EP1SGX25F1020C6 - Stratix GX FPGA, 25K LE, 1020-BBGA | Intel
MPN: EP1SGX25F1020C6 ✗ End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $850 | $850.00 |
| 10 | $780 | $7,800.00 |
| 100 | $720 | $72,000.00 |
| 500 | $680 | $340,000.00 |
| 1,000 | $645 | $645,000.00 |
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View Datasheet →EP1SGX25F1020C6 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Family | Stratix GX |
| Logic Elements | 25,660 |
| LABs/CLBs | 2,566 |
| Total RAM Bits | 1,944,576 |
| User I/O Pins | 607 |
| Package | 1020-ball FineLine BGA (FBGA-1020) |
| Package Dimensions | 33 x 33 mm, 1.0 mm pitch |
| Core Voltage | 1.5 V |
| Operating Temperature | 0C to 85C (commercial) |
| Logic Family | CMOS |
| Transceivers | Up to 20 multi-gigabit channels (this die density supports up to 14 active) |
| Transceiver Data Rate | 622 Mbps to 3.1875 Gbps |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount (BGA) |
| Lead Free | Yes |
EP1SGX25F1020C6 33 x 33 mm, 1.0 mm pitch Pin Configuration Guide
Complete pinout information for EP1SGX25F1020C6 (33 x 33 mm, 1.0 mm pitch package) with 607 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 EP1SGX25F1020C6.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Estimated pin count: 607 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
EP1SGX25F1020C6 is suitable for 7 applications: Multi-Gigabit Serial Backplane Interface, Telecom Line Card Aggregation, Optical Transport Network Equipment, ASIC Prototyping and Emulation, High-Speed Data Acquisition Front-End, Industrial Serial Protocol Bridging, Aerospace Test and Instrumentation.
Multi-Gigabit Serial Backplane Interface
The EP1SGX25F1020C6 is purpose-built for multi-gigabit backplane designs supporting XAUI (4 x 3.125 Gbps), Serial RapidIO, and 10G Ethernet backplane channels. Its 20 embedded transceivers deliver up to 3.1875 Gbps per channel with integrated clock-data recovery, 8B/10B encoding, and word alignment, eliminating the need for external PHY chips. The 25,660 logic elements and 1,944,576 bits of block RAM are sized for protocol aggregation and rate-matching FIFOs, while the 607 user I/O pins accommodate legacy parallel sideband signaling. PCB implementation requires controlled-impedance 100 ohm differential traces and a multi-layer stackup with microvia technology.
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Telecom Line Card Aggregation
In telecom line card designs, the EP1SGX25F1020C6 aggregates multiple lower-speed tributaries onto high-speed serial links for backhaul to switch fabrics. The 25K logic element budget accommodates protocol adaptation logic for OC-12/STM-4, gigabit Ethernet, and Fibre Channel 1x/2x, while 1.9 Mbits of block RAM provide the elastic stores and rate-matching FIFOs required between the parallel interfaces and serial transceiver channels. With 607 user I/O pins, the device directly interfaces with TDM framers, network processors, and switch fabric ASICs without external glue logic.
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Optical Transport Network Equipment
The EP1SGX25F1020C6 fits OTN (Optical Transport Network) line card and transponder designs where its multi-gigabit transceivers interface with SFP/SFP+ optical modules at data rates up to 3.1875 Gbps. The 25K logic element budget supports GFP/LCAS mapping, OTN framer logic, and FEC processing for OTU-1 (2.666 Gbps) signals, while the abundant block RAM holds framer state and payload mappings. Designers typically pair this FPGA with a forward-error-correction ASIC and OTN framer companion chip in a hybrid silicon solution.
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ASIC Prototyping and Emulation
The EP1SGX25F1020C6 is widely used as an ASIC prototype vehicle for networking ASICs that target 1-3 Gbps serial I/O. Its combination of 25K logic elements, 1.9 Mbits of block RAM, and 20 multi-gigabit transceivers allows emulation of pre-silicon ASIC RTL with real-world I/O timing and SERDES behavior. Designers map ASIC RTL directly into the FPGA using Quartus synthesis, with the transceivers providing accurate serial I/O behavior that ASIC prototypes often lack. This is a cost-effective risk-reduction step before committing to multi-million dollar ASIC mask sets.
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High-Speed Data Acquisition Front-End
In high-speed data acquisition systems, the EP1SGX25F1020C6 ingests multi-channel analog-to-digital converter data streams and aggregates them onto high-speed serial links for backplane transmission to a host processor. The device's 607 user I/O pins accommodate parallel LVDS interfaces from multi-channel ADC boards, while the embedded transceivers serialize the aggregated data for transmission to a host FPGA or signal processor. This topology is common in radar, electronic warfare, and wideband SDR systems where high channel density and gigabit serial output are required.
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Industrial Serial Protocol Bridging
The EP1SGX25F1020C6 bridges legacy industrial protocols (PROFIBUS, RS-485, CAN) to modern serial interfaces in industrial networking gateways. While the part is specified for 0C to 85C commercial temperature, its industrial temperature counterpart EP1SGX25DF1020I7 covers -40C to 100C junction for harsh environments. The embedded transceivers aggregate multiple industrial gateways onto gigabit Ethernet uplinks, while the 607 user I/O handle the dense parallel interface requirements of legacy industrial controllers.
