5CGXFC7D6F27I7N

Overview

The Altera 5CGXFC7D6F27I7N is a Cyclone V GX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) designed for high-performance logic and embedded applications. It features 149,500 Logic Elements (LEs), 56,480 Adaptive Logic Modules (ALMs), and 5,648 Logic Array Blocks (LABs). The device integrates 7.7 Mbits of total embedded memory, including 836 kbits of Embedded Block RAM (EBR). It supports up to 480 I/O pins and includes nine transceivers capable of data rates up to 3.125 Gb/s. Operating at a supply voltage of 1.07V to 1.13V, it is housed in an 896-ball FBGA package (31x31 mm) with an industrial temperature range of -40°C to 100°C TJ.

Feature Summary

• High-density programmable logic architecture with over 149,000 LEs and nearly 57,000 ALMs for complex digital designs.
• Integrated high-speed serial connectivity via nine transceivers supporting multi-standard protocols.
• Substantial on-chip memory resources combining embedded block RAM and M9K blocks for data buffering and processing.

Applications

• Industrial automation and control systems requiring robust logic processing.
• Telecommunications infrastructure equipment utilizing high-speed serial interfaces.
• Test and measurement instruments needing flexible signal processing capabilities.

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'I7N' against the manufacturer's current datasheet to confirm the exact temperature grade and package variant. Ensure compatibility with existing board layouts regarding the 896-FBGA footprint and pinout definitions. Confirm that the design tool version supports the Cyclone V GX family for proper synthesis and implementation.

Selection Notes

Select this component when a balance of moderate logic density and high-speed serial I/O is required within the Cyclone V portfolio. Compare against the 5CGXFC7D6F31 series if higher I/O counts or different thermal characteristics are needed. Evaluate power consumption profiles against the specific application load to ensure adequate cooling solutions for the FBGA package.

Part Context

This part belongs to the Cyclone V GX family, which targets cost-sensitive applications requiring Gigabit Ethernet and other high-speed serial standards. It sits below the Arria V and Stratix V families in terms of performance but offers lower power consumption and cost. The 'GX' designation specifically highlights the inclusion of hard transceiver blocks for serial communications.

Replacement Considerations

Direct pin-to-pin replacements within the same package are limited due to specific logic and memory configurations. Consider the 5CGXFC7D6F31I7N for similar functionality with potentially different I/O distributions. For legacy support, verify if older Cyclone IV devices can be adapted, though performance differences will be significant.