5SGXEA5N3F40I4N

Overview

The Altera 5SGXEA5N3F40I4N is a Stratix V GX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) belonging to the 5SGXEA5N device family. It features 490,000 logic elements and 185,000 Adaptive Logic Modules (ALMs). The device integrates 37 Mbit of embedded memory and supports up to 696 I/Os. It includes 48 high-speed transceivers capable of data rates up to 14.1 Gb/s. Operating at a core voltage of 0.9V, it is housed in a 1517-ball FCBGA package suitable for surface mount applications.

Feature Summary

• High-density programmable logic fabric with significant embedded memory capacity
• Multiple high-speed serial transceivers supporting advanced communication protocols
• Support for complex digital signal processing and system integration tasks

Applications

• Telecommunications infrastructure equipment
• Data center interconnect solutions
• Industrial automation control systems

Procurement Notes

Verify component authenticity through authorized channels due to potential availability constraints. Confirm RoHS compliance and moisture sensitivity levels prior to assembly. Review datasheet specifications for thermal management requirements associated with the FCBGA package. Ensure design compatibility with Quartus Prime software versions supporting this specific device family.

Selection Notes

Compare against other Stratix V GX variants based on required transceiver count and I/O density. Evaluate power consumption profiles relative to the 0.9V core voltage specification. Consider package pinout compatibility with existing PCB layouts. Assess total memory requirements against the 37 Mbit embedded capacity.

Part Context

This component is part of the Altera Stratix V GX family, designed for high-performance networking and communications applications. The '5N' suffix indicates a specific density tier within the GX series, offering a balance between logic resources and high-speed serial connectivity capabilities for demanding digital designs.

Replacement Considerations

Direct substitutes may include other devices within the Stratix V GX family with matching or higher resource counts. Verify pin-to-pin compatibility if replacing in an existing footprint. Consult official migration guides for architectural differences between generations.