EPF6010ANTC100-1 - 880 Logic Elements FLEX 6000 FPGA | Intel
MPN: EPF6010ANTC100-1 β End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $12.5 | $12.50 |
| 10 | $11.25 | $112.50 |
| 100 | $10 | $1,000.00 |
| 500 | $9.2 | $4,600.00 |
| 1,000 | $8.5 | $8,500.00 |
EPF6010ANTC100-1 Overview
A Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) is a type of programmable logic device (PLD) that combines the architectural flexibility of gate arrays with the design-turnaround advantages of in-system programmability. Within the broader semiconductor hierarchy, an FPGA sits between Application Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs) and general-purpose processors, offering hardware-level parallelism that microcontrollers and DSPs cannot match. FPGAs occupy the Programmable Logic category of Integrated Circuits and are widely used for glue logic, bus interfacing, custom state machines, and pre-ASIC prototyping. The FLEX 6000 family specifically targets cost-sensitive applications requiring moderate logic density.
Key features include 71 user I/O, 88 LABs/CLBs, 10,000 usable gates, SRAM configuration cells that allow in-field reconfiguration, and a 3.3V core supply with 5V-tolerant I/O support on selected pins. The device supports JTAG (IEEE 1149.1) boundary-scan testing and in-system programmability (ISP) via the serial configuration scheme. Internal pull-up resistors on user I/O pins reduce external component count.
Architecturally, the FLEX 6000 family employs a look-up table (LUT) based logic element with carry-chain support, organized into Logic Array Blocks (LABs). Each LAB contains ten logic elements and shares local interconnect resources, while FastTrack Interconnect provides row/column routing across the die. The SRAM configuration memory is volatile, requiring an external configuration EPROM or microcontroller to load the bitstream at power-up.
Typical applications include bus bridging (PCI to local bus glue logic), industrial control interfaces, low-density communication protocol conversion, custom peripheral controllers for embedded systems, and pre-silicon ASIC prototyping. The 100-pin TQFP footprint also makes the EPF6010ANTC100-1 a cost-effective choice for legacy designs where migrating to a newer FPGA family would require PCB rework.
When designing with this part, note that the configuration memory is volatile - a power-down event erases the design, so a configuration source (EPC1, EPC2, or microcontroller) is mandatory. The 3.3V supply has tighter tolerance than 5V-tolerant parts; verify VCC ramp times match Intel specifications to avoid configuration failure during power-on.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing for the EPF6010ANTC100-1, same-family drop-in alternatives within the FLEX 6000 family, and design notes not duplicated from the manufacturer datasheet.
Drop-in alternatives for EPF6010ANTC100-1 β 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 EPF6010ANTC100-1 (same form factor and footprint) β differing in Package, Operating Temperature, Family, Speed Grade, Logic Elements.
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EPF6010ATC100-1
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EPF6010CTC100-1
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EPF6010ANTC100-1 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Series | FLEX 6000 |
| Manufacturer | Intel (formerly Altera) |
| Number of LABs/CLBs | 88 |
| Number of Logic Elements/Cells | 880 |
| Total RAM Bits | 0 (no embedded block RAM) |
| Number of I/O | 71 |
| Number of Gates | 10000 |
| Voltage - Supply | 3.0 V to 3.6 V |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Package | 100-pin TQFP |
| Configuration Memory | SRAM (volatile) |
| Programming Interface | JTAG (IEEE 1149.1), serial passive |
| Part Status | Obsolete |
EPF6010ANTC100-1 Pin Configuration
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Typical Applications
EPF6010ANTC100-1 is suitable for 6 applications: Bus Bridging and Glue Logic, Industrial Control Interface, Custom Peripheral Controller, ASIC Pre-Silicon Prototyping, Communication Protocol Conversion, Legacy System Maintenance and Repair.
Bus Bridging and Glue Logic
The EPF6010ANTC100-1 is well suited for bus bridging applications such as PCI-to-local bus glue logic, where its 880 logic elements and 71 user I/O pins provide sufficient capacity for protocol conversion, address decoding, and timing alignment circuits. With 88 LABs, the device supports multi-channel bridge implementations while operating at 3.3V from a standard logic rail. Its JTAG boundary-scan support simplifies board-level test, and the SRAM configuration memory enables iterative design updates. Estimated: each LAB consumes roughly 1% of the 880-element budget, so bridges with up to 8-10 moderate-complexity channels fit comfortably.
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Industrial Control Interface
In industrial control systems, the EPF6010ANTC100-1 implements custom interface logic for sensors, actuators, and motor drivers using its 71 I/O pins to handle parallel I/O expansion, encoder decoding, and PWM generation. The 100-pin TQFP footprint allows integration onto standard through-hole and mixed-signal PCBs. Combined with its 3.3V supply and JTAG ISP capability, engineers can field-update the control logic without removing the board. Estimated: a typical quadrature decoder plus PWM/timer block uses ~150-200 logic elements, leaving ample margin for safety interlocks.
