5SGXEA5N3F40I3G

Overview

The Altera 5SGXEA5N3F40I3G is a Stratix V GX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) belonging to the 5SGXA5 device family. It features 2,304 Logic Array Blocks (LABs), providing 490,000 logic elements and 185,000 Adaptive Logic Modules (ALMs). The device integrates 37 Mbits of embedded memory and supports up to 696 I/O pins. It includes 36 high-speed transceivers capable of data rates up to 14.1 Gb/s. Operating at a core voltage of 900 mV, it is housed in a 1517-ball FBGA package and rated for commercial temperature ranges from 0°C to +70°C.

Feature Summary

• High-density programmable logic fabric with over 490,000 logic elements for complex system integration
• Integrated high-speed serial transceivers supporting multi-gigabit data transmission rates
• Substantial on-chip memory resources for data buffering and processing applications
• Support for extensive I/O configurations through a large pin-count package

Applications

• High-performance networking infrastructure equipment
• Industrial automation control systems
• Medical imaging signal processing units
• Test and measurement instrumentation

Procurement Notes

Verify component authenticity through authorized channels due to potential availability constraints. Confirm RoHS compliance status and moisture sensitivity level handling requirements prior to assembly. Review official datasheets for specific packaging details and lead time variations associated with this discontinued or limited-stock part number.

Selection Notes

Select this model when requiring high logic density combined with significant serial connectivity within the Stratix V architecture. Compare against the 5SGXEA3K series for lower capacity needs or the 5SGXEA9N series for higher performance requirements. Ensure thermal management solutions align with the power consumption characteristics of the 900 mV core voltage operation.

Part Context

This component is part of the Altera Stratix V GX family, designed for high-end applications requiring substantial bandwidth and power efficiency. The 'GX' designation indicates the inclusion of high-speed transceivers, distinguishing it from standard Stratix V variants. It represents a generation of FPGAs focused on delivering breakthrough system bandwidth for demanding digital signal processing and communication tasks.

Replacement Considerations

Publicly confirmed direct substitute part numbers are not available in the provided source material. Consider evaluating Agilex family devices for modern equivalents, though architectural differences require comprehensive design re-verification.