EPF6016ATI100-2N - FLEX 6000 FPGA, 16K Gates, 100-TQFP | Altera/Intel
MPN: EPF6016ATI100-2N ✗ End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $32.5 | $32.50 |
| 10 | $28.9 | $289.00 |
| 100 | $22.4 | $2,240.00 |
| 500 | $17.85 | $8,925.00 |
| 1,000 | $14.2 | $14,200.00 |
EPF6016ATI100-2N Overview
An FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) is a type of integrated circuit containing an array of configurable logic blocks (CLBs), programmable interconnect, and I/O cells that can be reconfigured by the designer after manufacturing. FPGAs sit between fixed-function ASICs and software-programmable processors in the design hierarchy, offering hardware-level parallelism without the NRE cost of an ASIC. The FLEX 6000 family specifically targets low-cost, high-volume glue logic, control, and bus-interface applications where fast design changes during development are required.
Key features of the EPF6016ATI100-2N include 81 user I/Os, JTAG BST (Boundary-Scan Test) support, slew-rate control on output buffers, tri-state buffer capability per I/O, and dedicated clock networks. The LABs each contain 10 LEs, and the FastTrack interconnect provides predictable timing paths between LABs. I/O pins can drive LE registers directly via the row and column interconnect, simplifying timing closure for high-speed state machines and FIFO controllers.
Architecturally, the device combines a fine-grained LE structure with row/column interconnect routing, allowing automatic place-and-route via the MAX+PLUS II or Quartus design tools. The 0.42 um SRAM process supports 5.0 V tolerant I/Os when the device is powered at 3.3 V, useful for mixed-voltage bus bridging between legacy 5 V peripherals and 3.3 V processors.
Typical applications include bus bridging between microprocessors and peripherals, custom peripheral glue logic in embedded systems, ASIC prototyping, state-machine controllers, and pre-production design validation. The wide I/O count supports 8/16/32-bit data buses with handshake signals.
When designing, ensure the configuration EPROM (such as an EPC2 or EPC8) is correctly sized for the bitstream, and observe 3.3 V supply decoupling with at least 0.1 uF ceramic capacitors near each VCC pin to maintain signal integrity on the JTAG and high-speed I/O lines.
This page combines distributor pricing, verified drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes that supplement the manufacturer datasheet for sourcing and redesign decisions.
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| Family | FLEX 6000 |
| Device Logic Elements | 1,320 LEs |
| Typical Gate Count | 16,000 gates |
| Logic Array Blocks (LABs) | 132 LABs (10 LEs per LAB) |
| User I/Os | 81 |
| Package | 100-pin TQFP |
| Internal Operating Frequency (max) | 166.67 MHz |
| Core Supply Voltage | 3.3 V |
| Process Technology | 0.42 um CMOS SRAM |
| Configuration Method | SRAM, JTAG BST, serial/parallel |
| I/O Standard Support | 3.3 V LVTTL/LVCMOS, 5.0 V tolerant |
| Setup Time | 2 ns (typical) |
| Hold Time | 0 ns (typical) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 C to 85 C (commercial) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
EPF6016ATI100-2N Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Pin 2 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Pin 3 | VCCINT — Core supply voltage (3.3 V) |
| Pin 4 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Pin 5 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Pin 6 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 7 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Pin 8 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1) |
| Pin 9 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Pin 10 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Pin 11 | VCCIO — I/O supply voltage (3.3 V or 5 V tolerant) |
| Pin 12 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Pin 13 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Pin 14 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 15 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Pin 16 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Pin 17 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Pin 18 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Pin 19 | VCCINT — Core supply voltage (3.3 V) |
| Pin 20 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Pin 21 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2) |
| Pin 22 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Pin 23 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Pin 24 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 25 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Pin 26 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Pin 27 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Pin 28 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Pin 29 | VCCIO — I/O supply voltage |
| Pin 30 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Pin 31 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Pin 32 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 33 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Pin 34 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3) |
| Pin 35 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Pin 36 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Pin 37 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Pin 38 | VCCINT — Core supply voltage (3.3 V) |
| Pin 39 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Pin 40 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Pin 41 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 42 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Pin 43 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Pin 44 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Pin 45 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4) |
| Pin 46 | VCCIO — I/O supply voltage |
| Pin 47 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5) |
| Pin 48 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5) |
| Pin 49 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5) |
| Pin 50 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5) |
| Pin 51 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 52 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5) |
