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EPM7128SQC160-15N - 128-Macro 15ns CPLD MAX 7000 | Intel / Altera

부품 번호: EPM7128SQC160-15N ✗ 단종
재고 있음 영업일 기준 1~3일 내 발송
5 V Vdss 160-pin PQFP / BQFP (Plastic Quad Flat Pack) Package 76.9 MHz Speed
시작가 $23 USD / 개
MOQ: 1 |
가격 업데이트: 2026-09-12
볼륨 가격
수량 단가 합계
1 $44.11 $44.11
10 $39.7 $397.00
100 $33.1 $3,310.00
500 $27.6 $13,800.00
1,000 $23 $23,000.00
ℹ️ 모든 가격은 USD 기준입니다

EPM7128SQC160-15N 개요

The Intel / Altera (formerly Altera) EPM7128SQC160-15N is a 128-macrocell, 100-IO Complex Programmable Logic Device (CPLD) from the second-generation MAX 7000 family, housed in a 160-pin Plastic Quad Flat Pack (PQFP-160 / BQFP-160) package. Built on a 5V-tolerant CMOS EEPROM process, it provides 15ns pin-to-pin logic delay, a 76.9 MHz internal counter frequency, and 2.5K usable gates, making it suitable for medium-density glue-logic and bus-interface applications.

A CPLD (Complex Programmable Logic Device) is a non-volatile programmable logic device that combines the instant-on characteristics of PAL/GAL architecture with the density of a small FPGA. Within the broader programmable-logic taxonomy, CPLDs sit between discrete PALs (small, simple, fast) and FPGAs (large, register-rich, SRAM-based). The MAX 7000 family was Altera's second-generation CPLD architecture (succeeding the classic MAX 5000/9000) and introduced the multi-matrix interconnect plus ISP (in-system programmability) via JTAG, features that made it the de-facto industry standard for glue logic from the mid-1990s onward.

Key features of the EPM7128SQC160-15N include 128 macrocells arranged in 8 logic array blocks (LABs), 100 user I/O pins, 15ns combinatorial propagation delay, a maximum internal counter frequency of 76.9 MHz, and 5V-tolerant I/O supporting both 3.3V and 5V mixed-voltage systems. The device is non-volatile (EEPROM-based) so the configuration is retained without an external boot PROM, and it supports in-system programming via the JTAG-compatible 4-pin interface. Programmable interconnect allows wide AND-OR logic functions across LABs with predictable timing.

The architecture uses Altera's classic MAX (Multiple Array matriX) routing structure: each LAB contains 16 macrocells that share a programmable interconnect array, and LABs communicate through the PIA (Programmable Interconnect Array). This gives the EPM7128SQC160-15N deterministic, pin-locked timing that does not change with routing density - a property that distinguishes CPLDs from SRAM-based FPGAs where delay varies with placement.

Typical applications include bus-interface bridging (PCI/ISA glue logic), address decoding and chip-select generation, power-up sequencing and reset distribution, motor control peripheral logic, industrial PLC I/O expansion, and replacement of multiple discrete TTL/CMOS logic packages. The wide 5V I/O tolerance is especially valued when interfacing legacy microcontrollers or bus transceivers to modern 3.3V ASICs.

When designing with this device, note that the PQFP-160 footprint has longer lead lengths than modern BGA/QFN packages, which limits high-speed signal edge rates above ~50 MHz. For new designs above 100 MHz I/O, consider migrating to a MAX V, MAX 10, or MAX II CPLD in a smaller QFN package while preserving the MAX 7000 logic architecture.

This page synthesizes distributor pricing, SameFrame-pinout drop-in alternatives, and practical glue-logic design notes not found in the original 1998-vintage datasheet.

드롭인 대체품: EPM7128SQC160-15N — 동일 패키지, 핀 호환. PCB 재작업이 필요한 다른 패키지 부품은 제외됩니다.

이 시리즈의 변형

다음과 드롭인 호환되는 동일 시리즈 모델: EPM7128SQC160-15N (동일 폼 팩터 및 풋프린트) — 차이점: Package, Operating Temperature, Supply Voltage (VCCINT), Logic Array Blocks (LABs), Usable Gates.

