1SX250LU2F50I2LG

Overview

The Altera 1SX250LU2F50I2LG 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 2397-pin FBGA package. The device includes 195 Mbit of embedded memory and supports up to 1160 I/Os with 96 transceivers. Operating voltage ranges from 0.94V, 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 complex system control.
• Provides high-density programmable logic with significant embedded memory resources for data processing tasks.
• Supports high-speed serial communications through multiple integrated transceiver channels.

Applications

• Telecommunications infrastructure equipment
• Industrial automation controllers
• Data center acceleration platforms

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix codes against official Intel/Altera documentation to confirm pinout, speed grade, and packaging variations. Ensure compatibility with required thermal management solutions given the high-performance nature of the Stratix 10 family. Confirm export control classifications if applicable to your region.

Selection Notes

Compare this model against other Stratix 10 variants based on specific logic element counts, memory requirements, and I/O density needs. Evaluate the necessity of the embedded ARM processor versus external processors for system architecture decisions. Consider the available package options and their corresponding pin counts for board layout constraints.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Stratix 10 SX series, designed for systems requiring both high-performance FPGA fabric and embedded processing capabilities. It complements the GX and TX families by offering a balanced mix of logic, memory, and processor integration suitable for cost-sensitive yet powerful applications.

Replacement Considerations

Direct replacements are limited within the same family due to specific pinout and feature configurations. Check for updated speed grades or package variants within the 1SX250LU series. Cross-family migration to Agilex devices requires significant redesign efforts.