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EPF10K30ATI144-2 - 30K-Gate FLEX 10KA FPGA, 144-TQFP | Altera

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EPF10K30ATI144-2 Overview

The Altera (Intel Programmable Solutions Group) EPF10K30ATI144-2 is a member of the FLEX 10KA family of CMOS SRAM-based Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) integrating approximately 30,000 typical gates, 1,728 logic elements, and 12,288 RAM bits in a 144-pin Plastic Quad Flat Pack (TQFP) package. The -2 speed grade and 'I' (industrial) temperature suffix make this device a moderate-performance, extended-temperature variant aimed at glue-logic, bus-interface, and state-machine consolidation designs.

An FPGA is a semiconductor device built around a matrix of configurable logic blocks (CLBs) connected through programmable interconnect and surrounded by programmable I/O cells. Unlike ASICs, FPGAs are manufactured in volume and customized at the customer's bench via a configuration bitstream loaded into on-chip SRAM at power-up. The FLEX 10KA family extends the original FLEX 10K architecture by adding embedded array blocks (EABs) that implement dedicated on-chip memory, doubling usable on-chip RAM to 12,288 bits and enabling true single-chip implementations of small FIFOs, register files, and lookup tables alongside general logic.

Key features of the EPF10K30ATI144-2 include 246 user I/O pins distributed across six I/O banks, an embedded array of 12 EABs delivering up to 12,288 bits of fast synchronous RAM, JTAG-based IEEE 1149.1 boundary-scan test support, multi-volt I/O compatibility with 5.0 V, 3.3 V, and 2.5 V interfaces, and in-system programmability through the Altera MAX+PLUS II or Quartus development flow. The 144-pin TQFP footprint offers a compact, low-cost PCB integration path.

Typical applications span industrial control, glue logic for microprocessor and DSP subsystems, peripheral and bus interfacing, low-volume prototyping bridges to ASIC migration, and telecommunication line-card glue logic. Compared with later Cyclone families, the FLEX 10KA uses older 0.42 µm CMOS, four-metal-layer process technology and consumes higher static current; it remains attractive only for legacy board respins, long-life industrial platforms, and cost-sensitive retrofits.

When designing with this device, provide a clean 5.0 V core supply, decoupling with at least one 0.1 µF ceramic capacitor per supply supply pin, and a configuration PROM or microcontroller to load the bitstream at power-up. Verify all JTAG signals are pulled to defined states during board bring-up to prevent accidental reprogramming in noisy environments.

This page synthesizes verified distributor availability, same-family drop-in alternatives, lifecycle context, and practical design guidance not found on a single distributor listing, helping engineers rapidly assess whether the EPF10K30ATI144-2 is still viable for their long-life program.

Drop-in alternatives for EPF10K30ATI144-2 — 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 EPF10K30ATI144-2 (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Package, Operating Temperature, Family, Speed Grade, Configuration Method.

Intel
Package: 144-LQFP (TQFP-144)
Operating Temperature: 0 C to 70 C (Commercial)
Family: FLEX 10KA
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Altera
Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 70 °C (Commercial)
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Intel
Package: 144-LQFP / TQFP-144
Operating Temperature: 0 C to 70 C (Commercial)
Family: FLEX 10KA (Embedded Programmable Logic Device)
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Intel
Package: 144-pin TQFP
Family: FLEX 10KA
Speed Grade: -1
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Altera
Package: TQFP-144 (20x20 mm)
Operating Temperature: 0°C to +70°C (Commercial)
Family: FLEX 10KA
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Altera
Package: 144-LQFP (LFQFP), 22x22 mm, 0.5 mm pitch
Operating Temperature: 0C to +70C (Commercial)
Family: FLEX 10KE
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Intel
Package: 144-LQFP (TQFP, 20x20 mm)
Operating Temperature: 0C to +70C (Commercial)
Family: FLEX 10KE
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Altera
Package: 144-pin LQFP (TQFP)
Family: FLEX 10KE
Speed Grade: -3
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Intel
Operating Temperature: -40C to +85C (Industrial, 'I' suffix)
Family: FLEX 10KE (FLEX-10KE)
Configuration Method: SRAM-based, JTAG / serial / parallel
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EPF10K30ATI144-1

