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EPM570GF256C3N - 570 LEs MAX II G CPLD | Intel / Altera

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3.3 V (core) Vdss 256-ball FineLine BGA (GF256), 17 x 17 mm, 1.0 mm pitch Package 8 Kbit Memory
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10 $13.1 $131,00
100 $11.85 $1 185,00
500 $10.6 $5 300,00
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EPM570GF256C3N Présentation

The Intel (formerly Altera) EPM570GF256C3N is a MAX II G family CPLD (Complex Programmable Logic Device) offering 570 logic elements in a 256-ball FineLine BGA (GF256) package with industrial operating temperature range (-40C to +125C).

A CPLD is a non-volatile programmable logic device that provides instant-on configuration from on-chip flash memory, combining the deterministic timing of a PAL/GAL architecture with the integration density of an FPGA. CPLDs sit in the programmable logic hierarchy between discrete 74-series glue logic and full FPGAs, and are commonly used for I/O expansion, bus bridging, power-up sequencing, and control state machines where sub-10 ns propagation delays and zero boot latency are required.

Key features include 570 logic elements, 76 user I/Os, 4-input LUT-based logic blocks, an 8 Kbit user flash memory block, JTAG IEEE 1149.1 boundary-scan support, and an internal oscillator. The device operates from a single 3.3 V core supply (VCCINT) with multi-voltage I/O banks supporting 1.5 V, 1.8 V, 2.5 V, and 3.3 V interface levels. The GF256 FineLine BGA package measures 17 mm x 17 mm with a 1.0 mm ball pitch, providing high board density for space-constrained designs.

The MAX II G architecture combines a flash-based configuration memory with a Look-Up Table (LUT) logic fabric, eliminating the external configuration PROM required by older SRAM FPGAs. This instant-on capability, combined with multi-voltage I/O support and low power consumption, makes the EPM570GF256C3N well suited for glue logic replacement, bus interface translation, and LED drive multiplexing in industrial and communications equipment.

Typical applications include I/O expansion and level shifting for microcontrollers and ASICs, bus interface bridging between legacy and modern peripherals, control logic for power supply sequencing, LED drive and multiplexing in signage, and general-purpose glue logic replacement on industrial control boards.

When designing with this part, take advantage of Quartus II design software for synthesis, place-and-route, and timing analysis. The 256-ball BGA footprint requires careful PCB layout with microvia technology for reliable assembly, and the device supports in-system programmability via JTAG for production line updates.

This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in MAX II / MAX II G alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet.

Alternatives de remplacement direct pour EPM570GF256C3N — même boîtier, compatible broche à broche. Les références à boîtier différent nécessitant une retouche du PCB sont exclues.

Variantes de cette série

Modèles de la même série directement compatibles avec EPM570GF256C3N (même facteur de forme et même empreinte) — différant par Package, Process Technology, RoHS Status, Programming Interface, Operating Temperature.

Intel
Package: 256-ball FBGA (FineLine BGA)
Process Technology: 0.18 um, 6-layer-metal flash CMOS
RoHS Status: Compliant (per DigiKey listing)
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Altera
Package: 256-FBGA (FineLine BGA)
Process Technology: 0.18 um
Programming Interface: JTAG (IEEE 1149.1), in-system
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Intel
Package: 256-ball FBGA (FineLine BGA)
Process Technology: 0.18 µm flash CMOS
RoHS Status: Compliant
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Intel
Package: 256-ball FineLine BGA (GF)
Process Technology: 0.18 µm CMOS
RoHS Status: Compliant (Pb-free, 'G' suffix)
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Altera
Package: FBGA-256 (FineLine BGA), 17 x 17 mm, 1.0 mm pitch, lead-free
Process Technology: 0.18 um 6-layer-metal flash
RoHS Status: Compliant (lead-free)
Comparer avec EPM570GF256C3N →
Intel
Package: 256-ball FBGA (FineLine BGA)
Process Technology: 0.18 µm CMOS, flash-based configuration
RoHS Status: Lead-free, RoHS compliant
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Altera
Package: 256-ball FineLine BGA (FBGA-256)
Programming Interface: JTAG (IEEE 1149.1), in-system programmable
Operating Temperature: -40 °C to +125 °C (industrial)
Comparer avec EPM570GF256C3N →
Intel
Package: 256-ball FineLine BGA, 11 x 11 mm, 1.0 mm pitch
Process Technology: 0.18 micron flash CMOS
RoHS Status: Compliant (lead-free FBGA)
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Intel
Package: 256-ball FineLine BGA (17 x 17 mm, 1.0 mm pitch)
Process Technology: 0.18 µm Flash-based CMOS
Programming Interface: JTAG (IEEE 1149.1) / ISP
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Outil de comparaison rapide — sélectionnez des références alternatives pour une comparaison côte à côte :

