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EP4SGX530NF45C4 - Stratix IV GX 531K LE FPGA, 920 I/O | Intel

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0.9 V Vdss 1932-ball Flip-Chip BGA (FC-FBGA), 42.5 x 42.5 mm Package 800 MHz Speed 28,033,024 (28 Mb) Memory
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EP4SGX530NF45C4 Descripción general

The Intel (formerly Altera) EP4SGX530NF45C4 is a high-density Stratix IV GX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) delivering 531,200 logic elements, 21,248 Logic Array Blocks (LABs), and 28,033,024 bits of embedded memory in a 1932-ball Flip-Chip BGA (FC-FBGA) package. Manufactured on a 40 nm process with a 0.9 V core supply, this transceiver-rich device integrates up to 920 user I/O pins and provides 800 MHz internal fabric performance, targeting high-throughput serial connectivity applications.

A Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) is a programmable logic device whose architecture combines configurable logic blocks (LABs/LEs), programmable interconnect, dedicated DSP blocks, on-chip memory, and (in GX variants) multi-gigabit transceivers. Stratix IV GX sits within Intel/Altera's high-end FPGA hierarchy as a 40 nm transceive-capable family: FPGA > programmable logic > SRAM-based configuration > Stratix IV > GX transceiver series. The architecture enables hardware-level parallelism for DSP, packet processing, and ASIC prototyping without sacrificing I/O density.

Key features of the EP4SGX530NF45C4 include 531,200 logic elements, 28 Mb embedded memory, integrated 8.5 Gbps multi-gigabit transceivers (Stratix IV GX family), 920 high-speed user I/O lanes, embedded DSP blocks for fixed/floating-point arithmetic, and hard PCIe Gen1/Gen2 IP cores. The -C4 speed grade balances timing margin and Fmax, while the NF45 (1932-ball, 42.5 x 42.5 mm) package maximizes I/O density for line-card and backplane designs.

Typical applications include 40G/100G optical transport line cards, high-speed serial protocol bridging (PCIe Gen2, Serial RapidIO, XAUI, SFI), ASIC prototyping, broadcast video processing, radar and signal-intelligence front-ends, and high-performance computing (HPC) fabric. Industrial and military-aerospace variants in the Stratix IV family deliver extended temperature ranges and ruggedized packaging.

When designing with this device, plan power integrity carefully - the FC-FBGA substrate demands a 12+ layer PCB with continuous ground and dedicated decoupling per transceiver bank. JTAG and active serial configuration via EPCS flash is recommended for production. Lead-free and RoHS compliant per Intel product declaration.

This page synthesizes distributor pricing, package-specific drop-in alternatives, and engineering trade-offs not found in the standalone datasheet, enabling faster sourcing and design-in decisions.

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Variantes de esta serie

Modelos de la misma serie compatibles directamente con EP4SGX530NF45C4 (mismo factor de forma y huella) — difiere en Package, Speed Grade, Process Technology, Operating Temperature, Embedded Memory.

Intel
Package: 1932-ball FCBGA (NF45) 42.5 x 42.5 mm
Process Technology: 40 nm
Operating Temperature: 0 C to 85 C (Commercial)
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Altera
Package: 1932-ball FCBGA (NF45, 45 mm, 1.0 mm pitch)
Speed Grade: -2
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Intel
Package: 1932-ball FBGA (FCBGA), 45 mm x 45 mm
Process Technology: 40 nm
Embedded Memory: 28,033,024 bits (approx. 27.2 Mbit / 3,423 Kbit per M9K block)
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Intel
Package: 1932-ball FC-FBGA (NF45), 42.5 x 42.5 mm
Speed Grade: 3
Process Technology: TSMC 40 nm
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Intel
Package: 1932-ball FCBGA
Speed Grade: C3 (commercial)
Embedded Memory: 27,840 Kbits
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Altera
Package: 1932-ball FC-FBGA (NF45)
Process Technology: 40 nm CMOS (TSMC)
Operating Temperature: 0 C to 85 C (commercial)
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Intel
Speed Grade: C4 (highest performance)
Process Technology: 40 nm
Operating Temperature: 0 C to 85 C (commercial)
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Intel
Package: 1932-ball FC-FBGA (NF45), 45 mm, 1.0 mm pitch
Speed Grade: I3
Process Technology: 40 nm
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Intel
Package: 1932-ball FC-FBGA (45 mm)
Speed Grade: I4 (highest performance, industrial)
Process Technology: 40 nm low-power CMOS
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Intel
Package: FC-FBGA (NF45) - Flip Chip Fine-pitch BGA
Speed Grade: I4
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EP4SGX530NF45C3N

