EP3C10U256C8

Product Overview

Category: Programmable Logic Device (PLD)

Use: The EP3C10U256C8 is a programmable logic device designed for various digital applications. It offers flexibility and versatility in implementing complex digital circuits.

Characteristics: - High-performance FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) - Low power consumption - Small form factor - Wide range of I/O options - Configurable logic blocks - Embedded memory blocks - On-chip PLL (Phase-Locked Loop) - Support for various communication protocols

Package: The EP3C10U256C8 comes in a compact 256-pin plastic quad flat pack (PQFP) package, which ensures easy integration into circuit boards.

Essence: This PLD provides designers with the ability to create custom digital circuits that can be reprogrammed as needed, offering flexibility and cost-effectiveness compared to traditional fixed-function integrated circuits.

Packaging/Quantity: The EP3C10U256C8 is typically sold individually or in small quantities, depending on the supplier's packaging options.

Specifications

• Logic Elements: 10,080
• RAM Bits: 414,720
• Maximum User I/Os: 179
• Clock Management Tiles: 4
• Maximum User Flash Memory: 270 Kbits
• Maximum User Registers: 414,720
• Operating Voltage: 1.2V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +100°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The EP3C10U256C8 has a total of 256 pins, each serving a specific purpose in the device's functionality. For a detailed pin configuration diagram, please refer to the manufacturer's datasheet.

Functional Features

• Configurable Logic Blocks (CLBs): These blocks provide the ability to implement various logic functions, including combinational and sequential circuits.
• Embedded Memory Blocks: The device includes dedicated memory blocks that can be used for storing data or implementing lookup tables.
• Phase-Locked Loop (PLL): The on-chip PLL allows for precise clock generation and synchronization, enabling efficient timing control.
• I/O Options: The EP3C10U256C8 supports a wide range of I/O standards, such as LVCMOS, LVTTL, and differential signaling, providing compatibility with different communication protocols.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - Flexibility: The EP3C10U256C8 offers the ability to reprogram the device, allowing for design changes without the need for hardware modifications. - Cost-Effectiveness: Compared to fixed-function integrated circuits, programmable logic devices like the EP3C10U256C8 provide cost savings by eliminating the need for multiple specialized chips. - Versatility: The device can be used in various applications, including telecommunications, industrial automation, consumer electronics, and more.

Disadvantages: - Complexity: Programming and configuring the EP3C10U256C8 requires expertise in digital design and FPGA programming, which may pose a challenge for beginners. - Limited Resources: As a smaller-sized FPGA, the EP3C10U256C8 has limited logic elements and memory compared to larger devices, which may restrict the complexity of designs that can be implemented.

Working Principles

The EP3C10U256C8 operates based on the principles of field-programmable gate arrays. It consists of configurable logic blocks interconnected through programmable routing resources. These logic blocks can be programmed to implement various digital functions, while the routing resources allow for interconnection between different blocks.

The device is programmed using a Hardware Description Language (HDL) such as VHDL or Verilog. The HDL code is synthesized and converted into a configuration bitstream, which is then loaded onto the EP3C10U256C8 to define its functionality.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The EP3C10U256C8 finds applications in various fields, including:

1. Telecommunications: Used in base stations, network switches, and routers for signal processing, protocol conversion, and data routing.
2. Industrial Automation: Employed in control systems, motor drives, and robotics for real-time control, sensor interfacing, and communication interfaces.
3. Consumer Electronics: Integrated into multimedia devices, gaming consoles, and smart appliances for audio/video processing, user interface control, and connectivity features.
4. Automotive: Utilized in automotive electronics for engine control, driver assistance systems, and infotainment systems.
5. Medical Devices: Incorporated into medical imaging equipment, patient monitoring systems, and laboratory instruments for data acquisition, signal processing, and control functions.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

• EP3C16U256C8: A larger version of the EP3C10U256C8 with 16,000 logic elements and increased memory capacity.