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EPM7256SQC208-15 - 256-Macrocell MAX 7000S CPLD, 15ns | Altera

MPN: EPM7256SQC208-15 ✗ انتهى عمره الإنتاجي
4.75 V to 5.25 V Vdss 208-pin PQFP (28x28 mm) Package EEPROM (non-volatile) Memory
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EPM7256SQC208-15 نظرة عامة

The Altera (Intel) EPM7256SQC208-15 is a high-density, high-performance Complex Programmable Logic Device (CPLD) from the MAX 7000S family, featuring 256 macrocells, 16 logic array blocks (LABs), and 164 user I/O pins in a 208-pin PQFP package. The device delivers a 15 ns pin-to-pin propagation delay and operates from a single 4.75V to 5.25V supply, providing approximately 5,000 usable gates for glue-logic, bus-interface, and state-machine designs.

A CPLD (Complex Programmable Logic Device) is a non-volatile programmable logic device that combines multiple PAL-like macrocell blocks with a programmable interconnect matrix. Architecturally, CPLDs sit between simple SPLDs/PALs and larger FPGAs in the programmable logic hierarchy: like SPLDs they offer instant-on, deterministic, flash- or EPROM-backed configuration, but like FPGAs they integrate hundreds to thousands of gates with predictable timing. The MAX 7000S family uses Altera's second-generation MAX architecture with EEPROM-based configuration cells, eliminating the need for an external boot PROM and enabling in-system programmability (ISP) via JTAG.

Key features of the EPM7256SQC208-15 include 256 macrocells distributed across 16 LABs, a global clock network, programmable power management with pin-controlled turbo-bit disable for low-power standby, JTAG-compliant boundary-scan (IEEE 1149.1), and four pin-compatible speed grades (7, 10, 12, 15 ns). The 'C' in the part number designates the commercial 0C to +70C operating range; '15' denotes the 15 ns pin-to-pin delay.

Typical applications include bus-bridging logic between microprocessors and peripherals, address decoding and chip-select generation in embedded systems, glue logic in telecommunications and networking equipment, industrial control state machines, and replacement of multiple discrete 74-series logic ICs. The 164 user I/Os comfortably support wide data and address buses plus control signals for legacy parallel interfaces.

When designing with the EPM7256SQC208-15, ensure 5V tolerance compatibility for the I/O banks, provide proper decoupling on VCCINT/VCCIO pins, and use the Altera MAX+PLUS II or Quartus II design tools for synthesis, fitting, and JTAG programming. Designers migrating to lower-density footprints should consider the speed-grade variants (EPM7256SQC208-10 for 10 ns, EPM7256SQC208-7 for 7 ns) which are pin-compatible drop-in upgrades.

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Altera
Package: 208-Pin PQFP (28 x 28 mm)
Speed Grade: -7
Operating Temperature Range: 0C to +70C (commercial)
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Intel
Package: 208-pin PQFP
RoHS Status: Compliant per distributor listings
Device Type: CPLD - Complex Programmable Logic Device
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Intel
Package: 208-pin PQFP (SQC208)
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Intel
Package: 208-pin PQFP
Speed Grade: -10 (10 ns)
Device Type: Complex Programmable Logic Device (CPLD)
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Altera
Package: 208-pin PQFP
Speed Grade: -15
RoHS Status: Lead free / RoHS Compliant
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Altera
Package: 208-pin PQFP (28 x 28 mm, 0.5 mm pitch)
Speed Grade: -7 (7.5 ns)
Operating Temperature Range: Commercial (0C to +70C)
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Altera
Package: 208-pin PQFP (Plastic Quad Flat Pack)
Speed Grade: -7 (7.5 ns pin-to-pin)
RoHS Status: Compliant (N suffix = lead-free)
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Altera
Package: 208-pin PQFP (QFP208)
Operating Temperature Range: -40 C to +85 C (Industrial)
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Intel
Package: 208-pin RQFP (BFQFP) exposed pad, 28x28 mm
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Altera
Package: 208-pin RQFP (PowerQuad Flat Pack)
RoHS Status: Compliant (N suffix)
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Altera
Package: 208-pin RQFP (PowerQuad Flat Pack)
Speed Grade: -7 (fastest standard grade)
Device Type: EEPROM-based Complex Programmable Logic Device (CPLD)
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Intel
Package: 208-pin RQFP (PowerQuad)
Operating Temperature Range: Industrial (-40C to +85C)
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EPM7256SQC208-10

