EPM5192GC1 - MAX 5000 CPLD 192-Macrocell 62.5MHz 5V | Altera
MPN: EPM5192GC1 ✗ End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $45 | $45.00 |
| 10 | $39.5 | $395.00 |
| 100 | $33.75 | $3,375.00 |
| 500 | $28.9 | $14,450.00 |
| 1,000 | $24.5 | $24,500.00 |
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View Datasheet →EPM5192GC1 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Family | MAX 5000 |
| Device Type | CPLD (Complex Programmable Logic Device) |
| Macro Cells | 192 |
| Usable Gates | 3,750 |
| Maximum Operating Frequency | 62.5 MHz |
| Supply Voltage (VCC) | 5 V |
| Programming Technology | UV-Erasable / OTP EPROM |
| Package Type | Ceramic PGA (Pin Grid Array) |
| Logic Elements | 192 macrocells with AND/OR array |
| Process Technology | EPROM-based CMOS |
| Mounting Type | Through-hole (PGA) |
| RoHS Status | unknown |
| Development Tool | Altera MAX+PLUS II |
EPM5192GC1 ceramic pga (pin grid array) Pin Configuration Guide
Complete pinout information for EPM5192GC1 (ceramic pga (pin grid array) package) with [DATA_NEEDED: pin count for GC1 PGA package] pins. This digital IC includes GPIO, communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C), and power pins. Refer to the manufacturer datasheet for alternate pin functions and configuration options. Essential for embedded system design and PCB layout.
No detailed pinout data available for EPM5192GC1.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Estimated pin count: [DATA_NEEDED: pin count for GC1 PGA package] pins (digital package)
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
EPM5192GC1 is suitable for 6 applications: Legacy 5V Bus Interface Bridge, Address Decoding and Chip-Select Generation, Industrial Control and Factory Automation, Telecom Backplane Glue Logic, Military and Aerospace Systems, Test and Measurement Instrumentation.
Legacy 5V Bus Interface Bridge
The EPM5192GC1 fits legacy 5V bus-bridge designs (ISA, VME, PCI-5V) by providing 192 macrocells of deterministic pin-to-pin logic with 62.5 MHz toggle capability. Its 5V VCC rail matches the TTL/CMOS logic levels of these buses without level-translation overhead, and the EPROM-based instant-on behavior eliminates the configuration-time delay that FPGA-based bridges exhibit. Designers typically instantiate chip-select decoders, wait-state generators, and byte-swapping muxes in a single device, replacing dozens of 74-series TTL packages. The ceramic PGA package is socket-compatible for field-replaceable units.
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Address Decoding and Chip-Select Generation
The EPM5192GC1's 192 macrocells are well-matched to wide-address decoding tasks in 5V microcontroller and microprocessor systems. With 3,750 usable gates, a single device can replace the equivalent of 15-20 standard PAL/GAL devices, decoding 24-32 address lines into dozens of chip-select outputs with sub-15 ns propagation delay. The deterministic interconnect network guarantees consistent timing across all decoded outputs, which is critical for synchronous-memory and DMA control logic where skew would cause bus contention.
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Industrial Control and Factory Automation
In 5V industrial control boards, the EPM5192GC1 implements PLC-style state machines, encoder counters, and pulse-train decoders with predictable timing. Its EPROM-based configuration ensures the device powers up in a known valid state - essential for safety interlocks where misconfiguration on cold-boot could create a hazardous condition. The 62.5 MHz toggle rate accommodates 1-2 MHz quadrature encoder inputs with substantial margin. The ceramic PGA package withstands industrial vibration and thermal-cycling environments better than plastic QFP alternatives.
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Telecom Backplane Glue Logic
Telecom backplanes built on 5V TTL/CMOS infrastructure use the EPM5192GC1 to consolidate framing, alarm-monitoring, and clock-distribution glue logic. The device's 192 macrocells can host multiple small state machines simultaneously, each running independently with deterministic timing - ideal for multi-channel alarm scanners and protocol-format converters. The wide fan-in (up to 36 inputs per macrocell in MAX 5000 LABs) eliminates external gating, while the 5V supply rail interfaces directly to legacy backplane drivers without voltage translation.
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Military and Aerospace Systems
The EPM5192GC1's ceramic PGA package is specifically targeted at military and aerospace applications requiring hermetic sealing, extended temperature operation, and resistance to mechanical shock/vibration. Its EPROM-based non-volatile configuration means no configuration-PROM or boot-FPGA chain is needed, simplifying system architecture and reducing failure modes. Typical uses include flight-control interface logic, avionics bus bridges (MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429 glue), and radar signal-conditioning front-ends. Altera's MAX 5000 family has decades of documented reliability in these environments.
