5CSEBA4U19C6N - Cyclone V SE SoC FPGA, 40K LE, Dual ARM Cortex-A9 | Intel
MPN: 5CSEBA4U19C6N ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $126.94 | $126.94 |
| 10 | $115.5 | $1,155.00 |
| 100 | $95.2 | $9,520.00 |
| 500 | $82.1 | $41,050.00 |
| 1,000 | $74.5 | $74,500.00 |
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View Datasheet →5CSEBA4U19C6N Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Family | Cyclone V SE SoC FPGA |
| Logic Elements | 40,000 (40K LE) |
| Hard Processor System (HPS) | Dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 MPCore with CoreSight |
| Maximum HPS Clock Frequency | 925 MHz |
| Package | 484-pin UFBGA / UBGA (19x19 mm) |
| FPGA User I/O | 161 (per Altera product page) |
| Process Technology | TSMC 28 nm low-power |
| Memory Controller | Hard controller for DDR2 / DDR3 / LPDDR2 |
| DSP Blocks | Variable-precision DSP blocks (18x18 multipliers) |
| Embedded Memory | M10K memory blocks |
| Encryption Support | AES encryption (per LCSC listing) |
| Error Detection | SEU error detection and correction support |
| Operating Temperature | 0C to +85C (commercial grade) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount (BGA) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
5CSEBA4U19C6N 484-pin ufbga / ubga (19x19 mm) Pin Configuration Guide
Complete pinout information for 5CSEBA4U19C6N (484-pin ufbga / ubga (19x19 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 5CSEBA4U19C6N.
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
5CSEBA4U19C6N is suitable for 7 applications: Industrial Motor Control, Video Surveillance and Image Processing, Software Defined Radio (SDR) Base Station, Automotive ADAS Sensor Fusion, Medical Imaging and Diagnostic Equipment, Factory Automation Controller (PLC), Embedded Vision and Machine Learning Inference.
Industrial Motor Control
The 5CSEBA4U19C6N's dual ARM Cortex-A9 HPS running at 925 MHz executes real-time motion-control loops while the 40K LE FPGA fabric handles deterministic PWM generation, encoder decoding, and field-oriented control (FOC) math via 18x18 multipliers. The hard DDR3 controller feeds the HPS with parameter tables for velocity and current profiles; the M10K memory buffers high-speed current-sense samples without CPU intervention. The 484-UBGA 19x19 mm package fits within 50x50 mm drive PCBs and exposes 161 user I/O for multi-axis inverter switching.
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Video Surveillance and Image Processing
The 5CSEBA4U19C6N ingests MIPI or parallel camera streams into the FPGA fabric, where variable-precision DSP blocks perform real-time filtering, motion detection, and H.264 pre-processing at full frame rate. The dual ARM Cortex-A9 cores run Linux to handle network streaming (gigabit Ethernet), ONVIF, and analytics such as object detection. The 925 MHz HPS clock plus 40K LE fabric balance pixel pipeline throughput against CPU-side decision latency, and the 484-UBGA package supports high-pin-count parallel sensor interfaces.
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Software Defined Radio (SDR) Base Station
The 5CSEBA4U19C6N's integrated transceivers interface directly with ADC/DAC front ends, while the FPGA fabric implements digital up/down-conversion, channelization, and crest-factor reduction. The dual ARM Cortex-A9 cores execute the upper-layer MAC and protocol stack under Linux, with DDR3-backed buffering for sample bursts. The 40K LE fabric is sufficient for 4-channel narrowband SDR; the 161 user I/O plus HPS peripherals (USB, Ethernet, SPI) provide ample connectivity for backhaul and control.
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Automotive ADAS Sensor Fusion
The 5CSEBA4U19C6N (commercial grade) serves as a development platform, while the AEC-Q100-qualified 5CSEBA4U19A7N drop-in variant is the production target for ADAS sensor-fusion ECUs. The FPGA fabric fuses radar, camera, and LiDAR pre-processed data using 18x18 multipliers for matrix math, while the HPS runs an AUTOSAR-compatible real-time OS plus perception algorithms. SEU error detection and correction are critical for safety; the 484-UBGA package supports ASIL-B functional-safety architectures.
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Medical Imaging and Diagnostic Equipment
The 5CSEBA4U19C6N's FPGA fabric accelerates ultrasound beamforming, CT image reconstruction (filtered back-projection), or MRI pulse-sequence control in real time. The dual ARM Cortex-A9 HPS runs the user interface, DICOM stack, and network connectivity on Linux. The hard DDR3 controller handles large frame buffers; AES encryption protects patient data at rest. The 484-UBGA package with 161 user I/O supports multiple transducer probe connectors and high-speed ADC interfaces.
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Factory Automation Controller (PLC)
The 5CSEBA4U19C6N's dual ARM Cortex-A9 cores execute ladder-logic-to-soft-PLC translation and EtherCAT / PROFINET fieldbus stacks, while the 40K LE FPGA fabric implements deterministic I/O scanning, high-speed counters, and PWM outputs at microsecond resolution. The 161 user I/O plus HPS peripherals (USB, gigabit Ethernet, SD/MMC) provide connectivity for HMI panels, sensor networks, and cloud gateways. The 0-85C commercial range suits IP65-sealed control cabinets; pair with 5CSEBA4U19I7N for non-cooled enclosures.