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Altera
📦 1932-ball FC-FBGA (NF45)
Stratix IV GX · 531,200 · 21,248 · 212,480 (per FindIC summary) · 28,033,024 · 920 · 40 nm CMOS (TSMC) · 0.9 V

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$9850 / unidad

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EP4SGX530NF45C2N

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Altera
📦 1932-ball FC-FBGA (NF45)
Stratix IV GX · 531,200 · 212,480 · 28,033,024 · 920 · 21,248 · 24 · 8.5 Gbps

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$9450 / unidad

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EP4SGX530NF45I4N

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Intel
📦 1932-ball FC-FBGA (NF45)
Stratix IV GX · 531,200 · 212,480 CLBs / 21,248 LABs · 28,033,024 bits (28 Mb) · 920 · 1932 · FC-FBGA (NF45) - Flip Chip Fine-pitch BGA · 40 nm CMOS

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$11800 / unidad

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EP4SGX530NF45C3

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Intel
📦 1932-ball FC-FBGA (NF45)
Stratix IV GX · 531,200 · 21,248 · 21,248 · 27,440 Kbits (28,033,024 bits) · 1,288 (18x18 multipliers) · 920 · TSMC 40 nm

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$3450 / unidad

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EP4SGX530NF45C3G

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Intel
📦 1932-ball FC-FBGA (NF45)
Stratix IV GX · Intel (formerly Altera) · 531,200 · 27,840 Kbits · 1,024 · 920 · 24 · 8.5 Gbps

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$3655 / unidad

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EP4SGX530NF45C2NES

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Intel
📦 1932-ball FC-FBGA (NF45)
Stratix IV GX · 531,200 · 21,248 · 28,033,024 bits (approx. 27.2 Mbit / 3,423 Kbit per M9K block) · 920 · Multi-gigabit transceivers (up to 12.5 Gbps) · 0.87 V to 0.93 V

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$3950 / unidad

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EP4SGX530NF45C2

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Intel
📦 1932-ball FC-FBGA (NF45)
FPGA - Field Programmable Gate Array · Stratix IV GX · 531200 · 21248 · 28033024 (approx 27.4 Mbit) · 1024 · 920 · 21248

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$11650 / unidad

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EP4SGX530NF45C4 Valores máximos y características eléctricas

Device Family Stratix IV GX
Logic Elements 531,200
Logic Array Blocks (LABs) 21,248
Embedded Memory Bits 28,033,024 (28 Mb)
User I/O Count 920
Maximum Internal Frequency 800 MHz
Process Technology 40 nm CMOS
Core Supply Voltage 0.9 V
Encapsulado 1932-ball Flip-Chip BGA (FC-FBGA), 42.5 x 42.5 mm
Speed Grade C4
Temperatura de funcionamiento 0 C to +85 C (Commercial)
Tipo de montaje Surface Mount (FC-BGA)
Transceivers Multi-gigabit transceivers (GX family)
Estado RoHS Compliant

Guía de configuración de pines de EP4SGX530NF45C4 1932-ball flip-chip bga (fc-fbga), 42.5 x 42.5 mm

Configuración de pines para EP4SGX530NF45C4 (encapsulado 1932-ball flip-chip bga (fc-fbga), 42.5 x 42.5 mm). Este CI digital incluye GPIO, interfaces de comunicación (UART, SPI, I2C) y pines de alimentación. Consulte la hoja de datos del fabricante para conocer las funciones alternativas de los pines y las opciones de configuración. Esencial para el diseño de sistemas embebidos y el diseño de PCB.

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Aplicaciones típicas

EP4SGX530NF45C4 es adecuado para 6 aplicacións: 40G/100G Optical Transport Line Cards, PCIe Gen2 Endpoint and Switch Bridging, ASIC Prototyping and Emulation, Broadcast Video Processing and Routing, Radar and Signal-Intelligence Front-End, High-Performance Computing (HPC) Fabric Bridges.

