EP4CGX110DF31C7 - Cyclone IV GX FPGA, 109K LEs, 896-FBGA | Intel
MPN: EP4CGX110DF31C7 ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $440.02 | $440.02 |
| 10 | $396.02 | $3,960.20 |
| 50 | $352.02 | $17,601.00 |
| 100 | $308.01 | $30,801.00 |
| 500 | $264.01 | $132,005.00 |
EP4CGX110DF31C7 Overview
An FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) is a semiconductor device containing an array of configurable logic blocks (CLBs), programmable interconnects, and I/O cells that the engineer can re-program in-system to implement custom digital logic. Within the broader taxonomy, FPGAs sit under programmable logic devices (PLDs) -> logic ICs -> integrated circuits. Cyclone IV GX devices specifically target cost-sensitive, transceiver-equipped applications, sitting in the low-to-mid density tier below Cyclone V and Stratix families.
Key features include 56 (18x18) embedded multipliers for DSP acceleration, 4 PLLs for clock management, and 8 high-speed transceivers supporting PCI Express Gen1, Gigabit Ethernet, Serial RapidIO, and other serial protocols up to 3.125 Gbps. The device supports LVDS, LVTTL, LVCMOS, SSTL, and HSTL I/O standards with hot-socketing capability, allowing live insertion into backplanes.
Architecturally, the Cyclone IV GX family uses a 4-input LUT-based logic element fabric with column- and row-based interconnect, dedicated memory blocks (M9K) of 9 Kbits each, and dedicated DSP blocks. The 60 nm process and 1.2 V core operation deliver low static and dynamic power compared to the prior Cyclone III generation, making this family suitable for power-budgeted designs.
Typical applications include industrial video processing and machine vision, motor control and factory automation, wireline communication line cards, PCIe Gen1 endpoint cards, low-cost software-defined radio, and automotive driver assistance. The combination of transceivers, DSP blocks, and a rich logic fabric makes the EP4CGX110DF31C7 a versatile workhorse for cost-sensitive mid-density designs.
When designing with this FPGA, plan power sequencing for the 1.2 V core, 2.5 V/3.3 V analog PLL, and I/O bank supplies separately. Use Quartus II / Quartus Prime for synthesis and place-and-route. Provide adequate thermal relief on the FBGA land pattern and follow Intel's PCB layout guidelines for transceiver channel integrity.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, same-family alternatives (EP4CGX110DF27C7, EP4CGX110CF23C7), cross-brand pin-compatible parts, and practical Quartus design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone.
Drop-in alternatives for EP4CGX110DF31C7 — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
Variants in this series
Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with EP4CGX110DF31C7 (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Speed Grade, Package, Embedded Memory, Family, Logic Elements.
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View Datasheet →EP4CGX110DF31C7 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Family | Cyclone IV GX |
| Series | EP4CGX110 |
| Logic Elements (LEs) | 109,424 |
| System Gates | 5,621,760 |
| User I/O Pins | 475 |
| Embedded Memory | 5490 Kbits (M9K blocks) |
| Embedded Multipliers (18x18) | 56 |
| Transceiver Channels | 8 |
| Max Transceiver Data Rate | 3.125 Gbps |
| PLLs | 4 |
| Core Voltage | 1.2 V |
| Process Technology | 60 nm |
| Package | 896-FBGA |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Speed Grade | 7 |
EP4CGX110DF31C7 896-fbga Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for EP4CGX110DF31C7 (896-fbga 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 EP4CGX110DF31C7.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
EP4CGX110DF31C7 is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Machine Vision & Video Processing, PCI Express Gen1 Endpoint Cards, Motor Control & Factory Automation, Wireline Communication Line Cards, Software-Defined Radio Baseband, Automotive Driver Assistance (ADAS) Pre-Processing.