✅ بديل مباشر
Intel
📦 208-pin PQFP (28x28 mm)
MAX 7000S · CPLD (Complex Programmable Logic Device) · 256 · 16 · 5,000 · 164 · 10 ns · Up to 175.4 MHz

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EPM7256SQC208-7

✅ بديل مباشر
Altera
📦 208-pin PQFP (28x28 mm)
MAX 7000S (EPM7256S) · 256 · 5,000 · 164 · 7.5 ns · 128.2 MHz · 5.0 V · EEPROM (non-volatile)

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EPM7256BQC208-7

✅ بديل مباشر
Intel
📦 208-pin PQFP (28x28 mm)
MAX 7000B · CPLD - Complex Programmable Logic Device · 5,000 · 256 · 164 · 16 Logic Array Blocks · 126.6 MHz · 7.5 ns (-7 speed grade)

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EPM7256AQC208-7

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Altera
📦 208-pin PQFP (28x28 mm)
MAX 7000A · In System Programmable (ISP), EEPROM-based · 256 · 5,000 · 16 · 164 · 7 ns · 125 MHz

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EPM7256SQC208-15N

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Altera
📦 208-pin PQFP (28x28 mm)
MAX 7000S · 256 · 164 · 15 ns (speed grade -15) · 5 V · 208-pin PQFP · Surface Mount · EEPROM (non-volatile)

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EPM7256SQC208-15 الحدود القصوى والخصائص الكهربائية

Family MAX 7000S
Series EPM7256
Device Type CPLD (Complex Programmable Logic Device)
Macrocells 256
Logic Array Blocks (LABs) 16
Usable Gates 5000
User I/O Pins 164
Pin-to-Pin Delay (tPD) 15 ns
Supply Voltage (VCCINT) 4.75 V to 5.25 V
نطاق درجة حرارة التشغيل 0 C to +70 C (Commercial)
العلبة 208-pin PQFP (28x28 mm)
نوع التركيب Surface Mount
Programmable Power Mode Yes (per-macrocell turbo-bit)
JTAG (IEEE 1149.1) Boundary-Scan Yes
In-System Programmability (ISP) Yes
Configuration Memory EEPROM (non-volatile)
حالة RoHS Contains lead / RoHS non-compliant (per third-party listing)
Lead-Free Status Contains lead

