5SGXEA4K3F35I3N

Overview

The Altera 5SGXEA4K3F35I3N is a Stratix V GX Field Programmable Gate Array featuring 420,000 logic elements and 158,500 adaptive logic modules. It integrates 37 Mbit of embedded memory within a 1152-pin FBGA package. The device supports up to 432 I/Os and includes 36 transceivers capable of data rates up to 14.1 Gb/s. Operating voltage is specified at 900 mV, with an industrial temperature range spanning from -40°C to +85°C.

Feature Summary

• High-density programmable logic fabric utilizing adaptive logic modules for efficient resource utilization.
• Integrated high-speed serial transceivers supporting multi-gigabit data transmission standards.
• Substantial on-chip memory capacity designed for complex buffering and processing tasks.

Applications

• High-performance telecommunications infrastructure equipment
• Enterprise networking switches and routers
• Industrial automation control systems

Procurement Notes

Verify component authenticity through authorized channels due to obsolete status. Confirm moisture sensitivity level handling requirements during storage and assembly. Ensure compatibility with legacy design tools and verify pinout integrity against current manufacturing specifications before integration into new hardware platforms.

Selection Notes

Evaluate the trade-off between logic density and transceiver count relative to system bandwidth needs. Compare power consumption profiles against alternative Stratix V variants. Assess thermal management requirements given the high pin count and operating voltage constraints in dense PCB layouts.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Stratix V GX family, optimized for high-speed serial communications. It succeeds earlier generations by offering increased logic resources and improved transceiver performance. The part represents a mature solution for applications requiring significant parallel processing alongside high-bandwidth serial interfaces.

Replacement Considerations

Publicly confirmed direct substitutes include the 5SGXEA4K3F35I3G variant. Verify functional equivalence and pin compatibility before substitution. Other family members may require schematic redesigns due to differing I/O or memory configurations.