10AX066N4F40I3LG

Overview

The Altera 10AX066N4F40I3LG is an Arria 10 GX SoC FPGA featuring a dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 Hard Processor System (HPS) and programmable logic. It contains 660,000 Logic Elements (LEs), 251,680 Adaptive Logic Modules (ALMs), and 82,500 Logic Array Blocks (LABs). The device integrates 41.62 Mbit of embedded memory and supports up to 17.4 Gb/s data rates via its high-speed transceivers. Operating at a maximum clock frequency of 1.2 GHz with 2 x 32 kB L1 instruction and data caches per core, it is designed for bandwidth-intensive applications requiring high computational throughput.

Feature Summary

• Integrates a hardened dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 processing system with extensive on-chip peripherals and interconnects for real-time control and OS execution.
• Provides high-density programmable logic resources including adaptive logic modules and dedicated multipliers for complex signal processing and hardware acceleration.
• Supports high-speed serial communication through multiple integrated transceivers capable of operating at data rates up to 17.4 Gb/s for chip-to-chip and backplane links.

Applications

• High-performance networking equipment requiring multi-gigabit interface aggregation
• Industrial automation controllers needing deterministic real-time processing
• Medical imaging systems utilizing parallel data acquisition and processing

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific package type and temperature grade against the official Intel/Altera datasheet before procurement. Confirm that the ordering suffix matches the required pin count and thermal characteristics. Ensure compliance with export regulations if applicable, as some FPGA variants may require additional documentation for international shipping. Cross-reference the manufacturer part number with authorized distributors to avoid counterfeit components.

Selection Notes

Select this model when both high-end FPGA fabric capacity and embedded processor functionality are required in a single device. Compare resource utilization against the Arria 10 SX series if cost sensitivity is higher than performance needs. Evaluate the power consumption profile relative to the cooling solution available on the target PCB. Consider the availability of development tools and IP cores compatible with the Arria 10 architecture during the design phase.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Arria 10 GX family, which targets high-bandwidth applications such as telecommunications and enterprise infrastructure. It sits between the lower-capacity SX series and the ultra-high-performance AGX series. The GX variant emphasizes balanced performance and power efficiency for demanding digital signal processing tasks.

Replacement Considerations

Direct substitutes within the same family include the 10AX066K4F40I3SG or 10AX066H4F34E3SG, provided the package footprint and I/O compatibility match. Verify pinout differences and electrical specifications before swapping. Alternative families like Stratix 10 offer different feature sets but require significant redesign.