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10M04SCU169C8G

10M04SCU169C8G

Intel (Altera)
Higher-density MAX 10 variant for designs needing more logic or resources while keeping the same package family.
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Overview

The 10M04SCU169C8G is a MAX 10 FPGA from Intel (Altera) featuring 4,000 logic elements and 1540 KB of internal user flash memory. It utilizes a single-core, low-power process and integrates an internal oscillator to reduce system component count. This specific variant is housed in a compact 169-ball UFBGA package, making it suitable for space-constrained applications requiring flexible digital logic.

Why Choose This Part

This FPGA eliminates the need for external configuration memory by storing bitstreams in its 1540 KB of on-chip flash. It offers 5V-tolerant I/O and support for multiple I/O standards, allowing it to bridge legacy and modern components without external level shifters. The integrated internal oscillator further simplifies clock management for non-critical timing tasks.

Applications

System Management
Acting as a board management controller for power sequencing, reset de-assertion, and I/O expansion in complex PCB environments.
Protocol Bridging
Interfacing between different communication standards such as SPI, I2C, UART, and custom LVDS or parallel bus protocols.
Industrial Control
Managing real-time motor control loops or sensor data aggregation where low latency is critical.
I/O Expansion
Providing additional 5V-tolerant I/O pins for microcontrollers that lack sufficient GPIO or specific voltage compatibility.

Getting Started

Development is performed using the Intel Quartus Prime Lite Edition software, which supports the MAX 10 family without a paid license. For hardware evaluation, the Intel MAX 10 FPGA Evaluation Kit or similar CRAM-based boards are recommended. Design entry can be completed via VHDL, Verilog, or the Platform Designer (formerly Qsys) for system-level integration.

Also Consider

10M08SCU169C8G Intel - Offers double the logic density (8,000 LEs) in the exact same footprint for designs that outgrow the 4,000 LE limit.
10M02SCU169C8G Intel - A cost-optimized version with 2,000 logic elements for simpler control applications in the same physical package.
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