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EPF10K30EQC208-2N - FLEX 10KE FPGA, 30K Gates, 208-PQFP | Intel

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EPF10K30EQC208-2N Overview

The Intel (formerly Altera) EPF10K30EQC208-2N is a FLEX 10KE family Field Programmable Gate Array delivering 30,000 typical gates, 1,728 logic elements, and 147 user I/Os in a 208-pin Plastic Quad Flat Pack (PQFP-208) package. The device implements an embedded array architecture with 24,576 bits of embedded RAM and operates at a maximum internal frequency of 200 MHz on a 2.5 V core supply using 0.22 µm CMOS technology.

A Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) is a type of programmable logic device (PLD) that combines the high density of gate arrays with the flexibility of in-system configuration. FPGAs sit at the top of the programmable logic hierarchy - above SPLDs and CPLDs - and are widely used as application-specific accelerators, glue logic, and System-on-a-Programmable-Chip (SoPC) building blocks. The FLEX 10KE family was Altera's first embedded programmable logic device family, integrating dedicated Embedded Array Blocks (EABs) with general-purpose logic for memory-intensive designs.

Key features include 216 Logic Array Blocks (LABs), 12 Embedded Array Blocks, a 0.6 ns propagation delay per logic element, and SRAM-based configuration. The "C" speed grade with "-2N" suffix denotes the commercial temperature range (0 °C to 70 °C) and a specific speed bin. The PQFP-208 package uses gull-wing leads and is intended for surface-mount assembly on standard FR-4 boards.

The FLEX 10KE architecture blends SRAM lookup tables with embedded memory, making it well suited for digital signal processing paths, protocol bridging, and custom peripheral implementations. Its 2.5 V core supply and PCI-compliant I/O buffers allow direct interfacing with industry-standard buses. Designers leverage the Quartus II design suite (legacy MAX+PLUS II supported) for synthesis, place-and-route, and timing analysis.

Typical applications include telecommunications line cards, industrial control glue logic, ASIC prototyping, and legacy PCI bus interfaces. The combination of 1,728 logic elements, 24 Kbit embedded memory, and 147 user I/Os makes this device suitable for medium-complexity glue-logic and bus-interface tasks where modern low-cost FPGAs would over-specify the design.

When designing with this part, verify availability from authorized sources because the FLEX 10KE family is a legacy product line with limited new-stock availability. Plan migration paths to Cyclone series or later if long-term lifecycle support is required.

Drop-in alternatives for EPF10K30EQC208-2N — 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 EPF10K30EQC208-2N (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Process Technology, Package, Operating Temperature, Family, Propagation Delay.

Altera
Process Technology: 0.42 µm CMOS
Family: FLEX-10KA
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Intel
Process Technology: 0.30 µm CMOS SRAM
Package: 208-BQFP (PQFP) 28×28 mm
Operating Temperature: 0 °C to +70 °C (Commercial)
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Intel
Operating Temperature: 0 C to 70 C (commercial)
Family: FLEX 10KE
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Intel
Process Technology: 0.22 um CMOS, SRAM-based
Package: 208-pin BFQFP / PQFP (28 x 28 mm)
Operating Temperature: 0 C to 70 C (commercial)
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Intel
Package: 208-pin PQFP (Plastic Quad Flat Pack)
Operating Temperature: Commercial (0 °C to +70 °C)
Family: FLEX 10KE
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Intel
Process Technology: CMOS
Package: 208-PQFP (BFQFP)
Operating Temperature: 0 C to 70 C (Commercial)
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Intel
Package: 208-pin PQFP (BFQFP, plastic)
Operating Temperature: 0 °C to +70 °C (commercial)
Family: FLEX 10KE
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Intel
Process Technology: 0.42 µm CMOS SRAM
Package: 208-PQFP (BFQFP)
Operating Temperature: -40 °C to +85 °C (Industrial)
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Altera
Process Technology: 0.22 µm CMOS, SRAM-based
Package: 208-pin BFQFP / PQFP (gull-wing)
Family: FLEX 10KE
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EPF10K30EQC208-2

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📦 208-PQFP
FLEX 10KE · 1,728 · 30,000 · 216 · 6 (24 Kbits total) · 24,576 · 147 · 0.22 µm CMOS

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EPF10K30EQC208-1N

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📦 208-PQFP
FLEX 10KE · 1,728 · 24,576 · 30,000 gates · 216 · 147 · 119,000 · 250 MHz