Altera
Package: 100-pin PQFP (Plastic Quad Flat Pack)
Operating Temperature: 0C to +70C (Commercial)
Supply Voltage (VCCINT): 5 V (5% tolerance)
비교 대상: EPM7128SQC160-15N →
Altera
Package: 160-pin PQFP
Operating Temperature: 0C to +70C (commercial)
Usable Gates: 2,500
비교 대상: EPM7128SQC160-15N →
Intel
Package: 160-pin PQFP
Operating Temperature: -40C to +85C (industrial, N suffix)
Usable Gates: 2,500
비교 대상: EPM7128SQC160-15N →
Intel
Operating Temperature: 0C to +70C (commercial grade)
비교 대상: EPM7128SQC160-15N →
Altera
Package: 160-Pin PQFP (28 × 28 mm)
Supply Voltage (VCCINT): 4.75 V to 5.25 V (5 V nominal)
Logic Array Blocks (LABs): 4
비교 대상: EPM7128SQC160-15N →
Intel
Package: PQFP-160 (Plastic Quad Flat Pack)
비교 대상: EPM7128SQC160-15N →

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EPM7128SQC160-15

✅ 드롭인
Intel
📦 PQFP-160
MAX 7000 · In-System Programmable (EEPROM) · 128 · 8 (LABs of 16 macrocells each) · 2,500 · 100 · 15 ns max · 4.5 ns

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$9.95 / 개

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EPM7128SQC160-10

✅ 드롭인
Altera
📦 PQFP-160
MAX 7000 · MAX 7000S · 128 · 2,500 · 8 · 100 · 100 MHz · 10 ns

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$14.2 / 개

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EPM7128SQC160-10N

✅ 드롭인
Intel
📦 PQFP-160
MAX 7000 · CPLD (Complex Programmable Logic Device) · 128 · 2,500 · 100 · 160 LE (per datasheet macrocell blocks) · 5 V · 100 MHz

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$9.2 / 개

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EPM7128SQC100-15

✅ 드롭인
Altera
📦 PQFP-160
MAX 7000 · CPLD (Complex Programmable Logic Device) · 128 · 4 (16 macrocells each) · 84 · 15 ns · 2,500 gates

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$8.2 / 개

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EPM7128SQC160-15N 최대 정격 & 전기적 특성

Product Type CPLD (Complex Programmable Logic Device)
Family MAX 7000
Macro Cells 128
Logic Array Blocks (LABs) 8
User I/O Count 100
Usable Gates 2.5K
Propagation Delay (tPD) 15 ns
Maximum Internal Frequency 76.9 MHz
Supply Voltage (VCCINT) 5 V
I/O Voltage Tolerance 3.3 V / 5 V mixed
Programming Technology EEPROM (non-volatile)
In-System Programmability Yes (JTAG-compatible)
패키지 160-pin PQFP / BQFP (Plastic Quad Flat Pack)
실장 유형 Surface Mount
동작 온도 0°C to +70°C (commercial)

EPM7128SQC160-15N 핀 구성

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
핀 1 I/O — User I/O pin (function per design)
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핀 11 GND — Ground
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핀 21 GND — Ground
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핀 31 GND — Ground
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핀 41 GND — Ground
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핀 51 GND — Ground
핀 52 I/O — User I/O pin (function per design)
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핀 60 I/O — User I/O pin (function per design)
핀 61 GND — Ground
핀 62 I/O — User I/O pin (function per design)
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핀 71 GND — Ground
핀 72 I/O — User I/O pin (function per design)
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핀 80 I/O — User I/O pin (function per design)
핀 81 GND — Ground
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핀 91 GND — Ground
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핀 101 GND — Ground
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핀 111 GND — Ground
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핀 121 GND — Ground
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핀 131 GND — Ground
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핀 141 GND — Ground
핀 142 I/O — User I/O pin (function per design)
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핀 150 I/O — User I/O pin (function per design)
핀 151 TDI — JTAG Test Data In (dedicated)
핀 152 TMS — JTAG Test Mode Select (dedicated)
핀 153 TCK — JTAG Test Clock (dedicated)
핀 154 I/O — User I/O pin (function per design)
핀 155 I/O — User I/O pin (function per design)
핀 156 I/O — User I/O pin (function per design)
핀 157 I/O — User I/O pin (function per design)
핀 158 I/O — User I/O pin (function per design)
핀 159 TDO — JTAG Test Data Out (dedicated)
핀 160 VCC — Core + I/O supply (5 V)

일반적인 애플리케이션

EPM7128SQC160-15N 적합 용도: 7 애플리케이션s: PCI / ISA Bus Glue Logic, Address Decoding & Chip-Select Generation, Power-Up Sequencing & Reset Distribution, Motor Control Peripheral Logic, Industrial PLC I/O Expansion, Legacy TTL / CMOS Logic Replacement, Embedded System Peripheral Bridging.

