Overview
The Intel Cyclone IV EP4CE15F17C8N is a Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) from Intel's Cyclone IV family, launched in 2009. This FPGA is designed to offer a balance between performance and power efficiency, making it suitable for a wide range of applications. It is fabricated using a 60 nm lithography process and is part of Intel's mid-range FPGA offerings.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Logic Elements (LE) | 15,000 |
| Fabric and I/O Phase-Locked Loops (PLLs) | 4 |
| Maximum Embedded Memory | 504 Kb |
| Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Blocks | 56 |
| Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Format | Multiply |
| Hard Memory Controllers | No |
| External Memory Interfaces (EMIF) | DDR, DDR2, SDR |
| Maximum User I/O Count | 343 |
| I/O Standards Support | 3.0 V to 3.3 V LVTTL, 1.2 V to 3.3 V LVCMOS, PCI, PCI-X, SSTL, HSTL, Differential SSTL, Differential HSTL, LVDS, Mini-LVDS, RSDS, LVPECL, BLVDS, PPDS |
| Package Options | E144, M164, M256, U256, F256, F484 |
Key Features
- High Performance and Low Power Consumption: The Cyclone IV EP4CE15F17C8N FPGA is optimized for low power consumption while maintaining high performance, making it ideal for power-sensitive applications.
- Advanced I/O Capabilities: Supports a wide range of I/O standards, including LVTTL, LVCMOS, PCI, PCI-X, and several differential I/O standards.
- Embedded Memory and DSP Blocks: Features 504 Kb of embedded memory and 56 DSP blocks, which are useful for digital signal processing and other compute-intensive tasks.
- External Memory Interfaces: Supports DDR, DDR2, and SDR external memory interfaces, enhancing the FPGA's memory access capabilities.
Applications
The Intel Cyclone IV EP4CE15F17C8N FPGA is versatile and can be used in various applications, including:
- Industrial Control Systems: For controlling and monitoring industrial processes.
- Medical Devices: In medical imaging, patient monitoring, and other medical equipment.
- Aerospace and Defense: For radar systems, communication equipment, and other defense-related applications.
- Consumer Electronics: In products such as set-top boxes, digital video recorders, and other consumer electronic devices.
Q & A
- What is the logic element count of the Cyclone IV EP4CE15F17C8N FPGA?
The Cyclone IV EP4CE15F17C8N FPGA has 15,000 logic elements. - What is the maximum embedded memory of this FPGA?
The maximum embedded memory is 504 Kb. - How many DSP blocks does this FPGA have?
The FPGA features 56 DSP blocks. - What external memory interfaces are supported by this FPGA?
The FPGA supports DDR, DDR2, and SDR external memory interfaces. - What are the package options available for this FPGA?
The package options include E144, M164, M256, U256, F256, and F484. - Does the Cyclone IV EP4CE15F17C8N FPGA support analog-to-digital conversion?
No, this FPGA does not have an analog-to-digital converter. - What is the lithography process used for this FPGA?
The FPGA is fabricated using a 60 nm lithography process. - What are the I/O standards supported by this FPGA?
The FPGA supports a wide range of I/O standards including LVTTL, LVCMOS, PCI, PCI-X, SSTL, HSTL, and several differential I/O standards. - Is FPGA bitstream security available on this model?
No, FPGA bitstream security is not available on this model. - What are some typical applications of the Cyclone IV EP4CE15F17C8N FPGA?
It is used in industrial control systems, medical devices, aerospace and defense, and consumer electronics.
