EPF10K30ETI144-2 - 30K-Gate FLEX 10KE FPGA, 102 I/O, 144-TQFP | Intel
MPN: EPF10K30ETI144-2 ✗ End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $65 | $65.00 |
| 10 | $58.5 | $585.00 |
| 100 | $52 | $5,200.00 |
| 500 | $46.2 | $23,100.00 |
| 1,000 | $41.5 | $41,500.00 |
EPF10K30ETI144-2 Overview
What is an FPGA? A Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) is a semiconductor IC containing an array of configurable logic blocks (CLBs/LABs), programmable routing, and I/O cells that the designer can wire up after manufacture to implement arbitrary digital circuits. FPGAs sit in the broader hierarchy: programmable logic device (PLD) -> FPGA -> SRAM-based FPGA -> embedded-block FPGA. The FLEX 10KE family added Embedded Array Blocks (EABs) so each block can act as dual-port RAM, ROM, or a multiplier-style lookup - the 'embedded' name comes from this on-chip memory integration rather than a hard processor core.
Key features include 216 Logic Array Blocks (LABs), 102 maximum user I/O pins, an internal operating frequency up to 200 MHz, and CMOS logic family operation. The 144-pin TQFP (Thin Quad Flat Pack) surface-mount package exposes JTAG-compliant configuration and supply rails at 2.375 V to 2.625 V, and supports in-system programmability via the Altera (now Intel) Quartus / MAX+PLUS II toolchain.
The EPF10K30E architecture combines a fine-grained logic fabric with coarse-grained EABs, giving designers block-RAM density similar to early SoC integration without leaving the PLD paradigm. Pin-compatible speed/grade variants (e.g., -3, -2, -1) allow timing tuning without PCB rework, while different packages (TQFP-144, QFP-208, BGA-256, BGA-484) of the same die give I/O-count flexibility across board revisions.
Typical applications include industrial control glue logic, telecom line-card bus bridges, legacy peripheral emulation, prototyping of ASIC logic, and embedded DSP datapaths where the EABs can implement small multiply-accumulate tables. The industrial temperature grade (-40C to +85C inferred from the 'I' suffix) suits factory-floor and outdoor enclosures.
When designing, plan for I/O bank voltage compatibility, leave the JTAG chain accessible for factory programming, and pair the EPF10K30E with a configuration PROM (EPCS or EPC2) for standalone boot. Note that the FLEX 10KE family is mature/legacy - check Intel's product longevity program for current supply status before new designs.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing (as of 2026-09-11), verified FLEX 10KE family drop-in alternatives in the same 144-TQFP footprint, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone.
Drop-in alternatives for EPF10K30ETI144-2 — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
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View Datasheet →EPF10K30ETI144-2 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Series | FLEX 10KE |
| Family | FLEX 10KE (FLEX-10KE) |
| Logic Elements / Cells | 1728 |
| Total RAM Bits | 24576 |
| Number of LABs/CLBs | 216 |
| Number of Logic Elements | 1728 |
| Number of Gates (typical) | 30000 |
| Maximum User I/O | 102 |
| Supply Voltage | 2.375 V to 2.625 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C (Industrial, 'I' suffix) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Package / Case | 144-LQFP / 144-TQFP |
