5SGXEA7K2F40C2LG

Overview

The Altera 5SGXEA7K2F40C2LG is a Stratix V GX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) featuring 622,000 logic elements and 234,720 Adaptive Logic Modules. It includes 50 Mbit of embedded memory and supports up to 14.1 Gb/s data rates across 36 transceivers. The device operates with a supply voltage of 850 mV and offers 696 I/Os in a 1517-pin FBGA package. Designed for high-performance applications, it supports temperatures from -40°C to +85°C.

Feature Summary

• High-density programmable logic architecture with extensive embedded memory resources
• Integrated high-speed serial transceivers supporting multi-gigabit data transmission
• Robust thermal design enabling operation across extended industrial temperature ranges

Applications

• High-speed telecommunications infrastructure equipment
• Enterprise networking switches and routers
• Industrial automation control systems

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix codes against official datasheets to confirm environmental ratings and packaging details. Confirm current lifecycle status as some variants may be discontinued. Ensure compatibility with required development tools before procurement.

Selection Notes

Compare total logic capacity and transceiver counts against system requirements. Evaluate power consumption profiles at target clock speeds. Verify pinout compatibility if replacing existing designs. Check availability of necessary configuration memory devices.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Stratix V GX family, optimized for high-speed serial communications. It shares architectural similarities with other Stratix V devices but offers specific resource configurations tailored for bandwidth-intensive applications requiring robust signal integrity.

Replacement Considerations

Direct substitutes include other Stratix V GX variants such as 5SGXEA3K2F40C3N or 5SGXEA7K2F40I2LN, subject to availability and specific performance tier requirements. Pin-to-pin compatibility must be verified.