A5EA008BB23BI6S

Overview

The Altera A5EA008BB23BI6S is an Agilex 5 E Series System on Chip (SoC) FPGA. It integrates an FPGA fabric with 85K logic elements and a dual-core ARM Cortex-A76 processor alongside a dual-core ARM Cortex-A55 MPCore, both featuring CoreSight debug interfaces. The device operates at clock speeds of 1.5GHz for the A55 cores and 1.8GHz for the A76 cores. It includes 512kB of RAM and provides 264 I/Os within an 839-VPBGA package measuring 23x23 mm. The component supports peripherals such as DDR, DMA, PCIe, and WDT, with operating temperatures ranging from 0°C to 100°C TJ.

Feature Summary

• Integrated SoC architecture combining 85K FPGA logic elements with dual-core ARM Cortex-A76 (1.8GHz) and dual-core ARM Cortex-A55 (1.5GHz) processors.
• Includes 512kB RAM and supports high-speed peripherals including DDR, DMA, PCIe, and Watchdog Timer (WDT).
• Provides 264 I/O connections via an 839-VPBGA (23x23 mm) package.
• Features CoreSight debug capabilities for both processor clusters.

Applications

• Industrial automation controllers requiring real-time processing and programmable logic.
• Telecommunications infrastructure equipment utilizing PCIe and Ethernet connectivity.
• Embedded systems needing combined CPU and FPGA acceleration capabilities.

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'I6S' against the manufacturer's current datasheet to confirm temperature grade and package details. Confirm moisture sensitivity level (MSL 3) handling requirements during assembly. Check for any pending Product Change Notifications (PCNs) related to labeling or material composition updates before finalizing procurement specifications.

Selection Notes

Select this part when an Agilex 5 E series device with 85K LEs and specific ARM Cortex-A76/A55 integration is required. Ensure the design accommodates the 839-VPBGA footprint and thermal constraints for the 0°C to 100°C operating range. Compare against other variants in the A5E008 family if different I/O counts or package sizes are needed.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Agilex 5 E series, which targets cost-sensitive embedded applications. It shares the same processor core configuration and base FPGA architecture with other members like the A5EA005 and A5EC008, differing primarily in logic element count and package options. The 'A5E008' designation indicates the specific size class within the Agilex 5 portfolio.

FAQ

What are the processor clock speeds for the A5EA008BB23BI6S?

The dual-core ARM Cortex-A55 MPCore operates at 1.5GHz, and the dual-core ARM Cortex-A76 operates at 1.8GHz.

Does this device include debug interfaces for the processors?

Yes, both the ARM Cortex-A55 and ARM Cortex-A76 clusters feature CoreSight debug interfaces.

What is the maximum junction temperature for operation?

The specified operating temperature range is 0°C to 100°C (TJ).