| Speed Grade | -2 |
| Logic Family | CMOS |
| Internal Frequency (max) | 200 MHz |
| Configuration Method | SRAM-based, JTAG / serial / parallel |
| RoHS Status | Compliant (per Altera/Intel product page) |
EPF10K30ETI144-2 Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | I/O — User I/O - bank 1 (refer to datasheet pin table for exact signal) |
| Pin 2 | I/O — User I/O - bank 1 |
| Pin 3 | I/O — User I/O - bank 1 |
| Pin 4 | I/O — User I/O - bank 1 |
| Pin 5 | I/O — User I/O - bank 1 |
| Pin 6 | VCCIO — I/O bank 1 supply voltage |
| Pin 7 | I/O — User I/O - bank 1 |
| Pin 8 | I/O — User I/O - bank 1 |
| Pin 9 | I/O — User I/O - bank 1 |
| Pin 10 | I/O — User I/O - bank 1 |
| Pin 11 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 12 | I/O — User I/O - bank 1 |
| Pin 13 | I/O — User I/O - bank 1 |
| Pin 14 | I/O — User I/O - bank 1 |
| Pin 15 | I/O — User I/O - bank 1 |
| Pin 16 | VCCINT — Core supply voltage (2.5 V) |
| Pin 17 | I/O — User I/O - bank 2 |
| Pin 18 | I/O — User I/O - bank 2 |
| Pin 19 | I/O — User I/O - bank 2 |
| Pin 20 | I/O — User I/O - bank 2 |
| Pin 21 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 22 | I/O — User I/O - bank 2 |
| Pin 23 | I/O — User I/O - bank 2 |
| Pin 24 | I/O — User I/O - bank 2 |
| Pin 25 | I/O — User I/O - bank 2 |
| Pin 26 | VCCIO — I/O bank 2 supply voltage |
| Pin 27 | I/O — User I/O - bank 2 |
| Pin 28 | I/O — User I/O - bank 2 |
| Pin 29 | I/O — User I/O - bank 2 |
| Pin 30 | I/O — User I/O - bank 2 |
| Pin 31 | I/O — User I/O - bank 2 |
| Pin 32 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 33 | I/O — User I/O - bank 2 |
| Pin 34 | I/O — User I/O - bank 2 |
| Pin 35 | I/O — User I/O - bank 2 |
| Pin 36 | I/O — User I/O - bank 2 |
| Pin 37 | I/O — User I/O - bank 3 |
| Pin 38 | VCCIO — I/O bank 3 supply voltage |
| Pin 39 | I/O — User I/O - bank 3 |
| Pin 40 | I/O — User I/O - bank 3 |
| Pin 41 | I/O — User I/O - bank 3 |
| Pin 42 | I/O — User I/O - bank 3 |
| Pin 43 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 44 | I/O — User I/O - bank 3 |
| Pin 45 | I/O — User I/O - bank 3 |
| Pin 46 | I/O — User I/O - bank 3 |
| Pin 47 | I/O — User I/O - bank 3 |
| Pin 48 | I/O — User I/O - bank 3 |
| Pin 49 | VCCINT — Core supply voltage (2.5 V) |
| Pin 50 | I/O — User I/O - bank 3 |
| Pin 51 | I/O — User I/O - bank 3 |
| Pin 52 | I/O — User I/O - bank 3 |
| Pin 53 | I/O — User I/O - bank 3 |
| Pin 54 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 55 | I/O — User I/O - bank 4 |
| Pin 56 | I/O — User I/O - bank 4 |
| Pin 57 | I/O — User I/O - bank 4 |
| Pin 58 | I/O — User I/O - bank 4 |
| Pin 59 | VCCIO — I/O bank 4 supply voltage |
| Pin 60 | I/O — User I/O - bank 4 |
| Pin 61 | I/O — User I/O - bank 4 |
| Pin 62 | I/O — User I/O - bank 4 |
| Pin 63 | I/O — User I/O - bank 4 |
| Pin 64 | I/O — User I/O - bank 4 |
| Pin 65 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 66 | I/O — User I/O - bank 4 |
| Pin 67 | I/O — User I/O - bank 4 |
| Pin 68 | I/O — User I/O - bank 4 |
| Pin 69 | I/O — User I/O - bank 4 |
| Pin 70 | I/O — User I/O - bank 4 |
| Pin 71 | VCCIO — I/O bank 4 supply voltage |
| Pin 72 | I/O — User I/O - bank 5 |
| Pin 73 | I/O — User I/O - bank 5 |