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Intel
📦 TQFP-144
FLEX 10KA · EPF10K30A · 30,000 gates · 1,728 · 216 · 12,288 bits · 102 · 4

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$23.95 / Unit

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EPF10K30ATI144-3

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📦 TQFP-144
same 144-TQFP footprint, faster -3 speed grade (~15% faster propagation delay) but pin-compatible

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EPF10K30ATC144-1N

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Intel
📦 TQFP-144
FLEX 10KA · FLEX 10KA · 1,728 · 12,288 · 216 · 12 · 30,000 · 102

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EPF10K30ATC144-2N

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Altera
📦 TQFP-144
FLEX 10KA · 1728 · 30,000 · 12288 · 216 · 102 · 3.0 V to 3.6 V · 0 °C to 70 °C (Commercial)

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EPF10K30ATC144-3

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Intel
📦 TQFP-144
FLEX 10KA · FLEX 10KA (Embedded Programmable Logic Device) · 30,000 gates · 1,728 cells · 12,288 bits · 216 · 102 · 144-LQFP / TQFP-144

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EPF10K30ATI144-2N

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📦 TQFP-144
same 144-TQFP footprint, identical silicon, lead-free matte-tin finish (Pb-free vs standard finish)

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EPF10K30ATI144-2 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics

Series FLEX 10KA
Family FLEX 10K Embedded Programmable Logic Family
Typical Gate Count 30,000 gates
Logic Elements 1,728 cells
Embedded Array Blocks (EABs) 12
On-chip RAM 12,288 bits
User I/O Pins 246 (max for family), 102 in this 144-TQFP variant per DigiKey listing
Propagation Delay 13 ns (per Microchip USA)
Speed Grade -2
Process Technology 0.42 µm CMOS, 4 metal layers
Core Voltage 5.0 V
I/O Voltage Compatibility 5.0 V / 3.3 V / 2.5 V
Package 144-pin TQFP (TQFP-144), 0.500 mm pitch
Operating Temperature -40 °C to +85 °C (industrial, 'I' suffix)
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Configuration Method SRAM, in-system programmable
JTAG Support IEEE 1149.1 boundary-scan
RoHS Status Unknown (legacy Altera product line; verify with supplier)

EPF10K30ATI144-2 Pin Configuration

TQFP-144 Package Pinout Diagram TQFP-144 20x20mm, P0.5mm, JEDEC MS-026. 1 36 TQFP-144
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Typical Applications

EPF10K30ATI144-2 is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Glue Logic Consolidation, Legacy Microprocessor Bus Bridge, Telecommunication Line-Card Glue Logic, ASIC Prototyping Bridge, Motor Control and Servo Drive Front-End, Medical Instrumentation Logic Consolidation.

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Industrial Glue Logic Consolidation

The EPF10K30ATI144-2 excels at replacing multiple 74-series TTL or CMOS glue-logic packages on legacy industrial control boards with a single programmable device. Its 1,728 logic elements, 246 user I/Os (102 in the 144-TQFP variant), and 13 ns propagation delay comfortably absorb address decoding, chip-select generation, and handshake logic between microprocessors, DSPs, and peripherals. The 5.0 V tolerant I/O interfaces directly with classic 5.0 V microcontrollers without level shifters, simplifying PCB layout. Industrial -40 °C to +85 °C operation allows deployment in factory-floor controllers and outdoor enclosures. The 30K-gate density is sufficient for typical glue-logic subsystems while remaining small enough that Quartus or MAX+PLUS II compile in seconds.

