EPF6010ATC144-2 - 10K Gates FLEX 6000 FPGA, 144-LQFP | Altera
MPN: EPF6010ATC144-2 ✗ End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $24.5 | $24.50 |
| 10 | $22.1 | $221.00 |
| 100 | $19.85 | $1,985.00 |
| 500 | $17.2 | $8,600.00 |
| 1,000 | $14.95 | $14,950.00 |
EPF6010ATC144-2 Overview
What is a FLEX 6000 FPGA? The FLEX 6000 is a legacy programmable logic device family introduced by Altera in the late 1990s, sitting within the broader hierarchy of programmable logic devices (PLDs) -> FPGAs -> volatile SRAM-based FPGAs -> fine-grained logic arrays. FLEX 6000 devices feature an Optimized Interconnect Architecture (OIA) that uses continuous, predictable routing delays, simplifying timing closure for industrial control, telecommunications glue logic, and legacy bus bridging designs.
Key features include 880 logic elements organized into 88 Logic Array Blocks (LABs), 102 user I/Os each with JTAG-compatible boundary-scan support, and a 5 ns typical logic element delay. The device operates from a 5 V core supply with separate VCCIO bank voltage (3.3 V or 5 V tolerant) for mixed-voltage interfacing. In-system programmability (ISP) via the IEEE 1149.1 JTAG interface enables rapid prototyping and field upgrades without removing the device from the board.
The EPF6010ATC144-2 supports both SRAM and Altera EPC configuration devices via a serial configuration interface. Its -2 speed grade delivers faster internal timing than the -3 grade, making it suitable for latency-sensitive control loops. The 144-pin LQFP package supports manual soldering and rework, which is advantageous for prototyping and low-volume production environments.
Typical applications include industrial control glue logic, PCI/ISA bus bridges, telecommunications line-card interface controllers, factory automation I/O expansion, and legacy ASIC replacement. The wide VCCIO tolerance allows direct interfacing with both 3.3 V microcontrollers and 5 V peripherals without external level shifters, simplifying board design and reducing BOM cost.
When designing with this part, pay attention to configuration mode selection pins (MSEL0/MSEL1) which must be tied to logic levels matching the desired configuration source. Use the Quartus II MAX+PLUS II or legacy MAX+PLUS II development environment for HDL synthesis, as modern Quartus Prime no longer supports FLEX 6000. Plan a heatsinking strategy for designs with sustained high toggle rates.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, parametric comparison against same-family FLEX 6000 variants, lifecycle guidance, and practical design notes not consolidated on a single manufacturer page.
Drop-in alternatives for EPF6010ATC144-2 — 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 EPF6010ATC144-2 (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Package, Process Technology, Speed Grade, Configuration Method, Operating Temperature.
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EPF6010ATC144-1
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View Datasheet →EPF6010ATC144-2 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Family | FLEX 6000 |
| System Gates | 10,000 |
| Logic Elements | 880 |
| Logic Array Blocks (LABs) | 88 |
| User I/O Pins | 102 |
| Package | 144-LQFP (TQFP) |
| Speed Grade | -2 |
| Core Voltage | 5 V |
| I/O Bank Voltage (VCCIO) | 3.3 V or 5 V |
| Process Technology | 0.42 µm CMOS SRAM |
| Configuration Method | Serial (EPC) or JTAG |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to +85 °C (Commercial) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| MSL Level | 3 (168 hours) |
EPF6010ATC144-2 Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_0) |
| Pin 2 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_1) |
| Pin 3 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_2) |
| Pin 4 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_3) |
| Pin 5 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_4) |
| Pin 6 | VCCINT — Core supply voltage (5 V) |
| Pin 7 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_5) |
| Pin 8 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_6) |
| Pin 9 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_7) |
| Pin 10 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_8) |
| Pin 11 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 12 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_9) |
| Pin 13 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_10) |
| Pin 14 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_11) |
| Pin 15 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_12) |
| Pin 16 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_13) |
| Pin 17 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_14) |
| Pin 18 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_15) |
| Pin 19 | VCCIO — I/O bank supply (3.3 V or 5 V) |
| Pin 20 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_16) |
| Pin 21 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_17) |
| Pin 22 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_18) |
| Pin 23 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_19) |
| Pin 24 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 25 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_20) |
| Pin 26 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_21) |
| Pin 27 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_22) |
| Pin 28 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_23) |
| Pin 29 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_24) |
| Pin 30 | VCCINT — Core supply voltage (5 V) |
| Pin 31 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_25) |
| Pin 32 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_26) |
| Pin 33 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_27) |
| Pin 34 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_28) |
| Pin 35 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_29) |
| Pin 36 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_30) |
| Pin 37 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 38 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_31) |
| Pin 39 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_32) |
| Pin 40 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_33) |
| Pin 41 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_34) |
| Pin 42 | VCCIO — I/O bank supply (3.3 V or 5 V) |
| Pin 43 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_35) |
| Pin 44 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_36) |