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Aerospace Test and Instrumentation
In aerospace test rigs, the EP1SGX25F1020C6 functions as a flexible protocol converter that bridges multiple avionics buses (MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, AFDX) and high-speed serial telemetry links. Its 20 multi-gigabit transceivers support AFDX (ARINC 664) at 100 Mbps full-duplex over multiple virtual links, while the 25K logic elements implement the avionic protocol stacks. For flight-rated environments, designers migrate to the EP1SGX25DF1020I7 industrial temperature grade or, more commonly, modern radiation-tolerant FPGAs from Microsemi/Microchip or Xilinx.
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Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EP1SGX25DF1020C6 | EP1SGX25DF1020C6N | EP1SGX25DF1020C5 | EP1SGX25DF1020C7 | EP1SGX25DF1020I7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Intel (Altera) | Intel (Altera) | Intel (Altera) | Intel (Altera) | Intel (Altera) | Intel (Altera) |
| Package | 1020-ball FineLine BGA (33 x 33 mm) | 1020-ball FineLine BGA (33 x 33 mm) - same | 1020-ball FineLine BGA (33 x 33 mm) - same | 1020-ball FineLine BGA (33 x 33 mm) - same | 1020-ball FineLine BGA (33 x 33 mm) - same | 1020-ball FineLine BGA (33 x 33 mm) - same |
| Logic Elements | 25,660 | 25,660 | 25,660 | 25,660 | 25,660 | 25,660 |
| Total RAM Bits | 1,944,576 | 1,944,576 | 1,944,576 | 1,944,576 | 1,944,576 | 1,944,576 |
| User I/O | 607 | 607 | 607 | 607 | 607 | 607 |
| Speed Grade | C6 | C6 | C6 | C5 (faster) | C7 (slower) | I7 |
| Temperature Grade | Commercial (0C to 85C) | Commercial | Commercial | Commercial | Commercial | Industrial (-40C to 100C) |
| Lifecycle Status | NRNR | NRNR | NRNR | NRNR | NRNR | NRNR |
Key Differentiators
- Direct drop-in compatible with full Stratix GX 25K density family (vs EP1SGX25DF1020C6)
- Industrial temperature option in same footprint (vs EP1SGX25DF1020I7)
- Faster speed grade available in same footprint (vs EP1SGX25DF1020C5)
- Higher logic density than lower-density Stratix variants (vs EP1S25F1020C6 (Stratix without GX transceivers))
Design Notes
The 1020-ball FineLine BGA at 33 x 33 mm with 1.0 mm pitch requires a multi-layer PCB (typically 8+ layers) with laser-drilled microvia technology. Per Altera BGA layout guidelines, fan-out vias must be placed on a 1.0 mm pitch grid to access inner balls; designers should use 4 mil via-pad and 8 mil drill microvias. Maintain 100 ohm differential impedance for all 20 transceiver channels with via stitching (ground vias every lambda/10 along the trace edges). Leave thermal pad region under the BGA unobstructed for heatsink attachment.
Estimated: at full transceiver utilization (20 channels active at 3.1875 Gbps) and typical logic utilization (~70%), total power dissipation reaches approximately 15-20 W. Decoupling requires at least 20 low-ESR 0.1 uF ceramic capacitors placed within 100 mils of the BGA, plus four 10 uF bulk capacitors per voltage rail. Sequence the VCCINT (1.5 V), VCCIO (3.3 V), and VCCA (transceiver analog) rails in the order specified by the Stratix GX datasheet to avoid inrush current latch-up.
Do not exceed the maximum transceiver reference-clock jitter of 1 ps RMS or the CDR will lose lock. Reference clocks must be sourced from a dedicated low-jitter clock generator (e.g. Crystek CVHD-950 or equivalent), not from an FPGA-generated PLL clock. Confirm that the Quartus II pin assignments match the ballout in the device datasheet; miswiring of JTAG pins (TCK, TMS, TDI, TDO) is the most common first-programming failure on this BGA package.
Transceiver channels operate at up to 3.1875 Gbps, requiring pre-emphasis and equalization settings configured in the Quartus II ALTGX megafunction. Use IBIS-AMI simulation (e.g. HyperLynx or SiSoft QCD) to validate the backplane channel response before committing to PCB layout. AC-coupling capacitors (0.1 uF) must be placed within 100 mils of the transmitter balls for each channel per the Stratix GX AC-coupling application note.
At full transceiver utilization with typical ambient 70C, the junction temperature can approach 100C. Mount a heatsink with thermal interface material (TIM) on the BGA topside; alternatively, use thermal vias in the PCB BGA land pattern to draw heat to internal copper planes. Recommended airflow is at least 200 LFM (linear feet per minute) at 70C ambient to maintain the 85C commercial junction limit.
Compliance Information
Lead-free per Verified Web Data ('LEAD FREE' package marking). RoHS/REACH/AEC-Q100 status not specified in retrieved distributor data; consult Intel product compliance documentation directly. AEC-Q100 not applicable for FPGA logic devices.
