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10M04SCE144C8G

ALT10M04SCE144C8G

Altera
MAX® 10 Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) IC 101 193536 4000 144-LQFP Exposed Pad
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Overview

The Altera 10M04SCE144C8G is a MAX 10 Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) featuring 4000 logic elements/cells and 193536 total RAM bits. It offers 101 configurable I/O pins, making it suitable for a range of embedded applications requiring custom logic and parallel processing. This device integrates non-volatile configuration memory for instant-on operation.

Why Choose This Part

Engineers choose the MAX 10 FPGA for its instant-on capability due to integrated flash, simplifying system design. Its ability to implement custom logic and parallel processing offers significant performance advantages over traditional microcontrollers for specific tasks. The device's 101 I/O pins provide ample flexibility for connecting to various peripherals and sensors.

Applications

Custom Digital Logic
Implementing application-specific digital circuits, such as glue logic, state machines, and high-speed interfaces, where a microcontroller may not provide sufficient parallelism or speed.
Sensor Data Pre-processing
Offloading computationally intensive tasks like filtering, aggregation, and initial analysis of sensor data before passing it to a host processor, improving system responsiveness and efficiency.
Protocol Bridging and Conversion
Translating data between different communication protocols (e.g., SPI to I2C, UART to parallel bus) in real-time, enabling interoperability between diverse hardware components.
Embedded Control Systems
Developing embedded controllers that require flexible I/O, deterministic timing, and the ability to implement custom control algorithms directly in hardware.
Image and Video Processing
Performing basic image manipulation tasks, such as scaling, color space conversion, or frame buffering, especially in applications with moderate data rates.
Test and Measurement Equipment
Creating custom stimulus and response generation logic, data acquisition systems, and high-speed counters for various test and measurement applications.

Key Specifications

Mounting Type Surface Mount
Number of I/O 101
Package / Case 144-LQFP Exposed Pad
Total RAM Bits 193536
Voltage - Supply 2.85V ~ 3.465V
Number of LABs/CLBs 250
Operating Temperature 0degC ~ 85degC (TJ)
Supplier Device Package 144-EQFP (20x20)
Number of Logic Elements/Cells 4000

Getting Started

To get started with the Altera 10M04SCE144C8G, engineers should utilize the Intel Quartus Prime software suite for design entry, synthesis, and place-and-route. Development kits, such as the MAX 10 FPGA Development Kit, offer a platform for rapid prototyping and debugging. The device supports JTAG for programming and debugging.

Also Consider

XC7A35T-1CPG236C Xilinx - A member of the Xilinx Artix-7 family, this FPGA offers higher performance and more resources for more demanding applications.
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