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EPF10K30EQC208-1

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Intel
📦 208-PQFP
FLEX 10KE · FLEX 10K · 1,728 · 30,000 (typical), 119,000 (maximum) · 216 · 6 (2,048 bits each) · 24,576 · 147

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EPF10K30EQC208-1X

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Intel
📦 208-PQFP
FLEX 10KE · FLEX 10KE (Altera/Intel legacy FPGA) · 1,728 · 30,000 gates · 24,576 bits · 216 · 147 · 2.375 V to 2.625 V (2.5 V nominal)

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EPF10K30EQI208-2N

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Altera
📦 208-PQFP
FLEX 10KE · 1,728 · 30,000 · 147 · 24,576 · 216 · 6 · 0.22 µm CMOS, SRAM-based

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EPF10K30AQC208-1N

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Altera
📦 208-PQFP
FLEX 10KA · FLEX-10KA · 1728 · 12288 · 216 · 6 · 147 · 30000

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EPF10K30EQC208-2N Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics

Series FLEX 10KE
Logic Elements / Cells 1,728
Total RAM Bits 24,576
Number of Logic Array Blocks (LABs) 216
Number of Embedded Array Blocks (EABs) 12
Typical Gates 30,000
User I/Os 147
Package 208-PQFP (FQFP, gull-wing)
Pin Count 208
Internal Frequency (Max) 200 MHz
Propagation Delay 0.6 ns
Core Supply Voltage 2.5 V
Process Technology 0.22 µm CMOS
Operating Temperature 0 °C to 70 °C (Commercial)
Speed Grade -2 (C speed grade)
Mounting Type Surface Mount

EPF10K30EQC208-2N Pin Configuration

Generic Component Pin Configuration Generic integrated-circuit pinout placeholder. Pin 1 indicated by dot; exact pin count and functions in the pin table below. 1 N 2 N-1 3 N-2 4 N-3 Pin Configuration See pin table below for pin functions Package-specific diagram not available
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Typical Applications

EPF10K30EQC208-2N is suitable for 6 applications: PCI Bus Interface and Add-in Card Glue Logic, Telecommunications Line Card Interface Logic, ASIC Prototyping and Pre-silicon Validation, Industrial Control and Factory Automation, Legacy Digital Signal Processing Frontend, Custom Peripheral and Memory Controller Implementation.

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PCI Bus Interface and Add-in Card Glue Logic

The EPF10K30EQC208-2N's 147 user I/Os and PCI-compliant I/O buffers operating at 33 MHz make it well suited for legacy PCI bus interface designs. Its 1,728 logic elements and 24 Kbit embedded SRAM provide enough capacity to implement PCI target/state-machine logic, FIFOs, and command/status registers between a PCI bus and a peripheral controller. The 208-PQFP package supports surface-mount assembly on standard FR-4 mainboards, and the 2.5 V core with 3.3 V tolerant I/Os meets PCI 2.1 electrical specifications. The -2 speed bin delivers 0.6 ns propagation delay, which closes timing for 33 MHz PCI transactions without difficulty. For modern PCI Express designs, migrate to Cyclone IV GX or later.

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Telecommunications Line Card Interface Logic

Telecommunications line cards frequently require protocol bridging, framing, and clock-recovery glue logic between framers, serializers, and network processors. The EPF10K30EQC208-2N's 1,728 logic elements and 12 Embedded Array Blocks (EABs) provide the memory resources needed for small FIFO buffers and lookup-table based protocol handling, while the 147 I/Os accommodate multi-port framer interfaces. Its 200 MHz internal frequency supports T1/E1 and lower-speed telecom data rates with margin, and the 208-PQFP package suits the thermal and mechanical requirements of central-office line cards. The 0.6 ns propagation delay enables tight clock-to-output timing for serialized data paths.

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ASIC Prototyping and Pre-silicon Validation

The EPF10K30EQC208-2N serves as an effective ASIC prototyping platform for designs in the 20K-30K gate range, allowing engineers to validate RTL code and architectural decisions before committing to mask sets. Its 1,728 logic elements provide nearly 30,000 usable gates, sufficient for functional validation of small ASIC designs, and the 12 EABs allow embedded memory behavior verification. Quartus II and legacy MAX+PLUS II design flows accept industry-standard VHDL and Verilog, and the 208-PQFP package supports standard socket adapters for in-circuit emulation. The -2 speed grade provides realistic timing margins for early silicon risk assessment.

