EPF6016AT1144-3N - FLEX 6000 FPGA 16K Gates | Altera TQFP-144
MPN: EPF6016AT1144-3N ✗ End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $28.5 | $28.50 |
| 10 | $25.2 | $252.00 |
| 100 | $21.85 | $2,185.00 |
| 500 | $18.4 | $9,200.00 |
| 1,000 | $15.75 | $15,750.00 |
EPF6016AT1144-3N Overview
A field-programmable gate array (FPGA) is a semiconductor integrated circuit that engineers can configure after manufacturing to implement custom digital logic functions. FPGAs sit within the programmable logic hierarchy alongside CPLDs, PALs, and GALs, but offer higher logic density, distributed register-rich architectures, and on-chip SRAM configuration memory. The FLEX 6000 family specifically targets low-to-mid density glue-logic replacement of discrete 74-series TTL and 4000-series CMOS parts, while providing non-volatile in-system reconfigurability through external configuration memory (EPC2, EPC1441).
Key features of the EPF6016AT1144-3N include 16,000 typical gates (24,000 maximum), 1,320 logic elements arranged in logic array blocks (LABs), 16,704 RAM bits distributed across embedded array blocks (EABs), and 132 user I/O pins. The device supports in-system programmability (ISP) via the ByteBlasterMV or BitBlaster download cable, multi-voltage I/O (MVIO) operation, and IEEE 1149.1 boundary-scan test (JTAG). The 144-pin TQFP package provides a robust plastic surface-mount footprint for industrial-temperature operation and automated assembly.
The FLEX 6000 architecture employs a four-input look-up table (LUT) per logic element, fast carry chains for arithmetic operations, and dedicated cascade chains for wide fan-in functions. Each LE contains a programmable register that can be configured as D, T, JK, or SR flip-flop with independent clock, clock-enable, and clear/preset controls. Embedded array blocks (EABs) deliver up to 2,048 bits of dual-port RAM per block, supporting FIFO buffers, ROM look-ups, and arithmetic coefficient storage. The continuous FastTrack interconnect routes signals across all LABs and EABs with predictable, deterministic timing.
Typical applications include industrial control and factory automation glue logic, telecommunications line-card bus interfaces, consumer electronics display controllers, networking peripheral bridges, and embedded system I/O expansion. The EPF6016AT1144-3N is also widely used in legacy PCI bus interfaces, microcontroller peripheral expansion, and as a configuration-memory controller in multi-FPGA systems. Its moderate density and low non-recurring engineering (NRE) cost make it an excellent choice for low-volume production or prototyping where ASIC conversion is not economically justified.
When designing with this device, ensure the supply rails (VCCINT 3.3 V and VCCIO 3.3 V or 2.5 V) are decoupled with 0.1 µF ceramic capacitors placed within 6 mm of every VCC pin, and that the JTAG TCK signal is properly terminated to avoid configuration errors. Designers migrating from MAX 7000 or MAX 3000 CPLDs to FLEX 6000 should be aware that FLEX 6000 is SRAM-based and loses configuration on power-down, requiring an external configuration PROM such as the EPC2 or EPC1441.
This page synthesizes FLEX 6000 family datasheet parameters, drop-in package-compatible alternatives from the same family, and practical design notes not found in distributor listings.
Drop-in alternatives for EPF6016AT1144-3N — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
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View Datasheet →EPF6016AT1144-3N Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Family | FLEX 6000 |
| Device Type | SRAM-based FPGA |
| Typical Gates | 16,000 |
| Maximum Gates | 24,000 |
| Logic Elements (LEs) | 1,320 |
| Maximum User I/O Pins | 132 |
| Embedded Array Blocks (EABs) | 16 |
| Total RAM Bits | 16,704 |
| Supply Voltage VCCINT | 3.3 V |
| Supply Voltage VCCIO | 3.3 V (5.0 V tolerant input option) |
| Process Technology | 0.42 µm CMOS SRAM |
| Speed Grade | -3 (commercial) |
| Package | TQFP-144 (T144) 22x22 mm |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Configuration Method | JTAG / ByteBlasterMV / BitBlaster with external EPC2 or EPC1441 PROM |
| Boundary Scan | IEEE 1149.1 (JTAG) compliant |
| In-System Programmability | Yes (ISP via JTAG) |
EPF6016AT1144-3N tqfp-144 (t144) 22x22 mm Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for EPF6016AT1144-3N (tqfp-144 (t144) 22x22 mm 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 EPF6016AT1144-3N.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
EPF6016AT1144-3N is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Glue Logic Replacement, PCI Bus Interface Bridge, Telecommunications Line Card Glue Logic, Consumer Display Controller, Microcontroller Peripheral Expansion, Legacy Multi-FPGA Configuration Controller.
