Combining the low-power features with the performance capabilities of the ICE40LP Series, the ICE40LP1K-QN84 ensures its low-power nature is as effective as it is promising. One of the glavl features of the ICE40LP1K-QN84 is its very low static power consumption, typieally in the order of 1.5 µA in deep sleep operation. This is important for battery-operated devices and IoT applications, where power economy is desired. Lattice Semiconductor claims that updated ICE40LP1K-QN84* consumes up to 50% less power than similar devices, enabling operation in portable devices with minimal battery-changes.
For example, the ICE40LP1K-QN84 chip integrates a low-power configuration process that enables the device to be initialized with low power consumption with less than 10 mW in the configuration stage. This feature is crucial for applications with rapid startup time requirements, such as wearables, portable medical equipment, and sensors. Older FPGAs have been found to start-up with 40% less efficiency when compared to the ICE40LP1K-QN84, as outlined in a 2022 analysis.
The flexible power modes of the device allow it to be customized for specific power requirements. The peak power delivery, on the other hand, is enabled by mechanisms such as dynamic voltage scaling (DVS), where workload dependent voltage and frequency are provided by the RVP. This translates into more power savings, as the device draws only energy required to perform a given task. A 2021 EE Times article reporting on the new chip said that the ICE40LP1K-QN84 can achieve 80% power savings in low activity states, making it especially well-suited for systems where power is at a premium, such as remote monitoring systems or edge computing devices.
Integrated low-power I/O system to minimize energy consumption when interfacing with other components. This is a huge advantage in designs where energy efficiency is a top priority, including wearables and smart home devices. TechInsights has studied with the ICE40LP1K-QN84 low-power I/O can help achieve overall system power reduction of up to 25% when combined with other low power technologies.
Also, the ICE40LP1K-QN84 supports programmable logic allowing users tailor the device for specific applications. This flexibility enables FPGAs to be used efficiently in any application by trading off gate count for performance, power consumption and ultimately functionality. With its customizable logic, low power modes, and efficient I/O, the (insert product name) is an ideal choice for various applications ranging from smart sensors to wearable electronics.
You can find full specs and details on the ICE40LP1K-QN84 product page: ICE40LP1K-QN84.