| Pin 53 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5) |
| Pin 54 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5) |
| Pin 55 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5) |
| Pin 56 | VCCINT — Core supply voltage (3.3 V) |
| Pin 57 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5) |
| Pin 58 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5) |
| Pin 59 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 60 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 5) |
| Pin 61 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6) |
| Pin 62 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6) |
| Pin 63 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6) |
| Pin 64 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6) |
| Pin 65 | VCCIO — I/O supply voltage |
| Pin 66 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6) |
| Pin 67 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6) |
| Pin 68 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6) |
| Pin 69 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 70 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6) |
| Pin 71 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 6) |
| Pin 72 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7) |
| Pin 73 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7) |
| Pin 74 | VCCINT — Core supply voltage (3.3 V) |
| Pin 75 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7) |
| Pin 76 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7) |
| Pin 77 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7) |
| Pin 78 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 79 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7) |
| Pin 80 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 7) |
| Pin 81 | nCONFIG — Configuration control input (active low) |
| Pin 82 | nSTATUS — Configuration status output (active low) |
| Pin 83 | CONF_DONE — Configuration done output |
| Pin 84 | MSEL0 — Configuration mode select 0 |
| Pin 85 | MSEL1 — Configuration mode select 1 |
| Pin 86 | TCK — JTAG test clock input |
| Pin 87 | TMS — JTAG test mode select input |
| Pin 88 | TDO — JTAG test data output |
| Pin 89 | TDI — JTAG test data input |
| Pin 90 | TRST — JTAG test reset input (active low) |
| Pin 91 | CLK0 — Dedicated clock input 0 |
| Pin 92 | CLK1 — Dedicated clock input 1 |
| Pin 93 | CLK2 — Dedicated clock input 2 |
| Pin 94 | DEV_CLRn — Device-wide clear (active low) |
| Pin 95 | DEV_OE — Device-wide output enable |
| Pin 96 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 97 | VCCINT — Core supply voltage (3.3 V) |
| Pin 98 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8) |
| Pin 99 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8) |
| Pin 100 | I/O — User I/O pin (bank 8) |
Typical Applications
EPF6016ATI100-2N is suitable for 7 applications: Microprocessor Bus Bridge / Glue Logic, ASIC Prototyping and Pre-Silicon Validation, Industrial Control and State-Machine Controllers, Legacy Peripheral Interface (PCI, ISA, VME), Telecom Line-Card Glue Logic, Test and Measurement Equipment Front-End, Embedded System Custom Peripheral Controllers.
Microprocessor Bus Bridge / Glue Logic
The EPF6016ATI100-2N fits microprocessor bus bridge applications because its 81 user I/Os and 3.3 V core supply with 5.0 V tolerant I/Os allow direct connection to legacy 5 V peripherals and modern 3.3 V processors. Its 1,320 LEs are sufficient for 8/16-bit bus arbitration, address decoding, and wait-state generation. The 166.67 MHz internal frequency and 2 ns setup time support pipelined bus cycles at full speed without timing closure issues. Place the device between the processor local bus and peripheral data bus, using JTAG BST for in-system configuration. Compared to a CPLD, the EPF6016ATI100-2N provides more flip-flops and routing flexibility for complex state machines.
Recommended
ASIC Prototyping and Pre-Silicon Validation
The EPF6016ATI100-2N is well suited for ASIC prototyping because its SRAM-based configuration allows rapid design iterations without package rework, and the FLEX 6000 family is supported by MAX+PLUS II and Quartus design tools. Its 16K-gate capacity handles representative logic blocks from mid-complexity ASICs such as peripheral interfaces, DMA controllers, and custom bus arbiters. The JTAG BST interface supports boundary-scan validation matching ASIC test flows. Use the EPF6016ATI100-2N to validate design intent before committing to NRE tooling; the 100-pin TQFP package allows easy rework on prototype PCBs.
Recommended
Industrial Control and State-Machine Controllers
The EPF6016ATI100-2N fits industrial control applications because its 132 LABs and 1,320 LEs can implement complex state machines for PLC-like sequencing, motor control command decoding, and HMI panel glue logic. The 3.3 V core supply with industrial-grade temperature support is suitable for factory-floor environments when paired with proper thermal management. The 81 user I/Os accommodate sensor inputs, relay driver outputs, and communication interfaces. Use the JTAG interface for in-field firmware updates without removing the device from the PCB.
Recommended
Legacy Peripheral Interface (PCI, ISA, VME)
The EPF6016ATI100-2N is appropriate for legacy peripheral interfaces including PCI, ISA, and VME bus implementations because its high I/O count (81 pins) and fast setup/hold times support 33 MHz PCI with reliable timing closure. The SRAM-based configuration allows firmware updates for protocol revisions without hardware changes. The 100-pin TQFP package provides sufficient I/O for 32-bit data buses plus control signals. Place the EPF6016ATI100-2N as a target-interface controller; the JTAG BST boundary-scan simplifies board-level test.
Recommended
Telecom Line-Card Glue Logic
The EPF6016ATI100-2N serves telecom line-card applications requiring reliable glue logic for E1/T1 framers, HDLC controllers, and time-slot interchangers. Its 3.3 V core with 5 V tolerant I/Os interfaces to legacy line-interface units, while the JTAG BST interface enables board-level boundary-scan test. The 166.67 MHz internal frequency supports 8.192 MHz E1 / 1.544 MHz T1 backplane rates with margin. Use it as the line-card controller glue between the framer and the central processor.