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PCI / ISA Bus Glue Logic

The EPM7128SQC160-15N fits PCI/ISA bus glue-logic roles because its 128 macrocells provide ample AND-OR decoding capacity for chip-select generation, address decoding, and bus-cycle control. Its 15 ns tPD comfortably meets the 33 MHz PCI clock-to-output timing (minimum 30 ns cycle budget allows ~15 ns combinational delay), and the 100 user I/Os support the wide bus and interrupt/grant signals of legacy PC architectures. The non-volatile EEPROM configuration eliminates boot-PROM overhead - critical for instant-on BIOS extension ROMs and adapter cards. Compared to discrete 74LS/74FTTL gates, a single EPM7128SQC160-15N replaces dozens of packages, reducing PCB area and BOM cost while preserving deterministic, pin-locked timing.

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Address Decoding & Chip-Select Generation

The EPM7128SQC160-15N is widely deployed as an address decoder in microcontroller and embedded systems. Its wide AND-OR product-term architecture can decode large address ranges - up to the full 24- or 32-bit address space - in a single device, producing chip-select strobes for memory banks, peripherals, and I/O expanders. The 15 ns propagation delay ensures chip-selects are valid before the CPU's first memory-access cycle, eliminating wait-state insertion. Non-volatile EEPROM programming means the decoding map is fixed at power-up with no bootloader overhead. Compared to discrete 74HC138/139 decoders, the CPLD approach supports custom, non-power-of-two decode regions and reduces part count.

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Power-Up Sequencing & Reset Distribution

Power-up sequencing in multi-rail systems benefits from the EPM7128SQC160-15N's deterministic timing and instant-on behavior. The MAX 7000S EEPROM configuration is valid within microseconds of VCC ramp, allowing the CPLD to drive early-stage enables such as the core voltage regulator's PG (Power Good) handshakes before the main CPU resets. With 100 I/Os, it can fan out independent reset and enable signals to multiple ASICs, FPGAs, and analog rails, each gated by its own programmable time delay built from internal macrocell counters. The 5V-tolerant I/O and 3.3V/5V mixed-voltage support make it ideal for sequencing mixed-voltage boards. This usage remains common in industrial PLC backplanes and telecom line cards.

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Motor Control Peripheral Logic

Industrial motor drives use the EPM7128SQC160-15N as peripheral glue between a microcontroller/DSP and the power stage. Typical functions include PWM dead-time insertion, fault-input synchronization, encoder quadrature decoding, and gate-driver enable logic - all of which require deterministic, sub-microsecond timing that the 15 ns tPD comfortably provides. The 100 user I/Os interface to multiple Hall-effect sensors, encoder channels, and isolated gate drivers, while the 5V-tolerant I/O directly accepts 5V Hall/encoder signals without level shifters. The non-volatile EEPROM configuration survives factory-programmed motor profiles that must persist across power cycles. The MAX 7000S SameFrame footprint lets designers migrate to higher-density 256-macrocell MAX 7000S parts as control complexity grows.

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Industrial PLC I/O Expansion

PLC backplanes use the EPM7128SQC160-15N as a flexible I/O expansion and isolation interface between the central processor and field-side drivers. Its 100 user I/Os can scan a multi-module backplane, debounce mechanical contacts in hardware (via macrocell flip-flops), and present a clean register-mapped interface to the CPU. The EEPROM-based configuration lets OEMs re-flash I/O maps via JTAG without changing firmware, accelerating line-rebuild. The 5V-tolerant I/O tolerates noisy 24V field-side signals after simple resistive dividers. Industrial customers value the part's long lifecycle, wide operating range, and SameFrame migration path, even though the silicon is NRD.

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Legacy TTL / CMOS Logic Replacement

A classic use of the EPM7128SQC160-15N is consolidating dozens of discrete 74LS/74HC/74FTTL packages into a single programmable device, simplifying PCB layout and BOM. Its 128 macrocells typically replace 20-40 SSI/MSI packages while preserving exact logic function and timing. This reduces PCB layer count, assembly cost, and test time. The 5V I/O is directly compatible with legacy TTL thresholds, eliminating level translation. This use case is especially valuable in aerospace, defense, and industrial OEMs maintaining production of legacy systems where re-spinning a board for a different CPLD family would require re-certification. The EEPROM configuration is also more reliable than soldered-in discrete logic.

