5SGSMD4E1H29I2G

Overview

The Altera 5SGSMD4E1H29I2G is a Stratix V GS Field Programmable Gate Array featuring 360,000 logic elements and 135,840 Adaptive Logic Modules. It integrates 19 Mbit of embedded memory and supports data rates up to 14.1 Gb/s via twelve transceivers. The device operates within a junction temperature range of -40°C to 100°C and utilizes a 780-ball FCBGA package for surface-mount installation.

Feature Summary

• High-density programmable logic architecture with extensive embedded memory resources
• High-speed serial connectivity through integrated transceiver blocks
• Industrial-grade thermal performance suitable for demanding environments

Applications

• High-performance telecommunications infrastructure equipment
• Enterprise networking switches and routers
• Industrial automation control systems
• Medical imaging signal processing units

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix codes against official Intel/Altera documentation to ensure correct temperature grade and package variant. Confirm RoHS compliance status and moisture sensitivity level requirements prior to assembly. Check for any applicable product change notices regarding pinout or electrical specifications that may affect existing designs.

Selection Notes

Select this component when high logic density and significant embedded memory are required alongside high-speed serial interfaces. Evaluate power consumption profiles against available cooling solutions. Ensure the design toolchain supports the specific device family features and verify pin compatibility if migrating from previous generation devices.

Part Context

This part belongs to the Stratix V GS family, designed for cost-sensitive high-performance applications. It offers a balance of logic capacity and memory bandwidth, targeting markets requiring robust programmable logic without the highest tier of performance found in other series variants.

Replacement Considerations

Publicly confirmed direct substitutes are not identified in the provided reference material. Migration to newer families such as Agilex or Stratix 10 requires comprehensive architectural review and potential retiming of critical paths due to differences in fabric structure and I/O standards.