1SX250HU3F50E3VG

Overview

The Altera 1SX250HU3F50E3VG is a Stratix 10 SX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) System on Chip (SoC). It integrates a 2.5 million logic element FPGA fabric with an embedded quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 processor running at 1.5 GHz. The device features 821,150 Adaptive Logic Modules (ALMs), 195 Mbit of embedded memory, and 96 transceivers supporting data rates up to 28.3 Gb/s. It provides 1160 I/Os and operates within a junction temperature range of 0°C to 100°C. The component is housed in a 2397-ball FCBGA package measuring 50x50 mm.

Feature Summary

• Integrates a high-density FPGA fabric with an embedded quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 MPCore processor for combined logic and processing capabilities.
• Includes extensive embedded memory resources totaling 195 Mbit to support complex data buffering and storage requirements.
• Features 96 high-speed transceivers capable of operating at data rates up to 28.3 Gb/s for advanced serial communication.
• Supports comprehensive connectivity interfaces including Ethernet, USB OTG, SPI, UART, and MMC/SD/SDIO.

Applications

• High-performance computing systems requiring integrated processing and programmable logic.
• Advanced networking infrastructure utilizing high-speed serial transceivers.
• Industrial automation controllers leveraging embedded ARM cores and FPGA flexibility.
• Test and measurement equipment requiring precise signal processing and control.

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix against official Intel/Altera documentation to ensure correct package, temperature grade, and speed bin alignment. Confirm moisture sensitivity level (MSL 3) handling requirements during storage and assembly. Cross-reference the manufacturer part number with authorized distributor catalogs to validate current production status and availability constraints prior to procurement planning.

Selection Notes

Select this model when design requirements demand both substantial FPGA logic capacity and embedded software processing within a single device. Evaluate the 2397-ball FCBGA footprint for PCB layout compatibility and thermal management needs. Ensure the system architecture can utilize the integrated ARM Cortex-A53 cores for real-time control tasks while offloading parallel processing to the FPGA fabric.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Intel Stratix 10 SX family, designed for cost-sensitive applications requiring significant logic density and embedded processing. It shares the 2397-ball FCBGA package form factor with other devices in the series, such as the 1SG250 and 1SX165 variants, facilitating potential pin-compatible design strategies across different logic capacities within the same product line.

Replacement Considerations

Publicly confirmed direct substitute part numbers are not available in the provided source material. Designers should consult official Intel replacement guides or contact authorized distributors for validated equivalent components that match the electrical specifications and mechanical dimensions.