تكوين أطراف EPM7256SQC208-15

Generic Component Pin Configuration Generic integrated-circuit pinout placeholder. Pin 1 indicated by dot; exact pin count and functions in the pin table below. 1 N 2 N-1 3 N-2 4 N-3 Pin Configuration See pin table below for pin functions Package-specific diagram not available
دبوس 1 I/O — User I/O pin (LAB distributed)
دبوس 2 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 3 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 4 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 5 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 6 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 7 VCCINT — Internal supply voltage (4.75V-5.25V)
دبوس 8 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 9 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 10 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 11 GND — Ground
دبوس 12 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 13 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 14 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 15 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 16 I/O — User I/O pin
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دبوس 18 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 19 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 20 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 21 GND — Ground
دبوس 22 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 23 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 24 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 25 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 26 I/O — User I/O pin
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دبوس 28 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 29 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 30 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 31 VCCIO — I/O supply voltage
دبوس 32 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 33 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 34 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 35 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 36 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 37 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 38 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 39 GND — Ground
دبوس 40 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 41 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 42 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 43 I/O — User I/O pin
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دبوس 45 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 46 I/O — User I/O pin
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دبوس 48 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 49 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 50 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 51 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 52 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 53 TDI — JTAG Test Data In (IEEE 1149.1)
دبوس 54 TMS — JTAG Test Mode Select
دبوس 55 TCK — JTAG Test Clock
دبوس 56 TDO — JTAG Test Data Out
دبوس 57 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 58 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 59 GND — Ground
دبوس 60 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 61 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 62 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 63 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 64 I/O — User I/O pin
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دبوس 67 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 68 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 69 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 70 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 71 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 72 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 73 VCCINT — Internal supply voltage (4.75V-5.25V)
دبوس 74 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 75 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 76 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 77 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 78 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 79 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 80 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 81 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 82 GND — Ground
دبوس 83 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 84 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 85 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 86 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 87 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 88 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 89 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 90 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 91 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 92 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 93 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 94 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 95 VCCIO — I/O supply voltage
دبوس 96 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 97 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 98 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 99 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 100 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 101 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 102 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 103 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 104 GND — Ground
دبوس 105 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 106 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 107 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 108 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 109 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 110 I/O — User I/O pin
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دبوس 112 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 113 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 114 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 115 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 116 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 117 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 118 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 119 VCCINT — Internal supply voltage (4.75V-5.25V)
دبوس 120 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 121 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 122 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 123 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 124 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 125 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 126 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 127 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 128 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 129 GND — Ground
دبوس 130 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 131 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 132 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 133 I/O — User I/O pin
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دبوس 135 I/O — User I/O pin
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دبوس 140 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 141 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 142 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 143 VCCIO — I/O supply voltage
دبوس 144 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 145 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 146 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 147 I/O — User I/O pin
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دبوس 150 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 151 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 152 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 153 GND — Ground
دبوس 154 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 155 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 156 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 157 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 158 I/O — User I/O pin
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دبوس 160 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 161 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 162 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 163 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 164 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 165 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 166 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 167 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 168 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 169 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 170 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 171 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 172 I/O — User I/O pin
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دبوس 174 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 175 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 176 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 177 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 178 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 179 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 180 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 181 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 182 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 183 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 184 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 185 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 186 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 187 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 188 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 189 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 190 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 191 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 192 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 193 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 194 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 195 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 196 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 197 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 198 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 199 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 200 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 201 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 202 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 203 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 204 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 205 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 206 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 207 I/O — User I/O pin
دبوس 208 I/O — User I/O pin

التطبيقات النموذجية

EPM7256SQC208-15 مناسب لـ 6 التطبيقs: Microprocessor Bus-Bridging and Glue Logic, Address Decoding and Chip-Select Generation, Industrial Control State Machines, Telecommunications and Networking Equipment, Replacement of Multiple 74-Series TTL Logic, Legacy Peripheral Interface Bridging.

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Microprocessor Bus-Bridging and Glue Logic

The EPM7256SQC208-15 is widely used as 5V glue logic between legacy microprocessors, memory, and peripherals. With 256 macrocells and 164 user I/Os in a 208-pin PQFP, it can decode full 24-32 bit address buses, generate chip selects for ROM/RAM/IO banks, and arbitrate interrupts without external 74-series TTL parts. The 15 ns pin-to-pin delay easily meets the timing of 33 MHz 80C186, 68k, and 80C51 microcontroller buses, while the 5V VCCINT matches standard TTL rails. Non-volatile EEPROM configuration means the CPLD powers up ready to run, eliminating boot PROM cost and complexity. Designers benefit from deterministic timing that simplifies worst-case analysis in safety-critical industrial controllers.

