5CGXFC9A6U19I7

Overview

The Altera 5CGXFC9A6U19I7 is a Cyclone V GX System-on-Chip FPGA built on TSMC's 28 nm low-power process. It features 301K logic elements, 12 transceivers operating at 3.125 Gbps, and supports PCIe Gen2 hard IP. The device includes up to 12.2 Mb of embedded memory via M10K blocks and variable-precision DSP blocks with 684 multipliers. Operating in the industrial temperature range (-40°C to 100°C), it utilizes an Ultra FineLine BGA package with 484 pins. Key capabilities include dynamic partial reconfiguration, Configuration via Protocol (CvP), and integrated hard memory controllers for DDR3/DDR2/LPDDR2 interfaces.

Feature Summary

• Integrated 3.125 Gbps serial transceivers supporting high-bandwidth data transmission
• Hard IP support for PCIe Gen2 and Gen1 with endpoint and root port functionality
• Dynamic partial reconfiguration and Configuration via Protocol (CvP) for flexible system updates
• Variable-precision DSP blocks allowing mixed signal processing precision levels within single blocks

Applications

• Industrial automation and control systems requiring robust I/O and connectivity
• Wireless infrastructure baseband processing and small cell applications
• Wireline communication equipment utilizing PCIe and high-speed serial links
• Cost-sensitive consumer electronics needing low power consumption and high integration

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix against Intel's current Product Selector Guide to confirm availability of lead-free or leaded options. Confirm that the 'SC' suffix is required if internal scrubbing support is necessary for SEU protection. Ensure the package footprint matches the design constraints for the U484 Ultra FineLine BGA configuration.

Selection Notes

Select this variant when 3.125 Gbps transceiver speeds are sufficient for the application, offering lower cost than GT series devices. Consider the 301K LE density for complex logic requirements while maintaining compatibility with smaller Cyclone V packages for migration paths. Evaluate the need for HPS features; this GX variant lacks the integrated Arm Cortex-A9 processor found in SE/SX/ST models.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Cyclone V GX family, optimized for low-cost and low-power transceiver applications. It sits between the E variant (no transceivers) and the GT variant (6.144 Gbps transceivers). The GX series provides a balance of logic density and serial connectivity without the higher power demands of the GT series or the SoC complexity of the SE/SX/ST lines.

Replacement Considerations

Direct replacements within the same density include other Cyclone V GX devices with compatible pinouts. For upward migration, consider Cyclone V GT variants for higher speed transceivers. Downward alternatives include Cyclone V E devices if transceivers are not required. Verify package compatibility when substituting with different member codes.