EPC1LC20AL3894 vs EPC1LC20-WCEC52 Comparison
Detailed side-by-side comparison of EPC1LC20AL3894 by Intel and EPC1LC20-WCEC52 by Altera. Compare key specifications, electrical parameters, packaging, lifecycle status, pricing, and availability to determine the best component for your design requirements.
Intel
EPC1LC20AL3894
EPC1LC20AL3894 - 1Mb FPGA Config PROM, 20-PLCC | Intel / Altera
EPC1LC20AL3894 ObsoleteAltera
EPC1LC20-WCEC52
EPC1LC20-WCEC52 - 1Mb OTP Config PROM, 20-PLCC | Altera
EPC1LC20-WCEC52 ObsoleteSpecification Comparison
| Parameter | EPC1LC20AL3894 | EPC1LC20-WCEC52 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Intel | Altera |
| Category | Memory ICs | Memory ICs |
| Lifecycle Status | Obsolete | Obsolete |
| Stock Status | In Stock | In Stock |
| Unit Price (USD) | $5.45 | $7.45 |
| Memory Type | OTP Configuration PROM (EPROM-based) | OTP Configuration PROM (Anti-fuse) |
| Memory Capacity | 1 Mbit (212,942 Γ 1-bit) | β |
| Supply Voltage (VCC) | 3.0 V to 3.6 V (3.3 V nominal) | 3.3 V |
| Configuration Clock Frequency | Up to 8 MHz | β |
| Configuration Interface | Serial (Altera standard 4-wire: DATA, DCLK, nCS, nINIT_CONF) | β |
| Package | 20-pin PLCC (J-lead) | 20-pin PLCC (J-lead, through-hole, 9x9 mm) |
| Package Dimensions | 9.0 Γ 9.0 Γ 4.5 mm (PLCC-20) | β |
| Operating Temperature | -40 Β°C to +85 Β°C (industrial) | -40C to +85C (industrial) |
| Programming Method | Factory / Altera programming service (one-time only) | β |
| Erasure | Windowed package supports UV erase (ceramic DIP variant); PLCC is OTP | β |
| Output Configuration | Serial data out on DCLK rising edge | β |
| Compatible FPGA Families | APEX, ACEX, FLEX 10K, MAX 7000S/AE/B, Cyclone (legacy) | Cyclone, Stratix, APEX, ACEX, MAX series |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount / Socket (PLCC socket compatible) | β |
| RoHS Status | Unknown β verify with manufacturer | [DATA_NEEDED: RoHS status] |
| Lifecycle Status | Obsolete (EOL announced by Altera / Intel PSG) | Obsolete (recommended replacement: EPCQ family or newer serial config devices) |
| Shipping Variant Suffix | AL3894 (tape-and-reel / specific Altera part marking) | β |
| Memory Size | β | 1 Mbit (1,048,576 bits) |
| Organization | β | 212,942 x 1 bit |
| Interface | β | Serial (Altera FPP/PS configuration protocol) |
| Configuration Clock (DCLK) | β | 8 MHz maximum |
| I/O Voltage Tolerance | β | 5.0 V (FPGA interface) |
| In-System Programmability | β | Yes (IEEE 1149.1 JTAG) |
| Programmability | β | One-Time Programmable (OTP) |
| Package Mounting | β | Through-hole (also accepts PLCC socket) |
| Lead-Free | β | [DATA_NEEDED: lead-free status] |
| Programming Interface | β | JTAG (IEEE Std 1149.1) ISP |
| Pin Count | β | 20 |