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Address Decoding and Chip-Select Generation

The EPM7256SQC208-15 excels at address decoding for embedded systems, generating chip-select signals for memory banks and peripherals from a wide microprocessor address bus. Its 256 macrocells can hold dozens of independent address comparators in parallel, each producing a chip-select with deterministic 15 ns propagation - ideal for asynchronous memory and peripheral interfaces. The 164 user I/Os comfortably handle full 32-bit address plus control signal decoding in 80x86, MIPS, and ARM-based designs. JTAG-boundary-scan support allows in-system reprogramming for late-stage BOM changes, and the non-volatile EEPROM ensures the decoder table survives power cycles without boot memory.

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Industrial Control State Machines

In industrial automation, the EPM7256SQC208-15 implements deterministic finite state machines for motor control sequences, safety interlocks, and PLC-style ladder-logic replacement. The 5V tolerance and commercial 0C to +70C operating range suit factory-floor enclosures, while the 16 LAB architecture supports parallel FSMs controlling multiple axes concurrently. The 5000 usable gates and 256 macrocells allow complex sequencer logic - encoder decoding, PWM generation, watchdog timers, and HMI button debouncing - all in a single chip. JTAG ISP enables firmware updates on deployed equipment without removing the CPLD, a key advantage over legacy PAL-based designs.

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Telecommunications and Networking Equipment

The EPM7256SQC208-15 was a workhorse in telecom and networking hardware for PCI/CompactPCI bus arbitration, Utopia framing, and TDM bus multiplexing. Its 164 user I/Os and 15 ns delay handle 33 MHz PCI bus signals with margin, while per-macrocell power-down enables low standby current in always-on network appliances. The 208-pin PQFP footprint is shared with companion ASICs and ASSPs from that era, simplifying board layout. Non-volatile configuration prevents misprogramming from network glitches, and JTAG boundary-scan allows remote board-test access during manufacturing.

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Replacement of Multiple 74-Series TTL Logic

A single EPM7256SQC208-15 can replace dozens of 74LS, 74HC, and 74FTTL packages on legacy boards, freeing board area and reducing power consumption. With 256 macrocells, designers can consolidate address latches, bus transceivers, parity generators, and interrupt controllers into one 208-pin PQFP IC. The 5V TTL-compatible I/O eliminates level-shifters, and the deterministic 15 ns delay is comparable to 74LS TTL, making timing drop-in compatible. EEPROM-backed configuration survives factory reprogramming cycles, while JTAG ISP allows board-level logic changes during prototyping without re-spinning PCBs.

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Legacy Peripheral Interface Bridging

The EPM7256SQC208-15 bridges legacy peripheral interfaces - ISA bus, parallel port, SCSI, IDE - to modern embedded CPUs. With 164 user I/Os, it can multiplex 16-bit ISA data with 24-bit address, plus control signals, in a single device. The 15 ns pin-to-pin delay matches 8 MHz ISA timing, and the 5V tolerance preserves compatibility with legacy peripheral cards. Designers use macrocell-based tri-state buffers to implement bidirectional bus transceivers with arbitration, replacing multiple 74F245/74F244 chips. Non-volatile configuration means the bridge logic is ready instantly at power-up, critical for boot-time peripheral access.

