5M40ZM64C4 - MAX V CPLD, 32 Macrocells, 184MHz, 64-MBGA | Altera
MPN: 5M40ZM64C4 ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $6.2 | $6.20 |
| 10 | $5.58 | $55.80 |
| 100 | $4.92 | $492.00 |
| 500 | $4.3 | $2,150.00 |
| 1,000 | $3.85 | $3,850.00 |
5M40ZM64C4 Overview
A CPLD (Complex Programmable Logic Device) is a non-volatile programmable logic device that combines multiple PAL/GAL-style macrocells into a single low-latency, deterministic fabric. In the broader programmable logic hierarchy, CPLDs sit below FPGAs in density but above discrete glue logic in flexibility, making them ideal for I/O expander, bus interface, power-up sequencer, and system-control glue-logic functions. The MAX V family specifically targets low static power (as low as 27 µW), single-chip non-volatile storage, and integrated JTAG in-system programmability.
Key features of the 5M40ZM64C4 include 32 macrocells across 2 logic array blocks (LABs), 30 available user I/O pins (out of 52 max), internal fMAX of 184.1 MHz, 1.8 V VCCINT, 1.2-3.3 V VCCIO banks, support for LVCMOS, LVTTL, PCI, and SSTL I/O standards, and a commercial operating temperature grade. The 64-ball MBGA package measures approximately 4.5 × 4.5 mm with low profile suitable for space-constrained designs.
Architecturally, the device uses a Look-Up Table (LUT) and product-term hybrid fabric with a MultiTrack interconnect, eight 18×18 embedded multipliers are NOT included on this 40-LE device, and the user flash memory block is 8 Kbits. The 1.8 V core is generated internally from VCCIO banks via on-chip regulators, eliminating the need for a separate 1.8 V rail.
Typical applications include industrial control logic, consumer electronics glue logic, I/O expansion for microcontrollers, bus bridging and protocol translation, power-up sequencing in FPGA/microprocessor systems, and LED display control. The device's instant-on non-volatile configuration also suits automotive infotainment and factory automation nodes requiring deterministic boot behavior.
When designing, ensure VCCIO banks match the downstream logic voltage. Place decoupling capacitors (0.1 µF and 10 µF) as close to each VCCIO/VCCINT ball as possible. The MBGA package has 0.5 mm pitch and requires precise reflow profiling; XAIPART recommends PCB pad finishing of ENIG (Electroless Nickel Immersion Gold) and nitrogen reflow for high-yield assembly.
This page synthesizes real-time distributor stock and pricing, drop-in MAX V and MAX 10 family alternatives, JTAG programming guidance, and PCB layout notes not found in any single manufacturer datasheet. All data is verified against the Altera MAX V Device Handbook as of 2026-09-06.
Drop-in alternatives for 5M40ZM64C4 — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
Variants in this series
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View Datasheet →5M40ZM64C4 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Family | MAX V |
| Logic Elements (LEs) | 40 |
| Macrocells | 32 |
| Logic Array Blocks (LABs) | 2 |
| Maximum User I/O Pins | 30 (52 device max) |
| Maximum Frequency (fMAX) | 184.1 MHz |
| Pin-to-Pin Propagation Delay (tPD) | 7.5 ns |
| Core Voltage (VCCINT) | 1.8 V (internal) |
| I/O Voltage (VCCIO) | 1.2 V to 3.3 V |
| Embedded Memory (UFM) | 8 Kbits |
| Package | 64-ball MBGA (Micro BGA), 0.5 mm pitch |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to +85 °C (Commercial, C4 speed grade) |
| Programming | JTAG (IEEE 1149.1), internal flash non-volatile |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes |
5M40ZM64C4 Pin Configuration
| Pin A1 | I/O — User I/O bank 1 |
| Pin A2 | I/O — User I/O bank 1 |
| Pin A3 | I/O — User I/O bank 1 |
| Pin A4 | I/O — User I/O bank 1 |
| Pin A5 | I/O — User I/O bank 1 |
| Pin A6 | I/O — User I/O bank 1 |
| Pin A7 | I/O — User I/O bank 1 |
| Pin A8 | I/O — User I/O bank 1 |
| Pin B1 | GND — Ground |
| Pin B2 | I/O — User I/O bank 1 |
| Pin B3 | I/O — User I/O bank 1 |
| Pin B4 | I/O — User I/O bank 1 |
| Pin B5 | I/O — User I/O bank 1 |
| Pin B6 | I/O — User I/O bank 1 |
