EP1SGX40DF1020C5N - Stratix GX FPGA 41,250 LEs | Altera / Intel
Référence : EP1SGX40DF1020C5N ✗ Fin de vie| Qté | Prix unitaire | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $285 | $285,00 |
| 10 | $268 | $2 680,00 |
| 100 | $245 | $24 500,00 |
| 500 | $225 | $112 500,00 |
| 1 000 | $210 | $210 000,00 |
EP1SGX40DF1020C5N Présentation
An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a programmable logic device from the broader semiconductor category that lets engineers implement arbitrary digital logic after PCB assembly. FPGAs sit at the same hierarchy level as microcontrollers and DSPs but offer higher logic density, parallel datapaths, and dedicated hard IP blocks such as transceivers, memory controllers, and DSP multipliers. The Stratix family is positioned at the high-performance end of the Altera/Intel portfolio, with Stratix GX adding embedded serial transceivers for protocols like PCI Express, RapidIO, SerialLite, and custom serial interfaces.
Key features of the EP1SGX40DF1020C5N include 624 user I/O pins, embedded transceiver blocks capable of multi-gigabit operation, on-chip RAM up to 3,423,744 bits, DSP blocks for fixed- and floating-point acceleration, and a configurable Logic Array Block (LAB) architecture. The 'C5' speed grade and 'N' suffix denote the commercial temperature range (0C to 85C) and lead-free / RoHS-compliant packaging. The 33 x 33 mm FC-FBGA with 1 mm ball pitch is one of the largest Stratix GX packages, enabling maximum logic density and pin count.
This part is designed for applications requiring both high logic capacity and high-speed serial I/O, including telecom line cards, serial RapidIO backplanes, and PCI Express endpoint/root-complex designs. Its commercial temperature grade suits indoor communications, video processing, and test equipment rather than automotive or industrial extended-temperature deployments.
A key design consideration is PCB complexity: the 1020-ball FC-FBGA requires multilayer PCB fabrication, controlled-impedance routing for the serial links, and careful power-rail decoupling across multiple supply domains (VCCINT, VCCIO, VCCA, VCCP, transceiver supplies). Engineers migrating to this part should plan for Stratix GX configuration scheme (EPCS or JTAG), Quartus II software support, and thermal analysis because a populated FPGA at full utilization can dissipate tens of watts.
This page consolidates datasheet citations, drop-in family alternatives, and design guidance beyond the manufacturer datasheet to accelerate Stratix GX design-in and obsolescence planning.
A migration note: the Stratix GX family is now mature legacy, with Altera/Intel steering new designs toward Stratix IV/V and Cyclone 10 families. EP1SGX40DF1020C5N is well supported by last-time-buy and authorized-stock channels but engineers should plan replacement parts for new designs.
Alternatives de remplacement direct pour EP1SGX40DF1020C5N — même boîtier, compatible broche à broche. Les références à boîtier différent nécessitant une retouche du PCB sont exclues.
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Voir la fiche technique →EP1SGX40DF1020C5N Valeurs maximales et caractéristiques électriques
| Series | Stratix GX |
| Logic Elements | 41,250 |
| Number of LABs/CLBs | 4,125 |
| Total Memory Bits | 3,423,744 |
| Number of I/O | 624 |
| Boîtier | 1020-BBGA (FC-FBGA), 33 x 33 mm, 1 mm pitch |
| Type de montage | Surface Mount |
| Process Technology | 130 nm CMOS |
| Core Supply Voltage | 1.5 V |
| Température de fonctionnement | 0C to 85C (Commercial) |
| Speed Grade | C5 |
| Logic Family | CMOS |
| Programmable Type | In-System Programmable |
| Transceivers | Embedded multi-gigabit serial transceivers |
| Configuration | JTAG / EPCS serial |
| Statut RoHS | Compliant (lead-free) |
Guide de configuration des broches du EP1SGX40DF1020C5N 1020-bbga (fc-fbga), 33 x 33 mm, 1 mm pitch
Configuration des broches du EP1SGX40DF1020C5N (boîtier 1020-bbga (fc-fbga), 33 x 33 mm, 1 mm pitch). Ce circuit intégré numérique comprend des GPIO, des interfaces de communication (UART, SPI, I2C) et des broches d'alimentation. Consultez la fiche technique du fabricant pour les fonctions alternatives des broches et les options de configuration. Indispensable pour la conception de systèmes embarqués et la conception de circuits imprimés.