What is the EPM7256SQC208-15?
The EPM7256SQC208-15 is a 256-macrocell CPLD from the Altera (Intel) MAX 7000S family, housed in a 208-pin PQFP package. According to the Altera MAX 7000 datasheet family, it provides 5000 usable gates, 164 user I/Os, and a 15 ns pin-to-pin propagation delay. It is intended for high-density 5V glue-logic, bus-bridging, and state-machine applications.
How many user I/O pins does the EPM7256SQC208-15 have?
The EPM7256SQC208-15 provides 164 user I/O pins distributed across 16 logic array blocks. This count is consistent across the Mouser and Jotrin product listings for the MAX 7000S family. The 208-pin PQFP package leaves the remaining pins allocated to VCCINT, VCCIO, GND, JTAG, and dedicated configuration signals.
What is the operating voltage of the EPM7256SQC208-15?
The EPM7256SQC208-15 operates from a single 4.75 V to 5.25 V supply on VCCINT, which matches standard 5V TTL system rails. According to the MAX 7000 Programmable Logic Device Family datasheet, the I/O banks share the same 5V rail in commercial grades. Industrial-temperature variants (suffix 'I') use the same 5V nominal supply.
What is the propagation delay of the EPM7256SQC208-15?
The EPM7256SQC208-15 has a 15 ns maximum pin-to-pin propagation delay (tPD), as indicated by the '15' speed-grade suffix in the MPN. Faster pin-compatible variants exist: EPM7256SQC208-10 (10 ns) and EPM7256SQC208-7 (7 ns). All three share the same 208-pin PQFP footprint and 256-macrocell architecture.
Is the EPM7256SQC208-15 still in production?
The EPM7256SQC208-15 is classified as Not Recommended for New Designs (NRND) by Altera/Intel, reflecting the maturity of the MAX 7000S family. According to Intel PSG product change notifications, new designs should consider MAX II, MAX V, or MAX 10 CPLDs for active product lines. Existing designs continue to be supported via distributors carrying legacy stock.
Where can I buy the EPM7256SQC208-15?
The EPM7256SQC208-15 is available through authorized distributors including DigiKey (part number 544-1220-ND), Mouser, Octopart-comparing 18 distributors, Xecor, Win Source, and Jotrin. As of 2026-09-13, reference pricing starts at $4.50 for 1-piece quantity. Lead time may vary given the part's NRND status; request a quote for current stock and delivery.
What is the price of the EPM7256SQC208-15?
The EPM7256SQC208-15 reference price as of 2026-09-13 is $4.50 for 1 piece, $4.32 at qty 10, $4.24 at qty 100, $3.95 at qty 500, and $3.65 at qty 1000. These prices were captured from Altera-Price.com listing data; live distributor pricing may differ. Volume discounts become meaningful above 100 pieces, and tape-and-reel packaging can lower unit cost further.
What is the lead time for the EPM7256SQC208-15?
Lead time for the EPM7256SQC208-15 varies by distributor given its NRND lifecycle status. As of 2026-09-13, in-stock inventory has been reported at 2,779 pieces by Altera-Price.com distributors. For guaranteed supply on long production runs, request a quote or consider pin-compatible MAX 7000S variants that remain active in distributor channels.
EPM7256SQC208-15 vs EPM7256SQC208-10 - which should I choose?
The EPM7256SQC208-15 and EPM7256SQC208-10 share the same 256-macrocell, 208-pin PQFP MAX 7000S architecture and are pin-compatible drop-in alternatives. The difference is speed grade: the '-10' offers 10 ns pin-to-pin delay versus 15 ns for the '-15'. Choose EPM7256SQC208-10 when timing margins are tight, and the '-15' when cost outweighs the 5 ns delay advantage.
Can the EPM7256SQC208-7 replace the EPM7256SQC208-15?
Yes. The EPM7256SQC208-7 is a faster pin-compatible drop-in replacement for the EPM7256SQC208-15, offering 7.5 ns pin-to-pin delay in the same 208-pin PQFP package and 256-macrocell MAX 7000S family. The speed upgrade is transparent to existing designs as long as your timing constraints can absorb the improvement. Both parts are pin-to-pin compatible per the Xecor comparison data.
When should I choose the EPM7256SQC208-15 over a MAX II CPLD?
Choose the EPM7256SQC208-15 over a MAX II CPLD when you need 5V-tolerant I/O, an exact 256-macrocell density with 164 user I/Os in a legacy 208-pin PQFP footprint, or direct fit into an existing MAX 7000S board layout. According to Intel migration notes, MAX II is recommended for new low-power 3.3V designs but requires PCB redesign and is not a drop-in replacement.
What is the best drop-in replacement for the EPM7256SQC208-15?
The best drop-in replacements for the EPM7256SQC208-15 are other EPM7256SQC208 speed grades: EPM7256SQC208-7 (7.5 ns), EPM7256SQC208-10 (10 ns), and EPM7256BQC208-7 (7 ns, B-step revision). All share the same 208-pin PQFP footprint, 256 macrocells, and MAX 7000S architecture. They are functionally equivalent with timing improvements only.
Where can I download the EPM7256SQC208-15 datasheet PDF?
The EPM7256SQC208-15 datasheet PDF can be downloaded from Alldatasheet (https://www.alldatasheet.com/datasheet-pdf/pdf/592770/ALTERA/EPM7256SQC208-15.html) or the Octopart datasheet portal (https://octopart.com/datasheet/intel/EPM7256SQC208-15). The document covers the full MAX 7000 Programmable Logic Device Family including pinout, electrical characteristics, and JTAG programming specifications.
Where can I find the EPM7256SQC208-15 pinout?
The EPM7256SQC208-15 pinout for the 208-pin PQFP package is documented in the MAX 7000 Programmable Logic Device Family datasheet. According to Alldatasheet and the Xecor listing, the package is FQFP (also called PQFP208), 28x28 mm, with gull-wing leads. Pin 1 is located at the top-left corner with the standard counter-clockwise numbering convention for PQFP packages.
What are the key specifications of the EPM7256SQC208-15 that engineers should know?
Key specifications: 256 macrocells in 16 LABs, 5000 usable gates, 164 user I/Os, 15 ns tPD, 4.75-5.25V VCCINT, 0C to +70C commercial operating range, 208-pin PQFP (28x28 mm) package, EEPROM-based non-volatile configuration, JTAG IEEE 1149.1 boundary scan, and per-macrocell power management. The 'S' in MAX 7000S denotes in-system programmability via JTAG.
Is there an Intel (non-Altera) equivalent for the EPM7256SQC208-15?
No direct cross-brand drop-in equivalent exists for the EPM7256SQC208-15 in a 208-pin PQFP package. According to the cross-reference data, competing CPLDs from Lattice (e.g., ispMACH 4000 series) and Xilinx (XC9500 series) differ in package, pinout, and programming tools. Engineers seeking drop-in replacements should stay within the MAX 7000S family via speed-grade or revision variants.