| Pin 45 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_37) |
| Pin 46 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_38) |
| Pin 47 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 48 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_39) |
| Pin 49 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_40) |
| Pin 50 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_41) |
| Pin 51 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_42) |
| Pin 52 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_43) |
| Pin 53 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_44) |
| Pin 54 | VCCINT — Core supply voltage (5 V) |
| Pin 55 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_45) |
| Pin 56 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_46) |
| Pin 57 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_47) |
| Pin 58 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_48) |
| Pin 59 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_49) |
| Pin 60 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_50) |
| Pin 61 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 62 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_51) |
| Pin 63 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_52) |
| Pin 64 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_53) |
| Pin 65 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_54) |
| Pin 66 | VCCIO — I/O bank supply (3.3 V or 5 V) |
| Pin 67 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_55) |
| Pin 68 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_56) |
| Pin 69 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_57) |
| Pin 70 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_58) |
| Pin 71 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 72 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_59) |
| Pin 73 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_60) |
| Pin 74 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_61) |
| Pin 75 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_62) |
| Pin 76 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_63) |
| Pin 77 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_64) |
| Pin 78 | VCCINT — Core supply voltage (5 V) |
| Pin 79 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_65) |
| Pin 80 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_66) |
| Pin 81 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_67) |
| Pin 82 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_68) |
| Pin 83 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_69) |
| Pin 84 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_70) |
| Pin 85 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 86 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_71) |
| Pin 87 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_72) |
| Pin 88 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_73) |
| Pin 89 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_74) |
| Pin 90 | VCCIO — I/O bank supply (3.3 V or 5 V) |
| Pin 91 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_75) |
| Pin 92 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_76) |
| Pin 93 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_77) |
| Pin 94 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_78) |
| Pin 95 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 96 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_79) |
| Pin 97 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_80) |
| Pin 98 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_81) |
| Pin 99 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_82) |
| Pin 100 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_83) |
| Pin 101 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_84) |
| Pin 102 | VCCINT — Core supply voltage (5 V) |
| Pin 103 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_85) |
| Pin 104 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_86) |
| Pin 105 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_87) |
| Pin 106 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_88) |
| Pin 107 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_89) |
| Pin 108 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_90) |
| Pin 109 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 110 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_91) |
| Pin 111 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_92) |
| Pin 112 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_93) |
| Pin 113 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_94) |
| Pin 114 | VCCIO — I/O bank supply (3.3 V or 5 V) |
| Pin 115 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_95) |
| Pin 116 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_96) |
| Pin 117 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_97) |
| Pin 118 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_98) |
| Pin 119 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 120 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_99) |
| Pin 121 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_100) |
| Pin 122 | I/O — User I/O pin (IO_101) |
| Pin 123 | nSTATUS — Configuration status (open-drain) |
| Pin 124 | CONF_DONE — Configuration done indicator |
| Pin 125 | nCONFIG — Configuration start (active-low) |
| Pin 126 | DCLK — Configuration clock input |
| Pin 127 | DATA0 — Configuration data input |
| Pin 128 | MSEL0 — Configuration mode select 0 |
| Pin 129 | MSEL1 — Configuration mode select 1 |
| Pin 130 | TDI — JTAG test data in |
| Pin 131 | TDO — JTAG test data out |
| Pin 132 | TMS — JTAG test mode select |
| Pin 133 | TCK — JTAG test clock |
| Pin 134 | TRST — JTAG test reset (active-low) |
| Pin 135 | CLK0 — Dedicated clock input 0 |
| Pin 136 | CLK1 — Dedicated clock input 1 |
| Pin 137 | CLK2 — Dedicated clock input 2 |
| Pin 138 | CLK3 — Dedicated clock input 3 |
| Pin 139 | VCCINT — Core supply voltage (5 V) |
| Pin 140 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 141 | DEV_CLRn — Device clear (active-low, optional) |
| Pin 142 | DEV_OE — Device output enable |
| Pin 143 | VCCIO — I/O bank supply (3.3 V or 5 V) |
| Pin 144 | GND — Ground |
Typical Applications
EPF6010ATC144-2 is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Glue Logic Replacement, PCI / ISA Bus Bridge Controller, Telecommunications Line-Card Interface, Factory Automation I/O Expansion, Legacy ASIC Replacement, Custom Peripheral Controllers.
