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LFE3-35EA-8FN484C

LFE3-35EA-8FN484C

Lattice Semiconductor Corporation
ECP3 Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) IC 295 1358848 33000 484-BBGA
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Overview

The LFE3-35EA-8FN484C is a mid-range LatticeECP3 FPGA featuring 33,000 logic elements and high-performance SERDES capabilities. It is designed to bridge the gap between low-cost FPGAs and high-end power-hungry devices by offering integrated PCI Express 1.1 and Ethernet support. This specific variant comes in a 484-ball BBGA package and is optimized for low-power consumption at a 1.2V core voltage.

Why Choose This Part

This FPGA offers a balanced architecture with 1.35 Mbits of embedded RAM and 33,000 logic cells, providing significant processing density for its power envelope. Its integrated SERDES is highly flexible, supporting various high-speed standards without the need for external transceiver ICs.

Applications

Industrial Networking
Utilizing the integrated SERDES for Serial RapidIO and Ethernet protocols in factory automation systems.
Professional Video
Implementing SMPTE SDI and display processing pipelines for broadcast-grade equipment.
Wireless Infrastructure
Handling CPRI and SONET/SDH protocols in cellular base stations and optical transport equipment.
Embedded Interface Bridging
Connecting diverse high-speed peripherals like PCI Express to custom logic or legacy bus architectures.

Key Specifications

Mounting Type Surface Mount
Number of I/O 295
Package / Case 484-BBGA
Total RAM Bits 1358848
Voltage - Supply 1.14V ~ 1.26V
Number of LABs/CLBs 4125
Operating Temperature 0degC ~ 85degC (TJ)
Supplier Device Package 484-FPBGA (23x23)
Number of Logic Elements/Cells 33000

Getting Started

Designers should use the Lattice Diamond design software for synthesis, mapping, and routing. Hardware evaluation can be performed using the LatticeECP3 Versa Development Kit, and programming is typically handled via the JTAG interface using a Lattice USB Cable.

Also Consider

Artix-7 XC7A35T-1FGG484C AMD Xilinx - Provides a similar logic density of 33,280 cells and is a popular alternative for high-performance SERDES applications in the same package size.
Cyclone IV EP4CE30F23C8N Intel Altera - Offers comparable logic capacity and I/O counts for industrial designs where the Intel toolchain is preferred.