The EP4CE115F29I7N is a high-performance FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) from Intel (formerly Altera), designed for complex digital logic and signal processing tasks. It belongs to the Cyclone IV E family and offers a range of features suitable for various applications requiring programmable logic. Here are its key features and specifications:
- Logic Capacity:
- Total Logic Elements: Approximately 115,000 logic elements, providing substantial capacity for implementing complex digital circuits.
- Memory:
- Embedded Memory Blocks: Includes up to 6.7 Mbits of embedded memory, which can be used for data storage and buffering.
- I/O and Connectivity:
- I/O Pins: Up to 234 I/O pins, supporting a wide range of interfacing needs.
- High-Speed I/O: Features high-speed transceivers for fast data communication.
- Performance:
- Clock Speed: Capable of operating at high clock speeds, making it suitable for demanding applications.
- High Performance: Delivers efficient performance for both combinational and sequential logic tasks.
- Package Type:
- FPGA Package: FBGA (Fine Ball Grid Array) package with 484 balls, providing a high density of connections in a compact form factor.
- Configuration:
- Configuration Memory: Uses external configuration memory for programming the FPGA logic.
- Applications:
- Digital Signal Processing (DSP): Suitable for complex signal processing tasks such as filtering, FFT, and modulation.
- Communications: Used in high-speed communication systems for data handling and protocol implementation.
- Industrial Control: Ideal for control systems in industrial automation and robotics.
- Embedded Systems: Utilized in embedded systems requiring custom logic and high-speed processing.
- Development Tools:
- Intel Quartus Prime Software: Compatible with Intel’s Quartus Prime development software for design entry, simulation, and programming.
- Features:
- Low Power Consumption: Designed for efficient operation with considerations for power consumption.
- Flexible Design: Offers a highly flexible design environment with programmable logic blocks and interconnects.
The EP4CE115F29I7N FPGA provides a versatile and high-capacity solution for implementing complex digital designs, offering substantial logic resources, high-speed I/O, and embedded memory. It is well-suited for a broad range of applications from industrial control to advanced digital signal processing.