Bga Via - Altera Stratix IV GX Manual

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BGA Via

The BGA Via tab is used to calculate the vertical via loop inductance under the BGA
pin field.
Figure 1–3. BGA Via Tab
This tab takes the layout-specific information, such as the via drill diameter, via
length, via pitch, and the number of power/ground via pairs under the BGA and
calculates an effective via loop inductance and resistance value.
Power Delivery Network (PDN) Tool for Stratix IV Devices User Guide
Chapter 1: Power Delivery Network (PDN) Tool User Guide for Stratix IV Devices
Figure 1–3 is a snapshot taken from the tool.
Major Tabs of the PDN Tool
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