EP4SGX70DF29I4N

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The Altera EP4SGX70DF29I4N is a Stratix IV GX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) manufactured using 40-nm technology. It features 72,600 Logic Elements and 2,904 Adaptive Logic Modules within a 780-pin FCBGA package. The device includes 7.2 Mbit of embedded memory and eight high-speed transceivers capable of data rates up to 8.5 Gb/s. It operates at a core voltage of 0.9V and supports an industrial temperature range from -40°C to +85°C. This component is designed for high-performance digital signal processing and networking applications requiring significant logic density and I/O flexibility.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• Stratix IV GX architecture with 72,600 Logic Elements and 2,904 LABs
• Eight Gigabit Transceiver Max channels supporting speeds up to 8.5 Gb/s
• 7.2 Mbit embedded memory blocks for efficient data buffering
• 372 available I/O pins in a 29x29 mm FCBGA-780 package

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• High-speed serial communication interfaces
• Digital signal processing systems
• Networking equipment and infrastructure
• Industrial automation controllers

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'I4N' against official Altera documentation to confirm industrial temperature rating (-40°C to +85°C) and RoHS compliance status. Cross-reference the datasheet for any recent product change notices or obsolescence announcements, as availability may be limited compared to newer generations.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this model when a balance of moderate logic capacity and high-speed serial connectivity is required. Ensure the design utilizes the 8 available transceivers efficiently. Compare against the EP4SGX180 series if higher logic density is needed, or the EP4SE series if transceivers are not required to reduce cost.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This part belongs to the Stratix IV GX family, which targets high-performance applications requiring robust serial connectivity. It sits below the larger EP4SGX360 and EP4SGX290 models in terms of logic resources but shares the same 40-nm process node and transceiver technology, offering a scalable solution within the portfolio.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

Direct pin-to-pin replacements are not publicly documented for this specific obsolete part number. Consider evaluating the Arria V or Cyclone V families for modern alternatives, though these require schematic and layout redesigns due to architectural differences.