5CEFA9F31I7N

Overview

The Altera 5CEFA9F31I7N is a Cyclone V E FPGA built on TSMC's 28 nm low-power process technology. It features 301,000 logic elements, 113,560 adaptive logic modules, and 12,200 Kb of M10K embedded memory. The device supports up to 480 general-purpose I/Os and includes two hard memory controllers for DDR3, DDR2, and LPDDR2 interfaces. Operating at an industrial temperature range of -40°C to 100°C with a 1.1 V core voltage, it utilizes an 896-pin FineLine BGA package.

Feature Summary

• Integrated hard IP blocks including PCIe Gen1/Gen2 controllers and external memory controllers.
• Variable-precision DSP blocks supporting multiple signal processing precision levels within a single block.
• Support for dynamic partial reconfiguration and Configuration via Protocol (CvP).
• Enhanced 8-input adaptive logic modules with four registers for improved logic integration.

Applications

• Industrial automation systems requiring robust logic resources and wide temperature tolerance.
• Wireless infrastructure baseband processing utilizing integrated transceiver capabilities.
• Cost-sensitive consumer electronics leveraging the lowest system cost architecture.
• Automotive infotainment and control units compatible with automotive qualification standards.

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix against Intel's official Product Selector Guide to confirm package type, speed grade, and temperature rating. Ensure compatibility with existing board layouts by cross-referencing the 896-FBGA pinout. Confirm lead-free packaging status if RoHS compliance is required for the target assembly process.

Selection Notes

Select this variant when high logic density is required without the cost of SoC integration or high-speed GT transceivers. Compare resource counts against Cyclone V GX or SE variants if transceiver channels or ARM processor cores are needed. Evaluate power consumption profiles against previous generation devices to ensure thermal constraints are met within the industrial operating range.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Cyclone V E family, optimized for general logic and DSP applications. It shares the same 28 nm process technology as other Cyclone V variants but lacks the integrated Hard Processor System found in SE/SX/ST models. It serves as a high-density solution for designs prioritizing logic capacity and memory bandwidth over processor integration.

Replacement Considerations

Direct replacements include other members of the Cyclone V E family such as 5CEFA7 or 5CEFA5, provided the logic element count and package footprint are compatible. Verify that the replacement part maintains the required speed grade and industrial temperature rating for seamless migration.

FAQ

Does the 5CEFA9F31I7N support internal scrubbing?

No, internal scrubbing support requires the 'SC' suffix in the part number. This specific variant does not include that feature.

What is the maximum frequency of the global clock network?

The Cyclone V E devices support a global clock network operating up to 550 MHz.

Can this device perform partial reconfiguration?

Partial reconfiguration is available for Cyclone V E devices with the 'SC' suffix. Standard variants may require verification through Intel documentation for specific implementation constraints.