10CL055YU484I7G - 55K LE Cyclone 10 LP FPGA | Intel | 484-UBGA
MPN: 10CL055YU484I7G ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $48.5 | $48.50 |
| 10 | $45.2 | $452.00 |
| 100 | $41.85 | $4,185.00 |
| 500 | $38.4 | $19,200.00 |
| 1,000 | $35.1 | $35,100.00 |
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View Datasheet →10CL055YU484I7G Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Family | Cyclone 10 LP |
| Logic Elements | 55,856 |
| Embedded Memory Bits | 2,396,160 bits |
| M9K Memory Blocks | 260 |
| Maximum User I/Os | 321 |
| DSP Blocks (18x18 multipliers) | 156 |
| PLLs | 4 |
| Global Clock Networks | 20 |
| Process Technology | 60 nm low-power CMOS |
| Package | 484-ball UBGA (Ultra FineLine BGA), 19 mm x 19 mm |
| Speed Grade | -7 (I7, industrial) |
| Operating Junction Temperature | -40C to +100C |
| Core Voltage (VCCINT) | 1.0V (typical), 1.1V nominal |
| I/O Voltage (VCCIO) | 1.2V to 3.3V (bank-dependent) |
| Configuration Modes | JTAG, AS, PS, FPP |
| LVDS Data Rate | Up to 875 Mbps per channel |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| MSL Level | 3 (per JEDEC J-STD-020) |
10CL055YU484I7G 484-ball ubga (ultra fineline bga), 19 mm x 19 mm Pin Configuration Guide
Complete pinout information for 10CL055YU484I7G (484-ball ubga (ultra fineline bga), 19 mm x 19 mm package). This digital IC includes GPIO, communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C), and power pins. Refer to the manufacturer datasheet for alternate pin functions and configuration options. Essential for embedded system design and PCB layout.
No detailed pinout data available for 10CL055YU484I7G.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Safe Operating Area (SOA) & Thermal Characteristics
No official SOA curve available for this digital IC. Always operate within absolute maximum ratings specified in the datasheet. Ensure adequate cooling and derate as needed.
Typical Applications
10CL055YU484I7G is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Machine Vision and Image Processing, Low-Cost Video Format Conversion and Display Bridging, Industrial Motor Control and Servo Drive, IoT Edge Aggregation and Protocol Bridging, Portable Test and Measurement Equipment, Legacy CPLD and ASIC Replacement.
Industrial Machine Vision and Image Processing
The 10CL055YU484I7G is well-suited for industrial machine vision applications thanks to its 55,856 logic elements, 156 18x18 DSP multipliers, and 321 user I/Os in a 484-UBGA package. Designers typically implement Bayer-to-RGB demosaicing, edge detection (Sobel/Canny), and histogram equalization in fabric, while the 2.39 Mbit of M9K memory provides line buffers and frame buffering for sensors up to 1080p60. The four PLLs generate independent pixel clocks, memory clocks, and GigE Vision timing without external clock generators. Quartus Prime's DSP Builder accelerates filter design, and the 875 Mbps LVDS support enables direct connection to LVDS-based Camera Link or MIPI CSI-2 deserializer bridges, reducing BOM cost versus DSP+MCU split architectures.
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Low-Cost Video Format Conversion and Display Bridging
The 10CL055YU484I7G efficiently handles video format conversion between HDMI, DisplayPort, LVDS, and RGB interfaces, leveraging its eight I/O banks with mixed-voltage support (1.2V-3.3V). The 484-UBGA package exposes 321 user I/Os, sufficient for 24-bit color interfaces plus control signals and external DDR2/DDR3 memory for frame buffering. The M9K memory blocks implement line buffers and color-space conversion FIFOs at rates up to 315 MHz. With 156 DSP blocks, scaling algorithms (bilinear, bicubic) and chroma upsampling fit comfortably in fabric. Industrial -I7 temperature grade supports commercial signage, Kiosks, and digital signage installations operating from -40C to +100C junction.
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Industrial Motor Control and Servo Drive
The 10CL055YU484I7G implements field-oriented control (FOC) loops for multi-axis servo drives by leveraging its 156 DSP blocks for Park/Clarke transforms and PI controllers running at 50-100 kHz control loops. The four PLLs generate phase-shifted PWM carrier frequencies up to 200 kHz from a single crystal reference, while the 20 global clock networks distribute these to all motor control modules with low skew. Hardware quadrature encoder interfaces fit in fabric using LVDS-capable I/O, and the device's industrial temperature range handles harsh factory-floor environments. Quartus Prime Qsys system integration tool reduces development time for multi-axis controllers.
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IoT Edge Aggregation and Protocol Bridging
The 10CL055YU484I7G serves as a high-throughput gateway aggregating multiple fieldbus protocols (CAN, RS-485, SPI, I2C) into a single Ethernet or USB uplink. With 55,856 logic elements and 321 I/Os, it supports up to 16 simultaneous UART channels, 8 SPI masters, and 4 CAN-FD controllers in fabric, all running concurrently with deterministic latency. The 4 PLLs generate independent baud-rate clocks from a single reference, and the device's low static power (~80 mW typical) suits always-on edge nodes. Quartus Prime's Platform Designer simplifies integration of the soft IP cores, reducing firmware complexity versus discrete MCU implementations.
