5SGXEA3K2F40C3N

Overview

The Altera 5SGXEA3K2F40C3N is a Stratix V GX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) belonging to the 5SGXA3 series. It features 340,000 logic elements and 128,300 adaptive logic modules within 12,830 LABs. The device includes 19 Mbit of embedded memory, totaling 22.92 Mbit, and supports 696 I/Os. It operates at a core voltage of 900 mV with a data rate of 14.1 Gb/s across 36 transceivers. Packaged in an FBGA-1517 format for SMD/SMT installation, it functions between 0°C and +70°C.

Feature Summary

• Stratix V GX architecture optimized for high-speed serial communications
• Integrated hard processor system capabilities for complex SoC designs
• High-density programmable logic with extensive embedded memory resources

Applications

• High-speed networking equipment requiring multi-gigabit transceivers
• Telecommunications infrastructure and base station processing
• Industrial automation control systems

Procurement Notes

Verify component authenticity through authorized channels as this part is listed as obsolete. Confirm RoHS compliance status and moisture sensitivity level before procurement. Check for available ECAD models for design integration. Ensure supply chain stability due to end-of-life status.

Selection Notes

Select this model for applications demanding high-performance serial I/O with moderate logic density. Compare against the 5SGXEA3K1 variant for voltage differences. Consider the 5SGXEA4K2 for higher logic capacity if pin compatibility allows. Evaluate thermal management requirements for the FBGA-1517 package.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Intel (formerly Altera) Stratix V family, designed for high-end digital signal processing and communication markets. It sits within the 5SGXA3 sub-series, offering a balance of performance and power efficiency compared to larger Stratix V devices.

Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers are not available. The 5SGXEA3K1F40C2LN is a related variant with different voltage specifications but shares similar logic resources.