SainSmart
Altera FPGA EP4CE6 Cyclone IV Board
This SainSmart board features the EP4CE6 FPGA from the Cyclone IV family, designed for high-volume, cost-sensitive applications requiring increased bandwidth. Built on an optimized low-power process, it delivers performance savings suitable for small-form-factor designs across wireless, industrial, and consumer sectors. The board includes 6,272 logic cells and 276,480 RAM bits, operating typically at 1.2V. It comes equipped with an integrated LCD and debugging capabilities, supporting commercial temperature ranges from 0°C to 85°C. The 144-pin EQFP package facilitates surface mounting for integration into various systems.
$119.88
Owner Satisfaction
4.1
/ 5
Category Rank
1383
/ 1546
#1383 in Development Boards
Price vs Category Average
+37%
Above average
FPGA Family
Cyclone IV
/ Cyclone IV
Who it's for
- Excellent Entry Point
- Mature Toolchain Support
- Low Power Consumption
Who should skip it
- Limited Logic Capacity
- Outdated I/O Interfaces
- Legacy Architecture
Key Specs
FPGA Family
Cyclone IV
Logic Cells
6272
RAM Bits
276,480
Maximum I/Os
91
Operating Supply Voltage
1.2V (Typ)
Operating Temperature Range
0°C to 85°C
Package Type
EQFP (144-pin)
Mounting
Surface Mount
Features
- Integrated LCD for immediate feedback
- Supports commercial operating temperatures
- Includes essential debug features
- Meets increasing bandwidth needs
- Cost-effective for small designs
- Optimized for low-power applications
- Ideal for high-volume projects
What customers say
The Altera FPGA EP4CE6 board by SainSmart earns high marks primarily for its exceptional value proposition. Consumers view this as an accessible and affordable entry point into complex FPGA development. While the physical quality and core functionality are consistently reliable for introductory projects, users often mention the steep learning curve is compounded by minimal or outdated documentation. This requires users to possess a degree of self reliance, but the low price point successfully offsets this challenge, making it a smart purchase for budget conscious learners.
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