10AX048E4F29E3LG

Overview

The Altera 10AX048E4F29E3LG is an Arria 10 GX Series Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) designed for high-performance, bandwidth-intensive applications. It features a hardened dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 processor subsystem (HPS) integrated with programmable logic resources. The device contains 480,000 Logic Elements (LEs), 183,590 Adaptive Logic Modules (ALMs), and 27.95 Mbits of embedded memory. It supports up to 492 I/O pins and includes 24 transceivers capable of data rates up to 17.4 Gb/s. Operating voltage ranges from 870 mV to 980 mV, with a maximum operating frequency of 1.5 GHz. The component operates within a temperature range of -40°C to +100°C and utilizes a 780-ball FBGA package.

Feature Summary

• Integrates a hardened dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 processor subsystem alongside high-density programmable logic for system-on-chip functionality.
• Provides extensive embedded memory resources including SRAM blocks and hard IP for high-bandwidth interfaces.
• Features multiple high-speed serial transceivers supporting chip-to-chip and backplane connectivity at multi-gigabit rates.

Applications

• High-speed networking equipment requiring multi-gigabit interface aggregation
• Industrial automation controllers utilizing the integrated ARM processor for real-time control
• Medical imaging systems demanding high-throughput data processing and low latency

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix against the manufacturer's current datasheet to confirm package type, temperature grade, and speed bin. Ensure compliance with export regulations as this product may require additional documentation for international shipping. Confirm that the selected variant matches the required I/O count and transceiver configuration for the target design.

Selection Notes

Select this model when both significant programmable logic capacity and a hardened ARM processor are required in a single device. Compare resource utilization against the Arria 10 SX series if SoC capabilities are not needed, or consider Stratix 10 for higher performance tiers. Validate that the 780-ball FBGA footprint fits the board layout constraints and thermal requirements.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Intel Arria 10 family, which bridges the gap between standard FPGAs and ASICs by offering customizable hardware acceleration with embedded processing. The 10AX designation indicates the GX series, optimized for high-speed serial communications. It serves as a key solution for applications needing flexible protocol handling and complex data path manipulation.

Replacement Considerations

Direct pin-compatible replacements within the same package and speed grade should be sourced from the official Intel/Altera compatibility matrix. Cross-series migration to Arria 10 SX requires retargeting of the HPS software and potential logic restructuring due to differing resource densities.