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دليل الاختيار

Choose the EPM7256SQC208-15 when you need a 5V-tolerant, 256-macrocell CPLD with JTAG ISP in a 208-pin PQFP for legacy designs operating at bus frequencies up to 33 MHz. It is the right pick for microprocessor glue logic, address decoding, and bus-bridging where 15 ns tPD provides adequate timing margin. If your design requires tighter timing (PCI 33 MHz, faster buses), select the pin-compatible EPM7256SQC208-10 or EPM7256SQC208-7 - both are drop-in upgrades with no PCB changes. For new designs, Intel recommends MAX II, MAX V, or MAX 10 CPLDs (3.3V), but those require PCB redesign and are not drop-in replacements. The MAX 7000 (non-S) variants (EPM7256AQC208-7, EPM7256BQC208-7) offer the same logic capacity but lack ISP and need a hardware programmer.

المقارنة مع البدائل

المعامل هذا المنتج EPM7256SQC208-10 EPM7256SQC208-7 EPM7256BQC208-7 EPM7256AQC208-7 EPM7256SQC208-15N
Brand Altera (Intel PSG) Altera (Intel PSG) Altera (Intel PSG) Altera (Intel PSG) Altera (Intel PSG) Altera (Intel PSG)
Package 208-pin PQFP (28x28 mm) 208-pin PQFP (28x28 mm) - same 208-pin PQFP (28x28 mm) - same 208-pin PQFP (28x28 mm) - same 208-pin PQFP (28x28 mm) - same 208-pin PQFP (28x28 mm) - same
Pin-to-Pin Delay (tPD) 15 ns 10 ns (33% faster) 7.5 ns (50% faster) 7.5 ns (50% faster) 7.5 ns (50% faster) 15 ns (same)
Macrocells 256 256 256 256 256 256
Logic Array Blocks (LABs) 16 16 16 16 16 16
Usable Gates 5000 5000 5000 5000 5000 5000
User I/O Pins 164 164 164 164 164 164
Supply Voltage (VCCINT) 4.75V - 5.25V 4.75V - 5.25V 4.75V - 5.25V 4.75V - 5.25V 4.75V - 5.25V 4.75V - 5.25V
Operating Temperature 0 C to +70 C (Commercial) 0 C to +70 C (Commercial) 0 C to +70 C (Commercial) 0 C to +70 C (Commercial) 0 C to +70 C (Commercial) 0 C to +70 C (Commercial)
Silicon Revision / Family Variant MAX 7000S (S-series, ISP) MAX 7000S (same family) MAX 7000S (same family) MAX 7000 (B-step, no ISP) MAX 7000 (A-step, no ISP) MAX 7000S (same family, lead-free)