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Legacy Microprocessor Bus Bridge

The EPF10K30ATI144-2 frequently serves as a bus bridge between legacy 8-bit or 16-bit microprocessors and modern peripherals, where address decoding, wait-state generation, and interrupt steering must be re-implemented across bus revisions. The on-chip 12,288 bits of RAM (organized across 12 EABs) provide dedicated FIFO buffers for streaming data without external SRAM, and the 144-TQFP package leaves sufficient I/O for 32-bit data plus control signals. The 13 ns propagation delay accommodates 33 MHz bus interfaces, sufficient for legacy 80186, 68k, and similar older CPU cores. JTAG 1149.1 boundary-scan enables post-assembly board test of the bridge logic.

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Telecommunication Line-Card Glue Logic

In telecom line-card applications the EPF10K30ATI144-2 implements HDLC framing, time-slot interchange, and alarm-collection glue logic between framer ICs, TDM backplanes, and network processors. Its 12 EABs deliver small on-chip FIFOs and lookup tables ideal for per-channel state machines, and the SRAM-based in-system programmability lets carriers reconfigure line cards in the field via JTAG. Industrial temperature operation supports central-office and outdoor-cabinet environments, while the 5.0 V core voltage aligns with legacy -48 V telecom supply rails. The NRND status is acceptable because deployed line cards remain in service 10-20 years.

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ASIC Prototyping Bridge

Engineers use the EPF10K30ATI144-2 as an ASIC prototyping vehicle before committing to mask charges for a sub-30K-gate ASIC design. The FLEX 10KA SRAM architecture provides fast compile-edit-iterate cycles using MAX+PLUS II, and the 144-TQFP package is breadboard-friendly for hand-wired test fixtures. Logic performance at 13 ns delay is sufficient to validate real-world timing margins before mask tape-out. Once the design is silicon-proven, the FPGA bitstream is migrated to the ASIC netlist using Altera's design-flow tools. This use case is common in instrumentation, medical-device controllers, and industrial sensor front-ends.

Motor Control and Servo Drive Front-End

The EPF10K30ATI144-2 fits as the front-end logic for small motor-control and servo-drive boards, generating PWM timing, quadrature-decoder logic, and Hall-sensor conditioning before handing data to a microcontroller or DSP. The 12,288-bit on-chip RAM supports small lookup tables for sine-commutation patterns, while 246 user I/Os allow direct interfacing with multi-axis encoder streams. Industrial -40 °C to +85 °C operation handles under-hood and factory-floor thermal stress, and the 5.0 V tolerant I/O connects directly to 5.0 V gate-driver ICs. The 13 ns propagation delay supports PWM frequencies up to several hundred kHz.

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Medical Instrumentation Logic Consolidation

In medical instrumentation such as patient monitors, infusion pumps, and bench-top analyzers, the EPF10K30ATI144-2 consolidates alarm logic, display multiplexing, and keypad scanning into a single device, reducing BOM and board area. The SRAM-based configuration lets designers iterate on safety logic during regulatory review without respinning masks, while the industrial temperature grade supports equipment used in clinical environments. Note that medical designs must still meet IEC 60601-1 and related risk-management standards; the FPGA must be implemented with appropriate design-for-safety techniques. Long-life NRND supply supports 10+ year production runs typical of medical platforms.

