EP4SGX180DF29C2X

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The Altera EP4SGX180DF29C2X is a Stratix IV GX Field Programmable Gate Array featuring 175,750 logic elements and 70,300 adaptive logic modules. It integrates 13.31 Mbit of embedded memory and supports up to 372 I/Os within a 780-pin FBGA package. The device operates at a maximum frequency of 600 MHz with a core voltage of 900 mV. It includes eight transceivers capable of data rates from 600 Mb/s to 8.5 Gb/s. The component is rated for commercial temperature ranges (0°C to +70°C) and has reached end-of-life status.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• Stratix IV GX architecture with 175,750 LEs and 70,300 ALMs
• Integrated 13.31 Mbit embedded memory for high-performance processing
• Eight high-speed transceivers supporting up to 8.5 Gb/s data rates
• 372 I/Os in a 780-pin FBGA package for dense interconnectivity

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• High-definition television (HDTV) video compression systems
• Variable block size motion estimation hardware implementation
• Parallel and pipeline timing architectures for signal processing

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

This component is officially listed as discontinued by the manufacturer. Availability is limited to existing stock or secondary market sources. Verification of RoHS compliance and moisture sensitivity levels is required before integration into new designs due to the end-of-life status.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Designers should consider the 780-pin FBGA footprint and 900 mV core voltage requirements when selecting this part. The device supports up to 8.5 Gb/s transceiver speeds, suitable for high-bandwidth applications. Ensure thermal management aligns with the 0°C to +70°C operating range specified for this variant.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

The EP4SGX180DF29C2X belongs to the Stratix IV GX family, designed for high-performance digital signal processing and communications. It shares architectural similarities with other EP4SGX variants but differs in pin count and I/O capacity. This specific model targets applications requiring significant logic density and moderate transceiver counts.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

As a discontinued product, direct replacements may not be available. Engineers should evaluate newer Altera families such as Arria or Cyclone series for functional equivalents, considering differences in logic density, transceiver capabilities, and packaging constraints.