EPM240GT100C5N - 240 LE, 192 MC, 4.7ns CPLD | Intel MAX II
MPN: EPM240GT100C5N β Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $14.5 | $14.50 |
| 10 | $13.2 | $132.00 |
| 100 | $11.85 | $1,185.00 |
| 500 | $10.4 | $5,200.00 |
| 1,000 | $9.2 | $9,200.00 |
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| Family | MAX II |
| Series | EPM240 |
| Device Type | CPLD (Complex Programmable Logic Device) |
| Logic Elements (LEs) | 240 |
| Macrocells | 192 |
| User I/Os | 80 |
| Pin-to-Pin Delay (tPD) | 4.7 ns |
| User Flash Memory (UFM) | 8 Kbits |
| Core Supply Voltage (VCCINT) | 2.5 V or 3.3 V |
| I/O Supply Voltage (VCCIO) | 1.5 V / 1.8 V / 2.5 V / 3.3 V |
| Operating Temperature | 0C to +85C (Commercial) |
| Package | 100-pin TQFP (T100) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Programmable Type | In-System Programmable (ISP) via JTAG |
| Configuration Memory | Non-volatile Flash (instant-on) |
| MSL Level | 3 |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
EPM240GT100C5N Pin Configuration
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| Pin 26 | VCCINT β Core supply voltage (2.5V or 3.3V) |
| Pin 27 | GND β Ground |
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| Pin 41 | VCCIO2 β I/O bank 2 supply voltage (1.5V/1.8V/2.5V/3.3V) |
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| Pin 63 | VCCIO3 β I/O bank 3 supply voltage (1.5V/1.8V/2.5V/3.3V) |
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| Pin 76 | GND β Ground |
| Pin 77 | VCCINT β Core supply voltage (2.5V or 3.3V) |
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| Pin 91 | VCCIO4 β I/O bank 4 supply voltage (1.5V/1.8V/2.5V/3.3V) |
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Safe Operating Area (SOA) & Thermal Characteristics
No official SOA curve available for this digital IC. Always operate within absolute maximum ratings specified in the datasheet. Ensure adequate cooling and derate as needed.
Typical Applications
EPM240GT100C5N is suitable for 6 applications: I/O Expansion and Bus Bridging, Power-Up Sequencing and Reset Distribution, Processor-Peripheral Glue Logic, Industrial Control and Motor Drive Signal Conditioning, Legacy 5V-Tolerant Board Modernization, Display and LED Interface Controllers.
I/O Expansion and Bus Bridging
The EPM240GT100C5N's 240 Logic Elements, 192 macrocells, and 80 user I/Os make it ideal for I/O expansion and bus bridging between processors and peripherals. The 4.7 ns tPD enables sub-1-cycle protocol translation in 50-100 MHz buses such as SPI-to-parallel, I2C-to-GPIO, and UART-to-parallel conversions. With 8 Kbits of user flash memory (UFM) the device can also store serial numbers, calibration constants, or board ID data without external EEPROM, reducing BOM cost. Multi-voltage I/O support (1.5V/1.8V/2.5V/3.3V) allows direct connection to modern processors and legacy 5V-tolerant peripherals without external level shifters, which is a strong advantage over FPGA-based glue logic.
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Power-Up Sequencing and Reset Distribution
The EPM240GT100C5N's non-volatile flash-based configuration provides instant-on behavior at power-up, making it well-suited for power-up sequencing controllers and reset distribution networks in multi-rail systems. Its 4.7 ns tPD and 80 user I/Os can monitor 8-16 power-good signals and generate precisely timed enables for downstream regulators, processors, and FPGAs with microsecond-level accuracy. The 8-Kbit UFM block can store sequencing state tables and boot parameters without external memory. Unlike SRAM-based FPGAs that require configuration time, the MAX II device outputs valid signals within nanoseconds of VCC ramp, eliminating the need for external reset generators in many designs.
Recommended
Processor-Peripheral Glue Logic
The EPM240GT100C5N excels at processor-peripheral glue logic, replacing dozens of 74-series discrete logic chips with a single programmable device. The 240 LE fabric and 192 macrocells provide ample capacity for address decoding, chip-select generation, interrupt arbitration, and protocol conversion between modern microprocessors (MPUs/MCUs) and legacy peripherals. The 80 user I/Os comfortably handle 16-bit address plus 16-bit data bus plus control signals in a typical glue application. With the Altera/Intel MAX II family's instant-on non-volatile configuration and JTAG ISP, the same TQFP-100 footprint is reused across multiple board revisions by simply reprogramming the device.
Recommended
Industrial Control and Motor Drive Signal Conditioning
For industrial control and motor drive signal conditioning, the EPM240GT100C5N (or the industrial -40C to +100C EPM240GT100I5N variant) provides reliable logic for encoder interfacing, PWM generation, fault detection, and protection logic. The 4.7 ns tPD allows encoder quadrature decoding at speeds up to ~100 MHz, while 80 user I/Os accommodate multiple encoder channels and PWM outputs. Multi-voltage I/O supports direct interface to 3.3V MCUs, 5V gate drivers, and 1.8V sensors. The non-volatile instant-on behavior ensures deterministic startup in safety-critical motor control loops, and the 8-Kbit UFM can store motor calibration parameters without external EEPROM.
