EP4SGX70DF29I4

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The Altera EP4SGX70DF29I4 is a Stratix IV GX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) designed for high-performance digital logic applications. It features 72,600 Logic Elements (LEs), organized into 2,904 Adaptive Logic Modules (ALMs) and 2,904 Logic Array Blocks (LABs). The device integrates 7.2 Mbit of embedded memory and includes eight Gigabit Transceivers capable of data rates up to 8.5 Gb/s. Operating at a core voltage of 900 mV, it supports a maximum operating frequency of 600 MHz. The component is housed in a 780-pin FBGA package with a commercial temperature range of 0°C to +70°C.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• Contains 72,600 Logic Elements and 2,904 LABs for complex logic implementation
• Integrates 7.2 Mbit of on-chip embedded memory resources
• Equipped with eight Gigabit Transceivers supporting speeds from 600 Mb/s to 8.5 Gb/s
• Operates within a commercial temperature range of 0°C to +70°C

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• High-speed serial communication interfaces utilizing Gigabit Transceivers
• Digital signal processing systems requiring significant logic density
• Network infrastructure equipment and switching applications
• Industrial control systems operating in standard commercial environments

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'I4' against official manufacturer documentation to confirm the commercial temperature grade (0°C to +70°C) and lead-free status. Cross-reference the part number with current distributor listings, as availability may vary due to production lifecycle stages. Ensure compliance with RoHS directives by checking the specific manufacturing batch details provided by the supplier.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this model when a balance of moderate logic capacity (72k LEs) and high-speed serial connectivity is required. The eight transceivers make it suitable for point-to-point or multi-drop serial links. Compare against the EP4SGX70DF29C3N if an extended industrial temperature range (-40°C to +85°C) is necessary instead of the commercial range offered by the I4 variant.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This component belongs to the Stratix IV GX family, which targets high-performance networking and storage markets. It shares the same die and logic architecture as other EP4SGX70 variants but differs in thermal rating and packaging suffixes. The 'GX' designation specifically indicates the inclusion of high-speed Gigabit Transceiver blocks integrated within the FPGA fabric.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

Publicly confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided source material. Consider evaluating the EP4SGX70DF29C3N for identical electrical performance with an extended industrial temperature range, or the EP4SGX180DF29I4 for higher logic density within the same package.