EPCQ4ASI8N

Product Overview

Category

EPCQ4ASI8N belongs to the category of programmable logic devices (PLDs).

Use

This product is primarily used for digital logic applications, such as in the fields of telecommunications, automotive, industrial automation, and consumer electronics.

Characteristics

• High-speed performance
• Low power consumption
• Flexible and reprogrammable
• Compact size

Package

The EPCQ4ASI8N comes in a small form factor package, making it suitable for space-constrained designs. It is available in a surface-mount package.

Essence

The essence of EPCQ4ASI8N lies in its ability to provide configurable logic functions, allowing designers to implement custom digital circuits without the need for discrete components.

Packaging/Quantity

The EPCQ4ASI8N is typically sold in reels or trays, with a quantity of 250 units per reel/tray.

Specifications

• Logic capacity: 4,000 logic elements
• Number of I/O pins: 8
• Operating voltage: 3.3V
• Maximum operating frequency: 100 MHz
• Configuration memory: 8 Mbit flash memory
• Programming interface: JTAG

Detailed Pin Configuration

1. VCC - Power supply voltage
2. GND - Ground
3. TDI - Test data input
4. TDO - Test data output
5. TCK - Test clock input
6. TMS - Test mode select
7. PROG_B - Programming mode select
8. INIT_B - Initialization mode select

Functional Features

• In-system programmability
• On-chip flash memory for configuration storage
• Support for various programming modes
• Built-in test and debug features
• Multiple I/O standards compatibility

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Flexibility in designing custom logic circuits
• Reprogrammable, allowing for iterative design improvements
• Compact size enables integration into space-constrained designs
• Low power consumption for energy-efficient applications

Disadvantages

• Limited logic capacity compared to larger PLDs
• Relatively slower operating frequency compared to dedicated ASICs
• Higher cost per unit compared to discrete logic components

Working Principles

The EPCQ4ASI8N operates based on the principles of field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs). It consists of configurable logic blocks (CLBs), interconnect resources, and I/O elements. The CLBs can be programmed to implement various logic functions, while the interconnect resources allow for routing signals between different CLBs. The I/O elements provide connectivity to external devices.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The EPCQ4ASI8N finds applications in a wide range of fields, including: 1. Telecommunications: Used in network routers, switches, and base stations for signal processing and protocol handling. 2. Automotive: Employed in automotive control systems for engine management, safety features, and infotainment systems. 3. Industrial Automation: Utilized in programmable logic controllers (PLCs) for process control, monitoring, and automation. 4. Consumer Electronics: Integrated into smart home devices, gaming consoles, and multimedia systems for customized functionality.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. EPCQ4ASI16N: Similar to EPCQ4ASI8N but with 16 I/O pins.
2. EPCQ4ASI32N: Offers higher logic capacity with 32 I/O pins.
3. EPCQ4ASI64N: Provides even greater logic capacity with 64 I/O pins.

These alternative models offer increased flexibility and scalability depending on the specific requirements of the application.

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