EPM5192JC-ES - 192-Macrocell MAX 5000 CPLD, PLCC-84 | Intel / Altera
MPN: EPM5192JC-ES ✗ End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $32.5 | $32.50 |
| 10 | $28.95 | $289.50 |
| 100 | $24.1 | $2,410.00 |
| 500 | $19.8 | $9,900.00 |
| 1,000 | $16.45 | $16,450.00 |
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View Datasheet →EPM5192JC-ES Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Device Family | MAX 5000 |
| Device Type | CPLD (EPLD) |
| Macrocells | 192 |
| Logic Array Blocks (LABs) | 12 |
| Interconnect | Programmable Interconnect Array (PIA) |
| Configuration Memory | EPROM (UV-erasable, one-time programmable for JC-ES) |
| Package | 84-pin PLCC (J-lead, CQCC, JEDEC S-CQCC-J84) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Programming | Altera MAX+PLUS II or compatible programmer |
| Note | Datasheet source: Altera MAX 5000 family document, 52 pages |
EPM5192JC-ES 84-pin plcc (j-lead, cqcc, jedec s-cqcc-j84) Pin Configuration Guide
Complete pinout information for EPM5192JC-ES (84-pin plcc (j-lead, cqcc, jedec s-cqcc-j84) package) with [DATA_NEEDED: user I/O count for JC-ES in PLCC-84] 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 EPM5192JC-ES.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Estimated pin count: [DATA_NEEDED: user I/O count for JC-ES in PLCC-84] 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
EPM5192JC-ES is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Control Logic, Telecommunications Interface Glue, Military and Avionics Systems, Parallel Bus Arbitration and Decoding, State-Machine Driven I/O Expansion, Legacy Defense Retrofit and Sustainment.
Industrial Control Logic
The EPM5192JC-ES fits industrial control logic applications because its 192 macrocells and 12 LABs provide ample capacity for state-machine-driven I/O expansion, encoder/decoder blocks, and safety interlocks. Its EPROM-based configuration ensures instant-on deterministic startup, critical for PLC scan loops and machinery where unpredictable FPGA configuration delays would break the control cycle. The ceramic PLCC-84 package withstands factory-floor vibration and thermal cycling better than plastic QFP alternatives, supporting long-lifecycle factory automation systems. Compared to a microcontroller, the EPM5192JC-ES delivers faster parallel response (sub-50ns pin-to-pin typical) and parallel processing of multiple I/O events. Source: Altera MAX 5000 datasheet, 52 pages.
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Telecommunications Interface Glue
The EPM5192JC-ES is widely used as glue logic in telecom interface cards, where it performs bus arbitration, address decoding, and protocol conversion between microprocessors, DSPs, and TDM/E1 framers. Its 192 macrocells handle multi-channel TDM control and HDLC-style framing without breaking a sweat, while the deterministic PIA routing delivers predictable timing for synchronous serial interfaces. The non-volatile EPROM configuration ensures the part boots into a known-good state during power-up sequencing of central-office line cards, where misconfiguration would cause service outages. Source: Altera MAX 5000 datasheet, 52 pages.
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Military and Avionics Systems
The EPM5192JC-ES ES (enhanced specification) grade targets military and avionics platforms that demand extended temperature screening and traceable lot documentation. The ceramic PLCC-84 package is hermetically sealed, surviving humidity, salt fog, and mechanical shock far better than plastic CPLD alternatives. Its 192 macrocells accommodate ARINC 429 interface logic, MIL-STD-1553 bus monitor functions, and flight-control state machines used in retrofit avionics. The ES grade screening aligns with defense-procurement quality requirements, while the EPROM-based configuration guarantees bitstream integrity after decades of unpowered storage. Source: Altera MAX 5000 datasheet, 52 pages.
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Parallel Bus Arbitration and Decoding
The EPM5192JC-ES is well suited for parallel bus arbitration and address decoding in multi-master microprocessor systems. Its wide input macrocells can decode 16 to 24 address lines plus chip-select combinations in a single device, replacing multiple 74-series glue-logic ICs with a single programmable part. Deterministic propagation delay through the PIA routing fabric ensures chip-select timing is repeatable across temperature and voltage, unlike asynchronous logic chains built from discrete gates. This makes the EPM5192JC-ES a classic choice for VMEbus, ISA, and legacy PCI designs. Source: Altera MAX 5000 datasheet, 52 pages.
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State-Machine Driven I/O Expansion
The EPM5192JC-ES is commonly deployed in I/O expansion roles, where the device drives dozens of buffered I/O lines from a single state-machine decoder. With 192 macrocells, a designer can implement multi-channel PWM controllers, stepper-motor sequencers, or LED matrix drivers in one chip. The PLCC-84 package provides ample pin count for direct connection to 32+ I/O lines, while EPROM-based configuration makes the device immune to power-glitch-induced corruption that would plague SRAM-based FPGAs. The ES-grade screening ensures reliable operation across industrial temperature swings. Source: Altera MAX 5000 datasheet, 52 pages.