أبرز الفروقات

  • Industry-standard MAX 7000S in-system programmability (مقابلEPM7256BQC208-7)
  • Cost-optimized speed grade with full macrocell count (مقابلEPM7256SQC208-10)
  • PQFP package availability for legacy board reuse (مقابلEPM7256SQC208-15N)

ملاحظات التصميم

Provide separate decoupling for VCCINT (4.75V-5.25V) and VCCIO rails with 0.1 uF ceramic capacitors placed within 5 mm of each supply pin. The 208-pin PQFP package has multiple VCC/GND pins distributed across all four quadrants to maintain signal integrity for the 164 user I/Os. A bulk 10-100 uF tantalum or aluminum electrolytic capacitor on each rail handles transient current demand during simultaneous output switching. Keep digital ground returns short and use a solid ground plane beneath the PQFP footprint to minimize VCC bounce on heavily loaded outputs.

The 208-pin PQFP package uses 0.5 mm lead pitch and requires careful PCB layout: 0.15-0.20 mm trace width, 0.15 mm trace spacing, and matched-length routing for critical clock or JTAG signals. Per the MAX 7000 datasheet family layout guidelines, fan-out traces on inner PCB layers should use via-in-pad or near-pad stitching to escape the fine-pitch gull-wing leads. Place the JTAG header (TDI/TMS/TCK/TDO) within 50 mm of the device to keep the boundary-scan chain reliable. Maintain continuous ground plane under the package thermal pad region even though PQFP does not have an exposed pad.

The EPM7256SQC208-15 outputs are TTL-compatible with 24 mA drive strength, suitable for driving terminated 5V buses but care must be taken with simultaneous switching outputs (SSO). Limit the number of simultaneously switching outputs to one LAB (16 macrocells) where possible to control ground bounce. For high-speed buses (>33 MHz), use 22-33 ohm series damping resistors on heavily loaded outputs to reduce ringing. The 15 ns pin-to-pin delay sets a maximum toggle frequency of approximately 33 MHz for registered signals and approximately 50 MHz for combinational paths under ideal conditions.

Do not confuse the speed-grade suffix with macrocell count: the '-15' denotes 15 ns tPD, not 1500 gates. EPM7256 has 256 macrocells regardless of speed grade. Also note that older MAX 7000 (non-S) variants like EPM7256AQC208-7 and EPM7256BQC208-7 lack in-system programmability and require a standalone programmer, while MAX 7000S parts (with the 'S' suffix) support JTAG ISP. When migrating designs between revisions, verify with Altera/Intel MAX+PLUS II legacy software since modern Quartus versions may not support the original MAX 7000 family.

معلومات الامتثال

RoHS
Non Compliant
REACH
Unknown
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
خالٍ من الرصاص
No
خالٍ من الهالوجين
Unknown
المعادن المتنازع عليها
Unknown

Per Altera-Price.com listing, EPM7256SQC208-15 contains lead and is RoHS non-compliant in the standard variant. The 'N' suffix variant (EPM7256SQC208-15N) is lead-free reflow-compatible. AEC-Q100 not applicable for legacy commercial-grade CPLD.

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