ALTERA EPF10K10QI208-4N | FLEX 10K Series | 10,000 Gates, 4ns Speed Grade | Aerospace-Grade FPGA

Features

  • 10,000 usable gates with 576 macrocells
  • 4ns maximum combinatorial path delay
  • 208-pin hermetic ceramic quad flat package (QFP)
  • MIL-STD-883 qualified for aerospace applications
  • In-system programmability with JTAG interface

Product Introduction

Radar and electronic warfare systems demand components that deliver consistent performance under extreme environmental conditions while handling complex signal processing tasks. The ALTERA EPF10K10QI208-4N is a field-programmable gate array (FPGA) purpose-built to meet these rigorous requirements. As part of the proven FLEX 10K series, this device balances high logic density with fast signal processing capabilities, making it suitable for demanding aerospace and defense applications.
This aerospace-grade FPGA offers designers the flexibility to implement custom digital logic solutions that can be reconfigured in the field, reducing system upgrade costs and lead times. Its hermetic ceramic package ensures reliable operation in harsh environments, including extreme temperatures, vibration, and radiation exposure commonly encountered in aerospace missions.

The Altera EPF10K20T144-4N is a FLEX 10K family FPGA — 20,000 typical system gates, 1,152 LEs, 6 EABs (2,048 bits each = 12,288 total RAM bits) — in the compact 144-pin TQFP package, commercial temperature (0°C to +85°C), speed grade −4. Compared to the EPF10K10QI208-4N, the EPF10K20 doubles the LEs and EABs at the same 5.0V supply and FLEX 10K architecture, while the T144 TQFP package reduces PCB footprint versus the 208-pin PQFP — at the cost of fewer available user I/Os (102 in T144 vs. 147 in QC208).

EPF10K20 Package Options — Footprint vs. I/O Trade-off

PackagePinsTypeMax User I/OsTemp GradeNotes
T144 (this OPN)144TQFP102Commercial (C)Smallest footprint
QC208208PQFP147Commercial (C)More I/Os
QI208208PQFP147Industrial (I)−40°C to +85°C
RC208208RQFP147Commercial (C)Heat sink compatible

The T144 package is specified when PCB space is the binding constraint and the design’s I/O count fits within 102 pins — common in embedded control, bus interface, and moderate-complexity glue logic applications. The −4N designation confirms commercial temperature (0°C to +85°C), speed grade −4 (slowest commercial), and lead-free construction. Like all FLEX 10K devices, the EPF10K20 is a mature legacy part procured primarily for MRO and legacy board repair. For new designs requiring comparable density in a 144-pin TQFP, the Cyclone IV E EP4CE15 (15,408 LEs, M9K blocks, 60nm, 1.2V core) is the modern equivalent.


FAQ

What does EPF10K20T144-4N decode to?

EPF10K = FLEX 10K family; 20 = 20,000-gate / 1,152 LE class; T = TQFP package; 144 = 144 pins; −4 = speed grade 4 (slowest commercial); N = lead-free.

What is the difference between EPF10K20T144-4N and EPF10K10QI208-4N?

Two key differences: (1) EPF10K20 has 1,152 LEs and 6 EABs vs. 576 LEs and 3 EABs for EPF10K10 — twice the logic and memory density; (2) EPF10K20T144 is commercial temperature in a 144-TQFP, while EPF10K10QI208 is industrial temperature in a 208-PQFP. Both use 5.0V supply and speed grade −4.

How many user I/Os does EPF10K20 provide in the T144 package?

Up to 102 user I/Os. For more I/Os at the same logic density, the QC208 or QI208 package provides 147 user I/Os.

What I/O voltage standards does EPF10K20 support?

5.0V TTL and 3.3V CMOS (MultiVolt I/O). FLEX 10KA variants add 5.0V-tolerant inputs for 3.3V PCI compliance; the standard FLEX 10K EPF10K20 is a 5V device.

Does EPF10K20 include a PLL or clock management circuit?

FLEX 10K includes optional ClockLock (PLL) and ClockBoost (frequency multiplier) circuitry. Four dedicated global clock networks distribute low-skew clock signals across the device.

Is there a modern drop-in replacement for EPF10K20T144-4N?

No pin-compatible drop-in exists — FLEX 10K is a legacy architecture with no modern pin-compatible successor. For PCB redesigns, Cyclone IV E (EP4CE15 in similar package sizes) provides the closest functional equivalent with 15K LEs, M9K memory blocks, and full Quartus Prime support.

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