EPM570GF256C3N - 570 LEs MAX II G CPLD | Intel / Altera
Référence : EPM570GF256C3N ✓ Actif| Qté | Prix unitaire | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $14.5 | $14,50 |
| 10 | $13.1 | $131,00 |
| 100 | $11.85 | $1 185,00 |
| 500 | $10.6 | $5 300,00 |
| 1 000 | $9.4 | $9 400,00 |
EPM570GF256C3N Présentation
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.
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EPM570GF256C3
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Voir la fiche technique →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
| 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.
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.
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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
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.