Cyclone II FPGA Family Overview

Altera's Cyclone^® II FPGA family is designed on an all-layer-copper, low-k, 1.2-V SRAM process and is optimized for the smallest possible die size. Built on TSMC’s highly successful 90-nm process technology using 300-mm wafers, the Cyclone II FPGA family offers higher densities, more features, exceptional performance, and the benefits of programmable logic at ASIC prices. A Cyclone II FPGA offers from 4,608 to 68,416 logic elements (LEs) and is designed with an optimal set of features, including embedded 18 x 18 multipliers, dedicated external memory interface circuitry, 4-kbit embedded memory blocks, phase-locked loops (PLLs), and high-speed differential I/O capabilities.

• Device overview
• Package and I/O details
• Configuration devices
• Industrial temperature support

The Cyclone II FPGA family extends the reach of FPGAs further into cost-sensitive, high-volume applications, continuing the success of the Cyclone FPGA family. Table 1 outlines the Cyclone II FPGA family's features and availability.

Notes:

1. Certain devices have a Fast On variant that has a faster power-on reset (POR) time. This enables the FPGA to be operational in a shorter period of time than a regular Cyclone II device. These devices are distinguished with an “A” designation in the ordering code (e.g., EP2C8AF256I8N). For questions regarding the specification for these parts, refer to the Cyclone II data sheet. For questions regarding the availability of these parts, contact your Altera^® representative.
2. The EP2C15 device is only available with the Fast On option as an EP2C15A device.
3. EP2C5A devices are only available in automotive-grade versions.

Table 2 shows an overview of Cyclone II device packaging and user I/O pin counts.

Notes:

1. TQFP = Thin quad flat pack
2. PQFP = Plastic quad flat pack
3. For preliminary package information, contact Altera sales for additional information and availability
4. BGA = Ball-grid array

Table 3 shows the appropriate configuration devices to use for Cyclone II FPGAs.

Table 4 shows the industrial temperature support for Cyclone II FPGAs.

Related Links

• Cyclone II Device Family Data Sheet (PDF) in the Cyclone II Device Handbook
• Automotive-Grade Devices 
• Automotive-Grade Device Handbook (PDF)