EP1AGX60CF484I6N - Arria GX FPGA, 60K LE, 484-FBGA | Intel | Altera
MPN: EP1AGX60CF484I6N ⚠ Last Time Buy| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $615.3 | $615.30 |
| 10 | $580.5 | $5,805.00 |
| 100 | $542 | $54,200.00 |
| 250 | $510.75 | $127,687.50 |
| 500 | $485.25 | $242,625.00 |
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| Series | Arria GX |
| Family Name | Arria GX FPGA |
| Logic Elements (LE) | 60,000 |
| Logic Array Blocks (LABs) | 3,005 |
| Number of I/O | 229 |
| Number of Logic Array Blocks | 60,100 |
| Embedded Memory | 2,528,640 bits |
| Transceiver Data Rate | 3.125 Gbps |
| Package Type | 484-BBGA (FCBGA) |
| Package Pin Count | 484 |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount (BGA) |
| Operating Temperature Grade | Industrial |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40C to +100C |
| Speed Grade | 6 |
| Process Technology | SRAM-based CMOS |
| Configuration Method | JTAG / Active Serial / Passive Parallel |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes |
EP1AGX60CF484I6N 484 Pin Configuration Guide
Complete pinout information for EP1AGX60CF484I6N (484 package) with 484 pins. 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 EP1AGX60CF484I6N.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Estimated pin count: 484 pins (digital package)
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
EP1AGX60CF484I6N is suitable for 6 applications: Telecommunications Backhaul and Base Station, Broadcast Video Routing and Processing, High-Speed Data Acquisition Systems, Industrial Motion Control and Robotics, Military and Aerospace Communications, Medical Imaging Acceleration.
Telecommunications Backhaul and Base Station
The EP1AGX60CF484I6N is well suited for wireless base station backhaul links because its 3.125 Gbps transceivers natively handle protocols such as OBSAI RP3, CPRI, and Serial RapidIO. The 60,000 logic elements provide headroom for PHY-layer digital signal processing (DFE, equalization, and rate adaptation) without external ASSPs. Industrial temperature grade (-40C to +100C) enables outdoor radio unit (RU) and tower-mounted deployments. The 484-FCBGA package supports the high pin density required for parallel backplane interfaces plus multiple SFP/SFP+ cages.
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Broadcast Video Routing and Processing
The 60,000 logic elements and 2.5 Mbit of embedded memory allow the EP1AGX60CF484I6N to implement multi-channel SD/HD/3G-SDI routers, format converters, and frame synchronizers. The 229 user I/O pins can drive up to 8-12 bidirectional SDI links plus embedded audio embedders/de-embedders. Industrial temperature grade suits studio and outside-broadcast environments. Compared to ASSP video crosspoints, the FPGA-based design lets broadcasters add new formats (4K, HDR) without board respin.
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High-Speed Data Acquisition Systems
Industrial and scientific data acquisition cards use the EP1AGX60CF484I6N's 3.125 Gbps transceivers to aggregate ADC sample streams into FPGA fabric for real-time digital downconversion (DDC), FFT processing, and PCIe host transfer. The 2.5 Mbit embedded memory buffers intermediate FFT bins before DMA transfer. The 484-ball BGA provides clean signal integrity for the LVDS/serial ADC interfaces. The industrial temperature grade supports deployment in factory-floor or airborne test racks.
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Industrial Motion Control and Robotics
Multi-axis motion controllers use the EP1AGX60CF484I6N to implement EtherCAT, Profinet, or SERCOS III master stacks alongside custom servo loops. The 60K LEs handle 8-12 axes of PID plus trajectory generation, while the 229 I/O support encoder inputs, drive enables, and pulse-train outputs. The 3.125 Gbps transceiver provides a high-speed uplink to vision systems or distributed I/O. Industrial temperature grade and BGA's mechanical robustness suit factory automation cells where vibration and thermal stress are common.
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Military and Aerospace Communications
Secure tactical radios and avionics buses rely on the EP1AGX60CF484I6N for software-defined radio (SDR) waveforms, link-16 / Link-22 encryption, and MIL-STD-1553 bridging. The 3.125 Gbps transceivers handle fiber-optic cockpit avionics networks, while the 60K LEs implement wideband modem signal processing. Industrial temperature grade is suitable for many avionics bay environments; for full MIL-spec use, choose a corresponding MIL-STD-810 qualified variant. Conformal coating is recommended for humidity protection.
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Medical Imaging Acceleration
Ultrasound beamformers and MRI pre-processing boards use the EP1AGX60CF484I6N's embedded memory and logic capacity to perform channel summation, image reconstruction, and DICOM pre-processing in real time. The 229 user I/O accommodate 32-64 channel ADC arrays, while the 3.125 Gbps transceivers stream reconstructed image data to host processors. The device's deterministic latency and industrial temperature grade suit portable ultrasound carts used in field hospitals. Board layout must keep LVDS channels impedance-matched at 100 ohm differential.
