EPF6016AQC208-1 - 16K Gates, 171 I/O FLEX 6000 FPGA | Intel
MPN: EPF6016AQC208-1 ⚠ Last Time Buy| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $63.97 | $63.97 |
| 10 | $58.5 | $585.00 |
| 100 | $52.2 | $5,220.00 |
| 500 | $46.8 | $23,400.00 |
| 1,000 | $42.1 | $42,100.00 |
EPF6016AQC208-1 Overview
A field-programmable gate array (FPGA) is a type of integrated circuit containing an array of programmable logic blocks, programmable interconnects, and configurable I/O cells. FPGAs sit in the broader hierarchy of programmable logic devices (PLDs) alongside CPLDs and are positioned between general-purpose microcontrollers and application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs), offering hardware-level parallelism and post-manufacture reconfigurability for prototyping, low-volume production, and designs requiring late-stage design changes.
Key features of the EPF6016AQC208-1 include 5.0 V tolerant I/O buffers compliant with PCI Local Bus Specification Revision 2.2 (when VCCIO = 5.0 V), 3.3 V PCI compliance at VCCIO = 3.3 V, multi-volt I/O support for interfacing with 2.5 V, 3.3 V, and 5.0 V devices, and JTAG-based IEEE 1149.1 boundary-scan test support. Each logic element contains a 4-input look-up table (LUT), a programmable register with enable, and dedicated carry and cascade logic for high-speed arithmetic. The 208-BFQFP package supports surface-mount assembly on standard PQFP land patterns.
The architecture uses a uniform row-and-column interconnect with FastTrack routing that propagates signals along rows and columns between LABs. Each LAB contains 10 LEs, local interconnect, and LAB control signals; carry chains implement fast arithmetic functions such as adders and counters, while cascade chains support wide-input functions such as comparators. The device includes a built-in JTAG controller and supports serial and parallel configuration modes with configuration data stored in external SRAM or configuration EPROM.
Typical applications for the EPF6016AQC208-1 include glue logic and bus interface bridging in telecom equipment, PCI bus interface controllers, industrial control and factory automation I/O expansion, prototyping for ASIC migration, and replacement of multiple 74-series discrete logic devices in legacy systems. Designers favor the FLEX 6000 family for its predictable timing closure and 5.0 V tolerance in mixed-voltage industrial designs.
When designing with this device, ensure 3.3 V or 5.0 V VCCINT and VCCIO rails are properly decoupled with 0.1 µF and 10 µF capacitors placed close to each supply pin. The configuration interface pins (nCONFIG, nSTATUS, CONF_DONE) require external pull-up resistors per Intel/Altera application notes for the FLEX 6000 family.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives from the FLEX 6000 family and cross-brand compatible FPGAs in the same 208-BFQFP footprint, and practical design notes not collected in a single place in the manufacturer datasheet.
Drop-in alternatives for EPF6016AQC208-1 — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
Variants in this series
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View Datasheet →EPF6016AQC208-1 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Family | FLEX 6000 |
| Typical Gates | 16,000 |
| Maximum System Gates | 24,000 |
| Logic Elements (LEs) | 1,320 |
| Logic Array Blocks (LABs) | 132 |
| User I/Os | 171 |
| Package | 208-BFQFP (PQFP) |
| Speed Grade | -1 |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to +85 °C (commercial) |
| Supply Voltage VCCINT | 5.0 V (typical) |
| I/O Voltage VCCIO | 3.3 V or 5.0 V |
| Maximum Internal Frequency | 172 MHz |
| Configuration Memory | SRAM (volatile, external config device required) |
| Boundary-Scan Support | IEEE 1149.1 (JTAG) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Process Technology | CMOS, 5.0 V tolerant |
EPF6016AQC208-1 208-bfqfp (pqfp) Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for EPF6016AQC208-1 (208-bfqfp (pqfp) package). This digital IC includes GPIO, communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C), and power pins. Refer to the manufacturer datasheet for alternate pin functions and configuration options. Essential for embedded system design and PCB layout.
