| Parameters | |
|---|---|
| Series | Cyclone® II |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) | 3 (168 Hours) |
| RoHS Status | RoHS Compliant |
| Package / Case | 896-BGA |
| Mfr | Intel |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C ~ 85°C (TJ) |
| Supplier Device Package | 896-FBGA (31x31) |
| Number of I/O | 622 |
| Voltage - Supply | 1.15V ~ 1.25V |
| Number of Logic Elements/Cells | 68416 |
| Number of LABs/CLBs | 4276 |
| Total RAM Bits | 1152000 |
| Package | Tray |
| Product Status | Active |
| Conevo-Key Programmable | Not Verified |
| Base Product Number | EP2C70 |
| REACH Status | REACH Unaffected |
| Standard Package | 27 |
| ECCN | 3A001A7A |
| HTSUS | 8542.39.0001 |
EP2C70F896C6N FPGA Chip
The EP2C70F896C6N is a high-performance FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) from Altera's (now part of Intel) Cyclone® II series, designed for cost-sensitive applications requiring medium-scale logic density and high-speed signal processing. It features 68,416 logic elements (LEs) and 72 embedded multipliers, enabling efficient implementation of complex digital algorithms such as video processing, motor control, and communication protocols. The chip supports up to 622 I/O pins in an 896-FBGA package, providing flexibility for high-bandwidth interfaces like PCI, DDR SDRAM, and LVDS. With a 1.2V core voltage and 3.3V/2.5V I/O compatibility, it balances power efficiency with compatibility across legacy and modern systems. Additional features include 4 PLLs (Phase-Locked Loops) for clock management, 1152 Kbits of embedded RAM, and 402.5 MHz maximum operating frequency, making it suitable for industrial automation, automotive electronics, and consumer devices.
Alternative FPGA Models
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● Cypress (Infineon) PSoC 6 CY8C6347BZI-BLD53: A dual-core ARM Cortex-M4/M0+ MCU with FPGA-like logic, targeting wearables and smart home devices needing mixed-signal processing.