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Test and Measurement Instrumentation
Bench-top and ATE test equipment uses the EPM5192GC1 to generate stimulus waveforms, sequence test patterns, and interface to legacy GPIB/IEEE-488 instrumentation buses. The device's deterministic timing allows precise pulse-width and timing-edge generation down to the 10-15 ns range, which is essential for digital-pattern generation in production test. Its instant-on EPROM configuration makes it suitable for unattended test stations that must boot into a known state after power interruption. The 5V supply rail also simplifies integration with 5V CMOS test fixtures.
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Engineering reference data for EPM5192GC1 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EPM5192GC-1 | EPM5192GC | EPM5192GC-2 | EPM5192AJC | EPM5192AGC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera |
| Package | Ceramic PGA | Ceramic PGA - same | Ceramic PGA - same | Ceramic PGA - same | Plastic PGA - same pinout | Ceramic PGA - same |
| Macro Cells | 192 | 192 | 192 | 192 | 192 | 192 |
| Usable Gates | 3,750 | 3,750 | 3,750 | 3,750 | 3,750 | 3,750 |
| Maximum Frequency | 62.5 MHz | 62.5 MHz | 62.5 MHz (commercial) | Lower fmax (slower bin) | 62.5 MHz | 62.5 MHz (different speed bin) |
| Supply Voltage | 5 V | 5 V | 5 V | 5 V | 5 V | 5 V |
| Programming Technology | UV-Erasable / OTP EPROM | UV-Erasable / OTP EPROM | UV-Erasable / OTP EPROM | UV-Erasable / OTP EPROM | UV-Erasable / OTP EPROM | UV-Erasable / OTP EPROM |
| Screening Grade | Military / Hermetic | Military / Hermetic | Commercial | Military / Hermetic | Commercial / Plastic | Industrial / Hermetic |
Key Differentiators
- Military-grade ceramic PGA screening (vs EPM5192AJC (plastic PGA))
- Single-chip 192-macrocell density (vs EPM5128GC (128 macrocells))
- True drop-in compatibility with full MAX 5000 family (vs EPM5192GC-2 (slower speed grade))
Design Notes
The EPM5192GC1 requires a stable 5V VCC supply with the decoupling network specified in the Altera MAX 5000 datasheet. Place one 0.1 microfarad ceramic decoupling capacitor close to every VCC pin, plus a single 10 microfarad tantalum bulk capacitor at the device supply entry. EPROM-based CPLDs draw in-rush current during initial power-on configuration, so the regulator must supply at least 200 percent of the steady-state Icc. Estimated: with 192 macrocells switching at 25 MHz, steady-state Icc is approximately 200-300 mA.
The ceramic PGA footprint requires through-hole PCB mounting, ideally with a PGA socket to allow device replacement during development and field service. Allocate at least 200 mils of clearance around the PGA perimeter for socket retention clips. For socketed designs, route all signal traces on inner PCB layers with the PGA socket on the top side; this minimizes stub length and signal-integrity issues at 62.5 MHz toggle rates. Match trace lengths within a bus to within 500 mils to avoid skew-induced timing errors.
Do not assume any cross-brand drop-in replacement exists for the EPM5192GC1 - the MAX 5000 architecture is proprietary to Altera (now Intel FPGA). Designers planning modern replacements should evaluate MAX II or MAX V CPLDs only after accepting that a PCB redesign may be required. Also note that the EPROM cell is one-time-programmable; logic errors discovered in production require physical device replacement. For prototypes, order the windowed ceramic PGA variant to allow UV erasure and re-programming.
The ceramic PGA package provides excellent thermal performance for legacy 5V designs. Estimated: at full 192-macrocell utilization switching at 50 MHz with 50 percent toggle rate, the EPM5192GC1 dissipates approximately 0.8-1.2 W. The ceramic PGA's thermal resistance (theta_JA) is typically 25-30 C/W in still air, yielding a junction-to-ambient rise of 20-35 C above ambient - well within the device's operating-temperature envelope. Forced-air cooling is not required for typical 5V applications.
Compliance Information
Compliance status not documented in the verified MAX 5000 datasheet. The ceramic PGA package and 5V EPROM process suggest a pre-RoHS design; consult Altera/Intel FPGA support for the official compliance statement before using in RoHS-mandated applications.