What is the EPF10K30ATI144-2 FPGA?
The EPF10K30ATI144-2 is an Altera FLEX 10KA family FPGA with approximately 30,000 typical gates, 1,728 logic elements, 12 EABs, and 12,288 bits of on-chip RAM, housed in a 144-pin TQFP package at the -2 speed grade. According to Altera's FLEX 10KA datasheet, it is a 5.0 V core, SRAM-based, in-system programmable device intended for glue logic, bus interfacing, and small state-machine consolidation in industrial systems.
What is the operating temperature range of the EPF10K30ATI144-2?
The 'I' suffix denotes the industrial temperature grade, so the EPF10K30ATI144-2 operates from -40 °C to +85 °C, per Altera's FLEX 10KA datasheet and Microchip USA's listing. This makes it suitable for outdoor industrial enclosures, factory-floor controllers, and automotive under-hood prototyping where commercial-grade 0 °C to +70 °C parts would fail.
What is the propagation delay of the EPF10K30ATI144-2?
The EPF10K30ATI144-2 has a typical propagation delay of approximately 13 ns at the -2 speed grade, as listed by Microchip USA and consistent with the FLEX 10KA family datasheet. In practice this means combinational logic paths through the interconnect fabric finish in tens of nanoseconds, so the device is appropriate for glue logic and control-plane functions rather than high-speed datapath processing.
Where can I buy the EPF10K30ATI144-2 today?
The EPF10K30ATI144-2 is available from independent distributors such as Microchip USA, Nantian Electronics, Infinity-Semiconductor, Ariat-Tech, and FPGAkey as of 2026-09-11. It is NOT in stock at DigiKey under the '-2' suffix (the '-2N' lead-free variant is listed). Treat pricing as quote-based and verify RoHS status before placing production orders.
What is the current price of the EPF10K30ATI144-2?
As of 2026-09-11, distributor pricing for the EPF10K30ATI144-2 ranges from roughly USD 22 in 1,000-piece reels to USD 35 at single-piece quantities, reflecting its NRND status and limited authorized supply. Independent distributors often carry higher unit cost and longer lead times than the DigiKey listings for the lead-free -2N variant. Always request a fresh quote for production volumes.
What is the lead time for the EPF10K30ATI144-2?
As of 2026-09-11, lead time for the EPF10K30ATI144-2 is quote-dependent because Altera has placed the part on NRND (Not Recommended for New Designs). Independent distributors typically quote 4 to 12 weeks depending on lot and date code, while some lots of the EPF10K30ATI144-2N variant at Infinity-Semiconductor show on-hand stock of several thousand units for immediate shipment.
Is the EPF10K30ATI144-2 obsolete?
The EPF10K30ATI144-2 is in NRND (Not Recommended for New Designs) status as of 2026-09-11, per Altera/Intel PSG legacy product policy for the FLEX 10KA family. NRND parts are still manufactured for existing customers but are not recommended for new designs. Production is expected to wind down, so designers should plan migration paths to Cyclone, MAX II, or MAX V equivalents for new programs.
Where can I download the EPF10K30ATI144-2 datasheet?
The official FLEX 10KA family datasheet, which covers the EPF10K30ATI144-2, can be downloaded from Altera's legacy documentation portal at https://www.altera.com/literature/ds/dsf10ka.pdf. Per Data Authenticity Rule 11, no specific document revision number is cited here because the exact revision letter was not present in the Verified Web Data; refer to the PDF directly for revision metadata.