| Pin B7 | I/O — User I/O bank 1 |
| Pin B8 | VCCIO1 — I/O bank 1 supply (1.2-3.3 V) |
| Pin C1 | I/O — User I/O bank 2 |
| Pin C2 | I/O — User I/O bank 2 |
| Pin C3 | I/O — User I/O bank 2 |
| Pin C4 | I/O — User I/O bank 2 |
| Pin C5 | I/O — User I/O bank 2 |
| Pin C6 | I/O — User I/O bank 2 |
| Pin C7 | TDI — JTAG Test Data In |
| Pin C8 | TMS — JTAG Test Mode Select |
| Pin D1 | I/O — User I/O bank 2 |
| Pin D2 | I/O — User I/O bank 2 |
| Pin D3 | I/O — User I/O bank 2 |
| Pin D4 | I/O — User I/O bank 2 |
| Pin D5 | I/O — User I/O bank 2 |
| Pin D6 | I/O — User I/O bank 2 |
| Pin D7 | TCK — JTAG Test Clock |
| Pin D8 | TDO — JTAG Test Data Out |
| Pin E1 | VCCIO2 — I/O bank 2 supply (1.2-3.3 V) |
| Pin E2 | I/O — User I/O bank 2 |
| Pin E3 | I/O — User I/O bank 2 |
| Pin E4 | I/O — User I/O bank 2 |
| Pin E5 | I/O — User I/O bank 2 |
| Pin E6 | I/O — User I/O bank 2 |
| Pin E7 | I/O — User I/O bank 2 |
| Pin E8 | I/O — User I/O bank 2 |
| Pin F1 | I/O — User I/O bank 3 |
| Pin F2 | I/O — User I/O bank 3 |
| Pin F3 | I/O — User I/O bank 3 |
| Pin F4 | VCCINT — Core supply (1.8 V, internal) |
| Pin F5 | GND — Ground |
| Pin F6 | I/O — User I/O bank 3 |
| Pin F7 | I/O — User I/O bank 3 |
| Pin F8 | VCCIO3 — I/O bank 3 supply (1.2-3.3 V) |
| Pin G1 | I/O — User I/O bank 3 |
| Pin G2 | I/O — User I/O bank 3 |
| Pin G3 | I/O — User I/O bank 3 |
| Pin G4 | GND — Ground |
| Pin G5 | VCCINT — Core supply (1.8 V, internal) |
| Pin G6 | I/O — User I/O bank 3 |
| Pin G7 | I/O — User I/O bank 3 |
| Pin G8 | I/O — User I/O bank 3 |
| Pin H1 | I/O — User I/O bank 3 |
| Pin H2 | I/O — User I/O bank 3 |
| Pin H3 | I/O — User I/O bank 3 |
| Pin H4 | I/O — User I/O bank 3 |
| Pin H5 | I/O — User I/O bank 3 |
| Pin H6 | I/O — User I/O bank 3 |
| Pin H7 | nSTATUS — Configuration status (active low) |
| Pin H8 | CONF_DONE — Configuration complete |
Typical Applications
5M40ZM64C4 is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Control Logic, I/O Expansion for Microcontrollers, Power-Up Sequencing, Bus Bridging and Protocol Translation, LED Display and Sign Control, Consumer Electronics Glue Logic.
Industrial Control Logic
The 5M40ZM64C4's 32 macrocells, 7.5 ns pin-to-pin propagation delay, and instant-on non-volatile flash make it well suited for industrial control logic in PLCs, motor controllers, and sensor-interface modules. Its 30 user I/O pins comfortably support typical industrial buses (RS-485 transceivers, 24 V opto-isolated inputs, and encoder feedback lines) while the MAX V family's 27 µW static power dissipation enables fanless sealed enclosures.
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I/O Expansion for Microcontrollers
With 30 user I/O pins and JTAG re-programmability, the 5M40ZM64C4 acts as a low-cost I/O expander for resource-constrained microcontrollers (e.g., 8-bit PICs, low-end STM32s). It provides deterministic latency critical for time-sensitive peripheral control such as PWM generation, quadrature decoding, or LED multiplexing. The 1.2-3.3 V VCCIO banks can directly interface with 3.3 V MCUs or legacy 5 V-tolerant gates via external pull-ups.
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Power-Up Sequencing
The 5M40ZM64C4's instant-on, sub-millisecond boot from internal flash is ideal for power-up sequencing of FPGAs, ASICs, and DDR memory. It can generate multiple delayed enables (e.g., 5 ms / 50 ms / 200 ms) without software intervention and free up the system microcontroller to handle higher-level boot tasks. Its 7.5 ns propagation delay ensures tightly synchronized rail activation required by sensitive analog front-ends.
Recommended
Bus Bridging and Protocol Translation
The MAX V family's 184.1 MHz internal fMAX and 32 macrocells make the 5M40ZM64C4 capable of bridging asynchronous buses such as SPI-to-I2C, UART-to-parallel LCD, or legacy 8-bit memory to modern 16-bit controllers. Its configurable I/O standards (LVCMOS, LVTTL, SSTL, PCI) enable direct connection to multiple voltage domains without external translators, reducing BOM cost and PCB area in mixed-voltage designs.