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Embedded System Peripheral Bridging

Bridging mismatched peripherals - for example, an 8-bit microcontroller to a 16-bit LCD bus, or a SPI master to a parallel ADC - is a natural fit for the EPM7128SQC160-15N. With 128 macrocells, the CPLD can implement protocol converters, bus-width adapters, and FIFO-like flow-control logic with deterministic timing. The 15 ns tPD easily keeps up with typical 8- and 16-bit microcontroller peripheral speeds (tens of MHz), and the 100 I/Os provide ample headroom for parallel buses. The non-volatile configuration means the bridge starts working at first power-up, even before the main CPU boots. This pattern is common in custom instrumentation and medical-device embedded boards.

What is the EPM7128SQC160-15N and what family does it belong to?
The EPM7128SQC160-15N is a 128-macrocell, 100-IO Complex Programmable Logic Device (CPLD) from Altera's (now Intel's) second-generation MAX 7000 family. According to the MAX 7000 datasheet, it is built on a 5V CMOS EEPROM process and is housed in a 160-pin PQFP package. It is one of the most widely deployed glue-logic CPLDs in industrial and embedded designs.
What is the propagation delay and maximum frequency of the EPM7128SQC160-15N?
The EPM7128SQC160-15N has a pin-to-pin propagation delay (tPD) of 15 ns and supports a maximum internal counter frequency of 76.9 MHz. The "-15" speed grade suffix in the MPN encodes this 15 ns timing. According to the MAX 7000 datasheet, faster grades (-10, -7) and slower grades (-25) are also available within the same family and package.
Where can I download the EPM7128SQC160-15N datasheet PDF?
The original EPM7128SQC160-15N datasheet is hosted at https://alterasemi.com/datasheet/alterasemi/EPM7128SQC160-15N.pdf, and the MAX 7000 family datasheet is published by Altera/Intel on its legacy product page. Because the part is NRD (Not Recommended for New Designs), the manufacturer does not actively maintain a primary URL, but archived copies remain on distributor and datasheet-mirror sites.
What is the pinout and package of the EPM7128SQC160-15N?
The EPM7128SQC160-15N is packaged in a 160-pin Plastic Quad Flat Pack (PQFP-160, also referred to as BQFP-160). The pinout follows Altera's MAX 7000S SameFrame convention, in which the user-I/O pins are mapped identically across different package and density options. According to the MAX 7000 datasheet, dedicated pins include JTAG (TCK, TMS, TDI, TDO), power (VCC, GND), and clear/clock inputs.
Is the EPM7128SQC160-15N in stock and what is its price?
Stock for the EPM7128SQC160-15N is limited because the part is classified NRD by Altera/Intel. According to Octopart (as of 2026-09-13), only 2 authorized distributors report live inventory, with typical pricing around $44.11 per unit at qty 1. Heisener lists in stock at $44.1132 each. Lead time is generally same-day ship for small quantities on the open market.
What is the lead time for shipping the EPM7128SQC160-15N?
Lead time for the EPM7128SQC160-15N is typically same-day to 5 business days, per Heisener's listing which estimates delivery between April 21 and April 26 from a Hong Kong warehouse. Because the part is NRD, large-volume orders may require multi-source quotation, and open-market inventory fluctuates. Plan accordingly with safety stock for production.
Where can I buy the EPM7128SQC160-15N online?
The EPM7128SQC160-15N is available online through authorized distributors including DigiKey (544-2043-ND), Mouser, Arrow, and open-market brokers such as Heisener and Octopart-listed resellers. Pricing as of 2026-09-13 averages $44.11 at qty 1. For production volumes, request a formal quote and verify lot date code, as NRD stock may include aged inventory.
What is the best drop-in replacement for the EPM7128SQC160-15N?
The best drop-in replacements for the EPM7128SQC160-15N are other MAX 7000S family members in the 160-pin PQFP package with the same 128 macrocells: EPM7128SQC160-15 (no N suffix, leaded), EPM7128SQC160-10 (10 ns, faster), and EPM7128SQC160-10N (10 ns lead-free). All share the SameFrame pinout, so no PCB rework is needed.
