Overview
The Intel Cyclone IV EP4CE55F23A7N is a Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) from the Cyclone IV E family, designed to offer a balance between performance and power efficiency. Launched in 2009, this FPGA is fabricated using 60nm technology and is widely used in various applications requiring high logic density and flexible I/O capabilities.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Logic Elements (LE) | 55,856 |
| Fabric and I/O Phase-Locked Loops (PLLs) | 4 |
| Maximum Embedded Memory | 2.34 Mb |
| Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Blocks | 154 (18x18) |
| Maximum User I/O Count | 374 |
| 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 | U484, F484, F780 |
| Lithography | 60 nm |
| External Memory Interfaces | DDR, DDR2, SDR |
| Operating Voltage | 1.2 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to 100°C |
Key Features
- High logic density with 55,856 logic elements, making it suitable for complex digital designs.
- Integrated DSP blocks (154) for efficient signal processing.
- Support for various I/O standards, including LVDS, LVPECL, and PCI-X, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of systems.
- External memory interfaces for DDR, DDR2, and SDR, facilitating integration with different memory types.
- Advanced PLLs for clock management and synchronization.
Applications
The Intel Cyclone IV EP4CE55F23A7N FPGA is versatile and can be used in a variety of applications, including:
- Industrial control systems: For complex control and automation tasks.
- Communication systems: Supporting protocols like EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP, and RapidIO.
- Medical imaging: For applications requiring high-speed data processing and signal processing.
- Aerospace and defense: Where high reliability and performance are critical.
- Consumer electronics: For products that require customizable and high-performance digital logic.
Q & A
- What is the logic element count of the EP4CE55F23A7N FPGA?
The EP4CE55F23A7N FPGA has 55,856 logic elements. - What is the maximum embedded memory of this FPGA?
The maximum embedded memory is 2.34 Mb. - How many DSP blocks does this FPGA have?
The FPGA includes 154 DSP blocks (18x18). - What are the supported I/O standards for this FPGA?
The FPGA supports a wide range of I/O standards including LVTTL, LVCMOS, PCI, PCI-X, SSTL, HSTL, and others. - What is the operating voltage of the EP4CE55F23A7N FPGA?
The operating voltage is 1.2 V. - What are the external memory interfaces supported by this FPGA?
The FPGA supports DDR, DDR2, and SDR external memory interfaces. - What is the temperature range for this FPGA?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to 100°C. - What are some common applications of the EP4CE55F23A7N FPGA?
Common applications include industrial control systems, communication systems, medical imaging, aerospace and defense, and consumer electronics. - What is the lithography process used for this FPGA?
The FPGA is fabricated using 60nm technology. - How many PLLs are available in this FPGA?
The FPGA has 4 fabric and I/O PLLs.