No detailed pinout data available for EPF6016AQC208-1.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
EPF6016AQC208-1 is suitable for 6 applications: PCI Bus Interface Controllers, Glue Logic and Bus Bridging, Industrial Control I/O Expansion, ASIC Prototyping and Design Validation, Telecom Backplane Interface Bridging, Legacy Replacement of Discrete 74-Series Logic.
PCI Bus Interface Controllers
The EPF6016AQC208-1 is well matched to PCI bus controller designs because its FLEX 6000 I/O cells are PCI Local Bus Specification Revision 2.2 compliant at both 5.0 V and 3.3 V operation per the FLEX 6000 datasheet. Its 171 user I/Os provide ample headroom for a full 32-bit/33 MHz PCI interface plus side-band signals such as PERR, SERR, REQ, GNT, and IDSEL. The 1,320 LEs can host PCI target or master state machines, FIFOs, and address decoding logic. FastTrack continuous routing paths deliver the deterministic timing required to meet PCI 2.2 setup/hold at 33 MHz on the 208-BFQFP footprint.
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Glue Logic and Bus Bridging
With 171 user I/Os and 1,320 LEs, the EPF6016AQC208-1 is a natural fit for replacing dozens of 74-series discrete logic devices on legacy boards, including address decoders, bus arbiters, and protocol-bridging FIFOs. The FLEX 6000 architecture's per-LAB carry chain accelerates arithmetic functions like counters and address comparators, while the 208-BFQFP package supplies enough I/O for 32-bit data buses plus full control signal support. Designers benefit from a single SRAM-based device that can absorb late-stage protocol changes without PCB rework, which is the original value proposition of the FLEX 6000 family.
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Industrial Control I/O Expansion
Industrial PLCs and distributed I/O racks benefit from the EPF6016AQC208-1's 5.0 V-tolerant I/O cells and 171 user pins, which connect directly to 24 V opto-isolated sensor and actuator interfaces through external level shifters. The 132 LABs implement parallel state machines for multi-channel I/O scanning, while FastTrack routing provides deterministic scan-cycle timing. Commercial temperature grade (0 °C to +85 °C) covers most factory-floor enclosures; for harsher environments, designers can derate or upgrade to an industrial-grade variant. The 208-BFQFP package supports robust through-hole-friendly surface-mount assembly on thick industrial PCBs.
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ASIC Prototyping and Design Validation
The SRAM-based EPF6016AQC208-1 is well suited to ASIC prototyping because it can be reconfigured indefinitely, allowing design iterations without re-spinning masks. Its 24,000 maximum system gates and 1,320 LEs accommodate a typical sub-block prototype, while 171 user I/Os expose internal signals for logic-analyzer probing. The FLEX 6000 carry and cascade chains deliver accurate delay modeling for arithmetic and comparator blocks, increasing prototype-to-ASIC correlation. Designers port validated RTL to silicon knowing that timing margins and I/O behavior have been measured on representative FPGAs before committing to masks.
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Telecom Backplane Interface Bridging
The EPF6016AQC208-1 bridges legacy telecom backplane buses (H.110, H-MVIP, MVIP-90, and proprietary PCM highways) to newer TDM or packet fabrics. Its 171 user I/Os terminate multiple 8-bit TDM streams plus framing and clock signals, while 1,320 LEs run the rate-adaptation FIFOs and framing state machines. FLEX 6000 PCI-compliant I/O at 3.3 V or 5.0 V is convenient when the backplane is shared with CompactPCI host cards. The 208-BFQFP package supplies the large I/O count and robust gull-wing leads required for telecom backplane assemblies.
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Legacy Replacement of Discrete 74-Series Logic
Replacing dozens of 74F/74AS/74LS buffers, latches, transceivers, and comparators with a single EPF6016AQC208-1 reduces PCB area, BOM count, and inventory complexity. Each logic element with its 4-input LUT replaces a small MSI function, while LAB-level carry/cascade chains accelerate wide comparators and address decoders that would otherwise require multiple cascaded gates. Designers retain the same board-level interfaces because the 208-BFQFP footprint and I/O assignments match legacy wiring. The result is a single in-system reconfigurable device that emulates the legacy logic while enabling post-deployment design updates.