Can the EPM7128SQC160-10N replace the EPM7128SQC160-15N?
Yes, the EPM7128SQC160-10N is a drop-in replacement for the EPM7128SQC160-15N. Both share the MAX 7000S family, the 160-pin PQFP package, 128 macrocells, and the same user-I/O count. The only difference is the speed grade: -10N offers a faster 10 ns tPD vs 15 ns. SameFrame pinout guarantees pin-to-pin compatibility with no PCB rework.
What is the difference between EPM7128SQC160-15N and EPM7128SQC160-10?
Both are 128-macrocell MAX 7000S CPLDs in the 160-pin PQFP package with the SameFrame pinout; the only difference is the speed grade. The -15N variant has a 15 ns propagation delay, while the -10 variant has a faster 10 ns delay. The -15N suffix indicates a lead-free / NRD production run, while the -10 follows the original leaded convention. They are electrically and pin-compatible.
EPM7128SQC160-15N vs EPM7128SQI100-10 - which is better for a 100-IO design?
The EPM7128SQC160-15N (160-pin PQFP, 100 IO, 15 ns) and EPM7128SQI100-10 (100-pin PQFP, 100 IO, 10 ns) are not pin-compatible despite identical IO counts. According to FindIC's comparison, the 160-pin version offers more user I/O and the SameFrame-migration path to higher-density MAX 7000S devices. Choose EPM7128SQC160-15N for new designs needing upgrade headroom; choose the 100-pin variant for space-constrained boards.
When should I choose the EPM7128SQC160-15N over a modern MAX V CPLD?
Choose the EPM7128SQC160-15N when you need direct legacy-board replacement, 5V-tolerant I/O for interfacing with older TTL/CMOS peripherals, or a proven second-source part for an existing design. For new designs, prefer a MAX V (5M160ZE64) or MAX 10 (10M02) CPLD in a smaller QFN package with lower power and faster I/O. The EPM7128SQC160-15N remains in service because of its 5V I/O and same proven architecture.
Is the EPM7128SQC160-15N the same as the EPM7128SQC160-15?
The EPM7128SQC160-15N and EPM7128SQC160-15 are functionally identical MAX 7000S CPLDs in the 160-pin PQFP package with 128 macrocells and 100 IO. The "N" suffix indicates a lead-free / NRD production run, while the non-N variant was the original leaded version. Both share the SameFrame pinout, so they are drop-in replacements for each other on the same PCB.
What software programs the EPM7128SQC160-15N and is it still supported?
The EPM7128SQC160-15N is programmed using Altera's legacy MAX+PLUS II or the modern Intel Quartus Prime (with legacy device support). According to the MAX 7000 datasheet, programming is via the JTAG interface using a ByteBlaster or USB-Blaster cable. Intel continues to support the MAX 7000 family in Quartus Prime for legacy design maintenance, although no new silicon revisions are planned.
What are the key specifications of the EPM7128SQC160-15N that engineers should know?
The EPM7128SQC160-15N's headline specs are: 128 macrocells organized as 8 LABs of 16 macrocells each, 100 user I/O pins, 2.5K usable gates, 15 ns pin-to-pin propagation delay, 76.9 MHz maximum internal counter frequency, 5V core supply with 3.3V/5V mixed I/O tolerance, EEPROM non-volatile configuration, JTAG in-system programmability, and a 160-pin PQFP package. According to the MAX 7000 datasheet, these specs make it the workhorse CPLD for bus decoding and glue logic.
What is the best cross-brand equivalent for the EPM7128SQC160-15N?
There is no direct cross-brand drop-in equivalent for the EPM7128SQC160-15N because the MAX 7000S 160-pin PQFP pinout and macrocell architecture are unique to Altera/Intel. Lattice Semiconductor offers the ispMACH 4000 family in similar densities, but the packages and pinouts differ, requiring PCB redesign. Engineers seeking a cross-brand equivalent should treat this as a redesign rather than a drop-in substitution, or stay within the MAX 7000S family.

엔지니어링 참조 데이터: EPM7128SQC160-15N — 비교, 설계 지침 및 규정 준수 정보.

