5SGXEA5N2F40C3G

Overview

The Altera 5SGXEA5N2F40C3G 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 integrates 37 Mbit of embedded memory and supports data rates up to 14.1 Gb/s via its transceivers. It operates within a supply voltage range of 0.82V to 0.88V and functions at temperatures between 0°C and 85°C TJ. The component is housed in a 1517-ball FCBGA package.

Feature Summary

• High-density programmable logic fabric with extensive embedded memory resources
• High-speed serial transceivers supporting multi-gigabit data transmission
• Optimized power efficiency through low-voltage core operation

Applications

• High-speed networking equipment and packet processing systems
• Digital signal processing for telecommunications infrastructure
• Test and measurement instrumentation requiring high throughput

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix codes against official datasheets to ensure correct temperature grade and package variant. Confirm RoHS compliance status with the manufacturer prior to integration. Check for end-of-life notifications or obsolescence warnings as this component belongs to an older product family. Ensure design files match the exact revision level required for your hardware platform.

Selection Notes

Compare logic density and transceiver counts against current Agilex or Stratix families for future-proofing. Evaluate thermal management requirements given the high pin count and power consumption characteristics. Assess software toolchain compatibility with Quartus Prime versions. Consider lead times and availability constraints associated with mature technology nodes.

Part Context

This part belongs to the Stratix V GX series, which targets high-speed serial communication applications. It utilizes Intel's 28nm process technology. The 'GX' designation indicates optimized transceiver performance. This series succeeded earlier generations and provides a balance of capacity and speed for complex system-on-chip designs.

Replacement Considerations

Direct pin-to-pin replacements are not available due to architectural differences. Consider Intel Agilex 5 or Stratix 10 devices for modern equivalents. Migration requires significant redesign of logic and physical layout. Consult official migration guides for architecture-specific changes.