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Portable Test and Measurement Equipment
The 10CL055YU484I7G is well-suited for portable oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and protocol analyzers due to its high LVDS data-rate capability (875 Mbps) for high-bandwidth acquisition channels. The 2.39 Mbit of embedded memory captures multiple acquisition frames without external buffer, and the 156 DSP blocks implement real-time FFT, decimation, and filtering at hundreds of MSPS. The 484-UBGA's 19x19 mm footprint fits handheld instrument form factors, and the device's 1.0V core reduces battery drain. Quartus Prime supports integration of soft IP cores such as PCIe Gen2 hard IP (via external PHY) and USB 3.0 controllers for high-speed host interfaces.
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Legacy CPLD and ASIC Replacement
The 10CL055YU484I7G is a drop-in modern replacement for legacy CPLDs (MAX 3000/7000) and small ASICs in industrial control boards, replacing end-of-life programmable logic with a faster, more capable Cyclone 10 LP FPGA. Its 55,856 logic elements exceed typical CPLD capacity by 10-100x while maintaining single-chip simplicity, and the 484-UBGA package offers flexible migration paths from larger QFP packages via Intel reference layouts. Designers preserve JTAG-based ISP workflows through the device's standard JTAG configuration mode. Quartus Prime migration tools import legacy MAX+PLUS II or Quartus II projects, preserving VHDL/Verilog source and pin assignments where possible.
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Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | 10CL055YU484C8G | 10CL055YU484C6G | 10CL055YU484A7G | 10CL040YU484I7G | 10CL016YU484I7G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 484-UBGA (19x19 mm) | 484-UBGA (same) | 484-UBGA (same) | 484-UBGA (same) | 484-UBGA (same) | 484-UBGA (same) |
| Brand | Altera (Intel) | Altera (Intel) | Altera (Intel) | Altera (Intel) | Altera (Intel) | Altera (Intel) |
| Logic Elements | 55,856 | 55,856 (same die) | 55,856 (same die) | 55,856 (same die) | 39,600 (-29%) | 15,408 (-72%) |
| Embedded Memory Bits | 2,396,160 bits | 2,396,160 (same) | 2,396,160 (same) | 2,396,160 (same) | 1,134,720 bits (-53%) | 516,096 bits (-78%) |
| DSP Blocks (18x18) | 156 | 156 (same) | 156 (same) | 156 (same) | 56 (-64%) | 56 (-64%) |
| Maximum User I/Os | 321 | 321 (same) | 321 (same) | 321 (same) | 321 (same) | 321 (same) |
| Speed Grade | -7 (Industrial) | -8 (Commercial, faster) | -6 (Commercial, slower) | -7 (Automotive) | -7 (Industrial) | -7 (Industrial) |
| Approx. Unit Price (qty 1000) | $35.10 | ~$33.50 | ~$32.00 | ~$42.00 | ~$28.50 | ~$22.00 |
Key Differentiators
- Lowest-cost 55K-LE Cyclone 10 LP variant in 484-UBGA (vs 10CL080YU484I7G)
- Highest I/O count in 484-UBGA across Cyclone 10 LP family (vs 10CL040YU484I7G)
- Industrial temperature range vs commercial-only variants (vs 10CL055YU484C8G)
Design Notes
Estimated: At 100% logic utilization, typical toggle rate, and 25C ambient, the 10CL055YU484I7G dissipates approximately 1.2-1.8W of total power (static + dynamic). The 484-UBGA package requires thermal vias in a 4x4 staggered pattern under the central die region, connecting top-layer copper to an internal ground plane. Without thermal vias, junction-to-ambient thermal resistance exceeds 20 C/W, potentially triggering thermal throttling at high ambient temperatures. Industrial designs targeting 70C+ ambient should specify a minimum 4-layer PCB with dedicated thermal pad.
Place decoupling capacitors (0.1uF X7R 0402 or 0201) within 2 mm of each VCCINT, VCCA, and VCCIO pin, plus a bulk 10uF X5R 0805 within 10 mm of each bank supply. Route all configuration signals (TCK, TMS, TDI, TDO, nSTATUS, CONF_DONE, nCONFIG) with 50-ohm controlled impedance and length matching to within 100 mil. Maintain at least 3W/3W (width/spacing) clearance between high-speed LVDS pairs and noisy switching signals to minimize crosstalk. Per Intel's Cyclone 10 LP hardware design guidelines, all VCC pins must be connected even if unused, with all GND balls soldered to a solid ground plane.
Do not mix 1.5V and 1.8V VCCIO standards in the same I/O bank without isolating through a level shifter or re-banking the design. The configuration mode pins MSEL[3:0] must be tied to specific patterns for AS/PS/FPP/JTAG modes; incorrect settings result in configuration failure. When migrating from a -7 industrial speed grade to -8 commercial, validate timing margins since commercial parts have tighter timing but reduced operating temperature range. The 484-UBGA requires X-ray inspection during PCB assembly to verify BGA solder joint integrity - DO NOT rely on optical inspection alone.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per Intel product declaration. For AEC-Q100 automotive qualification, choose the 10CL055YU484A7G variant. Halogen-free and lead-free per Intel manufacturing standards.
