5CSEBA2U23C8N - Cyclone V SE SoC FPGA 25K LE Dual A9 | Altera
MPN: 5CSEBA2U23C8N ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $75.91 | $75.91 |
| 10 | $70.5 | $705.00 |
| 100 | $65.2 | $6,520.00 |
| 500 | $60 | $30,000.00 |
| 1,000 | $55.5 | $55,500.00 |
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View Datasheet →5CSEBA2U23C8N Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Family | Cyclone V SE SoC FPGA |
| Logic Elements | 25,000 |
| Hard Processor Core | Dual ARM Cortex-A9 MPCore with CoreSight |
| Maximum User I/O | 188 |
| Package | 672-UBGA (23x23 mm) |
| Core Voltage | 1.1 V |
| Speed Grade | 8 |
| Process Technology | Low-power TSMC process |
| DSP Blocks | Variable-precision DSP |
| Memory Interfaces | DDR2/DDR3/LPDDR2 support |
| Transceivers | Integrated high-speed transceivers |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount (BGA) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes |
5CSEBA2U23C8N 672-ubga (23x23 mm) Pin Configuration Guide
Complete pinout information for 5CSEBA2U23C8N (672-ubga (23x23 mm) package). This digital IC includes GPIO, communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C), and power pins. Refer to the manufacturer datasheet for alternate pin functions and configuration options. Essential for embedded system design and PCB layout.
No detailed pinout data available for 5CSEBA2U23C8N.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Safe Operating Area (SOA) & Thermal Characteristics
No official SOA curve available for this digital IC. Always operate within absolute maximum ratings specified in the datasheet. Ensure adequate cooling and derate as needed.
Typical Applications
5CSEBA2U23C8N is suitable for 7 applications: Industrial Motor Control, Video Surveillance and Machine Vision, Automotive Driver Assistance (ADAS), Software Defined Radio (SDR), Factory Automation and PLC Controllers, Medical Imaging and Diagnostic Equipment, Communications and Networking Edge.
Industrial Motor Control
The 5CSEBA2U23C8N fits industrial motor control by combining 25K logic elements with a dual ARM Cortex-A9 hard processor running real-time control loops at deterministic latencies. The FPGA fabric accelerates current-loop PWM generation and encoder decoding in hardware, while the Cortex-A9 cores run higher-level motion profiling and fieldbus protocols such as EtherCAT or PROFINET. The 672-UBGA package offers 188 user I/O, ample for multi-axis drive signal routing and isolation interfaces. Variable-precision DSP blocks accelerate Park/Clarke transforms and SVPWM modulation. Compared with discrete MCU + CPLD architectures, this SoC integration reduces board area, BOM cost, and improves loop bandwidth.
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Video Surveillance and Machine Vision
The 5CSEBA2U23C8N suits video surveillance because its FPGA fabric implements parallel pixel pipelines for image preprocessing (debayer, noise reduction, edge detection) while the dual Cortex-A9 cores run Linux-based analytics and network streaming. With 188 user I/O, multiple MIPI or parallel camera interfaces can be aggregated. The integrated transceivers support gigabit Ethernet for streaming compressed video. Variable-precision DSP blocks accelerate convolutional kernels for on-device inference. The U23 package's thermal envelope (23x23 mm) provides sufficient copper area for sustained vision workloads without active cooling in enclosed housings.
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Automotive Driver Assistance (ADAS)
The 5CSEBA2U23C8N is selected for ADAS prototyping where dual ARM Cortex-A9 cores handle sensor fusion from radar/camera inputs while the FPGA fabric preprocesses raw sensor streams at line rate. The 672-UBGA U23 footprint supports PCB layouts with controlled-impedance routing for high-speed transceivers. Note that AEC-Q100 automotive-grade Cyclone V variants are recommended for production vehicles; the 5CSEBA2U23C8N is suitable for engineering validation and development. The 25K LE fabric is well-matched to mid-tier ADAS functions such as lane departure warning and forward-collision warning pre-screens.
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Software Defined Radio (SDR)
The 5CSEBA2U23C8N supports SDR platforms by hosting DDC/DUC (digital up/down conversion) and channelization filters in the FPGA fabric while the dual Cortex-A9 cores run waveform stacks (LTE, TETRA, custom waveforms) on Linux. The integrated high-speed transceivers connect directly to RF ADC/DAC front-ends such as the AD9361 family. Variable-precision DSP blocks enable cost-efficient wideband FFT and channelization. The 188 user I/O supports multi-band antenna switching and reference clock distribution. This is the same architecture Altera documented in their Cyclone V SoC SDR reference design.
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Factory Automation and PLC Controllers
The 5CSEBA2U23C8N enables compact PLC controllers where the FPGA fabric implements deterministic IEC 61131-3 logic, encoder counters, and high-speed pulse-train outputs, while the dual Cortex-A9 cores execute an industrial-grade OS for HMI, recipe management, and fieldbus communication (EtherCAT, PROFINET, Modbus TCP). With 188 user I/O and integrated transceivers, a single device replaces discrete MCU + FPGA designs, shrinking PCB footprint. The U23 package's thermal headroom supports fanless DIN-rail mounting. According to the Cyclone V SoC datasheet, the HPS subsystem supports both Linux and real-time operating systems via SMP/AMP configurations.
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Medical Imaging and Diagnostic Equipment
The 5CSEBA2U23C8N is applicable to medical imaging subsystems such as ultrasound front-ends and endoscopy processors. The FPGA fabric performs beamforming, envelope detection, and image reconstruction in hardware at deterministic latency, while the dual ARM Cortex-A9 cores manage user interface, DICOM networking, and storage. The 188 user I/O supports multi-channel transducer arrays. Variable-precision DSP blocks accelerate FFT-based Doppler processing. Note that medical devices require IEC 60601-1 system-level certification; the SoC FPGA itself is not pre-certified but provides the deterministic performance needed for safety-critical signal chains.
