10AS016E3F27E2SG

Overview

The Altera 10AS016E3F27E2SG is an Arria 10 SX SoC FPGA featuring a hardened dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 processor subsystem and programmable logic. It provides 160,000 Logic Elements (LEs) and 61,512 Adaptive Logic Modules (ALMs). The device includes 8.59 Mbits of embedded memory and supports up to 288 I/O pins. It integrates 12 transceivers capable of data rates up to 17.4 Gb/s. Operating voltage ranges from 870 mV to 980 mV, with a typical operating voltage of 950 mV. The component operates within a temperature range of -40°C to +100°C and is housed in a 672-ball FBGA package.

Feature Summary

• Integrates a hardened processing subsystem with dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 processors for system control and OS execution alongside high-density programmable logic.
• Features high-speed serial transceivers supporting chip-to-chip and backplane applications at data rates up to 17.4 Gb/s.
• Provides significant embedded memory resources and adaptive logic modules optimized for bandwidth-intensive and compute-heavy workloads.

Applications

• High-performance networking equipment requiring multi-gigabit interface aggregation
• Industrial automation controllers utilizing the integrated ARM processor for real-time management
• Medical imaging systems leveraging parallel processing capabilities for signal acceleration

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix E2 against official Intel/Altera documentation to confirm the exact speed grade and commercial temperature rating. Ensure compatibility with current design tools, as legacy support policies may affect availability of IP cores and compilation software versions required for this Arria 10 generation.

Selection Notes

Compare the 12-transceiver configuration against application bandwidth requirements. Evaluate the 160k LE count relative to logic complexity. Consider the FBGA-672 package thermal dissipation characteristics and pin density constraints during PCB layout planning to ensure signal integrity for high-speed differential pairs.

Part Context

This part belongs to the Arria 10 SX family, designed for cost-sensitive yet performance-critical applications. It bridges the gap between standard FPGAs and larger Stratix devices by combining soft-core or hard-core processing options with efficient logic density. The SX variant typically targets mid-range throughput needs.

FAQ

What is the maximum data rate supported by the transceivers on this device?

The integrated transceivers support data rates up to 17.4 Gb/s for both chip-to-chip and backplane applications.

Does this model include an embedded processor?

Yes, it features a Hard Processor System (HPS) containing dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 processors integrated directly into the FPGA fabric.

What is the operating temperature range for the E2 suffix variant?

The specified operating temperature range extends from -40°C to +100°C.