1SX280HH3F55E2LG

Overview

The Altera 1SX280HH3F55E2LG is a System-on-Chip FPGA belonging to the Stratix 10 SX family. It integrates a quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 processor with 2.8 million logic elements and 933,120 Adaptive Logic Modules. The device features 229 Mbit of embedded memory and 24 high-speed transceivers. Key electrical parameters include a maximum clock frequency of 1 GHz for the processor cores, L1 instruction and data caches of 32 kB per core, and an operating temperature range of -40°C to +100°C. It utilizes a 2912-ball FC-BGA package.

Feature Summary

• Integrates a quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 hard processor system with CoreSight debug infrastructure
• Provides extensive programmable fabric capacity through millions of logic elements and adaptive logic modules
• Supports high-speed serial communications via multiple integrated transceiver channels
• Includes substantial on-chip embedded memory resources for data buffering and processing

Applications

• High-performance networking equipment requiring significant packet processing capabilities
• Industrial automation systems utilizing embedded control and real-time logic
• Test and measurement instruments demanding high-speed signal acquisition and analysis
• Medical imaging systems requiring complex image processing and data handling

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix E2 against official Intel/Altera documentation to confirm the exact speed grade and commercial temperature rating. Ensure compatibility with the required PCB footprint and thermal management solutions. Confirm that the ordering information matches the intended performance tier within the Stratix 10 SX portfolio before finalizing procurement.

Selection Notes

Select this component when a balance of high-end FPGA fabric density and embedded ARM processing is required. Compare the 2.8M LE count against project logic requirements. Evaluate the 24 transceiver count against interface bandwidth needs. Consider the Stratix 10 SX power efficiency relative to alternative SoC FPGA families for the target application environment.

Part Context

This part belongs to the Stratix 10 SX series, designed for cost-sensitive applications requiring significant logic density and embedded processing. It shares architectural similarities with other Stratix 10 devices but offers specific resource configurations optimized for volume production. The SX variant typically targets different market segments compared to the GX or MX families.

Replacement Considerations

Direct replacements within the same package and pinout may include other Stratix 10 SX variants with matching logic counts. Verify functional equivalence regarding the ARM processor configuration and transceiver specifications. Cross-reference with Intel's official migration guides for any necessary design adjustments when substituting components.