Aucune donnée de brochage détaillée disponible pour EP1SGX40DF1020C5N.
Consultez la fiche technique pour la configuration complète des broches.
Applications typiques
EP1SGX40DF1020C5N convient pour 6 applications: Telecom Line Card Processing, PCI Express Endpoint and Root Complex, Serial RapidIO Backplane Bridge, High-Definition Video Processing, Software Defined Radio and DSP, Test and Measurement Instrumentation.
Telecom Line Card Processing
The EP1SGX40DF1020C5N's 41,250 logic elements and embedded multi-gigabit transceivers make it well suited for telecom line card signal processing. Its 4,125 LABs and 3,423,744 memory bits support complex packet classification, traffic management, and framer logic at line rate, while the 624 user I/Os interface with external PHY devices and backplane SERDES. The C5 commercial speed grade delivers deterministic timing closure across the design. Pin-compatible family members such as EP1SGX25DF1020C5N allow capacity scaling without PCB rework.
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PCI Express Endpoint and Root Complex
The Stratix GX embedded transceivers natively support PCI Express, enabling EP1SGX40DF1020C5N designs for PCIe x4 or x8 endpoints and root complexes. The dedicated hard IP blocks deliver 8b/10b encoding, clock data recovery, and PCIe protocol layers without consuming logic resources, leaving the 41,250 LEs for application logic and DMA engines. This is ideal for high-throughput host adapters, embedded servers, and FPGA-based accelerators. Quartus II IP library provides pre-verified PCIe cores.
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Serial RapidIO Backplane Bridge
RapidIO interconnect for embedded systems is well served by EP1SGX40DF1020C5N, which integrates multi-gigabit transceivers and high logic density for protocol bridging. Designs using this FPGA can implement 1x or 4x Serial RapidIO links to backplane or DSP farms, with on-chip DSP blocks handling real-time packet manipulation. The 1020-pin FC-FBGA provides dedicated transceiver balls, simplifying board layout for impedance-controlled serial links. Pin-compatible alternatives like EP1SGX40CF1020I5N target industrial temperature backplane cards.
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High-Definition Video Processing
Broadcast and video processing equipment leverage EP1SGX40DF1020C5N's parallel datapaths and 3.4 Mbit embedded RAM for HD-SDI, DVB-ASI, or HDMI-based designs. The 4,125 LABs enable multi-channel video pipelines, while DSP blocks accelerate chroma resampling and deinterlacing. The 624 user I/Os support parallel RGB, BT.1120, or memory interfaces to DDR SDRAM for frame buffers. Designers should plan power sequencing for the multi-rail FPGA supply during PCB bring-up to avoid latch-up.
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Software Defined Radio and DSP
Software Defined Radio platforms benefit from EP1SGX40DF1020C5N's combination of logic density, DSP blocks, and multi-gigabit transceivers for ADC/DAC interfacing. The 41,250 LEs and embedded multipliers can implement digital down-conversion, channelization, and modulation/demodulation for wideband receivers. Transceivers connect directly to high-speed ADC/DAC serial LVDS links. The Stratix GX architecture supports sample rates up to hundreds of MSPS in real time, making this FPGA a strong choice for SDR prototyping and base-station processing.
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Test and Measurement Instrumentation
Test and measurement equipment such as logic analyzers, protocol analyzers, and bit-error-rate testers use EP1SGX40DF1020C5N for deep capture buffers and real-time pattern matching. The 3.4 Mbit embedded RAM stores trace data, while the 624 I/Os fan out to high-speed probe channels. The embedded transceivers enable 10 Gbps-capable protocol testing for USB 3.0, SATA, and SAS. Commercial temperature range suits laboratory and factory test environments where thermal management can be designed in. Quartus II allows in-system reconfiguration for different test scenarios.
