5SGXEA7N2F40C3N

Overview

The Altera 5SGXEA7N2F40C3N 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, 234,720 Adaptive Logic Modules (ALMs), and 23,472 Logic Array Blocks (LABs). The device integrates 50 Mbit of embedded memory and supports up to 600 I/O pins. It includes 48 transceivers capable of data rates up to 14.1 Gb/s. Operating at a core voltage of 900 mV, it functions within a commercial temperature range of 0°C to +70°C and is housed in a 1517-pin FBGA package.

Feature Summary

• High-density programmable logic architecture with extensive embedded memory resources
• Integrated high-speed serial transceivers supporting multi-gigabit data transmission
• Support for complex digital signal processing and networking protocol implementations

Applications

• Telecommunications infrastructure equipment
• High-speed data acquisition systems
• Network switching and routing hardware

Procurement Notes

Verify component authenticity through authorized channels due to potential availability constraints. Confirm RoHS compliance status and moisture sensitivity level prior to soldering. Ensure proper handling procedures are followed to prevent electrostatic discharge damage during installation and storage.

Selection Notes

Compare against the 5SGXEA7K3F40C2N variant which offers increased I/O count. Evaluate thermal management requirements given the high pin count and power density. Ensure design tools support the specific Stratix V GX family features and memory configurations required for the target application.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Stratix V GX series, targeting high-speed serial communication markets. It shares architectural similarities with other 5SGX devices but differs in I/O capacity and transceiver configuration. It serves as a successor to earlier Stratix generations while offering enhanced performance per watt.

Replacement Considerations

Direct substitutes may include the 5SGXEA7K3F40C2N or 5SGXEA7N2F40C1. Verify pin compatibility and resource allocation before substitution. Consider migration paths to newer Agilex families for long-term supply assurance.