Industrial Machine Vision & Video Processing
The EP4CGX110DF31C7 fits industrial machine vision because 109,424 LEs and 56 (18x18) hardware multipliers sustain real-time pixel pipelines for GigE Vision, CoaXPress, and Camera Link HS aggregation. The 5490 Kbits of M9K embedded memory buffer line-scan and area-scan frames without external SRAM, while 475 user I/O accommodate parallel CMOS sensors, LVDS serializer/deserializer interfaces, and HDMI/DVI outputs. Performance consideration: at typical 148.5 MHz pixel clock on a 1080p60 pipeline, the FPGA consumes ~2-3 W dynamic power with the 1.2 V core; the FBGA package theta-JA of approximately 12 C/W keeps the junction well below 100 C in normal factory-floor ambient.
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PCI Express Gen1 Endpoint Cards
The EP4CGX110DF31C7 is widely used in PCIe Gen1 endpoint cards because it includes 8 built-in transceiver channels up to 3.125 Gbps with hard PCIe IP blocks per the Cyclone IV GX datasheet. The 109K LEs implement custom endpoint logic, DMA engines, and protocol accelerators while the hard PCIe block handles the PHY and link layer with minimal soft logic overhead. Performance consideration: a x1 Gen1 link delivers 250 MB/s in each direction; a x4 Gen1 link delivers ~1 GB/s aggregate. The 475 user I/O are sufficient for downstream local bus interfaces (parallel DDR2, LVDS, GPIO) to companion ASICs or FPGAs.
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Motor Control & Factory Automation
The EP4CGX110DF31C7 fits motor control and factory automation because its 4 PLLs generate precise PWM frequencies for multi-axis servo drives, while 475 user I/O connect to encoder feedback (QEP), Hall sensors, and resolver-to-digital converters. The hardware multipliers accelerate field-oriented control (FOC) and Park/Clarke transforms in the current loop at sub-microsecond latency. Performance consideration: at 100 MHz system clock with 4 axes of FOC at 32 kHz PWM, the FPGA core draws ~1.5 W. The industrial temperature-grade variant (suffix I7N) operates from -40 C to +100 C ambient suitable for cabinet-mounted drives.
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Wireline Communication Line Cards
The EP4CGX110DF31C7 supports wireline line cards because its 8 transceivers handle 1G/2.5G Ethernet, Serial RapidIO, and CPRI links to baseband or framer ASICs. The 109K LEs implement link-layer aggregation, packet classification, and traffic management while the 5490 Kbits of embedded memory serves as on-chip buffer for packet scheduling. Performance consideration: the 896-FBGA exposes the full transceiver count and all I/O banks required for redundant SFP/SFP+ cage interfaces plus backplane SERDES links. Hard PCS and PMA blocks minimize soft logic and timing closure risk on multi-lane designs.
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Software-Defined Radio Baseband
The EP4CGX110DF31C7 fits software-defined radio baseband because 56 (18x18) hardware multipliers accelerate FFT/iFFT and channelization filters, while 8 transceivers digitize IF signals up to 3.125 Gbps from ADC/DAC front-ends. The 5490 Kbits of M9K memory hold FFT twiddle tables and channelizer coefficient banks on-chip. Performance consideration: a 64-point complex FFT at 200 MHz sample rate fits in ~30K LEs and runs in ~3 us latency. The 1.2 V core at 60 nm keeps dynamic power under 3 W for typical SDR waveforms.
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Automotive Driver Assistance (ADAS) Pre-Processing
The EP4CGX110DF31C7 suits ADAS pre-processing because it aggregates multiple camera streams via LVDS, performs object detection pre-filters in hardware, and forwards annotated frames to a downstream processor via PCIe. The 475 user I/O accommodate 4-6 parallel camera interfaces plus automotive Ethernet MAC interfaces. Performance consideration: AEC-Q100 qualification is NOT specified for this commercial-speed-grade part; for AEC-Q100-qualified applications, choose an automotive-qualified Cyclone IV GX variant (EP4CGX110 part numbers with automotive suffix per Intel's product family ordering guide). The 1.2 V core and 60 nm process deliver low standby current suitable for always-on ADAS subsystems.
