EP2AGX95EF35I5N FPGA: Intel's High-Performance Solution for Demanding Embedded Applications

The EP2AGX95EF35I5N represents Intel's commitment to delivering powerful, flexible FPGA solutions for complex embedded systems. As part of Intel's Arria II GX family, this FPGA combines high-density programmability with robust performance characteristics, making it an excellent choice for engineers working on advanced digital designs.

Comprehensive Product Overview

Manufactured by Intel (formerly Altera), the EP2AGX95EF35I5N belongs to the category of Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) and continues to serve critical applications despite its obsolete status. This device offers an exceptional balance of logic capacity, memory resources, and I/O capabilities.

Key Specifications at a Glance:

• Manufacturer Part Number: EP2AGX95EF35I5N
• Family: Arria II GX
• Package: 1152-Ball FCBGA (35x35mm)
• Operating Temperature: -40 C to 100 C (TJ)
• RoHS Compliance: Yes

In-Depth Technical Specifications

1. Advanced Logic Architecture

With 89,178 logic elements organized into 3,747 LABs (Logic Array Blocks), this FPGA provides substantial resources for implementing complex digital circuits. The architecture features:

• Adaptive Logic Modules (ALMs) for efficient logic implementation
• Dedicated arithmetic circuits for high-speed DSP operations
• Optimized routing resources for performance-critical designs

2. Extensive Memory Resources

The EP2AGX95EF35I5N incorporates 6,839,296 bits of embedded memory through:

• M9K memory blocks (9Kbit each)
• Configurable as true dual-port, simple dual-port, or single-port memory
• Support for various width configurations

3. High-Speed I/O Capabilities

The device's 452 user I/O pins support numerous standards including:

• LVDS, LVCMOS, LVTTL
• PCI Express (1.0 and 2.0)
• Serial RapidIO
• DDR2/DDR3 memory interfaces

Detailed Performance Characteristics

Power Efficiency

Operating at 0.87V to 0.93V core voltage, this FPGA implements Intel's power optimization technologies:

• Programmable Power Technology
• Clock power management
• Selective memory block shutdown

Clock Management

The device includes:

• Up to 12 PLLs for clock synthesis and jitter reduction
• Fractional PLLs for precise frequency generation
• Low-skew global and regional clock networks

Target Applications

Industrial Automation Systems

• Motor control implementations
• Industrial networking protocols (EtherCAT, PROFIBUS)
• Machine vision processing

Communications Infrastructure

• Wireless baseband processing
• Packet processing in routers/switches
• Backplane interface solutions

Military/Aerospace Systems

• Secure communications processing
• Radar/sonar signal processing
• Avionics systems

Design Support and Development Tools

Intel provides comprehensive support for the EP2AGX95EF35I5N through:

• Quartus II design software (latest supported version)
• IP cores for common functions
• Reference designs and application notes
• Signal integrity analysis tools

Why Choose This FPGA Today?

While newer FPGA families exist, the EP2AGX95EF35I5N remains relevant for:

• Legacy system maintenance
• Cost-sensitive applications where newer devices are over-qualified
• Designs requiring specific features of the Arria II GX architecture

Purchasing Information

Our company maintains stock of this FPGA to support ongoing production needs. We offer:

• Genuine Intel components
• Competitive pricing
• Technical support for integration challenges
• Flexible order quantities

Contact our sales team today to discuss your EP2AGX95EF35I5N requirements and learn how we can support your project's success.