5SGXEA7N1F45C1N

Overview

The Altera 5SGXEA7N1F45C1N 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 and 234,720 Adaptive Logic Modules (ALMs). The device includes 50 Mbit of embedded memory and supports up to 840 I/Os. It integrates 48 transceivers capable of data rates up to 14.1 Gb/s. Operating at a core voltage of 0.9V, it is housed in a 1932-ball FCBGA package with an operating temperature range of 0°C to 85°C.

Feature Summary

• High-density logic fabric with over 600,000 logic elements for complex system integration
• Integrated high-speed serial transceivers supporting multi-gigabit data transmission
• Significant embedded memory capacity for on-chip buffering and storage

Applications

• High-speed telecommunications infrastructure equipment
• Advanced digital signal processing systems
• Enterprise networking switches and routers

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'N' against official Altera documentation to confirm the commercial temperature grade and package variant. Ensure compatibility with Quartus Prime software versions that support the Stratix V GX family. Confirm moisture sensitivity level handling requirements during assembly to prevent damage.

Selection Notes

Compare the 48-transceiver count and 14.1 Gb/s speed against application bandwidth needs. Evaluate the 50 Mbit embedded memory sufficiency for design constraints. Consider the 1932-ball package size for PCB layout limitations and thermal management requirements relative to alternative Stratix V models.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Stratix V GX family, which targets high-end applications requiring significant bandwidth and power efficiency. It shares architectural similarities with other 5SGXEA7 devices but differs in I/O count, transceiver quantity, and package type. The 'N' suffix typically denotes a specific commercial temperature and packaging configuration within this series.

Replacement Considerations

Direct substitutes include other 5SGXEA7 variants such as 5SGXEA7N1F45C2G or 5SGXEA7K1F35C1G, depending on required I/O and transceiver counts. Verify pin-to-pin compatibility and software configuration portability before substitution.