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Legacy Defense Retrofit and Sustainment
The EPM5192JC-ES remains in demand for legacy defense retrofit programs where the original PCB design used MAX 5000 PLCC-84 parts and cannot be respun. The PLCC-84 ceramic footprint matches legacy land patterns exactly, enabling direct drop-in substitution when an original part fails in service. With the original Altera MAX 5000 family discontinued, sustainment programs rely on franchised distributors and qualified brokers to source this part for decades-long platform support. The ES grade ensures the replacement meets the original military screening requirements. Source: Altera MAX 5000 datasheet, 52 pages.
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Engineering reference data for EPM5192JC-ES — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EPM5192JC | EPM5192JC-1 | EPM5192JC-2 | EPM5192GM | EPM5192GM883B | EPM5192GI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | PLCC-84 (J-lead ceramic, S-CQCC-J84) | PLCC-84 - same | PLCC-84 - same | PLCC-84 - same | PLCC-84 (windowed) - same | PLCC-84 (windowed) - same | PLCC-84 - same |
| Brand | Intel / Altera | Intel / Altera | Intel / Altera | Intel / Altera | Intel / Altera | Intel / Altera | Intel / Altera |
| Macrocells | 192 | 192 | 192 | 192 | 192 | 192 | 192 |
| Logic Array Blocks | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 |
| Configuration Memory | EPROM, one-time programmable (windowless ceramic) | EPROM, one-time programmable | EPROM, one-time programmable | EPROM, one-time programmable | EPROM, UV-erasable (windowed) | EPROM, UV-erasable (windowed) | EPROM, one-time programmable |
| Specification / Screening | ES (enhanced specification) | Standard JC | Speed grade -1 | Speed grade -2 | Standard GM (windowed) | MIL-STD-883B | Industrial |
| Technology | CMOS | CMOS | CMOS | CMOS | CMOS | CMOS | CMOS |
| Lifecycle Status | Obsolete (sustainment only) | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete |
| Approx. Unit Price (USD, qty 1, 2026-09-12) | 32.50 | [DATA_NEEDED] | [DATA_NEEDED] | [DATA_NEEDED] | [DATA_NEEDED] | [DATA_NEEDED] | [DATA_NEEDED] |
Key Differentiators
- Enhanced specification (ES) screening over standard JC grade (vs EPM5192JC)
- Windowless ceramic (one-time programmable) for production (vs EPM5192GM)
- Highest-density MAX 5000 with 192 macrocells (vs EPM5128JC)
Design Notes
The EPM5192JC-ES is windowless ceramic, meaning it is one-time-programmable (OTP) and cannot be erased with UV light. Estimated: prototype iterations should use the EPM5192GM (windowed) variant instead, so design changes can be erased and re-programmed. Once the design is final, migrate to the JC-ES variant for production volume to save cost. Mis-programming the ES variant in prototype will scrap the expensive ceramic part on every iteration.
The PLCC-84 ceramic J-lead package requires careful land-pattern design with proper solder-pad geometry to avoid cracked solder joints under thermal cycling. Recommended: use a PLCC-84 socket for prototyping and pre-production builds so failed or mis-programmed parts can be swapped without reworking the PCB. For production, follow IPC-7351 land-pattern guidelines and consider underfilling if the board will see vibration or thermal-shock loads.
Although CPLDs do not dissipate significant power, the ceramic PLCC-84 package can still see junction temperature rise in sealed enclosures without airflow. Estimated: typical MAX 5000 ICC at 10 MHz is below 200 mA, giving <0.5 W dissipation; in a sealed industrial enclosure at +70C ambient, junction rise is ~10-15C, leaving margin for the ES-grade temperature spec. Always derate against worst-case ambient and provide at least minimal airflow in sealed enclosures.
The MAX 5000 PIA routing produces deterministic pin-to-pin delays that do not vary with placement, simplifying timing closure. However, simultaneous switching outputs (SSO) can induce ground bounce on long PLCC-84 leads; place ground and VCC pins adjacent to high-toggle outputs and add 0.1 uF decoupling capacitors per VCC pin within 5 mm. Estimated: target 4-layer PCB with continuous ground plane for SSO-heavy designs.
Compliance Information
The EPM5192 family predates the RoHS directive; ceramic DIP/PLCC packages of this era typically contain lead-bearing solder terminations. Verify compliance per lot via the manufacturer's C of C. Not AEC-Q100 (automotive) qualified; ES screening is oriented toward MIL-STD-883 / military use.