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Engineering reference data for EP1AGX60CF484I6N — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EP1AGX60CF484C8N | EP1AGX60CF484C7N | EP1AGX60CF484C6N | EP1AGX50CF484I6N | EP1AGX50CF484I6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Intel (formerly Altera) | Intel (formerly Altera) | Intel (formerly Altera) | Intel (formerly Altera) | Intel (formerly Altera) | Intel (formerly Altera) |
| Package | 484-BBGA (FCBGA) | 484-BBGA (FCBGA) - same | 484-BBGA (FCBGA) - same | 484-BBGA (FCBGA) - same | 484-BBGA (FCBGA) - same | 484-BBGA (FCBGA) - same |
| Logic Elements | 60,000 | 60,000 (same) | 60,000 (same) | 60,000 (same) | 50,000 (-17%) | 50,000 (-17%) |
| Embedded Memory (bits) | 2,528,640 | 2,528,640 (same) | 2,528,640 (same) | 2,528,640 (same) | 2,420,000 (approx, -4%) | 2,420,000 (approx, -4%) |
| User I/O Pins | 229 | 229 (same) | 229 (same) | 229 (same) | 229 (same) | 229 (same) |
| Transceiver Data Rate | 3.125 Gbps | 3.125 Gbps (same) | 3.125 Gbps (same) | 3.125 Gbps (same) | 3.125 Gbps (same) | 3.125 Gbps (same) |
| Temperature Grade | Industrial (-40C to +100C) | Commercial (0C to +85C) | Commercial (0C to +85C) | Commercial (0C to +85C) | Industrial (-40C to +100C) | Industrial (-40C to +100C) |
| Speed Grade | 6 | 8 (fastest) | 7 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Lifecycle Status | Last-Time-Buy | Last-Time-Buy | Last-Time-Buy | Last-Time-Buy | Last-Time-Buy | Last-Time-Buy |
Key Differentiators
- Industrial temperature grade option for harsh environments (vs EP1AGX60CF484C6N)
- Highest logic density in the Arria GX 484-ball package (vs EP1AGX50CF484I6N)
- 3.125 Gbps transceiver bandwidth in mid-range FPGA (vs Cyclone V GX (similar density))
Design Notes
Estimated: The 484-ball FCBGA at 1.0 mm ball pitch requires a PCB with at least 6-8 routing layers for signal fanout. Use laser-drilled microvias (8 mil / 200 um) for the top-layer escape, with buried capacitance between layers 3 and 4 to provide high-frequency decoupling. The BGA land pattern must follow IPC-7351 naming, with NSMD (non-solder mask defined) pads preferred for better joint reliability. Verify your assembly house supports the 1.0 mm pitch BGA before committing the layout.
Estimated: At maximum toggle activity across all 60K LEs, the EP1AGX60CF484I6N dissipates approximately 5-8 W. The 484-FCBGA junction-to-ambient thermal resistance (theta_JA) on a 4-layer JEDEC test board is roughly 16-19 C/W. To keep junction below 100C in an industrial enclosure at 70C ambient, ensure at least 25-30 C/W thermal margin via thermal vias under the BGA, an internal copper heat spreader, or a heatsink with thermal interface material. Use the Quartus PowerPlay early power estimator to model your design's actual dissipation before layout commit.
Power sequencing: VCCINT (1.0V core), VCCPD (3.3V), and VCCA/VCCP must be ramped within the datasheet-specified monotonic ordering to avoid latch-up. POR (power-on-reset) holds the device in reset until VCCINT crosses the threshold; ensure all supplies stabilize before driving JTAG TCK. For multi-FPGA boards, use the same supervisor to release all POR signals simultaneously. Estimated: a 6 A core regulator with 1% accuracy is sufficient for typical design utilization; derate to 8 A for high-toggle designs.
The 3.125 Gbps transceiver channels require controlled-impedance routing (100 ohm differential for the serial pairs, 50 ohm single-ended for LVDS/CMOS). Length-match within 150 mils across a transceiver quad to preserve skew budget. Keep the AC-coupling capacitors close to the transmit ball pair and place reference planes unbroken beneath the serial traces. For PCIe Gen1 or XAUI implementations, validate the channel with the Quartus IBIS-AMI models against your specific stackup before fab.
Configuration mode selection: choosing Active Serial (AS) vs JTAG changes the boot source (EPCS flash vs download cable) and the MSEL[2:0] pin strapping. Mismatched MSEL settings are a common cause of 'device not detected' failures on first prototypes. Additionally, unused clock input pins must be tied to ground through a 1 kohm resistor to prevent oscillation. Do not leave user I/O floating - configure them as outputs driving low, or as tri-state inputs with weak pull-ups, to minimize inrush current at power-up.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliance and lead-free terminations are indicated by the 'N' suffix in the part number per Altera/Intel naming convention. AEC-Q100 is not applicable because FPGAs are not automotive-qualified discrete ICs. Halogen-free status not specified in available data.
