10AS016E4F29I3LG

Overview

The Altera 10AS016E4F29I3LG is an Arria 10 SX 160 SoC FPGA featuring a hardened dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 Hard Processor System (HPS) integrated with programmable logic. It provides 160,000 Logic Elements and 61,510 Adaptive Logic Modules within a UBGA-780 package. The device includes 8.59 Mbit of embedded memory and supports up to 288 I/Os. It operates at core voltages between 870 mV and 980 mV, with a typical operating voltage of 950 mV. The transceivers support data rates up to 17.4 Gb/s, and the maximum operating frequency reaches 1.5 GHz across a temperature range of -40°C to +100°C.

Feature Summary

• Integrates a hardened dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 processor system for running operating systems and control logic alongside high-density programmable logic resources.
• Features high-speed serial transceivers capable of supporting multi-gigabit data rates for complex board-level interconnects and high-bandwidth applications.
• Combines significant embedded memory capacity with numerous adaptive logic modules and hard multiplier units to facilitate low-latency hardware acceleration.

Applications

• Bandwidth-sensitive network infrastructure equipment requiring high-speed packet processing
• Compute-intensive industrial automation controllers utilizing soft real-time capabilities
• Medical imaging systems demanding precise signal processing and data throughput

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix against official Intel/Altera documentation to confirm package type, speed grade, and commercial temperature rating. Ensure compliance with export regulations as this product may require additional documentation for international shipment. Confirm that the procurement channel sources genuine components to avoid counterfeit risks associated with advanced semiconductor devices.

Selection Notes

Select this model when a balance of moderate logic density and integrated processing power is required. Compare resource counts against application needs, noting the 160k LE limit. Verify that the UBGA-780 package fits the PCB footprint constraints. Consider the 17.4 Gb/s transceiver capability if high-speed serial interfaces are necessary for the design.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Arria 10 SX family, designed for cost-effective, bandwidth-intensive applications. It bridges the gap between lower-end Cyclone devices and higher-end Stratix FPGAs by offering a complete SoC solution. The SX series specifically targets mid-range performance requirements while maintaining the architectural benefits of the Arria 10 platform.

Replacement Considerations

Direct replacements within the same package and pinout include other Arria 10 SX variants such as 10AS016N or 10AS016S series parts, provided speed grades and temperature ratings match. Cross-family migration to Agilex or Stratix requires significant schematic and software redesign due to architectural differences.