10AS027E1F29E1SG

Overview

The Altera 10AS027E1F29E1SG is an Arria 10 SX SoC FPGA featuring a dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 Hard Processor System (HPS) and programmable logic fabric. It provides 270,000 logic elements (LEs), 14.65 Mbit of embedded memory, and 12 high-speed transceivers supporting data rates up to 17.4 Gbps. The device operates with a maximum clock frequency of 1.2 GHz for the HPS and utilizes a 780-pin FBGA package. Key specifications include 33,750 Logic Array Blocks (LABs) and 101,620 Adaptive Logic Modules (ALMs).

Feature Summary

• Integrates a dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 processor with programmable logic for hardware-software co-design.
• Supports secure boot with Elliptical Curve Digital Signature Authentication and AES encryption.
• Features high-speed transceivers for chip-to-chip and backplane communications.
• Consolidates processing, I/O, and custom acceleration on a single device.

Applications

• Industrial automation systems requiring embedded control and acceleration.
• Automotive applications utilizing system management functions.
• Communications systems employing Ethernet and PCIe interfaces.

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix E1 against official Intel/Altera documentation to confirm manufacturing revision and material compliance. Ensure the F29 package variant matches the target PCB footprint requirements. Cross-reference the part number with current datasheets to validate availability status and any recent product change notifications affecting this specific ordering code.

Selection Notes

Select this model when a balance of moderate logic density and integrated processing is required. The Arria 10 SX series offers power efficiency compared to higher-density counterparts. Evaluate the 14.65 Mbit embedded memory capacity against application buffer needs. Confirm that the 12 available transceivers meet the bandwidth requirements for the intended serial interface protocols.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Arria 10 SX family, designed for cost-sensitive embedded applications. It sits below the larger SX models in terms of logic resources but retains the same HPS architecture. The 10AS027 designation indicates the specific logic density tier within the broader Arria 10 portfolio, targeting mid-range performance needs.

Replacement Considerations

Direct replacements within the same package and pinout are limited due to the specific logic density. Consider the 10AS027 series variants with different suffixes for temperature or speed grade changes. Migration to Agilex 5 may be necessary for future-proofing, though it requires significant design adaptation.