EP1SGX25DF1020C7

Overview

The Altera EP1SGX25DF1020C7 is a Stratix GX Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) housed in a 1020-ball FineLine BGA package. This device features 2,566 Logic Blocks and supports up to 607 user I/Os. It contains approximately 1.94 Mbits of embedded memory. The component operates within a supply voltage range of 1.425 V to 1.575 V and is rated for commercial temperature conditions from 0°C to 85°C. The Stratix GX family integrates high-speed transceivers and advanced logic resources designed for complex digital signal processing and communication applications.

Feature Summary

• Stratix GX architecture with 2,566 Logic Blocks
• 1020-ball FineLine BGA package supporting 607 I/Os
• Embedded memory capacity of approximately 1.94 Mbits
• Commercial temperature rating (0°C to 85°C)

Applications

• High-speed data acquisition systems
• Digital signal processing implementations
• Communication interface prototyping

Part Context

This component belongs to the Stratix GX family, an earlier generation of high-performance FPGAs from Altera. It serves as a predecessor to later families such as Stratix IV and V. The specific suffix 'C7' denotes the speed grade, indicating the timing performance characteristics relative to other variants in the same package and logic density.

Replacement Considerations

Direct pin-to-pin replacements are not available due to architectural differences between generations. Upgrades typically require migration to Stratix IV or Stratix V families, necessitating schematic and layout redesigns. Legacy support status should be verified through Intel/Altera lifecycle documentation.