Description

Electronic Component Model:EPCQ16N is a type of IC chip that offers various features and capabilities. It is a low-cost, low-pin count, and non-volatile memory device that operates from 2.7V to 3.6V. It is available in 8- and 16-pin small-outline integrated circuit (SOIC) package. The EPCQ16N is reprogrammable memory that can be erased or programmed more than 100,000 times. It also supports write protection for memory sectors using status register bits.

Specifications and features

EPCQ16N offers the following specifications and features:
- Serial or quad-serial FPGA configuration in devices that support active serial (AS) x1 or AS x4 configuration schemes
- Low cost, low pin count, and non-volatile memory
- 2.7-V to 3.6-V operation
- Available in 8- and 16-pin SOIC package
- Reprogrammable memory with more than 100,000 erase or program cycles
- Write protection support for memory sectors using status register bits
- Fast read, extended dual input fast read, and extended quad input fast read of the entire memory using a single operation code
- Write bytes, extended dual input fast write bytes, and extended quad input fast write bytes of the entire memory using a single operation code
- Reprogrammable with an external microprocessor using the SRunner software driver
- In-system programming (ISP) support with the SRunner software driver
- ISP support with USB-Blaster, EthernetBlaster II, or EthernetBlaster download cables

Application Scenarios

EPCQ16N is widely used in various electronic devices and applications. Some of the common application scenarios include:
- FPGA configuration in devices that require active serial configuration
- Memory storage in low-cost electronic systems
- Reprogrammable memory in devices that require frequent updates or modifications
- Write-protected memory sectors in secure systems
- In-system programming and configuration using microprocessors or programming tools

Comparison

EPCQ16N has several advantages and disadvantages when compared to other IC chips:

- Low cost and low pin count
- Reprogrammable memory with high erase and program cycle count
- Write protection support for memory sectors
- Wide operating voltage range
- In-system programming support
- Limited pin count options
- Requires external microprocessor for reprogramming
- Limited compatibility with certain configuration schemes