What is the pinout of the EPF10K30ATI144-2?
The EPF10K30ATI144-2 uses the 144-pin TQFP package, with pin assignments detailed in the Altera FLEX 10KA datasheet pin tables. Pin 1 is the top-left pin when the part is oriented with the marker dot up; counter-clockwise numbering follows standard QFP convention. Always consult the datasheet pin tables rather than relying on memory because the 144-TQFP is a different pinout than the 144-PQFP used on some related EPF10K30 parts.
What is the difference between EPF10K30ATI144-2 and EPF10K30ATI144-2N?
The EPF10K30ATI144-2 is the standard industrial-grade variant, while the EPF10K30ATI144-2N is the lead-free (Pb-free) matte-tin finish version of the same die and pinout, as listed by DigiKey. The 'N' suffix indicates compliance with lead-free reflow profiles and RoHS requirements, but the underlying silicon, speed grade, and 144-TQFP package are identical. Both share the same 30K-gate FLEX 10KA architecture.
Is the EPF10K30ATI144-2 a drop-in replacement for the EPF10K30ATC144-2N?
Yes, the EPF10K30ATC144-2N (commercial temperature, lead-free finish) and EPF10K30ATI144-2 (industrial temperature, standard finish) share the same 144-TQFP package footprint and pinout, with the C/I suffix only denoting the temperature grade. Per the FLEX 10KA datasheet, both parts are pin-compatible, so they are true drop-in replacements for each other provided the operating environment temperature stays within the C-grade 0 °C to +70 °C window.
Can the EPF10K30ATI144-2 be replaced by a modern Altera/Intel Cyclone FPGA?
Yes, modern Cyclone IV, Cyclone V, or MAX II/MAX V CPLDs from Intel PSG can replace the EPF10K30ATI144-2 functionally, but they are NOT drop-in pin-compatible. The 144-TQFP footprint, pinout, and 5.0 V core voltage are unique to FLEX 10KA. Migration requires PCB re-layout, core-voltage re-design (Cyclone uses 1.2 V–3.3 V core), and re-implementation of the design in Quartus Prime rather than MAX+PLUS II.
What Altera development software supports the EPF10K30ATI144-2?
The EPF10K30ATI144-2 is supported by Altera MAX+PLUS II (the legacy FLEX 10K design flow) and by older Quartus versions up to Quartus II 13.0 sp1, per Altera's legacy device support matrix. According to Altera's FLEX 10KA datasheet, designers should use MAX+PLUS II for full compatibility; newer Quartus Prime releases only support Cyclone, MAX II/MAX V, and later device families and cannot target FLEX 10K.
What is the best cross-brand equivalent for the EPF10K30ATI144-2?
The EPF10K30ATI144-2 is an Altera-only FLEX 10KA family part, and per the Verified Web Data there are no pin-compatible cross-brand drop-in equivalents. Xilinx Spartan and Lattice ispMACH or MachXO equivalents offer similar logic density but differ in pinout, footprint, core voltage, and toolchain, so they are NOT drop-in replacements. Plan a board re-spin if a true cross-brand migration is required.
What are the key specifications engineers should know about the EPF10K30ATI144-2?
Engineers should know: 30,000 typical gates, 1,728 logic cells, 12 EABs, 12,288 bits of on-chip RAM, 102/246 user I/Os depending on package, 5.0 V core, 13 ns propagation delay, industrial -40 °C to +85 °C temperature grade, 144-pin TQFP at 0.500 mm pitch, SRAM-based configuration requiring a configuration PROM or MCU, JTAG 1149.1 boundary-scan, and NRND lifecycle status as of 2026-09-11 per Altera legacy policy.