Industrial Glue Logic Replacement
The EPF6016AT1144-3N consolidates 30-50 discrete 74-series TTL and 4000-series CMOS logic gates into a single reconfigurable device, reducing PCB area by up to 60% in legacy industrial-control retrofits. Its 1,320 logic elements and 132 user I/O pins comfortably handle counter chains, address decoders, multiplexers, and handshake state machines typical of PLC and motor-control subsystems. The FLEX 6000 3.3 V core with 5 V tolerant I/O permits direct interfacing with 5 V logic on existing boards without level-shifters, simplifying migration paths. Designers should provision an external EPC2 configuration PROM and route JTAG signals to a 10-pin header for in-field firmware updates.
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PCI Bus Interface Bridge
The EPF6016AT1144-3N implements PCI 2.1-compliant target or master interfaces in industrial PCs and embedded motherboards, using its 132 user I/O pins to bridge between the 32-bit PCI bus (3.3 V or 5 V signaling) and proprietary local buses. The on-chip 16,704 RAM bits across 16 EABs enable efficient FIFO buffering for DMA transfers without external SRAM, while the FLEX 6000 FastTrack interconnect provides deterministic timing for 33 MHz PCI operation. The TQFP-144 package exposes enough pins for a full 32-bit/33 MHz PCI interface plus local bus and JTAG. Quartus II includes PCI megafunctions that map cleanly to the EPF6016AT1144-3N logic-element budget.
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Telecommunications Line Card Glue Logic
Telecom line-interface cards historically used FPGAs like the EPF6016AT1144-3N to implement HDB3/B8ZS line coding, framing, alarm scanning, and local-bus arbitration between TDM framers and backplane serial links. Its 16,000-gate capacity accommodates multiple channelized data flows plus an HDLC controller and 8-bit microprocessor bus interface in a single chip. The SRAM-based configuration allows field reloading of protocol firmware as standards evolved, which proved decisive for telecom OEMs supporting multiple regional standards (E1, T1, ISDN PRI). Industrial temperature grade variants (EPF6016ATC144-3N) serve outdoor-mounted cabinets.
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Consumer Display Controller
The EPF6016AT1144-3N drives low-resolution LCD and TFT panels in mid-2000s consumer electronics, generating video timing signals, handling 8-bit parallel RGB interfaces, and implementing on-screen display (OSD) overlays. Its 132 user I/O pins are sufficient for RGB+HSYNC+VSYNC+DE panels up to XGA (1024x768) at 60 Hz refresh with simple bit-mapped OSD. The 5 V tolerant I/O option permits direct connection to legacy video DACs and microcontroller GPIO. Designers replaced discrete video-timing ASICs with this FPGA to enable panel-resolution changes via firmware updates rather than board respins.
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Microcontroller Peripheral Expansion
The EPF6016AT1144-3N extends 8-bit and 16-bit microcontrollers by emulating missing peripherals - timers, UARTs, PWM controllers, quadrature encoder interfaces, and parallel memory buses - in a single SRAM FPGA. The 132 user I/O pins plus Quartus II's free IP library (megafunctions) enable drop-in replacement of two or three large-scale integration (LSI) peripherals on legacy boards. The 3.3 V core with 5 V tolerant I/O simplifies integration with 5 V microcontrollers such as 8051, 68HC11, and PIC18 derivatives. External EPC2 configuration PROM allows firmware upgrades without replacing the MCU.
