FPGA – Field Programmable Gate Array

10M08SAU169C8G – 8,000 LE MAX® 10 FPGA – Altera

This Altera MAX® 10 FPGA delivers flexible logic integration and power-efficient performance for embedded system development. Engineered for rapid prototyping and cost-sensitive designs, it combines reprogrammable logic with integrated features to accelerate time-to-market. PCX ensures genuine Altera components with reliable stock and expedited shipping.

Key Features

• 8,000 Logic Elements for complex digital implementations
• 130 I/O Pins supporting versatile connectivity
• 387 Kb Embedded Memory for on-chip data storage
• 2.85V–3.465V Operating Voltage (optimized for power efficiency)
• 0°C to 85°C Industrial Temperature Range (TJ)
• 169-UBGA Package (11×11 mm surface-mount design)

Technical Specifications

Part of Altera’s MAX® 10 series, this FPGA features 500 LABs/CLBs organized for high-density logic deployment. The device operates at industrial-grade temperatures (0°C to 85°C junction temperature) and utilizes a 169-LFBGA package (supplier device package: 169-UBGA). Its non-volatile configuration memory eliminates external boot devices, while integrated analog blocks support ADC functionality.

Typical Applications

• Industrial automation controllers
• Motor drive control systems
• Communication interface bridges
• Medical monitoring devices
• IoT edge processing units

About Altera (Intel® Programmable Solutions Group)

Altera, now part of Intel’s Programmable Solutions Group, is a pioneer in FPGA technology with over three decades of innovation. Their MAX® 10 series represents a breakthrough in cost-optimized, instant-on FPGAs, merging FPGA flexibility with ASIC-like integration for power-sensitive applications.

Renowned for rigorous quality standards and industry-leading development tools (Quartus® Prime), Altera devices undergo exhaustive validation processes. This ensures reliable operation in mission-critical systems across automotive, industrial, and communications sectors, backed by global technical support resources.

About FPGAs

Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) are reconfigurable semiconductor devices that enable custom hardware functionality without ASIC fabrication costs. Unlike fixed-architecture processors, FPGAs allow circuit redesign post-manufacturing via hardware description languages (HDLs), making them ideal for prototyping and adaptable system designs.

FPGAs excel in parallel processing tasks where deterministic performance is critical, such as real-time signal processing and hardware acceleration. Their reprogrammable nature facilitates field upgrades, reduces development risks, and extends product lifecycles across embedded computing, test equipment, and high-speed networking applications.

Packaging Options

Available in industry-standard tray packaging for automated assembly processes. Contact PCX for reel packaging alternatives or volume customization.

FAQs

Q: Does this FPGA require external configuration memory?
A: No, the MAX® 10 series features integrated flash memory for instant-on configuration.

Q: What development tools support this FPGA?
A: Altera’s Quartus® Prime software suite (free web edition available) fully supports MAX® 10 devices.

Q: Is the 3.3V operation compatible with 5V systems?
A: While native I/O is 3.3V, many pins support 5V tolerance—verify specific banks in the datasheet.

Q: Can this FPGA implement processor cores?
A: Yes, the 8K LE capacity supports soft-core processors like Nios® II for embedded control.

Q: What distinguishes MAX® 10 from Cyclone® FPGAs?
A: MAX® 10 offers lower power consumption and integrated analog features, while Cyclone® focuses on higher logic density.

Q: How does PCX ensure component authenticity?
A: PCX sources exclusively from authorized channels, providing traceable documentation and anti-counterfeit verification.

Product images are representational; refer to the datasheet for exact specifications. Download full datasheet.

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