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EP2A70B724C7
Altera
IC FPGA 540 I/O 724BGA
1462 Pcs New Original In Stock
APEX II Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) IC 540 1146880 67200 724-BBGA, FCBGA
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EP2A70B724C7
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11673873
DiGi Electronics Part Number
EP2A70B724C7-DGManufacturer
Altera
EP2A70B724C7
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IC FPGA 540 I/O 724BGAInventory
1462 Pcs New Original In Stock
APEX II Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) IC 540 1146880 67200 724-BBGA, FCBGA
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EP2A70B724C7 Technical Specifications
Category
Embedded, FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array)
Packaging
Tray
Series
APEX II
Product Status
Obsolete
DiGi-Electronics Programmable
Not Verified
Number of LABs/CLBs
6720
Number of Logic Elements/Cells
67200
Total RAM Bits
1146880
Number of I/O
540
Number of Gates
5250000
Voltage - Supply
1.425V ~ 1.575V
Mounting Type
Surface Mount
Operating Temperature
0°C ~ 85°C (TJ)
Package / Case
724-BBGA, FCBGA
Supplier Device Package
724-BGA (35x35)
Datasheet & Documents
HTML Datasheet
EP2A70B724C7-DG
Environmental & Export Classification
RoHS Status
RoHS non-compliant
ECCN
3A001A2C
HTSUS
8542.39.0001
Additional Information
Other Names
ALTALTEP2A70B724C7
2156-EP2A70B724C7-AL
Standard Package
4
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5.0/5.0-(Show up to 5 Ratings)
Dec 10, 2025
Great product, fast shipping, highly recommended.
Dec 07, 2025
Good Supplier, fast shipment, good quality.
Dec 02, 2025
Die Logistik ist perfekt organisiert. Meine Bestellung kam pünktlich und gut verpackt.
Dec 02, 2025
Their commitment to customer satisfaction is evident in their support services.
Dec 02, 2025
The quick delivery from DiGi Electronics ensures I can start my work without unnecessary waiting, which is highly appreciated.
Dec 02, 2025
Their affordable prices keep me coming back, along with helpful service.
Dec 02, 2025
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Dec 02, 2025
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Dec 02, 2025
The packaging quality reduces losses due to damages, saving me money in the long run.
Dec 02, 2025
The quality of their products ensures durability and excellence.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can the EP2A70B724C7 be used as a drop-in replacement for the Stratix II EP2S60 in high-speed communication interface designs?
The EP2A70B724C7 is not a direct replacement for the Stratix II EP2S60 due to differences in architecture, transceiver support, and power requirements. While both FPGAs offer similar I/O counts, the EP2A70B724C7 lacks on-chip transceivers, requiring external PHYs for high-speed serial interfaces. Additionally, the EP2A70B724C7 operates at 1.5V core voltage compared to 1.2V in Stratix II, complicating voltage rail compatibility. Careful signal integrity and power budgeting must be validated when considering substitution, especially in existing Stratix-based designs.
What are the main design-in risks when using the EP2A70B724C7 in new industrial control systems given its obsolete status?
Using the EP2A70B724C7 in new designs poses significant long-term supply and support risks due to its obsolete status. Although 1407 units are available, future production is not guaranteed, increasing end-of-life (EOL) exposure. Designers should consider lifecycle-matched alternatives like the Cyclone IV GX or Artix-7, or implement obsolescence mitigation strategies such as lifetime buys and derating analysis. Additionally, Quartus II design tool support for APEX II is limited in newer versions, potentially hampering design validation and debugging.
How does the 724-BGA (35x35) package of the EP2A70B724C7 impact PCB layout complexity and thermal management in dense embedded applications?
The 724-BBGA FCBGA package of the EP2A70B724C7 requires careful thermal and signal integrity planning due to fine pitch (1.27mm) and high I/O count. Thermal vias under the exposed pad are essential to manage junction temperatures within the 0°C to 85°C operating range, especially under full logic utilization. Use of blind/buried vias may be necessary in high-layer-count boards to route 540 I/Os without fanout congestion. Impedance control, crosstalk mitigation, and power plane segmentation are critical for reliable operation in compact embedded systems.
What are the critical voltage regulation and decoupling requirements for the EP2A70B724C7 to avoid logic instability during dynamic reconfiguration?
The EP2A70B724C7 requires a tightly regulated 1.425V to 1.575V core supply with low-noise performance to maintain signal integrity during high-current transients. Use of multiple point-of-load (POL) regulators with ferrite beads and a hierarchical decoupling network—combining bulk (10–47μF), mid-frequency (1–4.7μF), and high-frequency (0.01–0.1μF) capacitors—is essential. Place decoupling capacitors as close as possible to VCCINT pins, and ensure low-impedance power planes to minimize voltage droop during partial reconfiguration events that trigger sudden current spikes.
Is the EP2A70B724C7 suitable for military or extended temperature applications, and what derating practices should be applied if operating near its 85°C TJ limit?
The EP2A70B724C7 is rated for 0°C to 85°C (TJ) and is unsuitable for military (-55°C to 125°C) environments without external thermal management and rigorous derating. For applications approaching 85°C, implement at least 20% derating on power consumption, use thermal monitoring sensors, and validate with worst-case timing analysis. Ensure airflow or heatsinking is in place, and consider transitioning to radiation-hardened or industrial-grade FPGAs for mission-critical systems due to the part’s RoHS non-compliance and obsolete status.
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