1SX250HN3F43I1VG

Overview

The Altera 1SX250HN3F43I1VG 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-ball FCBGA package. The device includes 195 Mbit of embedded memory and supports data rates up to 28.3 Gb/s via its transceivers. Operating voltage ranges from 0.77V to 0.97V, with a junction temperature range of -40°C to 100°C.

Feature Summary

• Integrates a quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 MPCore processor with CoreSight debug capabilities for embedded control tasks.
• Combines high-density FPGA fabric with embedded processors to enable complex system-level integration on a single die.
• Supports high-speed serial communication through integrated transceivers capable of multi-gigabit data rates.

Applications

• High-performance networking infrastructure equipment requiring low-latency packet processing.
• Industrial automation systems utilizing embedded control alongside programmable logic.
• Medical imaging devices demanding high throughput and precise signal processing.

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix against the manufacturer's official datasheet to confirm speed grade and package variant. Ensure compatibility with PMBus-compliant voltage regulators if SmartVID functionality is required for dynamic voltage adjustment. Confirm moisture sensitivity level handling procedures during assembly to prevent damage.

Selection Notes

Select this model when a balance of significant FPGA logic resources and embedded ARM processing power is necessary. Compare against the GX series if high-speed transceiver count is the primary constraint rather than embedded processor needs. Evaluate thermal management requirements given the high performance density and operating temperature range.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Intel (formerly Altera) Stratix 10 SX family, designed for cost-sensitive applications requiring both FPGA flexibility and embedded processing. It shares the same foundational architecture as the GX series but optimizes for different resource balances, specifically integrating the ARM Cortex-A53 subsystem directly into the silicon.

Replacement Considerations

Direct functional replacements are limited within the same family due to specific pinout and feature configurations. Consider the 1SX250HN2F43I1VG for similar logic density but potentially different speed grades or transceiver counts. Verify pin-to-pin compatibility and software toolchain support before substituting.