Recommended
Legacy 5V-Tolerant Board Modernization
The EPM240GT100C5N is widely used to modernize legacy boards designed around classic MAX 7000 series 5V CPLDs. While the MAX II family operates from 2.5V/3.3V core, the multi-voltage I/O banks (1.5V/1.8V/2.5V/3.3V) and 5V-tolerant inputs allow drop-in TQFP-100 board replacement when the supply rails are modernized. Per the MAX II Device Family Data Sheet, MAX II G devices are pin-compatible with MAX II devices in equivalent packages, simplifying migration paths. The 4.7 ns tPD and 240 LE fabric exceed the logic capacity of legacy 5V 32/64/128-macrocell MAX parts, enabling consolidation of multiple legacy CPLDs into a single MAX II device.
Recommended
Display and LED Interface Controllers
The EPM240GT100C5N's 240 Logic Elements and 4.7 ns tPD make it suitable for display and LED interface controllers in industrial HMIs, signage, and instrumentation panels. The 80 user I/Os drive multiple 7-segment displays, LED matrix panels, or character LCDs without external driver ICs in some configurations. The 8 Kbits of UFM can store font tables, lookup data, and display patterns, eliminating external ROM. Multi-voltage I/O (1.8V/2.5V/3.3V) interfaces directly to modern OLED and TFT controllers. The non-volatile instant-on behavior ensures the display starts predictably at power-up with no initialization delay, which is critical for safety signage and operator interfaces.
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Engineering reference data for EPM240GT100C5N β comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EPM240GT100I5N | EPM240GT100C4N | EPM240GT100C3N | EPM240T100C5N |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | TQFP-100 | TQFP-100 - same | TQFP-100 - same | TQFP-100 - same | TQFP-100 - same |
| Brand | Altera (Intel) | Altera (Intel) | Altera (Intel) | Altera (Intel) | Altera (Intel) |
| Logic Elements | 240 | 240 | 240 | 240 | 240 |
| Macrocells | 192 | 192 | 192 | 192 | 192 |
| Pin-to-Pin Delay (tPD) | 4.7 ns | 4.7 ns | ~7 ns (slower grade) | ~10 ns (slowest grade) | 4.7 ns |
| User I/Os | 80 | 80 | 80 | 80 | 80 |
| Operating Temperature | 0C to +85C (Commercial) | -40C to +100C (Industrial) | 0C to +85C (Commercial) | 0C to +85C (Commercial) | 0C to +85C (Commercial) |
| User Flash Memory (UFM) | 8 Kbits | 8 Kbits | 8 Kbits | 8 Kbits | 8 Kbits |
| Core Voltage | 2.5V or 3.3V | 2.5V or 3.3V | 2.5V or 3.3V | 2.5V or 3.3V | 2.5V or 3.3V |
Key Differentiators
- Same TQFP-100 footprint with industrial temperature grade (-40C to +100C) (vs EPM240GT100I5N)
- Fastest speed grade in the TQFP-100 footprint (vs EPM240GT100C4N)
- Non-volatile flash configuration enables instant-on at power-up (vs SRAM-based small FPGAs (e.g., Cyclone IV))
- On-chip 8 Kbit User Flash Memory (UFM) (vs ispMACH 4000 series (Lattice))
Design Notes
The EPM240GT100C5N requires two supply domains: VCCINT (core, 2.5V or 3.3V) and VCCIO1-VCCIO4 (four I/O banks, each independently 1.5V/1.8V/2.5V/3.3V). Per the MAX II Device Family Data Sheet, decoupling is critical: place one 0.1uF ceramic plus one 10uF bulk capacitor at each VCCINT pin and at each VCCIO bank pin. Estimated quiescent current is approximately 2-5 mA in standby and up to 50-100 mA with all 80 I/Os switching at 100 MHz, so budget the regulator accordingly. Tie all unused I/O pins to defined logic levels (VCCIO or GND) to avoid floating-pin oscillation.
Route JTAG signals (TDI, TDO, TMS, TCK) with keeper traces and avoid stubs. The MAX II JTAG interface follows IEEE 1149.1 and supports in-system programming via the Altera ByteBlaster or USB-Blaster cable. Place the JTAG header within 5 cm of the device and provide a 4.7k pull-up on TCK per JTAG recommendations. For multi-device JTAG chains, ensure TMS and TCK fan out in a daisy-chain (not star) topology with buffering for chains longer than 4-5 devices.
A common mistake is assuming the MAX II EPM240GT100 TQFP-100 package is pin-compatible with the EPM240M100 Micro FineLine BGA-100 - they share the same die but NOT the same footprint. Board designers must choose one package per PCB design. Additionally, the MAX II 'G' (EPM240GT100) and 'non-G' (EPM240T100) suffix variants are functionally equivalent in the same TQFP-100 footprint but may differ in lead-free/RoHS status. Finally, do not exceed the absolute maximum VCCINT of 3.6V - the device does NOT support 5V core operation, only 5V-tolerant I/O inputs.
Compliance Information
RoHS and REACH compliant per Altera/Intel product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified - for automotive-grade applications select a different CPLD family or use the industrial-temperature EPM240GT100I5N variant with appropriate external qualification.