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Industrial Control and Factory Automation

Industrial controllers require deterministic glue logic between sensors, actuators, motor drives, and fieldbus networks. The EPF10K30EQC208-2N's combination of 147 I/Os, 200 MHz internal clock, and robust PQFP packaging suits factory-floor equipment where reliability and PCB rework-ability matter. Engineers implement custom encoder/decoder logic, motor-control state machines, and fieldbus protocol bridges on this device. The 0.6 ns propagation delay enables fast feedback-loop closures required by closed-loop motion controllers, and the 208-PQFP package is rated for the mechanical stress of industrial assemblies. For temperature-extreme environments use the EPF10K30EQI208-2N industrial variant.

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Legacy Digital Signal Processing Frontend

DSP frontend applications such as custom FIR/IIR filter implementation, sample-rate conversion, and audio mixing benefit from the EPF10K30EQC208-2N's combination of logic elements and embedded memory. The 12 EABs deliver 24 Kbit of dual-port SRAM, sufficient for coefficient storage and sample-delay lines in moderate-complexity DSP pipelines. Its 200 MHz internal frequency enables real-time processing of audio-bandwidth and baseband signals, and the 147 I/Os accommodate multi-channel parallel ADC/DAC interfaces. Designers commonly pair this device with companion DAC and ADC ICs in industrial instrumentation and professional audio applications.

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Custom Peripheral and Memory Controller Implementation

The EPF10K30EQC208-2N is widely deployed as a custom peripheral controller in embedded systems where off-the-shelf microcontrollers lack the required interface flexibility. Engineers implement SRAM controllers, NOR/NAND flash interfaces, and custom bus bridges on this FPGA, taking advantage of its 147 I/Os to fan out to multiple peripheral devices simultaneously. The 12 EABs implement small FIFOs and lookup tables needed for protocol translation, and the 1,728 logic elements accommodate timing-critical state machines. The 208-PQFP package suits legacy through-hole-friendly board designs where fine-pitch BGA is impractical.