| Pin 74 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 75 | I/O — User I/O - bank 5 |
| Pin 76 | I/O — User I/O - bank 5 |
| Pin 77 | I/O — User I/O - bank 5 |
| Pin 78 | I/O — User I/O - bank 5 |
| Pin 79 | I/O — User I/O - bank 5 |
| Pin 80 | VCCINT — Core supply voltage (2.5 V) |
| Pin 81 | I/O — User I/O - bank 5 |
| Pin 82 | I/O — User I/O - bank 5 |
| Pin 83 | I/O — User I/O - bank 5 |
| Pin 84 | I/O — User I/O - bank 5 |
| Pin 85 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 86 | I/O — User I/O - bank 5 |
| Pin 87 | I/O — User I/O - bank 6 |
| Pin 88 | I/O — User I/O - bank 6 |
| Pin 89 | VCCIO — I/O bank 6 supply voltage |
| Pin 90 | I/O — User I/O - bank 6 |
| Pin 91 | I/O — User I/O - bank 6 |
| Pin 92 | I/O — User I/O - bank 6 |
| Pin 93 | I/O — User I/O - bank 6 |
| Pin 94 | I/O — User I/O - bank 6 |
| Pin 95 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 96 | I/O — User I/O - bank 6 |
| Pin 97 | I/O — User I/O - bank 6 |
| Pin 98 | I/O — User I/O - bank 6 |
| Pin 99 | I/O — User I/O - bank 6 |
| Pin 100 | I/O — User I/O - bank 6 |
| Pin 101 | VCCIO — I/O bank 6 supply voltage |
| Pin 102 | I/O — User I/O - bank 7 |
| Pin 103 | I/O — User I/O - bank 7 |
| Pin 104 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 105 | I/O — User I/O - bank 7 |
| Pin 106 | I/O — User I/O - bank 7 |
| Pin 107 | I/O — User I/O - bank 7 |
| Pin 108 | I/O — User I/O - bank 7 |
| Pin 109 | I/O — User I/O - bank 7 |
| Pin 110 | VCCINT — Core supply voltage (2.5 V) |
| Pin 111 | I/O — User I/O - bank 7 |
| Pin 112 | I/O — User I/O - bank 7 |
| Pin 113 | I/O — User I/O - bank 7 |
| Pin 114 | I/O — User I/O - bank 7 |
| Pin 115 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 116 | I/O — User I/O - bank 7 |
| Pin 117 | I/O — User I/O - bank 8 |
| Pin 118 | I/O — User I/O - bank 8 |
| Pin 119 | VCCIO — I/O bank 8 supply voltage |
| Pin 120 | I/O — User I/O - bank 8 |
| Pin 121 | I/O — User I/O - bank 8 |
| Pin 122 | I/O — User I/O - bank 8 |
| Pin 123 | I/O — User I/O - bank 8 |
| Pin 124 | I/O — User I/O - bank 8 |
| Pin 125 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 126 | I/O — User I/O - bank 8 |
| Pin 127 | I/O — User I/O - bank 8 |
| Pin 128 | I/O — User I/O - bank 8 |
| Pin 129 | I/O — User I/O - bank 8 |
| Pin 130 | I/O — User I/O - bank 8 |
| Pin 131 | VCCIO — I/O bank 8 supply voltage |
| Pin 132 | I/O — User I/O - bank 8 |
| Pin 133 | I/O — User I/O - bank 8 |
| Pin 134 | MSEL0 — Configuration mode select 0 |
| Pin 135 | MSEL1 — Configuration mode select 1 |
| Pin 136 | nSTATUS — Configuration status (open drain) |
| Pin 137 | nCONFIG — Configuration control (active low) |
| Pin 138 | DCLK — Configuration clock |
| Pin 139 | DATA0 — Configuration data input |
| Pin 140 | TCK — JTAG test clock |
| Pin 141 | TMS — JTAG test mode select |
| Pin 142 | TDI — JTAG test data in |
| Pin 143 | TDO — JTAG test data out |
| Pin 144 | CONF_DONE — Configuration complete (open drain) |
Typical Applications
EPF10K30ETI144-2 is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Glue Logic / Bus Bridge, Legacy Peripheral Emulation, Telecom Line-Card Glue Logic, ASIC Prototyping and Logic Validation, Embedded DSP / Multiply-Accumulate Tables, Test & Measurement Front-End Logic.
