5SGSMD5K1F40C2N

The 5SGSMD5K1F40C2N is an Intel Stratix® V GS field-programmable gate array in a 1517-BBGA (FCBGA) package designed for high-performance, transceiver-enabled DSP applications. Built on the Stratix V family architecture, this device targets bandwidth- and DSP-centric markets—including wireline, broadcast, military, and high-performance computing—where integrated transceivers and abundant DSP resources accelerate data-intensive processing.

This commercial-grade FPGA integrates a high logic element count, substantial on-chip memory, and a large I/O complement to support complex system designs that require high-density logic, precision DSP, and multiple high-speed serial interfaces.

Key Features

• Core Architecture  Stratix V family architecture optimized for high-performance logic and DSP implementations with 457,000 logic elements.
• Embedded Memory  Approximately 39.9 Mbits of on-chip RAM to support large buffering and local data storage for DSP and packet-processing pipelines.
• DSP Resources  Abundant variable-precision DSP blocks described for Stratix V GS devices (supporting up to 3,926 18×18 or 1,963 27×27 multipliers) for high-precision digital signal processing.
• Integrated Transceivers  Integrated serial transceivers with up to 14.1 Gbps data-rate capability suitable for backplane and optical-interface applications.
• I/O and Package  696 device I/Os in a 1517-FBGA (40×40) FCBGA package for dense, high-pin-count system interfaces and board-level routing.
• Power and Temperature  Core supply range 870 mV to 930 mV; commercial operating temperature range 0 °C to 85 °C.
• Mounting and Compliance  Surface-mount device, RoHS compliant, marketed as commercial-grade.

Typical Applications

• Optical and Backplane Communications  High-speed transceivers enable 40G/100G-class optical transport and backplane interfaces for networking equipment.
• DSP-Centric Systems  Variable-precision DSP blocks and large embedded RAM support filtering, modulation/demodulation, and other high-throughput signal-processing tasks.
• Packet Processing & Traffic Management  High logic density and abundant I/O facilitate complex packet processing, traffic shaping, and network function implementations.
• High-Performance Computing  Large logic and memory resources enable application acceleration and custom data-path implementations in compute-intensive systems.

Unique Advantages

• High Logic Density: 457,000 logic elements provide the capacity to implement large, complex designs on a single device, reducing board-level partitioning.
• Substantial On-Chip Memory: Approximately 39.9 Mbits of embedded memory supports deep buffering and local data storage, improving throughput for streaming and packet-oriented designs.
• DSP-Optimized Resources: Variable-precision DSP blocks with thousands of multiplier options accelerate arithmetic-heavy algorithms while simplifying design partitioning.
• High-Speed Serial I/O: Integrated transceivers rated for 14.1 Gbps enable direct interfacing to high-bandwidth optical and backplane links, cutting external SERDES requirements.
• Large I/O Count in Dense Package: 696 I/Os in a 1517-FBGA package enable complex multi-protocol systems and rich peripheral connectivity within a compact board footprint.
• Commercial-Grade Compliance: Surface-mount FCBGA construction and RoHS compliance support mainstream production and regulatory requirements for commercial applications.

Why Choose 5SGSMD5K1F40C2N?

The 5SGSMD5K1F40C2N positions itself as a high-capacity, DSP-focused Stratix V GS device that balances logic density, embedded memory, and high-speed transceiver capability for demanding data-path and communication designs. Its combination of 457,000 logic elements, abundant DSP multipliers, and approximately 39.9 Mbits of on-chip RAM makes it well suited for developers implementing complex signal processing, packet processing, and high-bandwidth interface functions.

Designed for commercial applications, this FPGA supports prototyping and scalable production paths described for the Stratix V family, helping teams move from development to higher-volume implementations while leveraging the device’s transceiver and DSP strengths.

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