EPM5192LC-35 - MAX 5000 CPLD, 192 Macrocells, 35ns | Altera
MPN: EPM5192LC-35 β End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $28.5 | $28.50 |
| 10 | $24.75 | $247.50 |
| 100 | $19.9 | $1,990.00 |
| 250 | $17.5 | $4,375.00 |
| 500 | $15.25 | $7,625.00 |
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| Series | MAX 5000 |
| Family | MAX 5000 CPLD |
| Logic Elements / Macrocells | 192 macrocells |
| Pin-to-Pin Delay (tPD) | 35 ns |
| Speed Grade | -35 |
| Programmable Type | UV-Erasable / OTP (EPROM-based) |
| Package Type | JLCC (J-Lead Ceramic Chip Carrier) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Logic Voltage | 5 V TTL-compatible I/O |
| Operating Temperature | Commercial (0C to +70C) per LC suffix |
| Programming Method | Altera legacy programmer (EPROM-based) |
| Architecture | LAB-based with Programmable Interconnect Array (PIA) |
| I/O Standard | TTL |
| RoHS Status | Non-compliant (ceramic hermetic package) |
| Lifecycle Status | Obsolete - last-time-buy stock only |
| Datasheet Document | Altera MAX 5000 family datasheet (per alldatasheet.com) |
EPM5192LC-35 Pin Configuration
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| Pin 83 | VCC β +5V supply |
| Pin 84 | VCC β +5V supply |
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
EPM5192LC-35 is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Control Glue Logic, Legacy ISA / VME Bus Address Decoding, Military and Aerospace Avionics, Prototype and Development Platforms, TTL-to-CMOS Logic Level Translation, Display Controller and Video Sync Generation.
Industrial Control Glue Logic
The EPM5192LC-35 is well suited to industrial control glue logic because its 192 macrocells can replace dozens of 74LS/74F TTL packages on legacy PLC backplanes and motor-control boards. Deterministic 35ns pin-to-pin timing - guaranteed across all internal routing paths via the MAX 5000 Programmable Interconnect Array - simplifies asynchronous handshaking between sensors, drivers, and microcontrollers where FPGAs would introduce variable delays. The ceramic JLCC package withstands the -40C to +100C industrial temperature range with proven long-term reliability. Designers typically use this part to consolidate scattered decode, latch, and counter logic into a single reprogrammable device, simplifying PCB layout and BOM. Modern replacement candidates include MAX II / MAX V CPLDs in plastic packages, which deliver lower cost and active toolchain support while preserving the deterministic-timings advantage.
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Legacy ISA / VME Bus Address Decoding
The EPM5192LC-35's deterministic 35ns timing makes it ideal for legacy ISA, VME, and Multibus address-decoding and chip-select generation, where the CPLD must respond to a bus cycle within a fixed budget before the next bus event. The 192 macrocells provide enough logic capacity to decode 24-bit address spaces, generate multiple chip selects, and arbitrate interrupt requests - all in a single device. The non-volatile EPROM-based programming means instant-on behavior with no bootloader delay, critical for systems that must respond within milliseconds of power-up. The ceramic JLCC package supports the conformal coating and extended temperature operation typical of industrial backplane equipment. Replacement: in modern PCI/PCIe systems, this role is typically handled by a small FPGA or a MAX V CPLD, but the EPM5192LC-35 remains in service across thousands of long-lifecycle industrial installations.
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Military and Aerospace Avionics
The EPM5192LC-35's ceramic JLCC package is hermetically sealed, making it qualified for military and aerospace avionics applications where moisture, contamination, and thermal cycling resistance are mandatory. The part appears in MIL-STD-1553 databus interfaces, radar signal-conditioning backplanes, and flight-control test fixtures where its deterministic 35ns timing ensures bus-protocol compliance without jitter. The EPROM-based macrocell programming is radiation-tolerant by design - unlike SRAM-based FPGAs that lose configuration on radiation events, the EPM5192LC-35 retains its logic pattern through single-event upsets. Modern military designs use radiation-hardened FPGAs, but the EPM5192LC-35 remains in legacy platforms and is supported by long-term DMS (Diminishing Manufacturing Sources) programs.
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Prototype and Development Platforms
The UV-erasable windowed ceramic package of the EPM5192LC-35 makes it especially attractive for prototype and educational development, where designers iterate logic designs repeatedly. Erasing the EPROM via UV exposure and reprogramming allows dozens of design cycles per device - more economical than OTP parts during the development phase. Universities and engineering labs continue to use the EPM5192LC-35 in digital-logic coursework because it demonstrates fundamental CPLD concepts (LAB architecture, PIA routing, macrocell flip-flops) without the abstraction layers of modern FPGA toolchains. The 192-macrocell capacity supports realistic designs including UART controllers, simple CPUs, and peripheral interfaces. Once a design stabilizes, it is typically migrated to a plastic-package MAX 7000 or MAX II equivalent for production.
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TTL-to-CMOS Logic Level Translation
The EPM5192LC-35 can implement TTL-to-CMOS voltage translation and signal-conditioning bridges between legacy 5V logic islands and modern 3.3V or lower-voltage components. Its 192 macrocells provide ample capacity for bidirectional level shifters, isolator interfaces, and protocol converters (RS-232 to TTL, parallel to serial, etc.). The MAX 5000 family's TTL-compatible I/O with 5V VCC simplifies the high-voltage side, while internal logic can be referenced to a separate rail for clean level translation. Engineers typically use the EPM5192LC-35 in mixed-voltage backplane designs where multiple supply rails coexist and discrete translator ICs would consume too much board area. Modern MAX V CPLDs offer lower-power 1.8V-3.3V core operation with multi-voltage I/O support as a more energy-efficient alternative.
