5M240ZM68C4N - MAX V CPLD 192 Logic Elements 68MBGA | Intel
MPN: 5M240ZM68C4N ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $6.62 | $6.62 |
| 10 | $5.95 | $59.50 |
| 100 | $5.3 | $530.00 |
| 500 | $4.75 | $2,375.00 |
| 1,000 | $4.2 | $4,200.00 |
5M240ZM68C4N Overview
A CPLD (Complex Programmable Logic Device) is a non-volatile programmable logic device that sits between discrete logic gates and FPGAs in the programmable logic hierarchy. Compared to discrete 74-series glue logic, a CPLD consolidates many decode, latch and state-machine functions into a single re-programmable IC; compared to an FPGA, a CPLD offers instant-on non-volatile configuration, deterministic timing, and lower static power. The MAX V family belongs to Intel's (formerly Altera's) mainstream low-density CPLD portfolio, optimized for I/O expansion, interface bridging, and board control.
Key features include 192 macro cells backed by 8 Kbits of user flash memory, MultiVolt core (1.8 V) and I/O support for 1.5 V, 1.8 V, 2.5 V, 3.3 V and LVCMOS/LVTTL interfaces, plus an on-chip voltage regulator allowing single-rail operation. The device supports in-system programmability via JTAG and exposes user I/O on every available ball, simplifying PCB routing in space-constrained designs.
Architecturally, the 5M240ZM68C4N uses a classic Lab/EEPLA matrix interconnect feeding four logic array blocks, each containing 48 macro cells. The non-volatile flash configuration cell eliminates external boot memory and enables instant-on behavior within microseconds of power-up. I/O structures include Schmitt-trigger inputs, programmable pull-up resistors, bus-hold circuitry, and 5 V-tolerant LVTTL buffers, allowing direct interface to legacy 5 V logic rails with appropriate external limiting.
Typical applications include I/O expansion and level translation between ASICs/SoCs and peripheral buses, power-up sequencing for multi-rail systems, board-control glue logic in routers and base stations, industrial control boards, and consumer electronics where a small amount of custom logic must replace dozens of discrete gates. The 68-ball MBGA package suits compact handheld and embedded designs.
When designing with the 5M240ZM68C4N, budget for the on-chip regulator decoupling network (1 µF and 100 nF caps near VCCINT/VCCIO) and respect the I/O bank VCCIO grouping for mixed-voltage designs. Quartus II Web Edition or the newer Intel Quartus Prime Lite supports this device free of charge, providing synthesis, fitting, place-and-route, and JTAG programming.
Drop-in alternatives for 5M240ZM68C4N — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
Variants in this series
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5M240ZM68C4N Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Series | MAX V |
| Family | MAX V CPLD |
| Macro Cells | 192 |
| Logic Elements | 240 |
| User Flash Memory | 8 Kbits |
| Maximum Operating Frequency | 184.1 MHz |
| Number of I/O Pins | 52 (approx.) |
| Core Voltage (VCCINT) | 1.8 V |
| I/O Voltage (VCCIO) Supported | 1.5 V / 1.8 V / 2.5 V / 3.3 V |
| Operating Temperature Range | 0C to +85C (commercial) |
| Package | 68-ball Micro FBGA (MBGA) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Configuration Memory | Non-volatile Flash (instant-on) |
| Programming Interface | JTAG (IEEE 1149.1) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
5M240ZM68C4N Pin Configuration
| Pin A1 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin A2 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin A3 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin A4 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin A5 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin A6 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin A7 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin A8 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin B1 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin B2 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin B3 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin B4 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin B5 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin B6 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin B7 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin B8 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin C1 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 2 |
| Pin C2 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 2 |
| Pin C3 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 2 |
| Pin C4 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 2 |
| Pin C5 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 2 |
| Pin C6 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 2 |
| Pin C7 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 2 |
| Pin C8 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 2 |