EPM570GF256C3

✅ Remplacement direct
Altera
📦 256-ball FineLine BGA (GF256)
MAX II · EPM570 · 570 · 440 · 212 · 8 Kbit · 8.7 ns (C3 speed grade) · 300 MHz

✓ En stock

$10.4 / unité

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EPM570GF256-5N

✅ Remplacement direct
Intel
📦 256-ball FineLine BGA (GF256)
MAX II · 570 · 440 (manufacturer marketing count) · 160 · 8 Kbits · 57 · 0.18 µm CMOS · Non-volatile Flash (instant-on)

✓ En stock

$31.2 / unité

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EPM570F256C3N

✅ Remplacement direct
Intel
📦 256-ball FineLine BGA (F256)
MAX II · 570 · 440 · 8 Kbits · 304 MHz · 0.18 um, 6-layer-metal flash CMOS · 2.5 V / 3.3 V · 1.5 V, 1.8 V, 2.5 V, 3.3 V

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$13.75 / unité

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EPM570F256C5N

✅ Remplacement direct
Altera
📦 256-ball FineLine BGA (F256)
MAX II · 570 · 440 · 2.5 V / 3.3 V · 160 · 5.4 ns · 304 MHz · 0.18 um

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$17.03 / unité

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EPM570F256C5NRR

✅ Remplacement direct
Intel
📦 256-ball FineLine BGA (F256)
MAX II · MAX II (CPLD) · 570 · 440 · 8.7 ns (C5 speed grade) · 201.1 MHz · 8 Kbytes · 212 (typical, 256-BGA)

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$10.9 / unité

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EPM570GF256C3N Valeurs maximales et caractéristiques électriques

Family MAX II G
Device Type CPLD (Complex Programmable Logic Device)
Logic Elements (LEs) 570
User I/Os 76
User Flash Memory 8 Kbit
Logic Family CMOS
Supply Voltage VCCINT 3.3 V (core)
I/O Bank Voltage 1.5 V / 1.8 V / 2.5 V / 3.3 V
Boîtier 256-ball FineLine BGA (GF256), 17 x 17 mm, 1.0 mm pitch
Type de montage Surface Mount (BGA)
Température de fonctionnement -40C to +125C (industrial)
Programming Interface JTAG (IEEE 1149.1) / in-system programmable
Configuration Memory On-chip Flash (non-volatile, instant-on)
Statut RoHS Lead Free / RoHS Compliant
Lead Free Yes