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40G/100G Optical Transport Line Cards

The EP4SGX530NF45C4's 531,200 logic elements and 28 Mb embedded memory provide the parallel fabric needed for OTU4/100G framer, MAC, and forward-error-correction (FEC) logic. Its multi-gigabit transceivers reach 8.5 Gbps per lane, sufficient for SFI/SFP+ and CAUI-4 interfaces without external PHY chips. The 920 user I/O exposes wide external memory buses (DDR3/QDR-IV) for line-rate packet buffers. Recommended companion: external 100G Gearbox or optical module.

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PCIe Gen2 Endpoint and Switch Bridging

The Stratix IV GX hard IP cores for PCIe Gen1/Gen2 (x1/x4/x8) make the EP4SGX530NF45C4 ideal for PCIe-to-RapidIO or PCIe-to-Ethernet bridging ASICs. The 920 user I/O and abundant DSP blocks handle protocol translation, DMA engines, and scatter-gather logic in a single device. Recommended companion: external PCIe Gen2 PHY or switch.

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ASIC Prototyping and Emulation

With 531K logic elements, 21,248 LABs, and 28 Mb memory, the EP4SGX530NF45C4 emulates ASICs up to 50M ASIC gates when partitioned across multiple Stratix IV devices. The 920 user I/O and abundant transceivers let ASIC test vectors be applied at high speed. This makes it a preferred platform for ASIC bring-up, software development, and architectural validation prior to silicon tape-out.

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Broadcast Video Processing and Routing

The 28 Mb embedded memory and high fabric throughput allow the EP4SGX530NF45C4 to handle uncompressed 3G-SDI/HD-SDI routing, format conversion, and on-screen-display mixing in production switchers. The 920 user I/O connects to SDI deserializer/serializer PHYs and HDMI/DisplayPort bridges. Its commercial 0-85C grade suits air-cooled video router chassis.

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Radar and Signal-Intelligence Front-End

The Stratix IV GX transceivers and DSP blocks deliver the FIR/FFT throughput required for phased-array radar beamforming and wideband SIGINT capture. At 800 MHz fabric performance, the EP4SGX530NF45C4 implements channelizers, polyphase filters, and pulse-compression logic. The 1932-ball BGA enables dense PCB integration in 6U VPX and ATR chassis used in airborne platforms.

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High-Performance Computing (HPC) Fabric Bridges

The EP4SGX530NF45C4 serves as a low-latency bridge between InfiniBand QDR, 10/40G Ethernet, and proprietary HPC interconnects. The combination of high-speed transceivers, 920 user I/O, and 28 Mb memory fabric enables cut-through switching and credit-based flow control in HPC cluster fabrics. The commercial temperature grade is ideal for climate-controlled data centers.

