ALTERA EP1C3T144C8L

Mfr. Part

EP1C3T144C8L

Manufacturer

Altera (Intel). Y-IC is a quality distributor for Altera/Intel FPGA products and we are committed to delivering genuine parts, fast logistics, and professional technical support to help you pick the right device and succeed in your project.

Detailed Description

Low-cost Cyclone family FPGA. About 3k logic elements class device in a 144‑pin TQFP. Commercial temperature grade C. Speed grade 8. Suffix L indicates lead-free RoHS build. Designed for cost‑sensitive control, glue logic, and embedded processing tasks with on‑chip memory, multipliers, and PLLs. Current warehouse stock quantity 1940 units. Date code 05+.

Key Features

Low-cost FPGA architecture for general-purpose logic

Approximate device class: ~3k logic elements (Cyclone EP1C3 family)

Embedded RAM blocks for FIFOs/buffers

Embedded multipliers for basic DSP and motor control

On-chip PLLs for flexible clock synthesis and jitter filtering

Wide I/O standard support: 3.3 V, 2.5 V, 1.8 V, 1.5 V standards (per bank)

Core supply around 1.5 V typical for Cyclone family

JTAG boundary scan and in-system programming

Supports Altera EPCS serial configuration devices and standard JTAG programming

Speed grade -8 for balanced performance and power

144-pin TQFP for easy assembly and inspection (no BGA required)

Lead-free RoHS compliant build (L suffix)

Key Advantages

Very low total cost per logic function for mature, proven Cyclone family

Easy PCB design and rework with TQFP leads instead of BGA

Low static and dynamic power for cost-sensitive, power-limited designs

Broad tool and IP support in Quartus II design flow

Stable supply chain for legacy designs; ideal for sustaining and MRO

Straightforward migration within Cyclone family options in the same package (verify details)

Packaging

IC package type: TQFP-144 (Thin Quad Flat Pack), plastic encapsulated, lead-free finish

Body and materials: epoxy molding compound; matte Sn lead finish on copper leadframe; RoHS compliant

Mechanical size (typical for TQFP-144): about 20 x 20 mm body, ~1.0 mm body height, 0.5 mm lead pitch. Refer to datasheet for exact dimensions and tolerances

Pin configuration: 144 gull-wing leads on four sides; multiple I/O banks; dedicated configuration pins; JTAG pins; VCCINT, VCCIO, and GND pins distributed for low impedance

Thermal characteristics: commercial grade operation; typical θJA in the ~30–60 °C/W range depending on board copper and airflow; adequate ground/power plane and copper under the package recommended. Check the datasheet for exact thermal resistance and junction limits

Electrical properties overview: VCCINT ~1.5 V nominal; VCCIO per bank up to 3.3 V (I/O standard dependent); I/O drive strengths up to typical 24 mA (standard dependent); low standby power; speed grade -8 timing. Refer to datasheet for per-standard limits and timing

Shipping form: Tape and reel, approximately 1180 units per reel for current stock; tray options may be available on request

Stock details: Quantity on hand 1940 units; date code 05+

Lifecycle

Status: Mature legacy device. Availability can be limited and may be subject to allocation. Generally not recommended for new designs when newer Cyclone families are viable

Direct family options in same package to consider (verify pin and timing before use):

- EP1C4T144CxL and EP1C6T144CxL (same Cyclone family, higher density; check pin-compatibility and power)

Newer-generation alternatives for redesigns (not drop-in compatible; PCB and power changes required):

- Cyclone II: EP2C5T144, EP2C8T144

- Cyclone III: EP3C5, EP3C10 series (mostly FBGA packages)

- Cyclone IV E: EP4CE6, EP4CE10 series

- Cyclone 10 LP: 10CL006, 10CL010 series

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Key Application Areas

Industrial control, PLC expansion, and machine interfaces

Motor control and power conversion logic

Communications and networking glue logic, protocol bridging

Test and measurement, instrumentation, and data acquisition

Medical and consumer products needing flexible low-cost logic

Video and imaging format adaptation, timing control, and filtering

Legacy product sustainment where TQFP FPGA is required

Datasheet

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