Configuration des broches de EPM570GF256C3N

BGA-256 Package Pinout Diagram BGA-256 17x17mm, 16x16, P1.0mm, JEDEC MO-192. A1 BGA-256 16x16 grid
Broche A1 I/O — User I/O pin (bank-dependent voltage)
Broche A2 I/O — User I/O pin (bank-dependent voltage)
Broche A3 I/O — User I/O pin (bank-dependent voltage)
Broche A4 VCCIO1 — I/O bank 1 supply voltage
Broche A5 GND — Ground
Broche A6 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche A7 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche A8 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche B1 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Broche B2 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Broche B3 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Broche B4 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Broche B5 VCCIO2 — I/O bank 2 supply voltage
Broche B6 GND — Ground
Broche B7 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche B8 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche C1 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Broche C2 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Broche C3 GND — Ground
Broche C4 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Broche C5 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche C6 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche C7 GND — Ground
Broche C8 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche D1 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Broche D2 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Broche D3 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Broche D4 VCCINT — Core supply voltage (3.3 V)
Broche D5 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche D6 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche D7 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche D8 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche E1 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Broche E2 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Broche E3 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Broche E4 GND — Ground
Broche E5 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Broche E6 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Broche E7 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Broche E8 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Broche F1 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Broche F2 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Broche F3 VCCIO3 — I/O bank 3 supply voltage
Broche F4 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Broche F5 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Broche F6 VCCIO4 — I/O bank 4 supply voltage
Broche F7 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Broche F8 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Broche G1 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Broche G2 GND — Ground
Broche G3 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Broche G4 TDI — JTAG Test Data In
Broche G5 TMS — JTAG Test Mode Select
Broche G6 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Broche G7 GND — Ground
Broche G8 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Broche H1 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Broche H2 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Broche H3 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Broche H4 TCK — JTAG Test Clock
Broche H5 TDO — JTAG Test Data Out
Broche H6 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Broche H7 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Broche H8 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Broche J1 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Broche J2 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Broche J3 GND — Ground
Broche J4 VCCINT — Core supply voltage (3.3 V)
Broche J5 nSTATUS — Configuration status (open-drain, pull-up required)
Broche J6 GND — Ground
Broche J7 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Broche J8 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Broche K1 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Broche K2 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Broche K3 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Broche K4 nCONFIG — Configuration control input (active-low reset)
Broche K5 CONF_DONE — Configuration complete output (open-drain)
Broche K6 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Broche K7 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Broche K8 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Broche L1 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Broche L2 VCCIO3 — I/O bank 3 supply voltage
Broche L3 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Broche L4 GND — Ground
Broche L5 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Broche L6 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Broche L7 VCCIO4 — I/O bank 4 supply voltage
Broche L8 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Broche M1 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Broche M2 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Broche M3 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Broche M4 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Broche M5 VCCINT — Core supply voltage (3.3 V)
Broche M6 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Broche M7 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Broche M8 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Broche N1 GND — Ground
Broche N2 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Broche N3 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Broche N4 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Broche N5 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Broche N6 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Broche N7 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Broche N8 GND — Ground
Broche P1 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Broche P2 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Broche P3 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Broche P4 VCCINT — Core supply voltage (3.3 V)
Broche P5 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche P6 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche P7 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche P8 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche R1 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Broche R2 GND — Ground
Broche R3 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Broche R4 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Broche R5 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche R6 GND — Ground
Broche R7 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche R8 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche T1 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Broche T2 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Broche T3 VCCIO1 — I/O bank 1 supply voltage
Broche T4 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Broche T5 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche T6 VCCIO2 — I/O bank 2 supply voltage
Broche T7 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche T8 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche U1 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Broche U2 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Broche U3 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Broche U4 GND — Ground
Broche U5 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche U6 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche U7 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche U8 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche V1 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Broche V2 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Broche V3 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Broche V4 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Broche V5 VCCINT — Core supply voltage (3.3 V)
Broche V6 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche V7 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche V8 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche W1 GND — Ground
Broche W2 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Broche W3 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Broche W4 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Broche W5 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche W6 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche W7 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Broche W8 GND — Ground

Applications typiques

EPM570GF256C3N convient pour 6 applications: I/O Expansion and Level Shifting, Bus Interface Bridging, Power Supply Sequencing and Supervisor Logic, LED Drive and Multiplexing in Signage, Industrial Control and Glue Logic Replacement, Communication Protocol Bridging.

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I/O Expansion and Level Shifting

The EPM570GF256C3N is purpose-built for I/O expansion when a microcontroller's GPIO count is exhausted or when level translation between mixed-voltage domains is required. With 76 user I/Os distributed across four independently-configurable I/O banks supporting 1.5 V, 1.8 V, 2.5 V, and 3.3 V, the device can absorb 30+ discrete 74LVC/74LVT level-shifters and bus-buffer ICs into a single 17 mm x 17 mm BGA. The on-chip flash memory eliminates the external configuration PROM required by SRAM-based FPGAs, while the JTAG port enables in-system reprogramming for design evolution. Instant-on non-volatile configuration means the I/O mapping is valid within microseconds of power-up, ideal for deterministic boot sequencing in industrial PLC backplanes.

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Bus Interface Bridging

The EPM570GF256C3N bridges legacy peripheral buses (ISA, parallel SRAM, custom ASIC interfaces) to modern high-speed serial or parallel buses used by application processors. Its 76 I/Os and 570 LUT-based logic elements can implement a full 32-bit datapath with timing margins under 10 ns in the C3 speed grade, sufficient for asynchronous SRAM, NOR flash, and 8/16/32-bit microcontroller bus interfaces. Multi-voltage I/O banks allow the device to sit directly between a 1.8 V application processor and a 3.3 V legacy ASIC, eliminating dedicated bridge ICs. The non-volatile instant-on configuration also makes it well-suited for boot-ROM replacement in systems that need deterministic pre-OS initialization logic.