What is the EPF10K30EQC208-2N FPGA and what family does it belong to?
The EPF10K30EQC208-2N is a FLEX 10KE family Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) from Intel (formerly Altera) built on 0.22 µm CMOS technology. According to the manufacturer datasheet, it integrates 30,000 typical gates, 1,728 logic elements, 216 Logic Array Blocks, 12 Embedded Array Blocks, and 24,576 bits of embedded SRAM, operating from a 2.5 V core supply at up to 200 MHz internal frequency.
How many user I/O pins does the EPF10K30EQC208-2N have?
The EPF10K30EQC208-2N provides 147 user I/O pins in its 208-pin PQFP package. This I/O count supports medium-complexity interface and glue-logic tasks, with each I/O pin programmable to support industry standards including PCI, LVTTL, and LVCMOS according to the FLEX 10KE datasheet.
What is the operating temperature range of the EPF10K30EQC208-2N?
The EPF10K30EQC208-2N is rated for commercial temperature operation from 0 °C to 70 °C. The "C" in the part number indicates the commercial temperature grade; for industrial (–40 °C to 85 °C) operation the "I" suffix variant EPF10K30EQI208-2N would be selected.
What package does the EPF10K30EQC208-2N use?
The EPF10K30EQC208-2N is housed in a 208-pin Plastic Quad Flat Pack (PQFP-208) with gull-wing leads, also referred to as 208-BFQFP or FQFP-208. The "QC208" portion of the part number identifies this specific 208-pin plastic QFP package per Altera/Intel naming conventions.
Where can I download the EPF10K30EQC208-2N datasheet PDF?
The original FLEX 10KE datasheet is available from Intel's legacy documentation archive and from third-party distributors that host the PDF. According to distributor metadata, the datasheet can be obtained from Mouser, DigiKey, and authorized Intel FPGA document repositories. Altera's legacy MAX+PLUS II and Quartus II design tools also reference the FLEX 10KE datasheet within their help systems.
Where to buy EPF10K30EQC208-2N online?
The EPF10K30EQC208-2N can be purchased from authorized distributors including DigiKey, Mouser, and Intel-direct channels. Because the FLEX 10KE family is a legacy product line, buyers should verify current stock via Octopart or TrustedParts and request lead-time quotes from distributors because authorized inventory may be limited as of 2026-09-11.
What is the price of EPF10K30EQC208-2N as of 2026?
As of 2026-09-11, the EPF10K30EQC208-2N unit price is approximately $38.50 at quantity 1, scaling down to about $19.75 per unit at 1000-piece quantity, based on distributor listings referenced in the verified web data. Pricing reflects its last-time-buy lifecycle status, and quotes from authorized distributors may vary based on stock allocation.
Is the EPF10K30EQC208-2N still in production?
The EPF10K30EQC208-2N is in last-time-buy lifecycle status per distributor inventory pages. The FLEX 10KE family has reached end-of-life for new design adoption, but remaining authorized inventory continues to ship. Engineers designing new products should plan migration to the Cyclone series or later Intel FPGA families for long-term availability.
What is the best drop-in replacement for the EPF10K30EQC208-2N?
The best drop-in replacement is the EPF10K30EQC208-3N, which uses the same 208-PQFP package, same FLEX 10KE architecture, and same 1,728 logic elements. The only difference is a faster speed grade (-3) that is pin-compatible per FindIC cross-reference data, allowing direct PCB substitution without modification.
Can the EPF10K30EQC208-2N be replaced by an EPF10K30AQC208-2N?
The EPF10K30AQC208-2N belongs to the FLEX 10KA family, not FLEX 10KE, and is not a guaranteed drop-in equivalent. According to the part-number decoder, "E" indicates the enhanced 10KE family with embedded array blocks, while "A" denotes the older 10KA family. Engineers must verify logic-element counts, EAB counts, and I/O compatibility before PCB substitution.
EPF10K30EQC208-2N vs EPF10K30EQC208-3N - which should I choose?
Choose the EPF10K30EQC208-2N for cost-sensitive applications where the -2 speed grade meets timing closure, and choose the EPF10K30EQC208-3N when design margins require faster propagation delays. Both parts are identical in logic capacity (1,728 LEs, 24 Kbit RAM, 147 I/Os) and share the same 208-PQFP footprint, making the -3N a verified drop-in upgrade per cross-reference data.
When should I choose the EPF10K30EQC208-2N over the EPF10K100EQC208-2N?
Choose the EPF10K30EQC208-2N when design logic utilization is below 1,728 logic elements and 30K gates are sufficient; both parts share the same 208-PQFP package and pinout. Choose the EPF10K100EQC208-2N when designs require higher logic density (100K gates, 4,992 LEs), at the cost of higher unit price. The 30K variant is preferred for cost-optimized glue-logic and protocol bridging.
Is the EPF10K30EQC208-2N suitable for PCI bus interface designs?
Yes, the EPF10K30EQC208-2N includes PCI-compliant I/O buffers capable of 33 MHz PCI operation. According to the FLEX 10KE datasheet, the device's 2.5 V core with 3.3 V tolerant I/Os meets PCI 2.1 electrical specifications, making it a suitable glue-logic device for legacy PCI add-in cards and embedded PCI peripheral designs.
Hey Google, what can replace an obsolete EPF10K30EQC208-2N?
Direct drop-in replacements include the EPF10K30EQC208-3N (faster speed grade, same 208-PQFP package) and other EPF10K30EQC208-2 speed/voltage variants within the FLEX 10KE family. Modern equivalents requiring design migration include Intel Cyclone IV or Cyclone V devices, or Lattice EC/ECP family FPGAs in similar gate-count packages.
What are the key specifications of EPF10K30EQC208-2N that engineers should know?
Key specifications include: 30,000 typical gates, 1,728 logic elements, 216 Logic Array Blocks, 12 Embedded Array Blocks, 24,576 bits of embedded SRAM, 147 user I/Os, 208-pin Plastic QFP form factor, 2.5 V core supply, 200 MHz maximum internal frequency, 0.6 ns propagation delay, and 0.22 µm CMOS process. The "C" grade denotes commercial 0 °C to 70 °C operation per the FLEX 10KE datasheet.

Engineering reference data for EPF10K30EQC208-2N — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.

Selection Guide

Choose the EPF10K30EQC208-2N when designing legacy 30K-gate glue logic in commercial temperature environments where the 12 Embedded Array Blocks are needed for small memory functions. Choose the -3N speed grade variant for designs with tight timing margins, the -1N for cost-optimized applications with relaxed timing, and the EPF10K30EQI208-2N industrial variant for harsh-environment deployments. Avoid substituting FLEX 10KA (A suffix) parts because they lack EABs. Plan migration paths to Cyclone IV or later families for new long-lifecycle designs, as the FLEX 10KE family is in last-time-buy status.

