10AS057N4F40I3LG

Overview

The Altera 10AS057N4F40I3LG is an Arria 10 SoC FPGA featuring a dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 processor with a maximum clock frequency of 1.2 GHz. It includes 2 x 32 kB L1 instruction and data caches per core. The device provides 570,000 logic elements (LEs), organized into 217,080 Adaptive Logic Modules (ALMs) and 71,250 Logic Array Blocks (LABs). Embedded memory capacity is 35.16 Mbit. High-speed connectivity is supported by 48 transceivers. The component utilizes a surface-mount SMD/SMT installation style.

Feature Summary

• Integrates a hard processor system with dual ARM Cortex-A9 cores for embedded control tasks
• Provides high-density programmable logic via over 570,000 logic elements and adaptive logic modules
• Supports high-speed serial communications through forty-eight integrated transceivers
• Includes substantial on-chip embedded memory for data buffering and storage

Applications

• High-performance networking infrastructure equipment
• Industrial automation and control systems
• Medical imaging hardware platforms
• Test and measurement instrumentation

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix to confirm package type, temperature range, and lead-free status against official Intel/Altera documentation. Confirm availability through authorized distributors as supply levels fluctuate. Ensure the procurement channel is authorized to guarantee part authenticity and traceability. Cross-reference the full part number with the latest datasheet to validate all electrical and mechanical specifications before finalizing orders.

Selection Notes

Select this model when designs require both high-end FPGA fabric density and embedded processing capabilities within the Arria 10 family. Compare the 48-transceiver count against alternative models like the 10AS057K series if lower I/O bandwidth suffices. Evaluate the 35.16 Mbit embedded memory against external memory requirements. Verify that the F40 package size fits the target PCB footprint constraints.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Arria 10 SX 570 series of System-on-Chip FPGAs manufactured by Altera, now part of Intel. The series targets mid-to-high performance applications requiring significant logic resources combined with embedded processing. It sits between the smaller Arria 10 variants and the larger Stratix 10 devices in terms of resource density and cost.

Replacement Considerations

Direct pin-compatible replacements within the same package are limited. Consider the 10AS057K2F40I2LGJZ for similar logic density but with fewer transceivers. For higher performance, evaluate Stratix 10 devices, though software migration may be required. Always verify pinout compatibility and thermal characteristics before substituting.