The EP3C16F484C7N is an IC (integrated circuit) component manufactured by Intel Corporation. It belongs to the Cyclone III family of Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs). This IC is designed to provide a flexible and customizable hardware solution for various applications.
Key Features:
1. FPGA Architecture: The EP3C16F484C7N utilizes a 65nm technology and is built on a Cyclone III FPGA architecture. This architecture offers a balance between high-performance and low-power consumption, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.
2. Logic Elements: It features 15,408 logic elements, also known as Adaptive Logic Modules (ALMs). These ALMs can be configured to perform a variety of logical operations and data processing tasks.
3. Memory: The IC includes 306 embedded 18-kilobit (Kbit) memory blocks. These memory blocks can be used for storing data or implementing lookup tables, resulting in faster and more efficient processing.
4. PLLs (Phase-Locked Loops): It is equipped with up to 4 Phase-Locked Loop circuits, which allow for precise timing control and clock generation. PLLs are crucial for synchronizing different components and peripherals in a system.
5. High-Speed Transceivers: The IC contains 4 high-speed transceiver channels, capable of reaching speeds up to 3.125 Gbps