Recommended
Custom Peripheral Controller
Embedded systems use the EPF6010ANTC100-1 as a custom peripheral controller to offload I/O expansion, custom serial protocols (UART, SPI, I2C), and timing-critical tasks from the main microcontroller. The device's 71 I/O pins and 880 logic elements provide flexible I/O mapping and protocol engine implementation. Its SRAM-based configuration enables rapid design iteration during development, and the 100-pin TQFP package simplifies hand-soldering for prototypes. Designers typically allocate 2-4 I/O per protocol engine plus dedicated interrupt lines.
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ASIC Pre-Silicon Prototyping
Designers targeting ASIC production use the EPF6010ANTC100-1 to validate RTL designs before tape-out, leveraging the FLEX 6000 family LUT-based architecture for cycle-accurate emulation of moderate-complexity ASICs. With 10,000 usable gates, it accommodates control logic, glue logic, and small datapath blocks. JTAG-based ISP allows rapid design turnaround, and the same Quartus toolchain used for production FPGAs supports this legacy family. Estimated: a 5,000-gate ASIC block maps to roughly 50-60% of the EPF6010ANTC100-1's resource budget.
Recommended
Communication Protocol Conversion
Legacy communication equipment uses the EPF6010ANTC100-1 to implement protocol converters between UART, SPI, I2C, parallel interfaces, and proprietary bus standards. The 71 I/O and 880 logic elements allow multi-channel protocol stacks with FIFO buffering in distributed RAM. Operating from a 3.3V rail simplifies integration with modern MCUs. Estimated: each full-duplex UART/SPI engine uses ~80-120 logic elements with small FIFOs, so the device can host 4-6 simultaneous protocol channels comfortably.
Recommended
Legacy System Maintenance and Repair
Industrial and military systems with installed FLEX 6000 FPGAs require EPF6010ANTC100-1 units for repair, refurbishment, and field upgrades. Because the part is obsolete, distributors and independent channels carry limited inventory for these long-lifecycle systems. The 100-pin TQFP package matches the original PCB footprint for direct swap. Designers should qualify multiple sources and consider conformal coating or socketed designs for field serviceability. Typical repair scenarios use 1-10 units per maintenance cycle.
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Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EPF6010ATC100-1 | EPF6010BTC100-1 | EPF6010CTC100-1 |
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| Brand | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel |
| Package | 100-pin TQFP | 100-pin TQFP - same | 100-pin TQFP - same | 100-pin TQFP - same |
| Logic Elements | 880 | 880 | 880 | 880 |
| LABs/CLBs | 88 | 88 | 88 | 88 |
| User I/O | 71 | 71 | 71 | 71 |
| Usable Gates | 10,000 | 10,000 | 10,000 | 10,000 |
| Supply Voltage | 3.0V to 3.6V | 3.0V to 3.6V | 3.0V to 3.6V | 3.0V to 3.6V |
| Lifecycle Status | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete |
Key Differentiators
- True drop-in replacement availability within FLEX 6000 family (vs EPF6010ATC100-1)
- Established ecosystem with mature toolchain support (vs EPF10K20TC144-4)
- Low-cost moderate-density FPGA option (vs EPF10K50VRC240-3)
Design Notes
The EPF6010ANTC100-1 requires both VCCINT (3.3V core) and VCCIO (3.3V or 2.5V I/O) rails with proper decoupling. Place 0.1 uF ceramic capacitors close to every VCC pin and bulk capacitors at the regulator output. Per the FLEX 6000 datasheet, the VCC ramp rate must be monotonic and within 50 mV/us to guarantee successful configuration at power-up. Estimated: a fully utilized EPF6010ANTC100-1 with all 71 I/O toggling at 50 MHz can draw up to 150-200 mA from VCCINT.
Because the FLEX 6000 configuration memory is SRAM-based (volatile), the bitstream is lost on every power-down. A configuration source - either an EPC1/EPC2 EPROM, a microcontroller, or a download cable - must be present at every power-up. Forgetting the configuration source is the most common design error with this family. Always include the nCONFIG reset circuit and CONF_DONE LED for debug visibility.
Route JTAG signals (TDI, TDO, TMS, TCK) with short traces (<5 cm) and avoid routing them parallel to clock or switching signals to prevent programming errors. Place the TQFP-100 with a solid ground plane on the top or second layer directly under the device to minimize inductance on VCC/GND pins. Keep configuration EPROM close to the FPGA to reduce bitstream loading time and signal integrity issues.
Compliance Information
Compliance data not present in the verified web data. Refer to the original FLEX 6000 family datasheet (DSF6000) for confirmed RoHS / lead-free status before substituting in modern RoHS-only designs.
