LFE3-17EA-8FN484C
Overview
The LFE3-17EA-8FN484C is part of Lattice Semiconductor's ECP3 series, offering 17,000 logic elements and 716,800 bits of embedded RAM in a 484-pin fpBGA package. It is designed to provide high-performance SERDES capabilities and high-speed I/O connectivity for data-intensive processing tasks while maintaining a low power profile. This FPGA operates at a core voltage of 1.2V and includes extensive interface support for standards like PCI Express and Ethernet.
Why Choose This Part
This component excels by balancing high-speed serial capabilities with low power consumption, featuring dedicated core and auxiliary power rails for efficiency. It offers a dense 484-pin package that provides 222 I/O, supporting a wide variety of differential and single-ended signaling standards. The integration of 700 KB of block RAM and dedicated DSP functions allows for efficient hardware acceleration in a compact footprint.
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Key Specifications
Getting Started
To begin development, utilize the Lattice Diamond design software for synthesis, mapping, and routing. Engineers should refer to the ECP3 Versa Development Kit for a hardware reference and ensure the power delivery network (PDN) is designed to handle the 1.14V to 1.26V core voltage requirements. Configuration can be managed via the JTAG or SPI interfaces as specified in the ECP3 hardware checklists.
