The EP1C4F324I7 is an Integrated Circuit (IC) component from the Cyclone series of field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) designed by Altera (now Intel). Here is an overview and key features of the EP1C4F324I7:
1. FPGA Series: Cyclone - The EP1C4F324I7 belongs to the Cyclone series of FPGAs. Cyclone FPGAs are known for their low power consumption, high-performance capabilities, and cost-effectiveness.
2. FPGA Size: The "EP1C4" in the part number indicates that it is an FPGA with a capacity of 4,000 logic elements (LEs). Logic elements are basic building blocks used to implement logic functions within an FPGA.
3. FPGA Density: The "F324" in the part number indicates that the EP1C4F324I7 utilizes a density of 324 pins, which refers to the number of input/output pins available for connecting to external devices.
4. FPGA Package: The "I7" in the part number specifies the package type for the EP1C4F324I7. The "I" indicates a plastic quad flat pack (PQFP) package, and the "7" denotes the package size, dimensions, and pin count.
5. Core Voltage: The EP1C4F324I7 operates at a core voltage of 1.5V