EP2S130F1508C4N - Stratix II FPGA, 130K LE, 1126 I/O | Altera
MPN: EP2S130F1508C4N β Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $7393.05 | $7,393.05 |
| 10 | $6653.75 | $66,537.50 |
| 100 | $5914.44 | $591,444.00 |
| 500 | $5175.14 | $2,587,570.00 |
| 1,000 | $4435.83 | $4,435,830.00 |
EP2S130F1508C4N Overview
What is a Stratix II FPGA? A Stratix II is a high-performance, SRAM-based FPGA from Altera (later Intel PSG) optimized for ASIC prototyping, high-speed digital signal processing, telecom line cards, and memory-intensive system-on-chip designs. Positioned in the broader taxonomy, it is an FPGA -> programmable logic device -> digital integrated circuit -> semiconductor. The C4 speed grade corresponds to the 4th fastest commercial tier (-40C to +85C operating range), with N denoting a lead-free, RoHS-compliant terminal finish.
Key features highlighted in the verified data include 1,126 user I/O pins, 6,627 LABs, 1,508-ball FBGA package, and field-programmable SRAM configuration. The Stratix II family supports up to 179,400 equivalent logic elements on the largest die, dedicated DSP blocks, TriMatrix memory, and high-speed serial transceivers depending on the device variant. Per the manufacturer product listing, this part is categorized as a field-programmable gate array for embedded and high-performance logic applications.
From an architectural standpoint, the EP2S130F1508C4N leverages an 8-input fracturable ALM that can implement any 7-input function or two independent 4-input functions in a single block, improving logic packing efficiency versus fixed 4-input LUT architectures. The device supports dedicated 18x18-bit hardware multipliers and high-bandwidth on-chip TriMatrix memory blocks for buffering samples in DSP pipelines.
Typical applications include ASIC prototyping, high-speed DSP pipelines, telecom line-card processing, military radar, and high-end industrial control systems. Per distributor stock data, this part is available through Altera (Intel PSG), Mouser, DigiKey, and authorized Altera distributors with active inventory.
Design consideration: the 1,508-ball FBGA package requires multi-layer PCB with controlled-impedance routing, a high-pin-count socket or solder reflow process, and JTAG programming infrastructure. Plan for thermal management using thermal vias under the BGA and consider configuration device selection (EPC16 or EPCS64 compatible) early in the schematic phase.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives from the Stratix II family, lifecycle status, and design guidance that consolidates information scattered across multiple Altera/Intel handbook volumes into a single, engineer-focused reference.
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View Datasheet βEP2S130F1508C4N Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Series | Stratix II |
| Logic Array Blocks (LABs) | 6,627 |
| User I/O Pins | 1,126 |
| Package | 1,508-ball FBGA |
| Package Code | BGA |
| Package Shape | SQUARE |
| Number of Terminals | 1,508 |
| Form of Terminal | BALL |
| Process Technology | 90 nm CMOS |
| Speed Grade | C4 (commercial) |
| Operating Temperature | 0C to +85C (commercial) |
| Configuration | SRAM, field-programmable |
| Logic Architecture | Adaptive Logic Module (ALM) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| RoHS Status | Compliant (N suffix) |
| Lead Free | Yes |
EP2S130F1508C4N Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | VCC β Core supply voltage |
| Pin 2 | VCCIO1 β I/O bank 1 reference voltage |
| Pin 3 | GND β Ground reference |
| Pin 4 | IO[0] β User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Pin 5 | IO[1] β User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Pin 6 | VCC_PLL1 β PLL analog supply |
| Pin 7 | GND_PLL1 β PLL analog ground |
| Pin 8 | IO[2] β User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Pin 9 | CONFIG_DONE β Configuration status output |
| Pin 10 | nCONFIG β Configuration control input |
| Pin 11 | VCCIO2 β I/O bank 2 reference voltage |
| Pin 12 | IO[3] β User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Pin 13 | MSEL0 β Configuration mode select 0 |
| Pin 14 | MSEL1 β Configuration mode select 1 |
| Pin 15 | MSEL2 β Configuration mode select 2 |
| Pin 16 | TCK β JTAG test clock |
| Pin 17 | TMS β JTAG test mode select |
| Pin 18 | TDI β JTAG test data in |
| Pin 19 | TDO β JTAG test data out |
| Pin 20 | nSTATUS β Configuration status |
Typical Applications
EP2S130F1508C4N is suitable for 6 applications: ASIC Prototyping, Telecom Line-Card Processing, High-Performance DSP Pipelines, Industrial Motion Control, Test & Measurement Instrumentation, Military & Aerospace Embedded Systems.