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Comparaison avec les alternatives
| Paramètre | Ce produit | EP1SGX40DF1020C5 | EP1SGX40DF1020C5ES | EP1SGX40CF1020I5 | EP1SGX25DF1020C5N | EP1SGX40DF1020C |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Intel (formerly Altera) | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel |
| Package | 1020-BBGA FC-FBGA 33x33mm | 1020-BBGA FC-FBGA - same | 1020-BBGA FC-FBGA - same | 1020-BBGA FC-FBGA - same | 1020-BBGA FC-FBGA - same | 1020-BBGA FC-FBGA - same |
| Logic Elements | 41,250 | 41,250 | 41,250 | 41,250 | 25,560 | 41,250 |
| Number of LABs/CLBs | 4,125 | 4,125 | 4,125 | 4,125 | 2,556 | 4,125 |
| Total Memory Bits | 3,423,744 | 3,423,744 | 3,423,744 | 3,423,744 | 1,944,576 | 3,423,744 |
| User I/O Pins | 624 | 624 | 624 | 624 | 624 | 624 |
| Operating Temperature | 0C to +85C (Commercial) | 0C to +85C (Commercial) | 0C to +85C (Commercial) | -40C to +100C (Industrial) | 0C to +85C (Commercial) | 0C to +85C (Commercial) |
| Speed Grade | C5 | C5 | C5 (ES) | I5 (Industrial) | C5 | C (unspecified) |
Principaux différenciateurs
- Highest-density Stratix GX with 41,250 logic elements in DF1020 package (vs EP1SGX25DF1020C5N)
- Commercial temperature grade suitable for indoor deployments (vs EP1SGX40CF1020I5)
- Lead-free / RoHS compliant N-suffix variant (vs EP1SGX40DF1020C5)
- Engineering sample availability for early prototyping (vs EP1SGX40DF1020C5N (production))
Notes de conception
Stratix GX FPGAs require multiple regulated supply rails: VCCINT (1.5V core), VCCIO (per bank, 1.5V/1.8V/2.5V/3.3V), VCCA (analog PLL), VCCP (configuration), and VCCRT/RX/TX for transceiver supplies. Power sequencing must follow the Stratix GX datasheet recommendations to prevent latch-up; the typical sequence is VCCINT first, then VCCIO, then analog rails. Estimated power consumption for EP1SGX40DF1020C5N at full utilization with active transceivers can exceed 10W, so plan a multi-phase buck regulator and adequate copper pour on the PCB.
The 1020-ball FC-FBGA package with 1 mm pitch requires multilayer PCB fabrication with microvia or via-in-pad technology for break-out routing. Use 8+ layer stack-up with dedicated ground and power planes adjacent to signal layers. Maintain 100-ohm differential impedance for the transceiver pairs and 50-ohm single-ended for clock signals. Place the EPCS configuration memory and clock source within 5 mm of the FPGA to minimize routing parasitics.
Estimated: at typical Stratix GX utilization (50% logic, 50% memory, active transceivers), the EP1SGX40DF1020C5N may dissipate 8-12W. The FC-FBGA package relies on PCB copper heatsinking rather than a top-side heat spreader. For commercial 0C to +85C operation, provide at least 4 square inches of 2 oz copper thermal pad beneath the package, connected through thermal vias to inner ground planes. Active airflow may be required for enclosed chassis designs.
Common pitfalls include: (1) forgetting JTAG chain isolation when chaining EPCS configuration devices, which causes configuration failure; (2) ignoring the differential pair length matching requirements within +/-5 mil for transceiver channels; (3) leaving transceiver PLLs unpowered at startup, which prevents the transceiver block from initializing; (4) using the wrong Quartus II device library version, which can produce bitstreams that fail post-route verification. Always validate bitstream integrity by reading back via JTAG before board assembly.
Stratix GX transceivers require AC-coupling capacitors on the serial TX/RX pairs - do not omit these or DC offsets will damage the FPGA. Use 100 nF X7R ceramic capacitors placed within 200 mil of the FPGA balls. Maintain 90-ohm differential impedance (not 100-ohm) for Stratix GX links per the datasheet. Keep transceiver channels away from switching power inductors to avoid common-mode interference.
Informations de conformité
N-suffix indicates lead-free RoHS-compliant packaging per Altera/Intel product page. REACH, halogen-free, and conflict minerals status were not found in the verified web data and are marked as unknown.
