5SGXEA7N1F40C2LG

Overview

The Altera 5SGXEA7N1F40C2LG is a Stratix V GX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) designed for high-performance digital signal processing and networking applications. It features 622,000 logic elements organized into 23,472 Adaptive Logic Modules (ALMs) and 23,472 Logic Array Blocks (LABs). The device integrates 50 Mbits of embedded memory with a total capacity of 57.16 Mbits. It includes 48 transceivers capable of data rates up to 14.1 Gb/s. Operating at a core voltage of 900 mV, it supports 696 I/Os within an FBGA-1517 package suitable for surface mount installation.

Feature Summary

• High-density programmable logic fabric utilizing Adaptive Logic Modules for efficient resource utilization
• Integrated high-speed serial transceivers supporting multi-gigabit data transmission rates
• Substantial on-chip memory resources for buffering and data storage requirements
• Support for extensive input/output configurations via flexible I/O standards

Applications

• High-speed telecommunications infrastructure equipment
• Digital signal processing systems requiring parallel computation
• Network switching and routing hardware
• Industrial automation control systems

Procurement Notes

Verify component authenticity through authorized distributors or direct manufacturer channels due to potential availability constraints. Confirm RoHS compliance status and moisture sensitivity level handling requirements prior to assembly. Review latest product change notifications for any design or labeling updates that may affect integration timelines or regulatory adherence in final deployments.

Selection Notes

Compare against other Stratix V variants based on specific I/O count and transceiver requirements. Ensure the FBGA-1517 package dimensions align with PCB layout constraints. Evaluate thermal management needs given the power consumption characteristics of the 900 mV core voltage operation. Verify software toolchain compatibility with Quartus Prime versions for optimal development workflow.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Altera Stratix V GX family, which targets gigabit networking and DSP-intensive applications. The 'GX' designation indicates optimized high-speed transceiver capabilities. The part number suffixes denote specific package types, temperature ranges, and industrial grading levels defined by Altera's naming convention for this generation of programmable logic devices.

Replacement Considerations

Direct pin-to-pin replacements are limited within the same family. Consider the 5SGXEA7K3F40C2N for similar logic density but different I/O counts. Cross-family migration to Agilex series requires significant redesign. Verify functional equivalence of transceiver speeds and memory capacities when evaluating alternative part numbers.