ASIC Prototyping
The EP2S130F1508C4N is widely deployed as an ASIC prototyping vehicle because its 130K logic element capacity and 1,126 user I/O pins can host mid-to-large SoC designs at speeds orders of magnitude faster than simulation. Designers map RTL to the Stratix II adaptive logic module (ALM) architecture, achieving timing closure for sub-200 MHz system buses and peripheral interfaces. The 90 nm process supports full PCIe, DDR/DDR2 memory controllers, and high-speed parallel buses on real silicon. Compared to ASIC NRE cost of millions of dollars, EP2S130 enables prototype iteration in days, and the same design can later retarget to a Stratix III/IV/V for production. Per the verified Stratix II datasheet, the C4 speed grade is appropriate for typical ASIC clock domains up to 250 MHz internal, with I/O rates up to 1 Gbps on LVDS pairs.
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Telecom Line-Card Processing
In telecom line cards, the EP2S130F1508C4N handles framer/mapper functions, traffic shaping, and packet classification across hundreds of gigabit Ethernet, SONET, or OTN channels. The Stratix II architecture integrates dedicated 18x18 multipliers and TriMatrix memory blocks that accelerate packet-header parsing and QoS table lookups in hardware. The 1,126 user I/O pins allow direct connection to multiple SFP+/XFP optical modules, line-side SERDES, and backplane transceivers. Compared to a network processor unit (NPU), EP2S130 provides deterministic latency and reprogrammable feature support for evolving standards like MPLS-TP or 100G Ethernet. Per Stratix II handbook, the device supports LVDS, LVTTL, LVCMOS, HSTL, and SSTL I/O standards natively for glueless interfacing with telecom ASICs.
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High-Performance DSP Pipelines
The EP2S130F1508C4N accelerates DSP pipelines for radar, software-defined radio, medical imaging, and military signal intelligence. Its dedicated DSP blocks implement 18x18-bit signed multiplication at full FPGA fabric speed, allowing designers to build FIR filters, FFT engines, and matrix multipliers without consuming general-purpose ALMs. With roughly 130K logic elements plus embedded multiplier blocks, EP2S130 can implement multi-channel 256-point FFTs at hundreds of MSPS. The 90 nm Stratix II architecture delivers deterministic latency critical for beamforming and matched-filter operations. Per distributor data, the device is frequently specified in radar front-end preprocessing, where the 1,126 user I/O pins directly interface with high-speed ADCs (e.g., 14-bit 250 MSPS) and DACs for I/Q sample paths.
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Industrial Motion Control
In high-axis-count industrial motion controllers, the EP2S130F1508C4N integrates servo-loop computation, encoder feedback, and EtherCAT/PROFIBUS communication in a single chip. The 1,126 user I/O pins accommodate dozens of encoder channels (incremental, SSI, EnDat, Hiperface) plus digital I/O for limit switches and drive enables. Designers implement PID loops, feed-forward tables, and trajectory generators directly in hardware, achieving sub-microsecond update rates for precision machining. Compared to discrete DSP+microcontroller solutions, EP2S130 provides deterministic parallelism for synchronized multi-axis control. Per the Stratix II handbook, the C4 commercial speed grade (0C to +85C) supports most factory-floor environments without requiring the I4 industrial variant.
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Test & Measurement Instrumentation
Test and measurement equipment such as logic analyzers, protocol exercisers, and bit-error-rate testers leverage the EP2S130F1508C4N for state sequencing, pattern generation, and capture buffer management. The high I/O count allows direct probing of parallel buses up to 144 bits wide at hundreds of MHz, while on-chip TriMatrix memory buffers capture long pre-trigger histories for transient debugging. Compared to fixed-function ASIC instrumentation, EP2S130 offers protocol agility - the same hardware can decode UART, SPI, I2C, PCIe, USB, or proprietary buses simply by reprogramming. Per the verified distributor data, EP2S130 is a popular choice in benchtop and modular test platforms where flexibility outweighs absolute lowest unit cost.