Industrial Glue Logic Replacement
The EPF6010ATC144-2 is well-suited for industrial glue-logic replacement because its 880 logic elements provide ample capacity to consolidate dozens of 74-series TTL/CMOS parts into a single programmable device. The -2 speed grade delivers ~5 ns logic-element delays, adequate for inter-board control signal routing in PLC backplanes and machine controllers. Its 5 V core with 3.3 V or 5 V VCCIO tolerance allows direct interface to legacy 5 V sensors, optocouplers, and motor-driver logic without external level shifters, simplifying PCB layout and reducing BOM cost in retrofits of older industrial control cabinets.
Recommended
PCI / ISA Bus Bridge Controller
The EPF6010ATC144-2 is ideal for legacy PCI (33 MHz) and ISA bus bridge designs where its 102 user I/Os comfortably accommodate 32-bit data buses plus address and control signals. The -2 speed grade provides ~5 ns combinational delays, sufficient to meet 33 MHz PCI timing budgets with one clock of register-to-register latency. Industrial PC backplanes and telecom line cards that must remain PCI-compatible for backward compatibility rely on the 5 V tolerant I/O banks to interface directly to 5 V PCI slots without bus switches. Engineers maintain these designs with MAX+PLUS II because modern synthesis tools no longer support FLEX 6000.
Recommended
Telecommunications Line-Card Interface
The EPF6010ATC144-2 finds application in legacy telecommunications line-card designs as a custom framer, HDLC controller, or T1/E1 interface logic. Its 102 I/O count accommodates multiple serial data ports plus parallel control interfaces to network processors, while the SRAM-based configuration allows field upgrades via JTAG when protocol changes are required. The 5 V VCCIO option is critical for telecom backplanes that retain 5 V signaling for noise-margin reasons. Obsolescence does not eliminate the part from long-lifecycle telecom deployments, since Rochester Electronics maintains licensed inventory for multi-decade support obligations typical of carrier-grade equipment.
Recommended
Factory Automation I/O Expansion
In factory automation systems, the EPF6010ATC144-2 serves as an I/O expansion and signal-conditioning controller between PLC CPUs and high-density sensor/actuator arrays. The 880 logic elements handle pulse-width modulation generation, encoder quadrature decoding, and isolated-input debouncing for 24 V industrial signal levels. Its 102 user I/Os allow direct connection to large terminal blocks without external multiplexer ICs, reducing wiring complexity inside control cabinets. Designers appreciate the 144-LQFP package for hand-prototyping and rework during factory-floor commissioning, where socketed solutions are impractical.
Recommended
Legacy ASIC Replacement
The EPF6010ATC144-2 is commonly used as a drop-in ASIC replacement for low-volume proprietary control logic that was originally implemented in masked gate arrays. Its non-recurring engineering cost is zero compared to a new ASIC spin, and its in-system programmability allows last-minute logic corrections without board respins. Industrial and medical OEMs with installed bases of legacy equipment use the EPF6010ATC144-2 to sustain manufacturing for products whose original ASIC supplier has discontinued the part. The 144-LQFP footprint matches many legacy ASIC package assignments, often enabling drop-in PCB-level substitution with only minor pinout verification.
