10AS048H4F34I3SG

Overview

The Altera 10AS048H4F34I3SG is an Arria 10 SX SoC FPGA featuring a hardened dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 processor subsystem and high-density programmable logic. It provides 480,000 Logic Elements (LEs) and 251,680 Adaptive Logic Modules (ALMs). The device integrates 27.95 Mbit of embedded memory and includes 24 high-speed transceivers capable of data rates up to 17.4 Gb/s. The Hard Processor System operates at a maximum clock frequency of 1.2 GHz with 2 x 32 kB L1 instruction and data caches. It utilizes a 20 nm process technology and is housed in an F34 package.

Feature Summary

• Integrates a hardened dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 processing system for deterministic control and OS execution alongside programmable fabric
• Provides high-bandwidth connectivity through multiple high-speed serial transceivers supporting advanced interface protocols
• Offers scalable logic density with adaptive logic modules optimized for complex digital signal processing and custom acceleration tasks

Applications

• High-performance networking equipment requiring multi-gigabit packet processing
• Industrial automation controllers needing real-time hardware acceleration
• Medical imaging systems utilizing parallel data processing pipelines

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix against the manufacturer's current datasheet to confirm temperature grade and package variant. Ensure compatibility with required power delivery specifications and thermal management solutions for the F34 package. Confirm availability of necessary development tools and IP licenses for the Arria 10 platform before finalizing procurement.

Selection Notes

Select this model when a balance of moderate logic capacity and significant embedded memory is required alongside ARM processing capabilities. Compare against the 10AS066 variant if higher logic density is needed, or the 10AS016 variant for lower cost applications. Evaluate transceiver count requirements as this device offers a fixed number of high-speed lanes suitable for mid-range bandwidth applications.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Arria 10 SX family, designed for bandwidth-sensitive and compute-intensive applications. It combines the flexibility of FPGA fabric with the efficiency of an embedded processor. The series targets markets demanding high throughput and low latency, such as telecommunications infrastructure and enterprise storage solutions.

Replacement Considerations

Direct replacements within the same package and pinout include other Arria 10 SX variants like 10AS048H4F34E3SG. Cross-family migration to Cyclone 10 GX requires significant redesign due to architectural differences. Verify electrical characteristics and timing constraints when substituting with different speed grades.