5CEFA7F23I7N

Overview

The Altera 5CEFA7F23I7N is a Cyclone V E series Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) manufactured by Intel. It features 149,500 logic elements and 56,480 Adaptive Logic Modules (ALMs). The device integrates 7,880,704 bits of embedded memory. It supports 240 user I/Os and operates within a supply voltage range of 1.07V to 1.13V. The component is housed in a 484-ball FBGA package with dimensions of 23x23 mm. It is designed for surface mount installation and functions reliably across an operating temperature range of 0°C to 85°C.

Feature Summary

• Integrates ARM Cortex-A9 hard processor cores for heterogeneous computing capabilities alongside programmable logic fabric.
• Utilizes 28nm process technology to deliver high performance with optimized power consumption for cost-sensitive applications.
• Provides extensive embedded memory resources suitable for complex data buffering and storage requirements.

Applications

• Industrial automation control systems requiring deterministic logic processing.
• Medical equipment interfaces and signal conditioning modules.
• Communication infrastructure components for protocol bridging and data handling.

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'I7' corresponds to the required speed grade and commercial temperature rating for your design. Confirm the 484-FBGA pinout matches your PCB layout constraints. Ensure compatibility with Intel Quartus Prime software versions supporting the Cyclone V E family. Check for any recent Product Change Notifications regarding labeling or packaging updates.

Selection Notes

Select this model when moderate logic density and integrated ARM processing are needed without the cost of high-speed transceivers found in GX/GT variants. Compare against lower-density 5CEFA5 or higher-density 5CEFA9 models based on resource utilization. Verify that the 240 I/O count meets interface requirements before finalizing the part number choice.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Cyclone V E (Economy) sub-family, which focuses on low system cost and power efficiency. Unlike the GX or GT series, the E series typically lacks high-speed SerDes transceivers, making it ideal for general-purpose logic and DSP applications rather than high-speed serial communications like PCIe or 10GbE.

Replacement Considerations

The 5CEFA7F23C6N is listed as a direct substitute. Verify if the speed grade difference between 'I7' and 'C6' impacts timing closure in your specific design. Ensure the replacement maintains the same 484-FBGA footprint and electrical characteristics.