EP4SGX360NF45C2

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The EP4SGX360NF45C2 is a Stratix IV GX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) manufactured by Altera. It features 14,144 Adaptive Logic Modules (ALMs), 353,600 logic elements, and 22.04 Mbit of embedded memory. The device includes 36 transceivers supporting data rates up to 12.5 Gbps. It utilizes a 40nm process technology and is housed in a 1932-pin FCBGA package with 920 I/Os. Operating voltage is 0.9V, with an industrial temperature range of 0°C to +85°C.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• High-density programmable logic architecture with extensive embedded memory resources for complex digital signal processing.
• Integrated high-speed serial transceivers enabling multi-gigabit communication protocols and interconnects.
• Advanced power management capabilities through dynamic voltage scaling and multiple power domains.

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• Telecommunications infrastructure equipment
• Radar and electronic warfare signal processing systems
• Medical imaging hardware platforms

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'C2' against official Intel/Altera documentation to confirm the exact speed grade and commercial temperature rating. Ensure compatibility with Quartus Prime software versions supporting the Stratix IV family. Check for RoHS compliance status as indicated in current datasheets. Confirm package availability and moisture sensitivity levels prior to ordering.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this component when designing systems requiring high-performance serial connectivity combined with substantial logic capacity. Compare against EP4SGX360NF45I4N for industrial temperature variants. Evaluate power consumption profiles against thermal constraints in dense PCB layouts. Consider legacy support requirements if migrating from older Stratix generations.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This part belongs to the Stratix IV GX series, targeting high-end applications demanding significant bandwidth and processing power. It represents a generation of FPGAs optimized for telecommunications and defense markets. The series bridges the gap between mid-range Cyclone devices and higher-tier Stratix V architectures.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

EP4SGX360NF45I4N offers similar specifications but with an extended industrial temperature range. Verify pinout and electrical parameter compatibility before substitution. Consult official cross-reference guides for functional equivalence confirmation.