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Engineering reference data for EPF6016AQC208-1 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EPF6016AQC208-2N | EPF6016AQC208-3N | EPF6016AQC208-3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 208-BFQFP (PQFP) | 208-BFQFP (PQFP) - same | 208-BFQFP (PQFP) - same | 208-BFQFP (PQFP) - same |
| Brand | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel |
| Family | FLEX 6000 | FLEX 6000 | FLEX 6000 | FLEX 6000 |
| Speed Grade | -1 | -2 (faster) | -3 (fastest) | -3 (fastest, non-N) |
| Logic Elements | 1,320 | 1,320 | 1,320 | 1,320 |
| Logic Array Blocks | 132 | 132 | 132 | 132 |
| User I/Os | 171 | 171 | 171 | 171 |
| PCI Compliance | PCI 2.2 (3.3 V and 5.0 V) | PCI 2.2 (3.3 V and 5.0 V) | PCI 2.2 (3.3 V and 5.0 V) | PCI 2.2 (3.3 V and 5.0 V) |
| Configuration Memory | SRAM (volatile) | SRAM (volatile) | SRAM (volatile) | SRAM (volatile) |
| Boundary Scan | IEEE 1149.1 (JTAG) | IEEE 1149.1 (JTAG) | IEEE 1149.1 (JTAG) | IEEE 1149.1 (JTAG) |
Key Differentiators
- 5.0 V-tolerant PCI-compliant I/O (vs Xilinx Spartan-6 XC6SLX16)
- FLEX 6000 family pinout compatibility across speed grades (vs Cyclone IV EP4CE6)
- 171 user I/Os in a PQFP package (vs Lattice MachXO2-256)
- Deterministic FastTrack continuous routing (vs Microsemi SmartFusion2 M2S010)
Design Notes
The FLEX 6000 family requires a stable VCCINT rail (typically 5.0 V) and a separate VCCIO rail for each I/O bank (3.3 V or 5.0 V). Place 0.1 µF ceramic decoupling capacitors within 5 mm of every VCC pin and bulk 10 µF tantalum or polymer capacitors at each rail entry point. The dedicated VCCPD pin must be tied to 3.3 V for proper pre-configuration I/O behavior per the FLEX 6000 datasheet. Power sequencing is recommended so that VCCINT comes up before or simultaneously with VCCIO to avoid I/O latch-up during configuration.
The 208-BFQFP package has gull-wing leads on a 0.5 mm pitch with a body roughly 28 mm × 28 mm. Provide at least 1.5× lead-width of solder paste for reliable reflow on the surface-mount pads, and follow the land pattern in IPC-7351 for QFP packages. Route differential clock pairs (e.g., dedicated clock inputs on the FLEX 6000) with matched lengths to within 50 mils and keep them on the inner layers with continuous ground reference to control impedance around 50 Ω.
The EPF6016AQC208-1 stores configuration in volatile SRAM, so an external configuration EPROM or flash plus serial/parallel loader is mandatory on every board. The nCONFIG, nSTATUS, and CONF_DONE pins require external 10 kΩ pull-ups to VCCIO during normal operation, and the JTAG chain must include the dedicated TCK, TMS, TDI, and TDO pins even if JTAG is unused, with the TRST pin tied to VCCIO through 10 kΩ for normal operation per the FLEX 6000 datasheet. Failing to pull up these configuration pins is the most common cause of 'won't configure' debug tickets on FLEX 6000 designs.
Compliance Information
RoHS, REACH, lead-free, halogen-free, and conflict-mineral compliance data were not present in the verified web data and are flagged as [DATA_NEEDED]. The -1, -2N, and -3N speed grades indicate Altera/Intel lead-free variants; the older -3 (non-N) suffix historically indicates a non-lead-free finish. AEC-Q100 is not applicable to FPGAs.