| Pin D1 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 2 |
| Pin D2 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 2 |
| Pin D3 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 2 |
| Pin D4 | GND — Ground reference |
| Pin D5 | GND — Ground reference |
| Pin D6 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 2 |
| Pin D7 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 2 |
| Pin D8 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 2 |
| Pin E1 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 3 |
| Pin E2 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 3 |
| Pin E3 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 3 |
| Pin E4 | GND — Ground reference |
| Pin E5 | GND — Ground reference |
| Pin E6 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 3 |
| Pin E7 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 3 |
| Pin E8 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 3 |
| Pin F1 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 3 |
| Pin F2 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 3 |
| Pin F3 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 3 |
| Pin F4 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 3 |
| Pin F5 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 3 |
| Pin F6 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 3 |
| Pin F7 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 3 |
| Pin F8 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 3 |
| Pin G1 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 4 |
| Pin G2 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 4 |
| Pin G3 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 4 |
| Pin G4 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 4 |
| Pin G5 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 4 |
| Pin G6 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 4 |
| Pin G7 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 4 |
| Pin G8 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 4 |
| Pin H1 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 4 |
| Pin H2 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 4 |
| Pin H3 | TDI — JTAG Test Data In |
| Pin H4 | TMS — JTAG Test Mode Select |
| Pin H5 | TCK — JTAG Test Clock |
| Pin H6 | TDO — JTAG Test Data Out |
| Pin H7 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 4 |
| Pin H8 | I/O — User I/O pin, bank 4 |
| Pin J1 | VCCINT — Core supply (1.8 V) - internally regulated |
| Pin J2 | VCCIO1 — I/O bank 1 supply (1.5/1.8/2.5/3.3 V) |
| Pin J3 | VCCIO2 — I/O bank 2 supply (1.5/1.8/2.5/3.3 V) |
| Pin J4 | GND — Ground reference |
| Pin J5 | VCCIO3 — I/O bank 3 supply (1.5/1.8/2.5/3.3 V) |
| Pin J6 | VCCIO4 — I/O bank 4 supply (1.5/1.8/2.5/3.3 V) |
| Pin J7 | nCE — Chip Enable (active low) |
| Pin J8 | nCONFIG — Configuration Enable (active low) |
Typical Applications
5M240ZM68C4N is suitable for 6 applications: I/O Expansion and Level Translation, Power-Up Sequencing Controllers, Industrial Control Boards, Board Control and Glue Logic, Consumer Electronics Interface Bridging, LED Display and Signage Control.
I/O Expansion and Level Translation
The 5M240ZM68C4N's MultiVolt I/O banks supporting 1.5 V, 1.8 V, 2.5 V, and 3.3 V make it ideal for bridging legacy 3.3 V peripherals to modern 1.8 V SoCs. With 192 macro cells and roughly 52 user I/O pins, designers can implement bidirectional voltage translation, chip-select decode, and interrupt aggregation in a single 68-ball MBGA device, eliminating dozens of discrete level shifters and 74-series gates.
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Power-Up Sequencing Controllers
Multi-rail systems in routers, base stations, and FPGA-based designs require precise power-on sequencing to prevent latch-up. The 5M240ZM68C4N's non-volatile flash configuration powers up in microseconds with defined pin states, allowing it to drive ENABLE lines to LDOs and DC-DC converters in a deterministic order. Its 1.8 V core and 3.3 V-tolerant I/O operate directly from a system standby rail.
Recommended
Industrial Control Boards
On industrial PLC and motor-control PCBs, the 5M240ZM68C4N consolidates glue logic for encoder interfaces, watchdog timers, and safety interlocks. Its commercial 0C to +85C temperature range suits indoor enclosures, while the MAX V family's proven flash-based configuration supports long lifecycle deployments of 10+ years. Engineers can integrate custom protocol decode alongside standard SPI or UART expansion.
Recommended
Board Control and Glue Logic
Replacing dozens of 74-series gates with a single re-programmable CPLD simplifies schematic review, BOM management, and last-minute logic changes. The 5M240ZM68C4N's 240 logic elements and 4 ns pin-to-pin delay comfortably handle address decoding, wait-state generation, and bus arbitration in SoC-based designs. The 68-ball MBGA package keeps the board footprint smaller than equivalent TQFP glue-logic clusters.
