EP2AGX45DF25C6G

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The Altera EP2AGX45DF25C6G is a Field Programmable Gate Array belonging to the Arria II GX device family. It features 42,959 Logic Elements and 18,050 Adaptive Logic Modules within 1,805 Logic Array Blocks. The component includes 3.35 Mbits of embedded memory and supports up to 252 I/O pins. It integrates eight transceivers capable of data rates up to 1.25 Gb/s. Operating temperatures range from 0°C to +85°C. The device is housed in a 572-pin FBGA package designed for surface mount technology.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• Integrates eight high-speed serial transceivers supporting 1.25 Gb/s data rates for serial communication applications.
• Provides extensive programmable logic resources through over 42,000 logic elements and adaptive logic modules.
• Includes substantial on-chip memory capacity totaling 3.35 Mbits for data buffering and storage.

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• High-throughput cryptographic hash function implementations such as SHA-1.
• PCI Express interface designs utilizing hard IP cores for system interconnects.
• General-purpose digital signal processing and custom logic circuit prototyping.

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix C6G against official datasheets to confirm temperature grade and performance binning. Confirm moisture sensitivity level handling requirements prior to assembly. Ensure compatibility with current Quartus software versions for design implementation. Check for any product change notices regarding packaging or labeling updates before finalizing orders.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this model when the application requires eight dedicated serial transceivers alongside moderate logic density. Compare total embedded memory needs against the 3.35 Mbit limit to avoid external memory dependencies. Evaluate pin count requirements against the 252 available I/Os. Consider the FBGA-572 package constraints for PCB layout and thermal management during the initial design phase.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This component is part of the Arria II GX family, which targets cost-sensitive high-performance applications. It shares architectural similarities with other devices in the series but offers distinct resource counts. The GX designation indicates the inclusion of general-purpose serial transceivers suitable for various serial protocols.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

EP2AGX45DF29C6G serves as a verified alternative within the same family. It provides identical logic resources and transceiver counts but utilizes a larger 780-pin package. Verify pinout compatibility and board space availability before substituting this larger footprint component.