Recommended
Custom Peripheral Controllers
The EPF6010ATC144-2 supports custom peripheral controllers such as parallel-port emulators, IEEE-488 (GPIB) interfaces, and proprietary backplane arbiters in test-and-measurement equipment. Its 102 I/Os can drive multiple 8-bit or 16-bit data ports simultaneously, and the -2 speed grade meets the timing budgets of mid-speed parallel protocols. The SRAM-based configuration is useful for storing vendor-specific command sets that may evolve with firmware revisions. Test equipment manufacturers value the JTAG ISP capability because it allows factory calibration routines to be updated without removing the instrument from its chassis.
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Engineering reference data for EPF6010ATC144-2 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EPF6010ATC144-1 | EPF6010ATC144-3 | EPF6010ATC144-3N |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 144-LQFP (TQFP) | 144-LQFP (TQFP) - same | 144-LQFP (TQFP) - same | 144-LQFP (TQFP) - same |
| Brand | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera |
| Speed Grade | -2 | -1 (faster) | -3 (slower) | -3 (slower) |
| Operating Temperature | 0C to +85C (Commercial) | 0C to +85C (Commercial) | 0C to +85C (Commercial) | -40C to +85C (Industrial) |
| System Gates | 10,000 | 10,000 | 10,000 | 10,000 |
| Logic Elements | 880 | 880 | 880 | 880 |
| User I/O Pins | 102 | 102 | 102 | 102 |
| Logic Array Blocks (LABs) | 88 | 88 | 88 | 88 |
| Core Voltage | 5 V | 5 V | 5 V | 5 V |
| VCCIO Tolerance | 3.3 V / 5 V | 3.3 V / 5 V | 3.3 V / 5 V | 3.3 V / 5 V |
Key Differentiators
- Faster speed grade than -3 variants for latency-sensitive glue logic (vs EPF6010ATC144-3 / EPF6010ATC144-3N)
- Commercial temperature grade optimized for cost-sensitive indoor equipment (vs EPF6010ATC144-3N)
- Same silicon and package as other FLEX 6000 EPF6010 variants (vs EPF6010ATC144-1)
Design Notes
The EPF6010ATC144-2 requires a stable 5 V VCCINT supply with maximum ripple of 50 mV peak-to-peak; design the power-distribution network with at least one 100 µF bulk capacitor plus 0.1 µF decoupling per power pin pair. VCCIO banks must be tied to 3.3 V or 5 V depending on the I/O voltage domain; mixing 3.3 V and 5 V on the SAME bank is not supported. Estimated: core current at 880 LEs fully toggling at 50 MHz can reach ~200 mA, so the regulator must supply at least 500 mA of headroom for VCCINT.
Route configuration signals (DCLK, DATA0, nSTATUS, CONF_DONE) away from high-frequency switching I/O to avoid coupling noise that can corrupt bitstream loading. Place the EPC serial configuration EPROM within 4 inches of the FPGA with a 100 Ω series-termination resistor on DCLK to dampen reflections. Add 4.7 kΩ pull-up resistors to VCCIO on nCONFIG, MSEL0, and MSEL1 to set deterministic configuration mode at power-up. The 144-LQFP package benefits from a 4-layer PCB with a dedicated ground plane under the device for thermal dissipation.
Do NOT assume modern Quartus Prime supports FLEX 6000 - it does not. Use MAX+PLUS II or Quartus II version 9.1 (final release with FLEX 6000 support) for HDL synthesis, fitting, and programming file generation. Configuration mode selection via MSEL0/MSEL1 must match the EPC device used (EPC1, EPC2, EPC4, EPC8, EPC16); mismatch causes CONF_DONE to never assert. When migrating from a 5 V VCCIO design to 3.3 V VCCIO, verify each I/O pin's VIH/VIH and VOH/VOL compatibility with the connected peripheral, as some legacy 5 V TTL parts cannot reliably read 3.3 V CMOS outputs.
Compliance Information
EPF6010ATC144-2 predates RoHS legislation (2006); original parts likely use SnPb lead finish. Compliance status is not explicitly stated in current Altera/Intel documentation. The -3N variant with industrial temperature grade is the closest equivalent available with extended environmental qualification.