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Legacy Multi-FPGA Configuration Controller
In systems that cascade multiple FLEX 6000 FPGAs, the EPF6016AT1144-3N acts as a master configuration controller, daisy-chaining JTAG or PS (passive serial) configuration commands to downstream devices from a single EPC2 configuration PROM. Its 1,320 logic elements implement a multi-device configuration sequencer, status monitoring, and watchdog reset logic, while 132 user I/O pins fan out to four or five slave FPGAs. This architecture was common in DSP-array compute boards, multi-channel data-acquisition systems, and software-defined radio front-ends where multiple EPF6016 or EPF10K devices cooperated. The SRAM-based design permits partial reconfiguration of one FPGA while others continue operating.
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Engineering reference data for EPF6016AT1144-3N — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EPF6016ATC144-3N | EPF6016ATC144-3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Altera (now Intel) | Altera (now Intel) | Altera (now Intel) |
| Package | TQFP-144 (T144) 22x22 mm | TQFP-144 (T144) - same | TQFP-144 (T144) - same |
| Typical Gates | 16,000 | 16,000 | 16,000 |
| Logic Elements | 1,320 | 1,320 | 1,320 |
| Maximum User I/O | 132 | 132 | 132 |
| RAM Bits | 16,704 | 16,704 | 16,704 |
| Supply Voltage | 3.3 V core / 3.3 V I/O (5 V tolerant) | 3.3 V core / 3.3 V I/O (5 V tolerant) | 3.3 V core / 3.3 V I/O (5 V tolerant) |
| Temperature Grade | Commercial (0C to +70C) | Industrial (-40C to +85C) | Industrial (-40C to +85C) |
| Lifecycle Status | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete |
Key Differentiators
- Industrial temperature grade available in identical footprint (vs EPF6016ATC144-3N)
- Drop-in compatibility within FLEX 6000 family (vs EPF10K30ATC144-3)
- SRAM-based in-system programmability (vs MAX 7000 CPLD family)
Design Notes
The EPF6016AT1144-3N requires two supplies: VCCINT at 3.3 V (core logic) and VCCIO at 3.3 V (I/O banks), both referenced to a common ground. Place 0.1 µF X7R ceramic decoupling capacitors within 6 mm of every VCC pin and add 10 µF bulk tantalum capacitors at the regulator output. During in-rush (FPGA configuration), peak current can reach 200-500 mA on VCCINT; use a regulator with at least 1 A capacity. VCCIO banks can be powered independently to support mixed-voltage buses (e.g., 3.3 V local bus + 5 V legacy interface with input-only tolerance).
The TQFP-144 package has a 0.5 mm pitch and 22 mm body size; route signals on inner layers with micro-via fan-outs from the 0.5 mm perimeter pads. Keep JTAG signals (TCK, TMS, TDI, TDO, TRST) routed as a 4 mil controlled-impedance group with a 22-33 Ω series damping resistor on TCK near the FPGA. Maintain a continuous ground plane on layer 2 to provide return paths for high-speed FastTrack interconnect signals. The exposed pad (if present on this package variant) should be soldered to a ground copper pour for thermal dissipation.
The EPF6016AT1144-3N is SRAM-based and loses configuration on every power-down - design MUST include an external configuration PROM (EPC2, EPC1441, or equivalent). Do NOT skip the nCONFIG/nSTATUS pull-up resistors; without them, configuration fails intermittently. The 5 V tolerant I/O is input-only - DO NOT drive a 5 V signal onto an EPF6016 output configured as a driver, or the output stage will be damaged. For new designs, prefer Cyclone or Cyclone II FPGAs over FLEX 6000 to avoid EOL supply risk.
Compliance Information
EPF6016AT1144-3N is a legacy Altera FLEX 6000 family part introduced in the late 1990s; specific RoHS/REACH compliance status should be verified with distributor or Intel Altera archive before use in EU markets. The 'N' suffix in the part number historically indicated lead-free finish, but this should be confirmed via manufacturer documentation. AEC-Q100 is not applicable to FPGAs of this era.