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Communications and Networking Edge
The 5CSEBA2U23C8N targets small-cell and industrial gateway edge nodes where the dual Cortex-A9 cores run networking stacks (TCP/IP, IPSec, QUIC) and the FPGA fabric accelerates packet classification, encryption offload, and traffic shaping. Integrated high-speed transceivers connect directly to SFP+ cages for 1G/10G uplinks. The 25K logic element fabric is sufficient for moderate-complexity forwarding pipelines and protocol conversion. Compared with discrete NPU + FPGA designs, the integrated SoC lowers BOM cost and simplifies PCB routing of high-speed serial links in space-constrained edge enclosures.
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Engineering reference data for 5CSEBA2U23C8N — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | 5CSEBA2U23C7SN | 5CSEBA2U23C7N | 5CSEBA2U23C6N | 5CSEBA2U23A7N |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Altera (Intel) | Altera (Intel) | Altera (Intel) | Altera (Intel) | Altera (Intel) |
| Package | 672-UBGA (23x23 mm) | 672-UBGA (23x23 mm) - same | 672-UBGA (23x23 mm) - same | 672-UBGA (23x23 mm) - same | 672-UBGA (23x23 mm) - same |
| Logic Elements | 25,000 | 25,000 | 25,000 | 25,000 | 25,000 |
| Hard Processor Core | Dual ARM Cortex-A9 | Dual ARM Cortex-A9 | Dual ARM Cortex-A9 | Dual ARM Cortex-A9 | Dual ARM Cortex-A9 |
| Speed Grade | 8 | 7 (faster) | 7 (faster) | 6 (fastest) | 7 (A low-power variant) |
| Core Voltage | 1.1 V | 1.1 V | 1.1 V | 1.1 V | [DATA_NEEDED] |
| Maximum User I/O | 188 | 188 | 188 | 188 | 188 |
| Family Variant | Cyclone V SE (standard) | Cyclone V SE | Cyclone V SE | Cyclone V SE | Cyclone V SE 'A' low-power |
| Approx Unit Price (USD, qty 1) | 75.91 | [DATA_NEEDED] | [DATA_NEEDED] | [DATA_NEEDED] | [DATA_NEEDED] |
Key Differentiators
- Speed grade 8 offers lowest-cost entry to Cyclone V SE 25K family (vs 5CSEBA2U23C7N)
- Industrial-grade temperature range suits harsh environments (vs 5CSEBA2U19C8N)
- Dual Cortex-A9 + 25K LE on a single die eliminates companion processor (vs Discrete MCU + Cyclone V E FPGA)
Design Notes
The 5CSEBA2U23C8N requires multiple power rails: 1.1 V core (VCC), 2.5 V/3.3 V auxiliary (VCCAUX/VCCA_FPLL), and HPS-specific rails (1.1 V, 1.5 V, 3.3 V). Per the Cyclone V Device Overview datasheet, the device supports power sequencing with POR delays. Designers must implement a sequencing controller (e.g., an LDO supervisor or dedicated sequencer IC) to ensure HPS rails ramp in the correct order - failure to sequence correctly can latch the HPS into a non-recoverable state. Decoupling: place 0.1 uF and 10 uF ceramic capacitors within 100 mils of every power pin.
The 23x23 mm 672-UBGA package has a typical theta-JA in the range of 12-15 C/W with a standard 4-layer JEDEC PCB. Estimated: with the HPS subsystem and FPGA fabric fully utilized, total power consumption can reach 5-8 W, producing a junction temperature rise of 60-120 C above ambient. For sealed industrial enclosures, use a thermal pad or copper-in-pour heatsink bonded to the package top to keep Tj below 100 C. Always run the Quartus Prime PowerPlay Power Analyzer with realistic toggle rates for an accurate thermal budget.
The 672-UBGA U23 package uses a 1.0 mm ball pitch - design rules require 0.4 mm drill via-in-pad or microvia escape for breakout. Use a 4-6 layer stackup with continuous ground planes below the BGA to provide a low-impedance return path for high-speed transceivers. Length-match all DDR3/LPDDR2 data and strobe traces within 25 mils per the Cyclone V External Memory Interface Handbook. Place clock generators and reference resistors within 1 inch of their respective pins; isolate them from noisy switching rails.
Differential pairs (LVDS, transceiver channels) must be routed with 100 ohm differential impedance and matched within 5 mils of intra-pair length and 100 mils of inter-pair length. Use ground-signal-ground coplanar routing where possible. Keep high-speed serializer/deserializer traces on the top layer directly above an unbroken reference plane - never route over plane splits. The HPS subsystem pins are concentrated on one side of the BGA (typically the outer rows); group these traces to a dedicated HPS connector or DDR interface.
Do not power the HPS subsystem before the FPGA fabric is fully configured - this causes HPS boot failures. Always program the FPGA fabric via JTAG or AS mode before releasing HPS reset. Configuration: choose between Active Serial (AS) mode for standalone boot (requires an EPCQ flash), JTAG for development, or FPP mode for high-speed parallel flash. The JTAG chain must include the HPS TAP as well as the FPGA TAP; connect TRST and TMS with proper pull-ups per the Cyclone V Handbook.
Compliance Information
RoHS and REACH compliant per Altera/Intel Cyclone V product family documentation. Lead-free BGA balls. Not AEC-Q100 qualified; for automotive production, refer to AEC-Q100-qualified Cyclone V automotive variants. Halogen-free status not stated in the provided data.