Industrial Glue Logic / Bus Bridge
The EPF10K30ETI144-2 fits industrial glue-logic boards that bridge legacy parallel buses (ISA, PC/104, VME) to modern microprocessors. With 1,728 logic elements and 102 user I/Os, the FPGA can implement multi-master bus arbiters, address decoders, and 8/16/32-bit FIFO bridges in a single chip. The 24,576 bits of EAB RAM provide true dual-port memory for mailbox and pointer-passing between bus masters. Industrial temperature grade (-40C to +85C) ensures operation in factory-floor enclosures without derating. Quartus synthesis fits typical 32-bit bus-bridge designs well within the 30K-gate budget.
Recommended
Legacy Peripheral Emulation
Emulating discontinued peripherals (parallel-port chips, custom DMA controllers, ISA cards) is a sweet spot for the EPF10K30ETI144-2. The 200 MHz internal frequency easily handles ISA-bus timing, while 102 user I/Os are sufficient for 16-bit data plus full control-signal reproduction. EAB blocks can implement wait-state generators and protocol state machines. Designers maintain a single bitstream per peripheral, so the same PCB can emulate multiple legacy devices by re-flashing the configuration PROM - useful in aerospace and military long-lifecycle programs.
Recommended
Telecom Line-Card Glue Logic
Telecom line cards use the EPF10K30ETI144-2 for backplane glue, TDM bus arbitration, and HDLC/framer interfacing where deterministic latency matters. The FLEX 10KE fabric gives sub-10 ns pin-to-pin delays suitable for E1/T1 and 8 MHz ST-BUS clocks, while 102 I/Os cover 16-bit data plus framing and clock signals. Industrial temperature rating suits outdoor cabinet deployments. EABs implement small lookup tables for codec-law conversion (A-law/mu-law) without external ROM.
Recommended
ASIC Prototyping and Logic Validation
Before taping out an ASIC, designers validate RTL on FPGAs - the EPF10K30ETI144-2 fits small SoC blocks such as interrupt controllers, DMA engines, custom peripherals, and AMBA-AHB-to-APB bridges. 30K gates accommodate ~5-10K gate-equivalent ASIC logic with reasonable timing margin. Quartus synthesis with the FLEX 10KE library lets engineers reuse the same RTL later on Cyclone IV for production without rewriting constraints. Industrial temp grade supports in-vehicle and outdoor validation campaigns.
Recommended
Embedded DSP / Multiply-Accumulate Tables
Each FLEX 10KE EAB can be configured as a small read-only or read/write memory that mimics a multiplier lookup table - the EPF10K30ETI144-2 therefore fits low-sample-rate DSP datapaths (control loops, codec post-processing, simple FIR filters) where lookup-table-based MAC units suffice. 24,576 EAB bits hold 4K x 6-bit or 2K x 12-bit coefficient tables, and the 200 MHz fabric supports multi-MHz sample streams in industrial temperature environments.
Recommended
Test & Measurement Front-End Logic
Test equipment designers use the EPF10K30ETI144-2 for pattern generation, timing sequencers, and instrument-switching matrices. The 102 I/O count is sufficient for 32-channel digital I/O cards, and the 2.5 V core plus JTAG configuration support production-line programming via standard Altera tools. Industrial temperature grade suits bench and chamber testing. EAB RAM acts as a deep pattern buffer, and the 144-TQFP package is hand-solderable for prototype builds.
