5SGXEA4K3F40I3LG

Overview

The Altera 5SGXEA4K3F40I3LG is a Stratix V GX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) designed for high-performance digital signal processing and networking applications. It features 420,000 logic elements and 158,500 Adaptive Logic Modules (ALMs). The device integrates 37 Mbits of embedded memory and includes 36 high-speed transceivers capable of data rates up to 14.1 Gb/s. Operating at a core voltage of 900 mV, it supports I/O counts up to 696. The component is housed in a 1517-ball FBGA package and operates within a commercial temperature range of -40°C to +85°C.

Feature Summary

• High-density programmable logic fabric with extensive adaptive logic modules for complex algorithm implementation.
• Integrated high-speed serial transceivers supporting multi-gigabit data transmission standards.
• Significant on-chip memory resources for buffering, caching, and embedded processing tasks.

Applications

• Telecommunications infrastructure equipment requiring high-bandwidth packet processing
• Digital signal processing systems for radar and electronic warfare
• Industrial automation controllers with deterministic real-time requirements

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix codes against official manufacturer documentation to confirm pinout compatibility and electrical characteristics. Confirm end-of-life status or obsolescence notices prior to design finalization. Ensure supply chain sources provide valid traceability certificates. Check for moisture sensitivity level handling requirements during storage and assembly processes.

Selection Notes

Compare logic density and transceiver count against project requirements to avoid over-specification. Evaluate thermal management solutions given the power consumption associated with high-speed I/O and active logic regions. Consider software toolchain compatibility with Quartus Prime versions. Assess if alternative devices in the Stratix V family offer better availability or updated lifecycle status.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Stratix V GX family, which targets gigabit communications and DSP-intensive applications. It utilizes Intel's 28nm process technology. The part number indicates specific packaging, temperature grade, and speed grading variations within the broader Stratix V product line.

Replacement Considerations

Direct replacements may include other Stratix V variants with similar transceiver counts. Upgrades to Agilex series FPGAs require architectural redesign due to different fabric structures. Verify pin-to-pin compatibility before substituting with older Stratix IV models.