1SX250HN2F43E2LG

Overview

The Altera 1SX250HN2F43E2LG is a Stratix 10 SX System on Chip FPGA featuring an embedded quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 processor. It provides 2,500,000 logic elements and 821,150 Adaptive Logic Modules within a 1760-pin FBGA package. The device includes 195 Mbits of embedded memory and supports up to 1160 I/Os. It operates with a core voltage range of 770 mV to 970 mV and functions at temperatures from 0°C to +100°C. The integrated transceivers support data rates up to 28.3 Gb/s.

Feature Summary

• Integrates a quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 MPCore processor with CoreSight debug infrastructure for embedded control tasks.
• Provides high-density programmable logic resources including millions of logic elements and extensive embedded memory blocks.
• Supports high-speed serial connectivity through multiple transceivers capable of multi-gigabit data transmission.
• Features comprehensive peripheral interfaces including Ethernet, USB OTG, SPI, and UART for system integration.

Applications

• High-performance networking equipment requiring advanced packet processing and protocol offloading.
• Industrial automation controllers utilizing the embedded ARM processor for real-time management.
• Medical imaging systems leveraging high-speed data acquisition and signal processing capabilities.
• Test and measurement instruments requiring flexible logic configuration and precise timing control.

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix codes against official Intel/Altera documentation to confirm temperature grade and package variant accuracy. Ensure compatibility with required programming cables and software versions before procurement. Confirm moisture sensitivity level handling requirements during storage and assembly processes.

Selection Notes

Compare logic element counts and embedded memory sizes against alternative Stratix 10 models to ensure sufficient resource headroom. Evaluate the number of available transceivers and I/O pins relative to interface requirements. Consider thermal management solutions given the power consumption characteristics of high-density FPGA designs.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Stratix 10 SX family, designed for cost-sensitive applications requiring significant logic density and embedded processing. It bridges the gap between standard FPGAs and complex SoC devices by integrating ARM processors directly onto the silicon die.

Replacement Considerations

Direct pin-to-pin replacements are limited within the same package. Consider upgrading to Agilex series devices for improved performance or exploring other Stratix 10 variants with compatible footprints if logical equivalence is required.