5SGXMA5N2F40I3LN

Overview

The Altera 5SGXMA5N2F40I3LN is a Stratix V GX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) belonging to the 5SGXA5 device family. It features 185,000 Adaptive Logic Modules (ALMs), 18,500 Logic Array Blocks (LABs), and 696 I/O pins housed in a 1517-ball FCBGA package. The device integrates 37 Mbit of embedded memory with a total capacity of 50.65 Mbit. It supports data rates up to 14.1 Gb/s across 24 transceivers. Operating voltage is specified at 900 mV, with an industrial temperature range of -40°C to +85°C.

Feature Summary

• High-density logic architecture utilizing Adaptive Logic Modules for efficient resource utilization
• Integrated high-speed serial transceivers supporting multi-gigabit data transmission
• Substantial on-chip embedded memory blocks for complex data buffering and processing

Applications

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

Procurement Notes

Verify component authenticity through authorized channels due to discontinued status. Confirm moisture sensitivity level handling requirements during storage and assembly. Ensure compatibility with legacy design tools and verify pinout integrity against original specifications before integration into new hardware platforms.

Selection Notes

Compare against equivalent Stratix V GX variants based on specific ALM counts and transceiver availability. Evaluate thermal management solutions suitable for the 1517-ball FCBGA footprint. Assess power supply stability requirements for the 900 mV core voltage domain to ensure reliable operation within the specified industrial temperature range.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Stratix V GX series, designed for high-speed serial communication applications. It represents a mature generation of FPGA technology from Altera, now part of Intel, offering robust performance for signal processing and protocol conversion tasks in demanding environments.

Replacement Considerations

Direct substitutes include other 5SGXA5 family members such as 5SGXMA5H2F35I3N or 5SGXEA5N2F40C3G, depending on required I/O count and package size. Verify functional equivalence regarding transceiver count and memory capacity when selecting alternative devices.