5CSEBA2U19A7N

Soc System On Chip Overview

The Altera 5CSEBA2U19A7N is a Cyclone V System on Chip FPGA featuring an ARM Cortex-A9 processor core. It integrates 25,000 logic elements and 1.37 Mbit of embedded memory within a 484-pin UBGA package. The device supports a maximum processor clock frequency of 925 MHz and operates with a supply voltage of 1.1 V. It provides 66 dedicated FPGA I/Os and 151 MCU I/Os, supporting interfaces including Ethernet, USB OTG, SPI, and I2C. The component is rated for commercial temperature ranges from 0°C to 85°C.

Soc System On Chip Feature Summary

• Integrates a single-core ARM Cortex-A9 MPCore processor with CoreSight debug infrastructure alongside programmable FPGA fabric.
• Combines 25K logic elements with substantial embedded memory resources including distributed RAM and embedded block RAM.
• Supports high-speed serial connectivity through integrated transceivers capable of data rates up to 6.6 Gb/s.
• Includes comprehensive peripheral interfaces such as CANbus, Ethernet MAC, and multiple standard communication protocols.

Soc System On Chip Applications

• Industrial automation controllers requiring deterministic logic processing and real-time control.
• Automotive infotainment systems utilizing the A9 processor for user interface management.
• Medical imaging equipment front-ends needing signal conditioning and data acquisition.
• Telecommunications baseband processing units requiring flexible protocol implementation.

Soc System On Chip Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'A7N' against official Intel/Altera documentation to confirm the commercial temperature grade and speed bin. Ensure compatibility with required PCB fabrication capabilities for the 484-UBGA package pitch. Confirm that the ordering part number matches the exact logic density and memory configuration specified in the design requirements before finalizing procurement orders.

Soc System On Chip Selection Notes

Select this model when a balance between moderate FPGA logic capacity and embedded processing power is required. Compare against the 5CSEBA2U19I7SN variant if extended industrial temperature operation (-40°C to 100°C) is necessary instead of the commercial range. Evaluate the 5CSEBA5 series if higher logic element counts or dual-core processing capabilities are needed for more complex system architectures.

Soc System On Chip Part Context

This component belongs to the Cyclone V SE (System Edition) family, designed for cost-sensitive applications requiring embedded processing. It sits below the Stratix and Arria families in terms of performance but offers lower power consumption and reduced bill-of-materials costs compared to larger FPGAs. The U19 designation indicates the specific 484-ball package form factor used across several variants in this series.

Soc System On Chip Replacement Considerations

Direct functional replacements include other Cyclone V SE devices with identical pinouts and comparable logic densities, such as the 5CSEBA2U19C7N or 5CSEBA2U19I7SN, provided temperature and speed grade differences are acceptable. Cross-family migration to MAX 10 or Agilex may require significant schematic and firmware redesign.