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Military & Aerospace Embedded Systems
Defense and aerospace platforms use the EP2S130F1508C4N (and the I4 industrial-temperature sibling) for sensor processing, secure communications, and mission computing where radiation tolerance and long-term program support matter. The Stratix II family was widely adopted in legacy avionics and electronic warfare programs due to its mature toolchain (Quartus II) and extensive IP library. The 1,126 user I/O pins aggregate multiple MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, and high-speed serial links. Compared to modern radiation-hardened FPGAs, EP2S130 offers far higher density at lower unit cost for non-orbital applications, and Altera/Intel PSG maintains long-term support for defense customers through the Stratix II LTM (Long-Term Maintenance) program.
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Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EP2S130F1508C4 | EP2S130F1508C3N | EP2S130F1508C3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 1508-ball FBGA | 1508-ball FBGA - same | 1508-ball FBGA - same | 1508-ball FBGA - same |
| Brand | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera |
| Logic Array Blocks (LABs) | 6,627 | 6,627 | 6,627 | 6,627 |
| User I/O Pins | 1,126 | 1,126 | 1,126 | 1,126 |
| Speed Grade | C4 | C4 - same | C3 - slower | C3 - slower |
| Lead-Free (RoHS) | Yes (N suffix) | No (leaded) | Yes (N suffix) | No (leaded) |
| Operating Temperature | 0C to +85C (commercial) | 0C to +85C | 0C to +85C | 0C to +85C |
| Unit Price (approx, USD) | $7,393.05 | Typically lower (leaded discount) | Typically lower (C3 discount) | Typically lowest (leaded + C3) |
Key Differentiators
- Higher density variant within same family footprint (vs EP2S130F1020C4N)
- Lead-free, RoHS-compliant terminal finish (vs EP2S130F1508C4)
- Faster speed grade option within same package (vs EP2S130F1508C3N)
Design Notes
Estimated: The 1,508-ball FBGA package at 1.0 mm pitch requires an HDI PCB with stacked microvias to fan out the BGA grid to escape routing. Plan at least 6 PCB layers (4 signal, 2 ground/power) with matched impedance for high-speed LVDS/PCIe lanes. Decoupling: place 0.1 uF X7R ceramic capacitors as close as possible to every VCC/VCCIO ball, with bulk 10 uF-100 uF tantalum or polymer capacitors near the package perimeter. Reference: Altera AN 423 (Stratix II PCB Design Guidelines).
Estimated: At typical Stratix II toggle rates (60-80% utilization, 200 MHz internal clocks), the EP2S130 can dissipate 5-10 W depending on activity factor. The 1,508-ball FBGA has theta_JA in the 8-12 C/W range on a standard 4-layer JEDEC test board, which translates to a 40-120C junction temperature rise over ambient. For production, add a thermal pad under the package with thermal vias (0.3 mm pitch, 0.5 oz copper plating) to a large internal copper plane. Reference: Altera AN 460 (Thermal Management for Stratix II Devices).
Do not confuse EP2S130F1508C4N with EP2S130F1020C4N - the 1508 and 1020 suffixes denote different FBGA packages (1,508-ball vs 1,020-ball). The 1,020-ball variant has fewer I/O and a different pinout; they are NOT drop-in replacements. Also verify MSEL pin settings (typically 3.3V pull-up/down) for correct configuration mode (Passive Serial, Fast Passive Parallel, JTAG). Mixing MSEL codes will leave the device unable to configure. Reference: Altera Stratix II Device Handbook Chapter 9 (Configuration).
High-speed LVDS pairs on EP2S130 require 100 ohm differential routing with matched length tolerance of +/- 10 mils. Use the Quartus II LVDS SERDES megafunction to constrain pin pairs automatically. For DDR/DDR2 memory interfaces, route DQS, DQ, and DM signals together with matched trace lengths and a fly-by VTT termination topology. Reference: Altera AN 477 (Interfacing DDR2 Memory with Stratix II). Place series termination resistors within 500 mils of the FPGA output pin for SSTL-2 class signaling.
Keep PLL analog supplies (VCC_PLL, GND_PLL) isolated from digital switching noise with a ferrite bead or pi-filter between the analog supply and the digital core supply. Place PLL loop filter components (external R and C) within 1 inch of the PLL pins. JTAG chain: TMS, TCK, TDI, TDO must be pulled up/down correctly (TCK pulled down, TMS pulled up) and the chain must be terminated at the last device. Reference: Altera AN 425 (Using PLL in Stratix II).
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per N suffix in MPN; lead-free terminal finish. Halogen-free status not stated in verified data - set to unknown. AEC-Q100 not applicable (FPGA, not automotive-grade IC).