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Engineering reference data for EP4CGX110DF31C7 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EP4CGX110DF31C6N | EP4CGX110DF27C7N | EP4CGX110CF23C7N | EP4CGX110DF27C8N |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel |
| Package | 896-FBGA (F31) | 896-FBGA (F31) - same | 672-FBGA (F27) - smaller | 484-FBGA (F23) - smaller | 672-FBGA (F27) - smaller |
| Logic Elements | 109,424 | 109,424 - same | 109,424 - same | 109,424 - same | 109,424 - same |
| User I/O Pins | 475 | 475 - same | ~310 - smaller package | ~290 - smaller package | ~310 - smaller package |
| Transceiver Channels | 8 | 8 - same | 8 - same | 8 (limited package balls) | 8 - same |
| Embedded Multipliers | 56 (18x18) | 56 - same | 56 - same | 56 - same | 56 - same |
| Speed Grade | 7 | 6 (slower) | 7 - same | 7 - same | 8 (faster) |
| Core Voltage | 1.2 V | 1.2 V - same | 1.2 V - same | 1.2 V - same | 1.2 V - same |
Key Differentiators
- Maximum user I/O count in the EP4CGX110 family (vs EP4CGX110DF27C7N)
- Maximum transceiver count exposed (vs EP4CGX110CF23C7N)
- Speed grade 7 sweet spot for cost/performance (vs EP4CGX110DF31C8N)
Design Notes
Cyclone IV GX EP4CGX110 devices require four separate supply rails: 1.2 V core (VCCINT), 2.5 V analog PLL (VCCA_PLL), 1.2 V transceiver supply (VCCH_GXB), and per-bank I/O voltages (VCCIO) typically 1.2 V-3.3 V. Power sequencing must follow Intel's reference: VCCINT must rise before VCCA_PLL and VCCH_GXB by no more than 200 ms per the Cyclone IV GX handbook. Estimated: a fully-utilized EP4CGX110 with all 8 transceivers active at 3.125 Gbps draws ~3-4 W total power; derate for industrial temperature envelope. Use Intel's PowerPlay Early Power Estimator (EPE) spreadsheet before finalizing the power tree.
The 896-FBGA FineLine BGA package requires a microvia PCB stack-up (e.g., 1+N+1 with 4-mil laser vias and 8-mil capture pads) to fan out the 1.0 mm pitch balls. Estimated: trace escape routing requires at least 6 routing layers for the BGA plus 2-4 additional layers for high-speed transceiver channels. Place AC-coupling capacitors within 200 mils of each transceiver TX/RX ball pair per Intel's Cyclone IV GX PCB layout guidelines. Use 100-ohm differential routing for all 8 transceiver channels with length matching to within 5 mils intra-pair and 50 mils inter-pair.
Do NOT use EP4CGX110DF31C7 (commercial speed grade) in automotive applications without AEC-Q100 qualification - the part does not carry automotive-grade certification per Intel's product ordering guide. For AEC-Q100 needs, select the industrial temperature variant (EP4CGX110DF31I7N) only as a prototype step and confirm AEC-Q100 status with Intel FAE before production. Common configuration pitfall: failing to drive nCONFIG high after power-up completion leaves the FPGA in reset state with all I/O tri-stated. Verify CONF_DONE signal behavior in your schematic review.
Estimated: the 896-FBGA package has a typical theta-JA of approximately 12 C/W with standard 1 oz copper and adequate airflow. At 3 W total power dissipation, the junction temperature rises ~36 C above ambient, giving a 100 C junction at 64 C ambient. For industrial enclosures without forced airflow, drop to speed grade 6 (EP4CGX110DF31C6N) to reduce dynamic power by 20-30% or implement thermal throttling in firmware via temperature-sense diodes built into the FPGA.
Compliance Information
RoHS, REACH, lead-free, and halogen-free status not in verified web data and marked unknown. AEC-Q100 NOT qualified per commercial speed-grade designation; for automotive applications consult Intel FAE for AEC-Q100-qualified part numbers.
