5CSEBA2U19C6N

Soc System On Chip Overview

The Altera 5CSEBA2U19C6N is a Cyclone V SE System on Chip FPGA manufactured using TSMC 28nm technology. It integrates a single-core ARM Cortex-A9 processor with an FPGA fabric containing 25,000 logic elements and 9,430 adaptive logic modules. The device features 1.37 Mbit of embedded memory, including distributed RAM and embedded block RAM. It operates at a maximum clock frequency of 800 MHz for the processor and supports up to 66 I/O pins within a 484-pin UBGA package measuring 19x19 mm. The component is rated for commercial temperature ranges.

Soc System On Chip Feature Summary

• Integrates a single-core ARM Cortex-A9 MPCore processor with CoreSight debug infrastructure alongside programmable logic fabric.
• Utilizes adaptive logic modules (ALMs) to optimize resource utilization and reduce power consumption compared to traditional LUT-based architectures.
• Provides extensive connectivity options including Ethernet, USB OTG, SPI, I2C, UART, and CANbus interfaces.
• Supports secure boot and hardware security features through integrated encryption engines and tamper detection capabilities.

Soc System On Chip Applications

• Industrial automation controllers requiring deterministic real-time processing and flexible I/O expansion.
• Medical imaging equipment needing low-power signal processing and high-density interconnects.
• Automotive infotainment systems utilizing the ARM core for application hosting and FPGA for display or sensor interfacing.
• Telecommunications baseband processing units requiring configurable data paths and protocol acceleration.

Soc System On Chip Procurement Notes

Verify the specific speed grade suffix C6 against design timing requirements before ordering. Confirm package availability and lead times with authorized distributors as supply chain conditions vary. Ensure ESD protection protocols are followed during handling due to the fine-pitch UBGA packaging. Cross-reference the manufacturer's latest datasheet for any recent pinout or electrical specification updates.

Soc System On Chip Selection Notes

Select this model when a balance of moderate logic density and embedded processing is required. Compare against the 5CSEBA2U19C8N if higher operating frequencies are needed. Consider the 5CSEBA5 series if greater logic capacity or dual-core processing is necessary. Evaluate power budgets carefully as dynamic power scales with clock frequency and I/O activity levels in the 28nm process node.

Soc System On Chip Part Context

This part belongs to the Cyclone V SE family, designed for cost-sensitive applications requiring system-level integration. It sits below the Stratix and Arria families in terms of performance but offers significant advantages in power efficiency and bill-of-materials cost. The SE variant specifically targets embedded control and connectivity markets where mixed-signal and digital logic coexist on a single die.

Soc System On Chip Replacement Considerations

Direct functional substitutes include other Cyclone V SE devices with identical pin counts and comparable logic resources, such as the 5CSEBA2U19C7N or 5CSEBA2U19C8N. Verify thermal characteristics and voltage regulator compatibility when migrating between speed grades. Software IP cores may require recompilation for different speed grades due to timing closure differences.