5SGXEA3K2F40I2L

Overview

The Altera 5SGXEA3K2F40I2L is a Stratix V GX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) featuring 957 Logic Array Blocks (LABs) and 696 Input/Output terminals. It utilizes an FBGA-1517 package for surface mount installation. The device supports data rates up to 14.1 Gb/s with 36 transceivers. Embedded memory totals 19 Mbit, with total memory capacity at 22.92 Mbit. Operating voltage is specified at 850 mV. The industrial temperature range spans from -40°C to +85°C.

Feature Summary

• High-density logic architecture with 957 LABs for complex digital processing
• Integrated high-speed serial connectivity via 36 transceivers supporting 14.1 Gb/s rates
• Robust embedded memory resources totaling 22.92 Mbit for data buffering and storage
• Industrial-grade thermal performance suitable for demanding operational environments

Applications

• High-speed telecommunications infrastructure systems
• Enterprise networking equipment requiring high I/O density
• Industrial automation control systems
• Test and measurement instrumentation

Procurement Notes

Verify component authenticity through authorized channels due to end-of-life status. Confirm moisture sensitivity level handling requirements prior to assembly. Ensure compatibility with legacy design tools and verify pinout integrity against current manufacturing standards. Source only from verified distributors to mitigate counterfeit risks associated with discontinued semiconductor products.

Selection Notes

Select this model when specific Stratix V GX architecture features are required alongside the 1517-pin form factor. Consider the 696 I/O count and 36 transceiver availability for bandwidth-intensive designs. Evaluate power consumption profiles against system constraints given the 850 mV core voltage specification. Assess thermal management capabilities for the -40°C to +85°C operating range.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Stratix V GX family, designed for high-performance applications requiring significant logic resources and high-speed serial interfaces. It represents a generation of FPGAs optimized for bandwidth-heavy tasks. The part number suffix indicates specific packaging and temperature grade variations within the broader product line.

Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided documentation. As the component is listed as obsolete, direct replacements may require architectural redesign or migration to newer Intel FPGA families with equivalent pin counts and resource densities.