EP4SGX530KH40I4N

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The Altera EP4SGX530KH40I4N is a Stratix IV GX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) designed for high-density logic and high-speed serial communications. It features 531,200 Logic Elements (LEs), 212,480 Adaptive Logic Modules (ALMs), and 21,248 Logic Array Blocks (LABs). The device integrates 26.73 Mbits of embedded memory and supports data rates from 600 Mb/s to 8.5 Gb/s via its transceivers. Operating at a core voltage of 900 mV, it is housed in a 1932-pin FBGA package suitable for surface-mount applications.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• High-density architecture with 531,200 LEs and 26.73 Mbits of embedded memory
• Supports high-speed serial interfaces with data rates up to 8.5 Gb/s
• Industrial temperature range operation from -40°C to +85°C
• Integrated 48 high-performance transceivers for complex connectivity

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• Telecommunications infrastructure equipment
• Broadcast video processing systems
• Test and measurement instrumentation
• Medical imaging devices
• Military avionics and radar systems

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify component authenticity through authorized channels due to the device's specialized nature. Confirm that the specific suffix 'I4N' corresponds to the industrial temperature grade (-40°C to +85°C) and the 1932-pin FBGA package. Ensure compatibility with existing PCB layouts and power delivery networks designed for 900 mV core voltage requirements before procurement.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this model when requiring over half a million logic elements combined with extensive serial I/O capabilities. Compare against the EP4SE530 series if lower cost or different pinout configurations are acceptable, noting that the SE series lacks the dedicated high-speed GX transceivers. Verify that the 1932-pin FBGA footprint fits within the mechanical constraints of the target enclosure.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This component belongs to the Stratix IV GX family, which was positioned as offering the industry's highest density transceiver FPGAs at the time of release. It serves as a successor to earlier Stratix generations, providing significant improvements in logic density and serial interface performance for demanding digital signal processing and networking tasks.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

Direct replacements may be limited due to the end-of-life status of many Stratix IV variants. Consider the EP4SGX530KF45I4 or similar variants within the same family for pin-compatible upgrades, ensuring that the specific package size and thermal characteristics match the original design intent.