What is the logic element count of EP4SGX530NF45C4?
The EP4SGX530NF45C4 contains 531,200 logic elements across 21,248 Logic Array Blocks, with 28 Mb of embedded memory. According to the Intel Stratix IV device handbook, this places the device at the top of the Stratix IV GX family density range, supporting high-throughput wireline DSP and ASIC prototyping workloads.
What package does EP4SGX530NF45C4 use?
The EP4SGX530NF45C4 uses a 1932-ball Flip-Chip BGA (FC-FBGA, package code NF45) measuring 42.5 x 42.5 mm. This high-density BGA exposes 920 user I/O and the Stratix IV GX multi-gigabit transceiver banks, requiring a 12+ layer PCB with controlled-impedance routing for production deployment.
Is EP4SGX530NF45C4 RoHS compliant?
Yes, the EP4SGX530NF45C4 is RoHS compliant per the Intel product declaration and is lead-free. The device is suitable for global commercial deployments where RoHS, REACH, and lead-free assembly are mandatory, though designers should still verify halogen-free status on a per-lot basis.
What is the operating temperature range of EP4SGX530NF45C4?
The EP4SGX530NF45C4 (commercial grade) operates from 0 C to +85 C junction temperature. For industrial or military-aerospace deployments, designers should select an -I (industrial, -40C to +100C) or -E (extended, -40C to +125C) variant of the same Stratix IV GX 530 device family.
How does EP4SGX530NF45C4 compare to EP4SGX230KF40C2N?
The EP4SGX530NF45C4 offers roughly 2.3x more logic elements (531K vs ~230K) and significantly higher I/O count (920 vs 372 typical), but uses the larger NF45 FC-FBGA package. The EP4SGX230KF40C2N fits smaller boards with KF40 (780-ball) BGA, trading capacity for PCB area. Both are Stratix IV GX transceive-capable parts.
What is the current price of EP4SGX530NF45C4?
As of 2026-09-10, the EP4SGX530NF45C4 unit price at qty-1 is approximately $9,058.01 USD based on Heisener distributor listing. Bulk pricing at qty-1000 is around $5,434.81. Stock at one distributor is approximately 2,064 pieces; lead times for industrial volumes should be confirmed directly with authorized Intel/Altera channels.
Where can I download the EP4SGX530NF45C4 datasheet?
The official Intel Stratix IV device handbook is hosted at the Intel FPGA documentation library (intel.com/content/dam/www/programmable/us/en/pdfs/literature/hb/stratix-iv/stratix4_handbook.pdf). Pinout, package mechanical drawings, and transceiver characteristics are documented in the Stratix IV GX family datasheet volume.
Is EP4SGX530NF45C4 in stock at distributors?
As of 2026-09-10, Heisener.com lists approximately in stock, and DigiKey stocks the part with 'ships today' availability. Because this is a high-end FGPA in an EOL/NRND lifecycle, lead times for higher volumes can be variable; check Octopart for real-time aggregated stock across 13 distributors.
What is the best drop-in replacement for EP4SGX530NF45C4?
The closest drop-in alternatives are same-package Stratix IV GX variants: EP4SGX530NF45C3N (speed grade -C3, otherwise identical), EP4SGX530NF45C2N (speed grade -C2), and EP4SGX530NF45I4N (industrial temperature grade, same NF45 BGA). All share the NF45 FC-FBGA footprint, enabling PCB reuse with minor Quartus timing re-fit.
What are the key specifications of EP4SGX530NF45C4 that engineers should know?
EP4SGX530NF45C4 key specifications: 531,200 logic elements, 21,248 LABs, 28 Mb embedded memory, 920 user I/O, 40 nm process, 0.9 V core, 800 MHz internal fabric, integrated multi-gigabit transceivers (GX family, up to 8.5 Gbps), 1932-ball FC-BGA package, 0C to +85C commercial temperature, and -C4 speed grade. Source: Intel Stratix IV handbook.
Can EP4SGX530NF45C4N replace EP4SGX530NF45C4?
Yes, the EP4SGX530NF45C4N is a near-identical variant of the EP4SGX530NF45C4 with the 'N' suffix typically denoting lead-free or updated revision per Intel ordering codes. Both share the same NF45 FC-FBGA package, 531K logic elements, 920 user I/O, and Stratix IV GX transceiver set, making them functionally drop-in compatible on the same PCB.
EP4SGX530NF45C4 vs EP4SGX110FF35C3G - which is better for high-throughput design?
The EP4SGX530NF45C4 is significantly more capable than the EP4SGX110FF35C3G: 531K vs ~105K logic elements, 920 vs ~430 user I/O, and Stratix IV GX with full transceiver bank support. For designs exceeding 200K logic elements, 40G/100G line-card bridging, or large ASIC prototyping, choose the EP4SGX530NF45C4; for cost-sensitive mid-density tasks the EP4SGX110FF35C3G suffices.
When should I choose EP4SGX530NF45C4 over a smaller Stratix IV variant?
Choose the EP4SGX530NF45C4 when your design requires more than 200K logic elements, 28 Mb+ of on-chip memory, or the maximum Stratix IV GX transceiver count. For sub-100K LE designs or cost-optimized boards, an EP4SGX230 or EP4SGX110 variant with a smaller BGA (KF40/FF35/DF29) gives the same GX transceivers at lower unit cost and simpler PCB fabrication.
Is EP4SGX530NF45C4 suitable for aerospace applications?
The EP4SGX530NF45C4 commercial variant (0C to +85C) is not qualified for aerospace deployment; Intel offers military-temperature Stratix IV GX variants with -M temperature grades and ruggedized packaging. For aerospace, contact Intel FPGA aerospace program for V/QML or ceramic-Hermetic equivalents. Source: Intel Stratix IV product lifecycle note.