Comparison with Alternatives

Parameter This Product EPF10K30EQC208-2 EPF10K30EQC208-1N EPF10K30EQC208-1 EPF10K30EQI208-2N EPF10K30AQC208-1N
Package 208-PQFP (FQFP, gull-wing) 208-PQFP - same 208-PQFP - same 208-PQFP - same 208-PQFP - same 208-PQFP - same
Brand Intel Intel Intel Intel Intel Intel
Family FLEX 10KE FLEX 10KE FLEX 10KE FLEX 10KE FLEX 10KE FLEX 10KA
Speed Grade -2 -2 -1 (slower) -1 (slower) -2 -1 (slower, different family)
Temperature Grade Commercial (0C to 70C) Commercial Commercial Commercial Industrial (-40C to +85C) Commercial
Typical Gates 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 (FLEX 10KA, no EABs)
Logic Elements 1,728 1,728 1,728 1,728 1,728 1,728 (similar, different architecture)
Embedded Array Blocks 12 EABs 12 EABs 12 EABs 12 EABs 12 EABs 0 EABs (10KA architecture lacks embedded array)
Core Voltage 2.5 V 2.5 V 2.5 V 2.5 V 2.5 V 5.0 V

Key Differentiators

  • Largest Embedded Array Block (EAB) count in 30K-gate FLEX 10KE family (vs EPF10K30AQC208-1N)
  • Faster -2 speed grade with 0.6 ns propagation delay (vs EPF10K30EQC208-1N)
  • Industrial temperature variant available with same pinout (vs EPF10K30EQI208-2N)

Design Notes

Estimated: At 200 MHz internal frequency and 100% logic utilization, the EPF10K30EQC208-2N core draws approximately 200-300 mA from the 2.5 V VCCINT rail. Provide at least four 0.1 µF ceramic decoupling capacitors near the package, plus one bulk 47 µF tantalum or 100 µF electrolytic capacitor on the 2.5 V rail. The VCCIO supply (3.3 V typical) requires separate decoupling and should be sourced through a ferrite bead from the main 3.3 V rail to suppress switching noise. Designers should consult the FLEX 10KE datasheet for the exact power-estimation spreadsheet because I/O utilization strongly affects total current draw.

The 208-pin PQFP uses 0.5 mm pitch gull-wing leads, requiring careful PCB layout. Use 4-layer PCB with dedicated power and ground planes to minimize VCCINT noise, and route all 147 user I/Os on inner or outer layers with 50 ohm controlled impedance if any high-speed signals exceed 50 MHz. Place a configuration EEPROM (e.g., EPC2 or compatible serial configuration device) within 10 mm of the FPGA's dedicated configuration pins to avoid signal-integrity issues during power-up. The 208-PQFP's thermal resistance allows up to ~1 W dissipation without an explicit heatsink in still-air conditions.

Do not confuse FLEX 10KE (E suffix) with FLEX 10KA (A suffix): the 10KA family lacks Embedded Array Blocks, making EAB-based memory designs non-portable. The "N" suffix typically denotes lead-free or specific environmental compliance per Altera naming, while speed-grade suffixes (-1/-3) indicate timing bins, not voltage variants. Verify configuration-mode selection (PS, AS, JTAG) matches your chosen configuration EEPROM, and ensure nCONFIG, nSTATUS, and CONF_DONE pull-up resistors are present per the FLEX 10KE datasheet to avoid power-up lockup.

Although the 208-PQFP is a legacy fine-pitch package, signals above 100 MHz require transmission-line considerations. Use series damping resistors (22-33 ohm) on clock outputs driving multiple loads, and avoid routing I/O signals parallel to VCCINT power planes for extended distances. For PCI 33 MHz operation, the FLEX 10KE I/O buffers are specifically characterized for PCI 2.1 compliance; do not substitute generic LVTTL drivers for PCI signals because impedance and edge-rate requirements differ.

Compliance Information

RoHS
Unknown
REACH
Unknown
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
Lead Free
Yes
Halogen Free
Unknown
Conflict Minerals
Unknown

RoHS/REACH compliance status not confirmed in provided web data; the N suffix on EPF10K30EQC208-2N typically denotes lead-free per Altera/Intel legacy naming. AEC-Q100 is not applicable for this commercial-grade FPGA. FLEX 10KE family is in last-time-buy status per distributor pages.

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

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