EP2AGX45DF29C6G

The EP2AGX45DF29C6G is an Arria II GX family FPGA device from Intel, featuring a 40‑nm low‑power programmable logic architecture designed for high‑bandwidth system interfaces. This commercial‑grade, surface‑mount FCBGA device targets applications that require substantial logic density, embedded memory, DSP resources and high‑speed serial connectivity.

With 42,959 logic elements, approximately 3.5 Mbits of embedded memory and 364 user I/Os, the device delivers a balance of integration and I/O density for communications, networking, video and data‑processing designs while operating over a low supply voltage range of 870 mV to 930 mV.

Key Features

• Logic Capacity – 42,959 logic elements provide considerable programmable logic resources for glue logic, state machines and custom data paths.
• Embedded Memory – Approximately 3.5 Mbits of on‑chip RAM suitable for FIFOs, buffers and local data storage.
• DSP and Arithmetic – High‑performance DSP blocks with hardcoded adders/accumulators and support for configurable multipliers (9×9, 12×12, 18×18, 36×36 and 18×36) to accelerate signal processing tasks; DSP blocks are characterized in the family documentation up to 550 MHz.
• High‑Speed Serial Interfaces – Arria II family transceivers support high data rates (family documentation describes operation to 6.375 Gbps and up to 24 full‑duplex CDR‑based transceivers), enabling implementation of serial communication protocols.
• I/O and Interface Support – 364 user I/Os in a modular I/O architecture (device‑level count), with support across a wide range of single‑ended and differential standards described in the family handbook.
• Package and Mounting – 780‑BBGA (FCBGA) package, supplier package 780‑FBGA (29×29), designed for surface‑mount assembly.
• Power and Voltage – Low supply voltage operation from 870 mV to 930 mV, enabling designs targeting reduced core power.
• Operating Range and Grade – Commercial grade device specified for 0 °C to 85 °C operation.
• Security and Configuration – Family documentation describes integrated configuration options and 256‑bit AES programming file encryption for design security and key storage options.
• Standards and Protocol Support (Family) – The Arria II family documentation details dedicated circuitry and hard IP to support common serial protocols and physical layers used in PCIe, Ethernet, DDR3, SDI and other high‑speed protocols.
• Compliance – RoHS‑compliant.

Typical Applications

• High‑Speed Communications – Implement protocol endpoints and line cards that require high‑speed serial transceivers and on‑chip DSP to handle PHY and link‑layer tasks.
• Network and Datacom – Buffering, packet processing and custom switching logic using the device’s logic capacity, embedded memory and I/O resources.
• Video and Broadcast – SD/HD/3G SDI interfacing and video transport functions leveraging the family’s serial protocol support and DSP blocks.
• Storage and Host Interfaces – Implement SATA, SAS or PCIe physical interfaces and bridging logic using the Arria II family IP and transceiver capabilities.

Unique Advantages

• Substantial Logic and Memory in a Single Device: 42,959 logic elements and ~3.5 Mbits of embedded RAM reduce external component count for many mid‑range FPGA applications.
• Integrated DSP Capability: Dedicated DSP blocks and configurable multiplier options accelerate signal processing and arithmetic‑intensive functions without needing external accelerators.
• High‑Speed Serial Support (Family): Transceiver support up to multi‑Gbps rates enables implementation of modern serial protocols for communications and storage interfaces.
• Low‑Voltage Core Operation: 870 mV–930 mV supply range supports low core power designs while maintaining required performance for mid‑range FPGA tasks.
• Commercial‑Grade Thermal Range: Specified for 0 °C to 85 °C operation, matching many consumer and enterprise deployment environments.
• Ecosystem and Toolchain Support (Family): The Arria II family is supported by established development tools and IP libraries for faster integration and development.

Why Choose EP2AGX45DF29C6G?

The EP2AGX45DF29C6G combines a substantial logic fabric, abundant on‑chip RAM and DSP resources with the Arria II family’s high‑speed serial capabilities to address mid‑range communications, networking and media processing designs. Its low core voltage and commercial temperature rating make it suitable for power‑sensitive, rack‑mounted and consumer systems where integration and protocol support matter.

Designed to work within the Arria II ecosystem and toolflow, this FPGA is a practical choice for teams needing a balanced, programmable solution that integrates logic, memory and high‑speed interfaces while maintaining RoHS compliance and standard FCBGA packaging for production deployment.

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