Altera EPXA4F672I2

Altera EPXA4F672I2 Excalibur™ FPSLIC - ARM9 FPGA System-on-Chip

The EPXA4F672I2 is a high-performance Field Programmable System Level Integrated Circuit (FPSLIC) from Altera's Excalibur™ family, combining a powerful 32-bit ARM9 processor core with configurable FPGA logic. This versatile embedded solution delivers exceptional processing power and flexibility for demanding industrial, communications, and embedded computing applications.

Why Choose the EPXA4F672I2?

• Dual Processing Power: Combines a 200 MHz ARM9 processor with 400K gates of FPGA logic for unmatched flexibility in embedded system design
• Industrial-Grade Reliability: Operates reliably in extreme conditions from -40°C to 100°C, making it ideal for harsh industrial environments
• Ample On-Chip Memory: 128KB program SRAM and 64KB data SRAM eliminate the need for external memory in many applications
• Flexible System Integration: EBI/EMI and UART/USART interfaces enable seamless connectivity with peripherals and communication modules
• Space-Efficient Design: Compact 672-FBGA package (27x27mm) maximizes board space utilization
• Proven Excalibur Architecture: Part of Altera's trusted Excalibur family, known for reliability and performance

Key Technical Highlights

• 32-bit ARM9 RISC processor core running at 200 MHz
• 16,640 FPGA core cells (400K equivalent gates) for custom logic implementation
• 128KB program SRAM + 64KB data SRAM for efficient code and data handling
• 1.8V core voltage for low power consumption
• Extended industrial temperature range: -40°C to +100°C
• 672-pin Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FBGA) package

Ideal Applications

The EPXA4F672I2 excels in applications requiring both processing power and configurable hardware acceleration:

• Industrial Automation: PLCs, motion control, machine vision systems
• Embedded Computing: Custom embedded platforms, edge computing devices
• Communications Equipment: Protocol converters, network processors, telecom infrastructure
• Motor Control: Advanced motor drive systems with custom control algorithms
• Signal Processing: Real-time DSP applications, data acquisition systems
• Medical Devices: Diagnostic equipment, patient monitoring systems

Design Advantages

By integrating an ARM9 processor with FPGA fabric on a single chip, the EPXA4F672I2 enables you to:

• Implement custom hardware accelerators for performance-critical functions
• Add specialized peripherals not available in standard microcontrollers
• Reduce board complexity and component count
• Lower overall system cost compared to discrete processor + FPGA solutions
• Achieve faster time-to-market with flexible, reconfigurable architecture

Quality & Authenticity

We supply only genuine Altera components sourced from authorized distributors. Each EPXA4F672I2 comes with full traceability and manufacturer warranty support.

Technical Support

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