5SGXMA5K3F40I3G

Overview

The Altera 5SGXMA5K3F40I3G 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 data rates up to 14.1 Gb/s via its integrated transceivers. It operates within a junction temperature range of -40°C to 100°C and utilizes a 1517-ball FCBGA package.

Feature Summary

• High-density programmable logic architecture with extensive adaptive logic modules for complex design implementation.
• Integrated high-speed serial transceivers supporting multi-gigabit data transmission rates for advanced communication protocols.
• Substantial on-chip embedded memory capacity to reduce external memory dependencies and improve system latency.

Applications

• High-speed telecommunications infrastructure equipment
• Digital signal processing systems requiring large computational throughput
• Network switching and routing hardware

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix against the manufacturer's current datasheet to ensure compatibility with required environmental ratings and package variants. Confirm RoHS compliance status and moisture sensitivity level requirements prior to integration into the supply chain to avoid handling issues during assembly.

Selection Notes

Compare the 5SGXMA5K3F40I3G against other Stratix V GX devices based on logic element count and transceiver availability. Ensure the selected package size accommodates the necessary I/O pin count for the target board layout. Evaluate power consumption profiles against thermal management capabilities in the final enclosure design.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Stratix V GX family, which targets demanding performance applications. It sits alongside other variants in the 5SGX series, differentiated primarily by logic density and memory resources while sharing common architectural features and interface capabilities.

Replacement Considerations

Direct substitutes within the same family include the 5SGXMA7K3F40I3LG and 5SGXEA3K3F40I3G. Verify pin-to-pin compatibility and resource sufficiency before swapping components to ensure design integrity without major schematic modifications.