5SGXEA5H1F35C2LN

Overview

The Altera 5SGXEA5H1F35C2LN is a Stratix V GX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) designed for high-performance digital signal processing and networking applications. It features 490,000 logic elements and 185,000 Adaptive Logic Modules (ALMs). The device includes 37 Mbit of embedded memory and is equipped with 24 transceivers capable of data rates up to 14.1 Gb/s. It offers 552 I/Os and operates within a commercial temperature range of 0°C to +70°C. The component is housed in an FBGA-1152 package and requires a core voltage of 850 mV.

Feature Summary

• Stratix V GX architecture optimized for high-speed serial communications
• Integrated hard processor system support via Nios II soft cores
• Advanced power management with multiple voltage domains

Applications

• High-speed telecommunications infrastructure
• Data center interconnects and switching
• Industrial automation control systems

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'LN' against official Intel/Altera documentation to confirm package variant and moisture sensitivity level. Confirm end-of-life status as some sources indicate discontinuation. Ensure compatibility with Quartus Prime software versions supporting the Stratix V family before procurement planning.

Selection Notes

Compare against the 5SGXEA5H2F35C2LG and 5SGXEA5H3F35C2LG variants which share similar pinouts but may differ in internal configuration or speed grades. Evaluate thermal requirements for the FBGA-1152 package under full load conditions. Verify that the 14.1 Gb/s transceiver rate meets interface specifications for target protocols such as PCIe or Ethernet.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Stratix V GX family, distinguished by its focus on high-speed serial I/O capabilities. It sits between the GS (General Storage) and MX (Mixed Signal) series in terms of feature set, prioritizing connectivity over embedded memory density or analog integration.

Replacement Considerations

Publicly confirmed direct substitute part numbers are not available in the provided source material. Consider consulting Intel's migration guides for Agilex or Stratix 10 families for long-term architectural upgrades.