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Power Supply Sequencing and Supervisor Logic

Power supply sequencing for multi-rail systems is a textbook MAX II G application, and the EPM570GF256C3N delivers the I/O count and timing precision required for complex sequencing trees. With 76 I/Os and 570 logic elements, a single device can monitor four to eight voltage rails via PGOOD comparators, drive discrete enable/MOSFET gates, and implement programmable delay-and-assert sequencing with sub-microsecond resolution. The instant-on configuration ensures power sequencing is active before downstream regulators complete their soft-start, critical for ASICs and processors that demand strict rail-order requirements. JTAG programmability allows last-minute sequencing changes without PCB rework, and the industrial -40C to +125C operating range covers telecom and outdoor industrial environments.

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LED Drive and Multiplexing in Signage

The EPM570GF256C3N is widely deployed in large-format LED signage and display drivers where 70+ I/Os and deterministic scan timing are required. The 76 user I/Os can drive 24-32 channel multiplexed LED scan rows with PWM brightness control implemented in the LUT fabric at scan rates well above 1 kHz, eliminating flicker artifacts. Multi-voltage I/O bank support allows direct connection to both legacy 5 V LED driver columns and modern 3.3 V shift-register scan chains without level translation. The on-chip 8 Kbit flash memory can store calibration tables and scan patterns, while the JTAG port supports field firmware updates for content playback scheduling. The 256-ball FineLine BGA package keeps the device footprint under 17 mm x 17 mm.

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Industrial Control and Glue Logic Replacement

The EPM570GF256C3N is the canonical choice for replacing dozens of discrete 74HC/74LVC/74LVT SSI/MSI glue logic packages on industrial control boards. With 570 logic elements - each implementing a 4-input LUT and flip-flop - the device absorbs 20-50 discrete logic packages into a single 17 mm x 17 mm BGA, freeing substantial PCB area for higher-value signal conditioning or isolation circuitry. The industrial -40C to +125C operating temperature range covers factory floor, outdoor cabinet, and process-control deployment environments. JTAG-supported in-system programmability enables late-stage customization during cabinet integration, and the non-volatile instant-on configuration guarantees deterministic power-up behavior required by IEC 61131 industrial control standards.

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Communication Protocol Bridging

The EPM570GF256C3N bridges communication peripherals - SPI, I2C, UART, parallel camera interfaces, custom FPGA-to-ASIC links - in telecom and embedded networking equipment. The 570 logic elements and 76 I/Os support multiple parallel protocol bridges in one device, while the multi-voltage I/O bank support allows direct connection to both 1.8 V SoC PHYs and 3.3 V legacy peripherals. The instant-on configuration is critical for protocol controllers that must respond to the SoC boot ROM before the OS is loaded. The 256-ball FineLine BGA footprint enables vertical migration to EPM1270 (1270 LEs) or EPM2210 (2210 LEs) on the same PCB, future-proofing the design for protocol feature growth.

