The Intel EP2A40B724C9 is a high-performance FPGA from the APEX II series, noted for its robust features aimed at complex digital processing tasks. It comes in a 724-BBGA, FCBGA package type, designed for surface mount technology, ensuring a reliable integration into a wide array of printed circuit board designs. This component is tailored for use within operating temperatures ranging from 0°C to 85°C, making it suitable for a broad spectrum of industrial applications.

Key specifications include:

– Manufacturer: Intel
– Part Number: EP2A40B724C9
– Category: FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Arrays)
– Series: APEX II
– Package / Case: 724-BBGA, FCBGA
– Mounting Type: Surface Mount
– Operating Temperature Range: 0°C ~ 85°C
– Logic Elements/Cells: 38,400
– LABs/CLBs: 3,840
– Total RAM Bits: 655,360
– Number of I/O: 540
– Supplier Device Package: 724-BGA (35mm x 35mm)
– Part Status: Obsolete

The Intel EP2A40B724C9 FPGA finds its utility in various industries, including telecommunications, automotive, and defense systems, where highly reliable and sophisticated digital processing is essential. Given its vast logic resources and substantial I/O count, this FPGA facilitates the development of complex, high-speed digital systems.

Despite its status as obsolete, its technical prowess makes it a sought-after component for systems where a proven, reliable FPGA solution is paramount, particularly in legacy systems maintenance or for specific application requirements where newer components may not offer the same compatibility or desired operational characteristics.