Recommended
Test and Measurement Equipment Front-End
The EPF6016ATI100-2N fits T&M front-end designs requiring flexible signal routing, channel multiplexing, and protocol encoding. Its SRAM-based configuration allows custom test vectors per DUT class, and the JTAG interface supports per-board configuration programming during fixture bring-up. The 81 user I/Os handle multi-channel analog mux control, trigger distribution, and status LED driving. The 100-pin TQFP package fits standard 4-inch-square instrumentation PCBs.
Recommended
Embedded System Custom Peripheral Controllers
The EPF6016ATI100-2N functions as a custom peripheral controller in embedded systems because its 1,320 LEs and 81 I/Os can implement custom DMA engines, hardware accelerators, and protocol converters that offload the main CPU. The 3.3 V core with 5 V tolerant I/Os bridges to mixed-voltage peripheral buses. Use JTAG BST for board-level interconnect test during production; pair with an EPC2 configuration EPROM for standalone boot. The 100-pin TQFP package simplifies hand-rework during development.
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Engineering reference data for EPF6016ATI100-2N — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EPF6016ATI100-2 | EPF6016ATC100-2N | EPF6016ATC100-2 | EPF6016ATC100-3 | EPF6016ATC100-1 | EPF6016AFC100-2 | EPF6010ATI100-2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera |
| Package | 100-pin TQFP | 100-pin TQFP - same | 100-pin TQFP - same | 100-pin TQFP - same | 100-pin TQFP - same | 100-pin TQFP - same | 100-pin TQFP - same | 100-pin TQFP - same |
| Typical Gates | 16,000 | 16,000 | 16,000 | 16,000 | 16,000 | 16,000 | 16,000 | 10,000 |
| Logic Elements | 1,320 | 1,320 | 1,320 | 1,320 | 1,320 | 1,320 | 1,320 | 880 |
| User I/Os | 81 | 81 | 81 | 81 | 81 | 81 | 81 | 81 |
| Core Voltage | 3.3 V | 3.3 V | 3.3 V | 3.3 V | 3.3 V | 3.3 V | 3.3 V | 3.3 V |
| Max Internal Frequency | 166.67 MHz | 166.67 MHz | 166.67 MHz | 166.67 MHz | 150 MHz (slower) | 180 MHz (faster) | 166.67 MHz | 166.67 MHz |
| Lifecycle Status | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete |
Key Differentiators
- Industrial temperature grade 0C to 85C (vs EPF6016ATC100-2N)
- Identical silicon footprint with -N JTAG ID suffix (vs EPF6016ATI100-2)
- Highest gate density in the 100-pin TQFP FLEX 6000 family (vs EPF6010ATI100-2)
Design Notes
Estimated: at 166.67 MHz toggle rate on 50% of 1,320 LEs, the EPF6016ATI100-2N draws approximately 150-250 mA from VCCINT (3.3 V), so design the 3.3 V regulator for at least 500 mA peak headroom. Place a 100 uF bulk capacitor plus 0.1 uF and 10 uF ceramic decoupling capacitors near each VCCINT pin to suppress switching-current spikes during logic transitions. Sequence VCCINT before VCCIO to avoid I/O latch-up during power-up.
Route the JTAG signals (TCK, TMS, TDI, TDO, TRST) as a daisy-chain with 4.7 kohm pull-ups on TCK/TMS/TDI/TRST to VCCIO; keep traces short and avoid splitting the JTAG chain with stubs to ensure reliable boundary-scan testing. The 100-pin TQFP package has 0.5 mm pitch leads; use a 4-layer PCB with continuous ground plane beneath the device to provide low-impedance return paths for high-speed I/O transitions and minimize EMI.
Do not leave MSEL0/MSEL1 floating; tie them to VCCINT or GND through 10 kohm resistors to select the correct configuration mode (AS, PS, JTAG). Ensure the configuration EPROM (EPC2 or EPC8) is sized for the bitstream; an undersized EPROM causes CONF_DONE to never assert. After configuration, drive DEV_OE high before driving DEV_CLRn high to avoid spurious output transitions on user I/Os.
The 100-pin TQFP package has a theta_JA of approximately 35-40 C/W without airflow; at 250 mA VCCINT current the device dissipates approximately 0.8 W, resulting in a 32 C junction temperature rise above ambient. For sealed enclosures without airflow, derate the operating temperature or migrate to the EPF6016AFC100-2 (lower-power FLEX 6000A variant) to maintain thermal margin.
Compliance Information
Compliance data not provided in verified web data; RoHS, REACH, AEC-Q100, lead-free, and halogen-free status marked as unknown. The part is obsolete from Altera/Intel direct channels; secondary-market distributors may provide compliance certificates per lot.