5SGSMD5K3F40I3

Overview

The Altera 5SGSMD5K3F40I3LG is a Stratix V GS Field Programmable Gate Array featuring 457,000 logic elements and 172,600 adaptive logic modules. It integrates 39 Mbit of embedded memory and supports 696 I/Os within a 1517-ball FBGA package. The device operates at a core voltage of 0.82V to 0.88V, with an extended industrial temperature range from -40°C to 100°C. It includes 36 transceivers capable of data rates up to 14.1 Gb/s.

Feature Summary

• Stratix V GS architecture optimized for cost-sensitive high-performance applications
• Integrated 36 high-speed serial transceivers supporting 14.1 Gb/s signaling
• Large capacity logic fabric with nearly half a million logic elements
• Extended industrial operating temperature range for robust environmental performance

Applications

• Telecommunications infrastructure equipment
• Industrial automation control systems
• Test and measurement instrumentation
• Medical imaging subsystems

Procurement Notes

Verify the complete part number suffix, typically ending in LG or similar, as the base model 5SGSMD5K3F40I3 lacks full specification details. Confirm current availability status, as many Stratix V devices are approaching end-of-life or have restricted distribution channels. Ensure compliance with RoHS directives and check moisture sensitivity levels for proper handling during assembly processes.

Selection Notes

Select this component when balancing high logic density with moderate power consumption requirements. Compare against the GX series if higher speed transceivers are needed, or the GS series variants with lower logic counts for cost optimization. Verify that the 1517-ball package fits the board space constraints and thermal management capabilities of the target design environment.

Part Context

This FPGA belongs to the Intel (formerly Altera) Stratix V family, specifically the GS (General Scalability) segment. This series targets high-volume applications requiring significant programmable logic without the premium cost of the GT or GX high-speed tiers. It represents a mature technology node widely used in established industrial and communication designs.