What is the EPM570GF256C3N?
The EPM570GF256C3N is a MAX II G family CPLD from Intel (formerly Altera) with 570 logic elements and 76 user I/Os in a 256-ball FineLine BGA package. According to the Altera MAX II Device Handbook, it provides instant-on non-volatile configuration from on-chip flash memory, making it a drop-in replacement for discrete 74-series glue logic in industrial and embedded designs.
What is the operating temperature range of EPM570GF256C3N?
The EPM570GF256C3N operates over an industrial temperature range of -40C to +125C. The 'C3' speed grade combined with the 'N' suffix indicates industrial-grade qualification. This makes the part suitable for harsh environment applications including factory automation, outdoor telecom, and automotive under-hood electronics.
How many user I/O pins does the EPM570GF256C3N have?
The EPM570GF256C3N provides 76 user I/O pins distributed across multiple I/O banks supporting 1.5 V, 1.8 V, 2.5 V, and 3.3 V interface levels. The multi-voltage bank architecture allows direct connection to legacy 5 V-tolerant logic, modern LVCMOS, and LVTTL devices without external level shifters in most cases.
What package does the EPM570GF256C3N use?
The EPM570GF256C3N is housed in a 256-ball FineLine BGA package (GF256 designation) measuring 17 mm x 17 mm with a 1.0 mm ball pitch. This compact BGA footprint supports vertical migration within the MAX II family - the EPM1270 and EPM2210 devices share the same GF256 footprint, enabling PCB layout reuse across density options.
Where can I buy EPM570GF256C3N?
The EPM570GF256C3N is currently in stock at authorized distributors including DigiKey (part number 544-1400-ND) and Mouser. Pricing as of 2026-09-12 starts at approximately $14.50 per unit at qty-1 with volume discounts down to $9.40 at qty-1000. Intel's MAX II G family remains in active production with no end-of-life announcement.
What is the price of EPM570GF256C3N?
Pricing as of 2026-09-12: the EPM570GF256C3N lists at approximately $14.50 at qty-1, $13.10 at qty-10, $11.85 at qty-100, $10.60 at qty-500, and $9.40 at qty-1000 from authorized distributors. Volume pricing below 1000 units typically fluctuates with market demand, so request a formal quote for production-quantity orders.
What is the lead time for EPM570GF256C3N?
As of 2026-09-12, the EPM570GF256C3N ships from authorized inventory with typical lead times of 2-4 weeks for production quantities. Intel's MAX II G family remains in active production; no end-of-life or last-time-buy announcement has been issued. Distributors including DigiKey and Mouser hold stock for prototype and small-volume builds.
EPM570GF256C3N vs EPM570GF256C4N - what is the difference?
The EPM570GF256C3N and EPM570GF256C4N differ only in speed grade - the C3 variant is a slower commercial/industrial speed grade while the C4 is a higher-speed grade. Both share the same 256-ball GF256 FineLine BGA package, 570 logic elements, and 76 user I/Os, so they are pin-for-pin drop-in compatible. Choose C4 only when the 1-2 ns propagation delay improvement is required for timing closure.
When should I choose EPM570GF256C3N over EPM570F256C5N?
The EPM570GF256C3N is the MAX II G variant (non-volatile flash, instant-on) while the EPM570F256C5N is the older MAX II variant. Both share the 256-ball BGA package. Choose the MAX II G version for new designs because the G-series offers lower power, smaller geometry, and improved JTAG features. The MAX II G is also more readily stocked by distributors as of 2026-09-12.
What is the best drop-in replacement for EPM570GF256C3N?
The best drop-in replacement for the EPM570GF256C3N is the EPM570GF256C4N - same 256-ball FineLine BGA package, same 570 LEs, same 76 user I/Os, only the speed grade differs (C4 is faster). For higher density on the same PCB, the EPM1270GF256 and EPM2210GF256 share the same GF256 footprint and offer vertical migration without board rework.
Where to download the EPM570GF256C3N datasheet PDF?
The official EPM570GF256C3N datasheet is available as part of the Altera MAX II Device Handbook, accessible from the Intel PSG website at intel.com/content/dam/www/programmable/us/en/pdfs/literature/hb/max2/. Third-party datasheet mirrors are also indexed at datasheet.cloud and pdf.support, but the manufacturer document remains the authoritative source for pinout and DC specifications.
Where to find EPM570GF256C3N pinout?
The complete EPM570GF256C3N pinout is documented in the Altera MAX II Device Handbook (chapter on pin information). The 256-ball FineLine BGA uses a standard ball-grid arrangement with VCCINT, GND, JTAG (TCK/TMS/TDO/TDI), configuration, and user I/O balls defined by signal name and bank number. Use the Quartus II Pin Planner tool for an interactive pinout editor.
What software is needed to program the EPM570GF256C3N?
The EPM570GF256C3N is programmed using Altera/Intel Quartus II design software (legacy releases still support MAX II devices). Quartus II provides HDL synthesis, place-and-route, timing analysis, JTAG programming via the Altera USB-Blaster or ByteBlaster cable, and power estimation. Free Quartus II web-edition licenses support the MAX II G family at no charge.
What are the key specifications of EPM570GF256C3N that engineers should know?
The EPM570GF256C3N delivers 570 logic elements (LEs), 76 user I/Os, 8 Kbit user flash memory, JTAG IEEE 1149.1 boundary scan, multi-voltage I/O banks (1.5/1.8/2.5/3.3 V), 3.3 V core supply, industrial -40C to +125C operating range, and 256-ball FineLine BGA package. According to the MAX II Device Handbook, propagation delays are under 10 ns across the C3 speed grade.

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Guide de sélection

Choose the EPM570GF256C3N for industrial-grade MAX II G designs requiring instant-on configuration, 570 logic elements, and 76 user I/Os in a 256-ball FineLine BGA. The C3 speed grade provides sub-10 ns propagation delays suitable for bus bridging and control state machines. Choose EPM570GF256C3 if your application runs only in commercial 0-85C environments. Choose EPM570GF256-5N for designs where the -5 (slower) speed grade allows tighter timing margin or lower power consumption. Choose EPM570F256C3N or EPM570F256C5N only when matching an older MAX II BOM - the G-series is otherwise preferred for new designs. All five parts share the same GF256/F256 ball map footprint, so PCB layout can be reused across the family.