선택 가이드

Choose the EPM7128SQC160-15N for legacy-board replacement, 5V-mixed-voltage interface designs, and any application where non-volatile instant-on configuration and deterministic 15 ns timing are required. It is the right part for PCI/ISA bus glue logic, address decoding, power-up sequencing, motor-control peripheral logic, and consolidation of discrete 74LS/74F TTL packages. Choose the -10 or -10N speed-grade drop-in variants when you need faster 10 ns tPD at the same 160-pin PQFP footprint. For new designs above 100 MHz I/O or where PCB area is critical, prefer a MAX V CPLD in a QFN package. For modern low-power designs, a MAX II or MAX 10 CPLD offers lower quiescent current. Avoid the EPM7128SQC160-15N for new high-volume consumer products because the part is NRD; secure long-term supply through franchised distributors or consider a SameFrame migration to MAX 7000A family parts that remain in production.

대체품과의 비교

파라미터 이 제품 EPM7128SQC160-15 EPM7128SQC160-10 EPM7128SQC160-10N EPM7128SQC100-15
Package PQFP-160 PQFP-160 - same PQFP-160 - same PQFP-160 - same PQFP-160 - same
Brand Intel / Altera Intel / Altera Intel / Altera Intel / Altera Intel / Altera
Family MAX 7000S MAX 7000S MAX 7000S MAX 7000S MAX 7000S
Macro Cells 128 128 128 128 128
Propagation Delay (tPD) 15 ns 15 ns 10 ns 10 ns 15 ns
Lead-Free (N suffix) Yes (N-suffix) No (legacy leaded) No (legacy leaded) Yes (N-suffix) No (legacy leaded)
Lifecycle Status NRND NRND NRND NRND NRND

주요 차별점

  • Wide 5V-tolerant I/O with 3.3V/5V mixed-voltage support (vs MAX V CPLDs (e.g., 5M160ZE64))
  • Non-volatile EEPROM configuration - instant-on at power-up (vs SRAM-based FPGAs (e.g., Cyclone))
  • SameFrame pinout across density and package options (vs Discrete 74LS/74F TTL logic)
  • Deterministic, pin-locked timing independent of routing density (vs ispMACH 4000 (Lattice))

설계 노트

PQFP-160 packages have long lead lengths (~3 mm) and significant lead inductance. Place at least one 0.1 µF decoupling capacitor per VCC pin, within 5 mm of the package body. Use a continuous ground plane on the layer directly beneath the CPLD to control return-current paths and EMI. Avoid routing high-speed signals (>50 MHz) under the PQFP body to limit crosstalk into the device's analog substrate.

Each EPM7128SQC160-15N user I/O can source/sink up to 25 mA DC and supports 5V TTL thresholds. When driving long PCB traces or cables, add a 33 Ω series resistor near the CPLD pin to dampen ringing. Inputs from noisy buses should be filtered with a 100 ns RC network or a Schmitt-trigger input buffer. Do not exceed the absolute maximum DC input voltage of 7V; undershoot below -2V for >100 mA / >20 ns is also prohibited.

Do not confuse the speed-grade suffix: -10 / -10N are faster than -15N. Note that VCC must rise monotonically for EPM7128A / EPM7256A devices only - this constraint does NOT apply to the non-A MAX 7000S EPM7128SQC160-15N. For ISP via JTAG, ensure TCK is not floating during board power-up; tie TCK to GND through a 10 kΩ pull-down. Always re-verify the configuration after reflow because EEPROM retention is sensitive to thermal exposure above 150 °C.

The PQFP-160 package has a thermal resistance (θJA) of approximately 35-40 °C/W on a standard 4-layer PCB. The EPM7128SQC160-15N typically dissipates 0.5-1.5 W depending on toggle frequency and IO loading. Estimate: at full 76.9 MHz toggle with 100 I/Os at 20 pF each, ICC ≈ 150-300 mA and P ≈ 0.75-1.5 W, giving a junction rise of ~30-60 °C above ambient. Ensure ambient remains below 70 °C to keep Tj within the 125 °C commercial limit.

규정 준수 정보

RoHS
Unknown
REACH
Unknown
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
무연
Yes
무할로겐
Unknown
분쟁 광물
Unknown

RoHS, REACH, halogen-free, and conflict-minerals status are not explicitly stated in the verified web data; marked unknown. The N suffix indicates lead-free build. AEC-Q100 not applicable - this is a commercial-grade CPLD, not an automotive-qualified part.

데이터 검증일: 2026-09-13 — XAIPART 부품 엔지니어링 팀이 검증하고 관리한 데이터

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관련 부품 & 용어

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