Mercury SA1
Compact Cyclone V SoC SoM for low-cost embedded SoPC designs.
Availability and specifications can differ by product code. Please contact us for the latest status of the code you are considering.
Overview
Mercury SA1 is the Altera Cyclone V SoC model in the flagship Mercury family. Cyclone V is a cost-efficient SoC that makes SoPC systems combining an ARM processor with FPGA fabric affordable to build.
Industrial temperature grade is available alongside commercial, so it can be deployed outdoors or in vehicles.
Positive ONE Group supports Mercury SA1 end to end — from selection and evaluation kits to reference designs and the Linux BSP, supply for existing designs, and migration to the successor product.
Appearance and internal structure
Key specifications
| Logic / capacity | Cyclone V |
|---|---|
| Memory | DDR3L |
| Transceivers | — |
| User I/O | 178 user I/O |
| Operating temperature | Commercial / industrial |
| Board size | 56×54mm |
| Supported OS | Linux |
| Development tools | Quartus |
The NRND status reflects Enclustra's generational move to the Mercury+ SA2, not an end of device supply. Enclustra states the product remains in mass production until further notice, and on 9 April 2026 Altera announced lifecycle support for the Cyclone V family through 2045. Existing designs can continue; consider the SA2 for new designs.
Configuration and customisation
The combination of FPGA code, memory capacity and temperature grade differs by product. Tell us the configuration you need and we will confirm with the manufacturer what is available and how long it takes.
Main interfaces and applications
Main interfaces
- DDR memory (DDR3L)
- Gigabit Ethernet
- USB
- High-speed transceivers (MGT)
- A large number of general-purpose user I/O
Typical applications
- Industrial cameras and machine vision
- Real-time control and motion control
- Instrumentation and data acquisition systems
- Edge computing and embedded Linux equipment
Frequently asked questions
Can I buy a single Mercury SA1?
This product is not recommended for new designs (NRND). Supply for existing designs continues, but please consider the successor product for new designs. We can advise on supply outlook and migration.
Does Linux run on Mercury SA1? Is a BSP provided?
Yes. The Enclustra Build Environment lets you build FSBL, U-Boot, Linux and the root file system quickly. What the Linux BSP and reference designs cover varies by configuration, so please tell us the environment you plan to use.
Can I choose the temperature grade of Mercury SA1?
Commercial and industrial grades are available. Choose the industrial grade for demanding thermal environments such as outdoor or in-vehicle installations. Ask us about the exact range supported by each part number.
Is design data available for mounting Mercury SA1 on a board?
User manuals, schematics, 3D models (STEP), PCB footprints and pinout tables are provided. Footprints are also available for common PCB design tools.
What is the price and lead time for Mercury SA1?
Pricing for Mercury SA1 depends on configuration, quantity, temperature grade and any customisation, so we quote individually. Tell us your application and quantity in the form on this page and our engineers will confirm the specification and come back with a quotation and lead time.
Related products in Enclustra Mercury (flagship SoC line)
Other models in the same product line. Select by logic capacity, I/O count and temperature grade.
Ask about Mercury SA1
Mercury SA1 is handled in Japan by Positive ONE Group, value-added reseller (VAR) for Enclustra of Switzerland. Supply for existing designs continues, but please consider the successor product for new designs.
Because pricing depends on configuration and quantity, we do not publish prices or stock levels on this site. Request an individual quotation