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Embedded Vision and Machine Learning Inference
The 5CSEBA4U19C6N's FPGA fabric accelerates convolutional neural network (CNN) inference using 18x18 multipliers and M10K memory for layer buffers, delivering real-time image classification on QVGA-to-VGA streams. The dual ARM Cortex-A9 HPS pre-processes images (resize, normalize) and orchestrates inference. SEU detection protects against bit-flips in safety-relevant inference, and the 484-UBGA 19x19 mm package fits within compact vision modules used in robotics and quality inspection.
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Engineering reference data for 5CSEBA4U19C6N — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | 5CSEBA4U19A7N | 5CSEBA4U19I7N | 5CSEBA4U19C7N | 5CSEBA4U19C8N | 5CSEBA2U19C6N |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 484-pin UFBGA / UBGA (19x19 mm) | 484-pin UFBGA / UBGA (19x19 mm) - same | 484-pin UFBGA / UBGA (19x19 mm) - same | 484-pin UFBGA / UBGA (19x19 mm) - same | 484-pin UFBGA / UBGA (19x19 mm) - same | 484-pin UFBGA / UBGA (19x19 mm) - same |
| Brand | Intel (formerly Altera) | Intel - same | Intel - same | Intel - same | Intel - same | Intel - same |
| Logic Elements | 40,000 LE | 40,000 LE - same | 40,000 LE - same | 40,000 LE - same | 40,000 LE - same | 25,000 LE (-37.5%) |
| Speed Grade | 6 (fastest commercial) | 7 (auto) | 7 (industrial) | 7 (commercial) | 8 (commercial) | 6 (commercial) |
| Operating Temperature | 0C to +85C (commercial) | -40C to +125C (AEC-Q100) | -40C to +100C (industrial) | 0C to +85C (commercial) | 0C to +85C (commercial) | 0C to +85C (commercial) |
| AEC-Q100 Qualified | No | Yes | No (industrial only) | No | No | No |
| FPGA User I/O | 161 | 161 - same | 161 - same | 161 - same | 161 - same | 161 - same |
| HPS | Dual ARM Cortex-A9, 925 MHz | Dual ARM Cortex-A9, 925 MHz - same | Dual ARM Cortex-A9, 925 MHz - same | Dual ARM Cortex-A9, 925 MHz - same | Dual ARM Cortex-A9, 925 MHz - same | Dual ARM Cortex-A9, 925 MHz - same |
Key Differentiators
- Fastest commercial speed grade within the Cyclone V SE 40K LE U19 family (vs 5CSEBA4U19C8N)
- Dual ARM Cortex-A9 HPS integrated with 40K LE FPGA fabric in single die (vs 5CSEBA2U19C6N)
- AES encryption and SEU error detection built-in (vs 5CEFA4U19I7)
Design Notes
Estimated: at maximum HPS utilization (dual core at 925 MHz) plus 70 percent LE utilization at 100 MHz, the 484-UBGA package dissipates approximately 4-6 W. With a typical theta_JA of 18-22 C/W on a 4-layer JEDEC PCB (no heatsink), the junction temperature rise is approximately 70-130 C above ambient. For commercial 0-85C operation, sustained ambient must remain below 50-60 C, or designers must add a heatsink / thermal via array under the exposed die pad. Industrial 5CSEBA4U19I7N variant extends this envelope to 100 C ambient.
Use a 4-layer minimum stackup with continuous GND plane beneath the BGA for return-path integrity and thermal spreading. Place 0.1 uF + 10 uF decoupling on every VCCINT and VCCP power pin within 100 mils of the via. For HPS DDR3 routing, enforce matched-length (±25 mil) on byte lanes and reference the inner GND layer for the entire DDR3 interface. Use microvia-in-pad if BGA pitch is 0.8 mm or below; otherwise dogbone fan-out is acceptable.
Do not assume the 5CSEBA4U19C6N is pin-to-pin compatible with non-SE Cyclone V variants (SX, ST, E, GX) even at the same U19 484-UBGA package. HPS pin assignments and transceiver lane maps differ across families. Always regenerate the Quartus Prime pinout from the 5CSEBA4U19 device symbol rather than migrating from a similar-marked part. Also verify MSEL[3:0] strapping resistors match the desired configuration scheme (AS, PS, FPP, JTAG-only) before board bring-up.
Keep the FPGA-HPS AXI bridges (HPS-to-FPGA and FPGA-to-HPS) on inner signal layers with length matching within ±100 mil across all data/address/control lanes. Place the HPS reference clock (typically 25 MHz or 33.33 MHz) within 200 mils of the dedicated clock pin, and surround it with a GND guard ring. High-speed transceiver lanes (if used) require 85-ohm differential impedance and AC-coupling caps within 1 inch of the TX pins.
Compliance Information
RoHS and lead-free per Altera/Intel product declaration. Halogen-free confirmed by LCSC listing. AES encryption and SEU detection supported per LCSC. AEC-Q100 only applies to the 5CSEBA4U19A7N drop-in variant, not the C6 commercial part.