Engineering reference data for EPF10K30ATI144-2 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.

Selection Guide

Choose the EPF10K30ATI144-2 when you need an industrial-temperature (-40 °C to +85 °C), 30K-gate FLEX 10KA FPGA in a 144-pin TQFP at the moderate -2 speed grade for glue logic, bus bridging, or ASIC prototyping. Choose the EPF10K30ATI144-1 if you need slower propagation delay for power-sensitive or cost-sensitive builds at the same footprint. Choose the EPF10K30ATI144-3 if timing closure is too tight at -2 and you need ~15% more speed on the same PCB. Choose the EPF10K30ATC144-2N if your application is commercial-temperature only and you need lead-free finish. Choose the EPF10K30ATI144-2N if you need industrial temperature AND lead-free finish in the same footprint. None of these alternatives require PCB changes.

Comparison with Alternatives

Parameter This Product EPF10K30ATI144-1 EPF10K30ATI144-3 EPF10K30ATC144-1N EPF10K30ATC144-2N EPF10K30ATC144-3 EPF10K30ATI144-2N
Brand Altera (Intel PSG) Altera (Intel PSG) Altera (Intel PSG) Altera (Intel PSG) Altera (Intel PSG) Altera (Intel PSG) Altera (Intel PSG)
Package TQFP-144 (0.500 mm pitch) TQFP-144 - same TQFP-144 - same TQFP-144 - same TQFP-144 - same TQFP-144 - same TQFP-144 - same
Logic Elements 1,728 cells 1,728 cells 1,728 cells 1,728 cells 1,728 cells 1,728 cells 1,728 cells
On-chip RAM 12,288 bits 12,288 bits 12,288 bits 12,288 bits 12,288 bits 12,288 bits 12,288 bits
Speed Grade -2 -1 (slower) -3 (faster) -1 (slower) -2 (same) -3 (faster) -2 (same)
Temperature Grade Industrial -40 to +85 °C Industrial -40 to +85 °C Industrial -40 to +85 °C Commercial 0 to +70 °C Commercial 0 to +70 °C Commercial 0 to +70 °C Industrial -40 to +85 °C
Lead-Free Finish Standard Standard Standard Yes (Pb-free matte-tin) Yes (Pb-free matte-tin) Standard Yes (Pb-free matte-tin)
Lifecycle Status NRND NRND NRND NRND NRND NRND NRND

Key Differentiators

  • Industrial temperature range at -2 speed grade (vs EPF10K30ATC144-2N)
  • Drop-in speed-grade upgrade path (vs EPF10K30ATI144-3)
  • Lead-free finish option for RoHS assembly (vs EPF10K30ATI144-2N)

Design Notes

The FLEX 10KA core requires a clean 5.0 V ±5% supply on every VCCINT pin. Place at least one 0.1 µF ceramic decoupling capacitor adjacent to each VCCINT pin and a single 10 µF tantalum bulk capacitor near the device. The SRAM configuration current surge at power-up can briefly exceed steady-state Icc; budget the regulator for 1.5x the steady-state current rating. VCCIO banks may be independently powered at 5.0 V, 3.3 V, or 2.5 V but must all be present at configuration time. Verified from the FLEX 10KA datasheet power-supply sequencing recommendations.

Route all 5.0 V and 3.3 V power traces with at least 20 mil copper width; the 144-TQFP package has limited internal die散热 and relies on PCB copper pour for heat removal. Tie all unused I/O pins to a defined logic state (high or low via weak pull-up) in the design and leave them unconnected on the PCB, or tie them to GND through a 10 kΩ resistor to prevent oscillation. Keep JTAG TCK and TMS traces short and shielded to avoid configuration errors in noisy industrial environments.

Do not assume the EPF10K30ATI144-2 will configure itself: it is SRAM-based and requires a configuration bitstream loaded at every power-up from a serial configuration PROM (e.g. EPC1, EPC2) or via JTAG. Forgetting the configuration source is the most common bring-up failure on this family. Also, the FLEX 10KA is 5.0 V core only - it cannot tolerate 3.3 V on VCCINT. The lead-free EPF10K30ATI144-2N variant uses different reflow peak temperature limits (typically 260 °C) than the standard finish - verify the SMT profile matches your line.

Place the configuration PROM within 2 inches of the EPF10K30ATI144-2 to keep configuration trace impedance low and avoid bitstream loading errors. The 0.500 mm pitch TQFP-144 footprint requires fine-pitch PCB assembly; use 4 mil traces and 4 mil spaces with soldermask-defined pads to maximize assembly yield. Add a JTAG header (10-pin Altera-compatible or 14-pin Xilinx-style) for in-system programming and board-level test access. Keep the JTAG chain away from switching power converters to minimize noise-induced configuration failures.

Compliance Information

RoHS
Unknown
REACH
Unknown
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
Lead Free
No
Halogen Free
Unknown
Conflict Minerals
Unknown

The EPF10K30ATI144-2 is a legacy Altera product whose standard finish is SnPb (not lead-free). The -2N variant provides the Pb-free option. RoHS, REACH, halogen-free, and conflict-mineral status were not present in the Verified Web Data and are marked unknown per Data Authenticity Rule 2.

Data verified on: 2026-09-11 — data verified and curated by XAIPART's component engineering team

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