5SGXMA5N1F40I2G

Overview

The Altera 5SGXMA5N1F40I2G is a Stratix V GX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) designed for high-performance digital signal processing and networking applications. It features 490,000 logic elements and 185,000 Adaptive Logic Modules (ALMs). The device integrates 37 Mbit of embedded memory and provides 696 I/Os. It includes 36 transceivers capable of data rates up to 14.1 Gb/s. Operating at a core voltage of 900 mV, it supports an industrial temperature range from -40°C to +85°C. The component is housed in a 1517-ball FCBGA package.

Feature Summary

• High-density logic architecture with significant embedded memory capacity
• Multi-gigabit transceiver technology supporting high-speed serial interfaces
• Industrial-grade thermal performance for demanding environments

Applications

• Telecommunications infrastructure equipment
• Data center interconnect solutions
• Advanced test and measurement instruments

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix codes against official datasheets to confirm temperature grade and package variations. Confirm end-of-life status or obsolescence notices prior to design finalization. Ensure supply chain sources provide valid traceability documentation for critical deployments.

Selection Notes

Compare total logic resources and transceiver counts against alternative Stratix V variants to ensure optimal cost-performance balance. Validate pin compatibility if migrating from previous generation devices. Review power consumption estimates under maximum load conditions during system planning.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Stratix V GX family, which emphasizes high-speed serial connectivity. It serves as a successor to earlier Stratix IV architectures, offering improved transceiver density and logic efficiency within comparable form factors for scalable system designs.

Replacement Considerations

Direct pin-compatible replacements may include other 5SGXMA5 series variants with different suffixes. Cross-family migration to Agilex devices requires significant redesign due to architectural differences.