5CEFA7U19I7N

FPGA – Field Programmable Gate Array

5CEFA7U19I7N – Cyclone® V E FPGA – Altera (Intel)

This 5CEFA7U19I7N FPGA from Altera (now Intel Programmable Solutions Group) delivers high-performance programmability for embedded systems requiring flexible logic integration. Engineered for efficiency, it features 149,500 logic elements and robust I/O support in a compact 484-UBGA package. PCX ensures authentic Altera components with same-day shipping and technical support.

Key Features

Logic Capacity: 149,500 logic elements & 56,480 LABs/CLBs
Memory: 7,880,704 RAM bits for data-intensive tasks
I/O Flexibility: 240 configurable I/O pins
Power Efficiency: Ultra-low 1.07V–1.13V operating voltage
Robust Operation: Industrial temperature range (-40°C to 100°C TJ)
Reliable Packaging: 484-FBGA (19x19mm) surface-mount design

Technical Specifications
Part of the Cyclone® V E series, this active-status FPGA integrates 7.88Mb of distributed RAM and operates at 1.1V nominal voltage. Its 484-UBGA package (supplier device package) enables high-density PCB layouts. The industrial-grade temperature tolerance ensures stability in demanding environments. Base part number: 5CEFA7. Datasheet available for download on PCXCo.com.

Typical Applications

Industrial automation controllers
Communications infrastructure
Medical imaging systems
Automotive driver assistance (ADAS)
Video processing hardware

About Altera (Intel PSG)
Altera, now part of Intel’s Programmable Solutions Group, is a pioneer in FPGA technology with over 35 years of innovation. Their Cyclone® series is renowned for balancing power efficiency with high computational density, serving industries from aerospace to consumer electronics. Altera devices undergo rigorous testing for reliability in mission-critical applications.
Intel’s acquisition strengthened Altera’s R&D capabilities, integrating FPGA solutions with leading-edge semiconductor processes. This synergy ensures continuous performance improvements while maintaining backward compatibility. Altera’s ecosystem includes Quartus® Prime design software and comprehensive IP libraries, accelerating development cycles.

About FPGAs
Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) provide reconfigurable hardware that can be customized after manufacturing. Unlike fixed-function ICs, FPGAs allow designers to implement unique digital circuits through hardware description languages (HDLs), enabling rapid prototyping and field upgrades. This flexibility makes them indispensable for evolving standards and specialized processing tasks.
FPGAs excel in parallel processing applications where traditional processors face bottlenecks. Their ability to implement custom accelerators—such as AI inference engines or real-time signal processors—delivers performance gains of 10-100x over software-based solutions. Common architectures combine programmable logic blocks, embedded memory, DSP slices, and high-speed transceivers.

Packaging Options
Available in protective Tray packaging for automated assembly. Contact PCX for reel options or bulk quantities.

FAQs
Q: Is this FPGA suitable for industrial temperature environments?
A: Yes, it operates reliably from -40°C to 100°C junction temperature (TJ).

Q: What development tools support the Cyclone V E series?
A: Altera’s Quartus® Prime software with ModelSim integration provides full design support.

Q: Can I migrate designs from older Cyclone generations?
A: Yes, Cyclone V maintains pin and architectural compatibility with previous series in many cases.

Q: Does PCX provide technical documentation?
A: Full datasheets and application notes are available on PCXCo.com.

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