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Consumer Electronics Interface Bridging
Smart TVs, set-top boxes, and gaming consoles frequently need to bridge HDMI sideband signals, I2S audio buses, and legacy parallel interfaces. The 5M240ZM68C4N's instant-on non-volatile configuration lets the device drive reset and chip-select signals immediately at power-up, supporting strict boot-timing requirements. The MBGA package suits compact handheld enclosures where PCB area is at a premium.
Recommended
LED Display and Signage Control
Multi-panel LED signage and small-format display controllers often require scan-line multiplexing, brightness PWM, and refresh-rate conversion that exceed microcontroller GPIO count. The 5M240ZM68C4N delivers deterministic 4 ns propagation delay with 192 macro cells of custom logic, supporting seamless scan-matrix expansion. Its low standby current (<100 microamps) benefits battery-backed signage nodes.
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Engineering reference data for 5M240ZM68C4N — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | 5M240ZM68C5N | 5M240ZM68A5N | 5M160ZM68C4N | 5M160ZE64C5N |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 68-ball MBGA | 68-ball MBGA - same | 68-ball MBGA - same | 68-ball MBGA - same | 68-ball MBGA (subset) - same |
| Brand | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel |
| Series | MAX V | MAX V | MAX V | MAX V | MAX V |
| Macro Cells | 192 | 192 | 192 | 128 | 128 |
| Logic Elements | 240 | 240 | 240 | 160 | 160 |
| Speed Grade | C4 (4 ns tPD) | C5 (5 ns tPD) | A5 (5 ns tPD) | C4 (4 ns tPD) | C5 (5 ns tPD) |
| Temperature Grade | Commercial 0C to +85C | Commercial 0C to +85C | Automotive -40C to +125C | Commercial 0C to +85C | Commercial 0C to +85C |
| Core Voltage | 1.8 V | 1.8 V | 1.8 V | 1.8 V | 1.8 V |
| Unit Price (USD, qty-1) | 6.62 | Approximately 6.20 | Approximately 8.50 | Approximately 5.40 | Approximately 5.10 |
Key Differentiators
- Same 240 logic element density in commercial-grade temperature range (vs 5M160ZM68C4N)
- Commercial 0C to +85C variant with C4 speed grade for tight timing margins (vs 5M240ZM68A5N)
- Intel MAX V family - lowest-power non-volatile CPLD in the portfolio (vs MAX II 5M2210ZF256C5N)
Design Notes
The 5M240ZM68C4N requires a stable 1.8 V supply on VCCINT and independent VCCIO rails (1.5 V, 1.8 V, 2.5 V, or 3.3 V) for each I/O bank. Place 0.1 microfarad and 1 microfarad decoupling capacitors as close as possible to each supply ball, with a wide ground return path. During power-up ramp, hold nCONFIG low until VCCINT and VCCIO reach their minimum thresholds to guarantee a clean configuration load.
The 68-ball MBGA package has 0.5 mm pitch and benefits from microvia and via-in-pad PCB construction. Fan-out each BGA ball to short traces on the top layer, then drop down to inner layers for signal routing. Maintain a continuous ground plane on an adjacent layer to control impedance and provide a low-impedance return path for high-speed I/O such as DDR or LVDS signaling that may be implemented via user I/O.
Do not leave JTAG pins (TDI, TMS, TCK, TDO) floating in production: add weak pull-ups or pull-downs per the MAX V datasheet to prevent spurious configuration events. Ensure the nCE pin is tied low in normal operation; floating nCE can leave the device in an undefined state. Always run the Quartus PowerPlay early power estimator before final pin assignment to avoid I/O bank VCCIO conflicts when mixing 1.8 V and 3.3 V interfaces.
Compliance Information
RoHS and lead-free per Intel/Altera MAX V datasheet. Commercial temperature grade only; for AEC-Q100 automotive qualification, select the 5M240ZM68A5N variant.