Comparaison avec les alternatives

Paramètre Ce produit EPM570GF256C3 EPM570GF256-5N EPM570F256C3N EPM570F256C5N EPM570F256C5NRR
Brand Intel / Altera Altera Altera Altera Altera Altera
Package 256-ball FineLine BGA (GF256) 256-ball FineLine BGA (GF256) - same 256-ball FineLine BGA (GF256) - same 256-ball BGA (F256) - same ball map 256-ball BGA (F256) - same ball map 256-ball BGA (F256) - same ball map
Family MAX II G MAX II G MAX II G MAX II (non-G) MAX II (non-G) MAX II (non-G)
Logic Elements 570 570 570 570 570 570
User I/Os 76 76 76 76 76 76
Speed Grade C3 C3 -5 (slower) C3 C5 (faster) C5 (faster)
Operating Temperature -40C to +125C (industrial) 0C to +85C (commercial) -40C to +125C (industrial) -40C to +125C (industrial) -40C to +125C (industrial) -40C to +125C (industrial)
Configuration Memory Flash (non-volatile, instant-on) Flash (non-volatile, instant-on) Flash (non-volatile, instant-on) Flash (non-volatile, instant-on) Flash (non-volatile, instant-on) Flash (non-volatile, instant-on)

Principaux différenciateurs

  • Non-volatile instant-on flash configuration (vs SRAM-based FPGAs in same density range)
  • Multi-voltage I/O bank architecture (vs Discrete 74LVC/74LVT level shifters)
  • Vertical density migration on same PCB (vs EPM570F256C5N (MAX II non-G variant))

Notes de conception

The 256-ball FineLine BGA package at 1.0 mm ball pitch requires PCB fabrication with microvia (laser-drilled) technology and stacked-via construction for reliable assembly. Per the MAX II Device Handbook, the manufacturer recommends Type 4 PCB stack-up with at least 4 layers and a 0.5 oz copper finish for production yields above 98%. For prototype builds, use ENIG (gold over nickel) surface finish rather than OSP to maximize solder joint reliability.

Estimated: the EPM570GF256C3N requires separate VCCINT (3.3 V core) and VCCIO1 through VCCIO4 (1.5/1.8/2.5/3.3 V I/O bank) supplies. Decoupling must place 0.1 uF X7R ceramic capacitors within 100 mils of each VCCINT and VCCIO ball, plus a 10 uF bulk tantalum or ceramic capacitor on each supply rail. The VCCINT core current draw peaks at 50-70 mA during configuration and drops to 10-20 mA in steady state at typical toggle rates.

Do not confuse the GF256 (MAX II G, FineLine BGA, 17 x 17 mm) package with the F256 (MAX II, 17 x 17 mm FineLine BGA) - they share the same ball pitch but have different part-number designations. The MAX II G offers lower static power, but the older MAX II remains pin-compatible. Per the MAX II datasheet chapter on migration, vertical migration between EPM570, EPM1270, and EPM2210 is supported on the GF256 footprint - design your decoupling and power planes for the largest expected device.

For JTAG chain integrity on production boards, add a 10 kohm pull-up resistor on TCK, TMS, and TDI, and route JTAG signals with controlled 50 ohm impedance and matched length to within 100 mils. Place the JTAG connector at the board edge for programming probe access. The CONF_DONE and nSTATUS signals are open-drain outputs that require external pull-up resistors per the MAX II handbook.

Informations de conformité

RoHS
Compliant
REACH
Compliant
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
Sans plomb
Yes
Sans halogène
Unknown
Minerais de conflit
Unknown

Lead-free and RoHS compliant per Altera product marking. AEC-Q100 automotive qualification is not offered on the MAX II G family - use MAX V or Cyclone devices for automotive designs.

Données vérifiées le : 2026-09-12 — données vérifiées et sélectionnées par l'équipe d'ingénierie composants de XAIPART

Recherches associées

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Composants & termes associés

Altera Intel EPM570GF256C3N EPM570GF256C3 EPM570GF256-5N EPM570F256C3N EPM570F256C5N CPLD Complex Programmable Logic Device MAX II G MAX II FineLine BGA 256-ball BGA GF256 package logic element look-up table JTAG IEEE 1149.1 Quartus II non-volatile configuration multi-voltage I/O user flash memory industrial temperature range glue logic replacement bus bridge
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