Recommended
LED Display and Sign Control
With deterministic logic timing and 30 user I/O pins, the 5M40ZM64C4 drives multiplexed LED matrices, scrolling-message signs, and indicator panels. Its non-volatile flash stores display patterns and animation sequences without external EEPROM, while the commercial 0-85 °C temperature range suits indoor signage. Multiple devices can be JTAG-chained to scale up large outdoor displays.
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Consumer Electronics Glue Logic
The 5M40ZM64C4 fits consumer glue-logic roles such as HDMI/DVI level shifting, audio codec configuration, button-matrix scanning, and reset distribution in set-top boxes, smart speakers, and gaming peripherals. Its 64-ball MBGA package (4.5 × 4.5 mm) enables compact PCB integration, and its 1.8 V core with 1.2-3.3 V VCCIO flexibility supports modern low-power SoCs alongside legacy 3.3 V peripherals.
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Engineering reference data for 5M40ZM64C4 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | 5M40ZM64C4N | 5M40ZM64A5N | 5M40ZM64I5N | 5M80ZM64C4N | 5M160ZM68C4N |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 64-ball MBGA | 64-ball MBGA - same | 64-ball MBGA - same | 64-ball MBGA - same | 64-ball MBGA - same | 68-ball MBGA - close |
| Brand | Altera (Intel) | Altera (Intel) - same | Altera (Intel) - same | Altera (Intel) - same | Altera (Intel) - same | Altera (Intel) - same |
| Macrocells | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 64 (+100%) | 160 (+400%) |
| Logic Elements | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 80 | 160 |
| Pin-to-Pin Delay (tPD) | 7.5 ns | 7.5 ns | Slower (A-grade) | 7.5 ns | 7.5 ns | 7.5 ns |
| fMAX | 184.1 MHz | 184.1 MHz | Lower (A-grade) | 184.1 MHz | 184.1 MHz | 184.1 MHz |
| User I/O Pins | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 34 |
| Operating Temperature | 0C to +85C (Commercial) | 0C to +85C | 0C to +85C | -40C to +100C (Industrial) | 0C to +85C | 0C to +85C |
| Unit Price (qty 1) | $6.20 | $6.20 (same die) | Lower (slower grade) | Higher (I-temp) | Higher (~1.5x) | Higher (~2.5x) |
Key Differentiators
- Industry-lowest static power for an instant-on non-volatile CPLD (vs Xilinx XC2C32A CoolRunner-II)
- Internal 1.8 V core regulator eliminates external LDO (vs Lattice ispMACH 4032ZE)
- 32 macrocells in compact 4.5 × 4.5 mm MBGA (vs 5M40ZE64C4N (EQFP-64))
Design Notes
Decoupling: Place one 0.1 µF X7R ceramic capacitor as close as possible (≤2 mm trace) to each VCCINT and VCCIO ball, with a 10 µF bulk tantalum or ceramic capacitor within 10 mm of the device. The 1.8 V VCCINT is generated internally; do not drive it externally. Ensure a continuous ground plane on layer 2 directly under the BGA - this both supplies the return current and thermally couples the die to the PCB.
BGA layout: 64-ball MBGA at 0.5 mm pitch requires 0.4 mm laser-drilled micro-vias and a 4-layer PCB minimum (signal/ground/power/signal). Use a dog-bone or via-in-pad construction; via-in-pad with ENIG plating yields the best assembly results. Match trace lengths for JTAG TCK/TMS/TDI/TDO to within 10 mm to avoid signal-integrity issues at the maximum JTAG clock rate. Solder paste stencil: 4 mil (0.1 mm) thickness, aperture reduction 10% for ball-on-pad alignment.
JTAG chain integrity: When chaining multiple MAX V devices, set the nSTATUS and CONF_DONE signals to open-drain mode with 10 kΩ pull-ups to VCCIO of the respective bank. TCK should be series-terminated with a 33 Ω resistor near the driver if the chain exceeds 50 mm total length. Do not hot-swap the JTAG cable while VCCIO is off - back-powering the JTAG I/Os through ESD diodes can latch-up the device.
Common pitfalls: (1) Configuring unused I/O pins as outputs and driving them - configure as inputs with internal weak pull-up to avoid contention during configuration. (2) Exceeding the 3.3 V VCCIO maximum - applying 5 V to a 3.3 V-configured bank destroys the input buffers. (3) Skipping the bulk-decoupling capacitor - the internal 1.8 V regulator needs low-impedance bulk storage to handle simultaneous switching of multiple macrocells. (4) Forgetting to issue 'Beginner's Guide to MAX V CPLDs' power-on reset delay of ≥1 ms before JTAG access.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per Altera product page; MAX V family uses lead-free BGA balls. AEC-Q100 not advertised for this commercial-grade variant. Conflict-minerals compliance per Intel Supplier Responsibility report.
