5SGXEA7N2F40I3L

Overview

The Altera 5SGXEA7N2F40I3L is a Stratix V GX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) belonging to the 5SGXA7 device family. 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 696 I/Os. It integrates 36 high-speed transceivers capable of data rates up to 14.1 Gb/s. Operating at a core voltage of 850 mV, it functions within a temperature range of -40°C to +85°C. The component is housed in a 1517-ball FCBGA package.

Feature Summary

• High-density programmable logic fabric with extensive embedded memory resources for complex digital signal processing and control applications.
• Integrated high-speed serial transceivers supporting multi-gigabit data transmission for advanced communication interfaces.
• Robust I/O architecture providing flexible pin configurations for diverse system interconnect requirements.

Applications

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

Procurement Notes

Verify component authenticity through authorized channels due to potential availability constraints. Confirm RoHS compliance status and moisture sensitivity level handling requirements prior to assembly. Review official datasheets for specific pinout definitions and power sequencing guidelines to ensure correct integration into target designs.

Selection Notes

Compare against other Stratix V GX variants based on required logic density, transceiver count, and I/O capacity. Ensure the selected package size accommodates board space constraints while meeting thermal dissipation needs. Validate that the chosen device speed grade aligns with timing closure requirements for the intended application frequency.

Part Context

This part belongs to the Altera Stratix V GX series, designed for high-performance gigabit communications. The '5SGX' prefix indicates the Stratix V GX family, while 'EA7' denotes the specific logic density tier within that generation. The suffix 'I3L' specifies the industrial temperature range and package type configuration.

Replacement Considerations

Direct replacements are limited as this component is end-of-life. Evaluate Agilex or Stratix 10 families for modern equivalents, noting significant architectural differences. Cross-reference pinouts and performance metrics carefully when considering alternative FPGA vendors or newer generations from Intel/Altera.