5SGXEA7N2F40C2L

Overview

The Altera 5SGXEA7N2F40C2L is a Stratix V GX Field Programmable Gate Array featuring 622,000 logic elements and 234,720 adaptive logic modules. It includes 50 Mbit of embedded memory and supports up to 840 I/Os. The device operates at a supply voltage of 900 mV with a maximum data rate of 14.1 Gb/s across 48 transceivers. Packaged in an FBGA-1517 format, it functions within a temperature range of 0°C to +70°C.

Feature Summary

• Integrates high-density programmable logic fabric for complex digital processing tasks
• Supports high-speed serial communication through multiple integrated transceivers
• Provides substantial on-chip memory resources for data buffering and storage

Applications

• High-performance telecommunications infrastructure systems
• Enterprise networking equipment requiring high throughput
• Industrial automation control systems

Procurement Notes

This component is officially listed as obsolete and no longer manufactured by Altera. Procurement must focus on verifying the authenticity of existing stock from authorized distributors or secondary market suppliers. Buyers should request full traceability documentation and conduct rigorous functional testing upon receipt to ensure reliability, as availability is limited and condition varies significantly across sources.

Selection Notes

Engineers selecting this part should consider its legacy status within the Stratix V family when designing new systems. While the architecture offers robust performance, the lack of ongoing manufacturing support necessitates careful lifecycle planning. Alternative evaluation should include newer FPGA families that provide comparable logic density and transceiver speeds with improved long-term supply chain stability and updated development tool support.

Part Context

The 5SGXEA7N2F40C2L belongs to the Stratix V GX series, designed for applications demanding high bandwidth and low latency. This specific variant utilizes the 1517-ball package to deliver extensive I/O connectivity. As part of the broader Stratix portfolio, it represents a generation of FPGAs optimized for demanding signal processing and networking workloads before subsequent architectural advancements were introduced.

Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers include 5SGXEA7N2F40C2LG.