EP3SE260H780C2 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The EP3SE260H780C2 is a Stratix® III E Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) from Intel, designed for embedded applications requiring high logic density and I/O capacity. This device features 255,000 logic elements, 488 I/O pins, and 16.6 MB of embedded RAM in a 780-BBGA package. The part is currently obsolete, making equivalent substitutes necessary for ongoing system support and component procurement.

Substiute Parts

EP3SE260H780C2

IntelIn Stock: 1025EP3SE260H780C2 Datasheet

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EP3SE260H780C2G

IntelIn Stock: 745EP3SE260H780C2G Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution for the EP3SE260H780C2 is determined by the following critical parameters:

• Base Product Number: EP3SE260 (core device architecture)
• Logic Element Count: 255,000 (functional capacity requirement)
• I/O Pin Count: 488 (interface requirement)
• Package Type: 780-BBGA, FCBGA (physical and electrical compatibility)
• Supply Voltage Range: 0.86V ~ 1.15V (power delivery compatibility)
• Embedded RAM: 16,672,768 bits (memory capacity requirement)

The substitute part EP3SE260H780C2G maintains identical electrical specifications and package configuration, with the primary difference being packaging format (Tray vs. standard packaging) and active product status.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The EP3SE260H780C2G is a direct functional equivalent to the EP3SE260H780C2. Both devices share identical electrical specifications, logic capacity, I/O configuration, and package dimensions. The primary distinction is product status: the original part is obsolete while the substitute is active.

Selection of EP3SE260H780C2G is supported by:

• Identical core architecture and performance characteristics
• RoHS compliance maintained across both variants
• Equivalent moisture sensitivity rating and handling requirements
• Active product status ensuring continued availability and supply chain support

The substitute part is suitable for direct replacement in applications currently using the EP3SE260H780C2, with no design modifications required.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can EP3SE260H780C2G be used as a direct replacement for EP3SE260H780C2?

A: Yes. Both parts are electrically and mechanically identical. The EP3SE260H780C2G maintains the same logic element count, I/O configuration, RAM capacity, package type, and voltage specifications. The primary difference is packaging format and product status.

Q: What is the difference between the two part numbers?

A: The EP3SE260H780C2G is supplied in Tray packaging format, while the original part uses standard packaging. Both are Stratix® III E devices with identical electrical performance and 780-BBGA package dimensions.

Q: Are there any design considerations when switching to the substitute part?

A: No design changes are required. The substitute part maintains full compatibility with existing PCB layouts, power delivery systems, and firmware implementations. Handling and storage requirements remain identical due to matching MSL ratings.

Q: Why is the original part listed as obsolete?

A: The EP3SE260H780C2 has reached end-of-life status. The EP3SE260H780C2G represents the active continuation of this product line with identical specifications.

Q: Are both parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. Both the EP3SE260H780C2 and EP3SE260H780C2G are RoHS compliant and maintain equivalent environmental compliance certifications.