Datos de referencia de ingeniería para EP4SGX530NF45C4 — comparación, orientación de diseño e información de cumplimiento.

Guía de selección

Choose EP4SGX530NF45C4 when your design requires 200K+ logic elements, 28 Mb+ embedded memory, and full Stratix IV GX transceiver bank count in a single device. For 40G/100G line cards, ASIC prototyping above 30M ASIC gates, or radar/SIGINT front-ends where density matters most, this is the right part. For sub-100K LE designs, consider EP4SGX230KF40 or EP4SGX110FF35 with smaller BGA packages (lower cost, simpler PCB). For military/aerospace deployment, specify EP4SGX530NF45I4N (industrial) or contact Intel FPGA aerospace for -M/ML-qualified equivalents. Avoid the -C2 speed grade unless power is the primary constraint, since Quartus timing closure becomes significantly harder at -C2.

Comparación con alternativas

Parámetro Este producto EP4SGX530NF45C3N EP4SGX530NF45C2N EP4SGX530NF45I4N EP4SGX530NF45C3G
Brand Intel Intel Intel Intel Intel
Package 1932-ball FC-FBGA (NF45) 1932-ball FC-FBGA (NF45) - same 1932-ball FC-FBGA (NF45) - same 1932-ball FC-FBGA (NF45) - same 1932-ball FC-FBGA (NF45) - same
Logic Elements 531,200 531,200 531,200 531,200 531,200
Speed Grade C4 C3 C2 I4 C3
Operating Temperature 0C to +85C (Commercial) 0C to +85C (Commercial) 0C to +85C (Commercial) -40C to +100C (Industrial) 0C to +85C (Commercial)
Embedded Memory 28 Mb (28,033,024 bits) 28 Mb 28 Mb 28 Mb 28 Mb
User I/O 920 920 920 920 920
RoHS Compliant Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Diferenciadores clave

  • Highest-density Stratix IV GX with maximum I/O and transceiver count (frente a EP4SGX230KF40C2N)
  • Same NF45 BGA pinout across speed grades - true drop-in scalability (frente a EP4SGX530NF45C3N)
  • Industrial temperature variant exists in same package (frente a EP4SGX530NF45I4N)

Notas de diseño

Estimated: At a typical Stratix IV GX 530 power envelope of 25-30W, the FC-FBGA NF45 package requires a high-performance thermal interface material (TIM) and a heatsink with at least 0.5 C/W thermal resistance. Input values used: 25W TDP, 70C max ambient. For closed-chassis deployments (40G line cards), forced-air cooling at 2-3 m/s is recommended; for outdoor or industrial variants, choose the EP4SGX530NF45I4N and derate at 70% max ambient.

Design a 12+ layer PCB with continuous ground planes beneath the BGA, dedicated transceiver power islands, and 100-ohm differential controlled impedance for all transceiver lanes. Decoupling: 1x 470uF bulk + 10x 22uF + 100x 100nF + 1000x 10nF distributed within the BGA footprint. Source: Intel Stratix IV GX PCB design guidelines.

Do not hot-swap configuration modes without resetting the device; use AS (active serial) mode with EPCS flash for production, JTAG for development. Transceiver reference clocks require dedicated low-jitter PLLs; sharing clocks between banks can degrade jitter margin below 8.5 Gbps compliance. Always validate timing closure in Quartus II before tape-out; -C4 timing models are conservative.

Información de cumplimiento

RoHS
Compliant
REACH
Compliant
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
Libre de plomo
Yes
Libre de halógenos
Unknown
Minerales en conflicto
Compliant

RoHS compliant per Intel product declaration. AEC-Q100 is not applicable for FPGAs; automotive-grade variants do not exist for this part. Halogen-free status not explicitly stated in provided data.

Datos verificados el: 2026-09-10 — datos verificados y seleccionados por el equipo de ingeniería de componentes de XAIPART

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