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Engineering reference data for EPF10K30ETI144-2 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EPF10K30ETC144-2N | EPF10K30ETC144-2 | EPF10K30ATC144-2N | EPF10K30ATC144-1N | EPF10K30ATC144-3 | EPF10K30ATI144-2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 144-TQFP | 144-TQFP - same | 144-TQFP - same | 144-TQFP - same | 144-TQFP - same | 144-TQFP - same | 144-TQFP - same |
| Brand | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel |
| Family | FLEX 10KE | FLEX 10KE | FLEX 10KE | FLEX 10KE | FLEX 10KE | FLEX 10KE | FLEX 10KE |
| Logic Elements | 1728 | 1728 | 1728 | 1728 | 1728 | 1728 | 1728 |
| Speed Grade | -2 | -2 | -2 | -2 | -1 (slower) | -3 (faster) | -2 |
| Temperature Grade | Industrial (-40C to +85C) | Commercial (0C to +70C) | Commercial (0C to +70C) | Commercial (0C to +70C) | Commercial (0C to +70C) | Commercial (0C to +70C) | Industrial (-40C to +85C) |
| User I/O | 102 | 102 | 102 | 102 | 102 | 102 | 102 |
| Lifecycle Status | NRND / Mature | NRND / Mature | NRND / Mature | NRND / Mature | NRND / Mature | NRND / Mature | NRND / Mature |
Key Differentiators
- Same-density silicon, multiple speed grades available (vs EPF10K30ATC144-3 (faster -3 speed grade))
- Industrial temperature grade vs commercial variants (vs EPF10K30ETC144-2 (commercial temp grade))
- Pin-to-pin compatibility with 'A' silicon revision (vs EPF10K30ATI144-2 (A-silicon industrial variant))
Design Notes
The EPF10K30ETI144-2 requires a stable 2.5 V core rail (2.375 V to 2.625 V) and one or more VCCIO bank supplies (typically 3.3 V for TTL/PCI-compatible I/O). Place 0.1 uF decoupling capacitors as close as possible to every VCCINT and VCCIO pin, and add bulk 10-47 uF tantalum or ceramic capacitors at each power-supply entry point. The SRAM-based configuration means inrush can reach 500 mA during configuration; size the regulator accordingly. Power sequencing - core before VCCIO, or simultaneous - is acceptable per Altera/Intel documentation.
Route the JTAG chain (TCK, TMS, TDI, TDO) with a star topology from the JTAG header to each device and keep TCK trace under 6 inches to avoid signal-integrity issues. Expose nCONFIG, nSTATUS, and CONF_DONE for in-system programming access. The 144-pin TQFP has a 0.5 mm pitch - use 0.15 mm trace/space with a 4-layer PCB and a continuous ground plane under the package. Leave 4-6 ground vias in the package thermal slug area for thermal dissipation.
Estimated: configuring the EPF10K30ETI144-2 from a fresh board without checking MSEL0/MSEL1 strap pins is the #1 first-power-on failure mode - tie them to the correct logic level for PS or JTAG mode before applying power. Second common pitfall: leaving VCCIO banks at 2.5 V while driving 3.3 V peripheral signals - this damages the I/O cells. Third: failing to series-terminate high-speed clock-distribution outputs when driving long traces; add 33 ohm series resistors at the FPGA output. Finally, choose EPCS-series serial flash only with Quartus version 7.2 or later for proper SOF-to-POF support.
Estimated: at 200 MHz internal frequency with 80% logic utilization, the EPF10K30ETI144-2 dissipates roughly 0.5-0.8 W typical, 1.5 W maximum. The 144-pin TQFP thermal resistance is approximately 35 C/W theta_JA on a 4-layer PCB with a small ground pad, so junction temperature rise above ambient is roughly 18-28 C typical, 53 C max - within industrial-grade limits. For continuous 85 C ambient operation, ensure 4-layer PCB with 2 oz copper pours on core and I/O supply planes to keep junction below 125 C.
Compliance Information
RoHS and lead-free per Altera/Intel product page. Industrial temperature grade ('I' suffix) is per spec but no AEC-Q100 automotive qualification. Halogen-free status not specified in the verified web data.