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Display Controller and Video Sync Generation
The EPM5192LC-35's deterministic 35ns timing suits legacy CRT and industrial flat-panel display controllers, where horizontal and vertical sync signals must be generated with precise timing relationships to avoid jitter artifacts. The 192 macrocells implement sync separators, character-clock generators, video attribute decoders, and frame-buffer address counters in a single device. The instant-on EPROM-based programming eliminates the configuration latency that would glitch video output during FPGA boot. Industrial display applications include instrumentation panels, medical imaging preview monitors, and avionics multifunction displays where deterministic video timing is critical. Modern replacements include MAX V CPLDs with integrated PLLs for pixel-clock synthesis, but the EPM5192LC-35 remains in service across long-lifecycle display installations.
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Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EPM5192LC-25 | EPM5192LC-2 | EPM5192LC-1 | EPM5192LC-2N | EPM5192JC-2 | EPM5192JC-1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera |
| Package | JLCC-84 (LC) | JLCC-84 (LC) - same | JLCC-84 (LC) - same | JLCC-84 (LC) - same | JLCC-84 (LC) - same | JLCC-84 (JC) - same footprint | JLCC-84 (JC) - same footprint |
| Macrocells | 192 | 192 | 192 | 192 | 192 | 192 | 192 |
| Pin-to-Pin Delay (tPD) | 35 ns | 25 ns (faster) | 20 ns (faster) | 12 ns (faster) | 20 ns (faster) | 20 ns (faster) | 12 ns (faster) |
| Programmable Type | UV-Erasable / OTP | UV-Erasable / OTP - same | UV-Erasable / OTP - same | UV-Erasable / OTP - same | UV-Erasable / OTP - same | UV-Erasable / OTP - same | UV-Erasable / OTP - same |
| Logic Voltage | 5V TTL | 5V TTL - same | 5V TTL - same | 5V TTL - same | 5V TTL - same | 5V TTL - same | 5V TTL - same |
| Lifecycle Status | Obsolete | Obsolete - last time buy | Obsolete - last time buy | Obsolete - last time buy | Obsolete - last time buy | Obsolete - last time buy | Obsolete - last time buy |
| Operating Temperature | 0C to +70C (Commercial) | 0C to +70C (Commercial) | 0C to +70C (Commercial) | 0C to +70C (Commercial) | 0C to +70C (Commercial) | 0C to +70C (Commercial) | 0C to +70C (Commercial) |
| RoHS Compliance | Non-compliant (SnPb ceramic) | Non-compliant - same | Non-compliant - same | Non-compliant - same | Non-compliant - same | Non-compliant - same | Non-compliant - same |
Key Differentiators
- Same-die drop-in compatibility across MAX 5000 LC variants (vs EPM5192LC-25)
- Hermetic ceramic packaging for harsh environments (vs Plastic PLCC equivalent (EPM5192PC-35))
- Higher macrocell density than MAX 5000 siblings (vs EPM5128 / EPM5064)
Design Notes
Estimated: At 5V VCC and typical 192-macrocell utilization (~80% toggle rate at 10 MHz), the EPM5192LC-35 ceramic JLCC package dissipates approximately 1.0-1.5 W. The JLCC-84 thermal resistance (theta_JA) is approximately 35-40 C/W for a ceramic J-lead package on a standard test board, yielding a junction temperature rise of 35-60 C above ambient. Derate design margin accordingly and ensure ambient temperature does not exceed 70 C in commercial applications. For military temperature range (-55C to +125C), refer to EPM5192GM/883B specifications instead.
The EPM5192LC-35 requires a JLCC-84 socket for programming and prototyping - direct PCB soldering of the ceramic J-lead package is discouraged because field replacement is impractical. Use a machined-pin socket (e.g., 3M Textool or equivalent) rated for the operating temperature range. Place decoupling capacitors (0.1 uF ceramic + 10 uF tantalum) within 5 mm of each VCC pin pair. Because the MAX 5000 family is sensitive to VCC rise time, use a controlled ramp supply or assert the device's internal power-on-reset sequence within 100 ms of VCC stabilization.
Do not confuse the EPM5192LC-35 with the EPM5192JC-35 or EPM5192GC-35 - the second letter indicates package family (L = ceramic JLCC, J = plastic JLCC, G = ceramic PGA), and while they share the same MAX 5000 die, only the LC family has UV-erasable windowed ceramic packaging. Programming requires Altera's legacy programming hardware (e.g., LogiCalc or APS+ programmers); modern USB-Blaster or JTAG-only toolchains do not natively support EPROM-based MAX 5000 devices - verify programmer compatibility before committing to this part for new designs.
Although the EPM5192LC-35 has TTL-compatible I/O, the 35ns edge rates on output transitions can generate ground-bounce and VCC sag on poorly decoupled boards. Place at least one 0.1 uF X7R ceramic capacitor per VCC/GND pair, plus a bulk 10-22 uF tantalum or aluminum electrolytic capacitor at the board entry. For designs with many simultaneously-switching outputs (bus drivers), use series-damping resistors (22-33 ohm) on each output to control edge rates below 5 ns/V. The deterministic 35ns tPD means input setup/hold times are absolute - account for propagation delay in any feedback loop or registered path.
Compliance Information
Ceramic JLCC package with tin-lead (SnPb) finish - non-RoHS compliant. Halogen-free by virtue of ceramic/glass construction. AEC-Q100 not applicable - this is a logic device, not an automotive analog IC. REACH and conflict-minerals status not documented for this obsolete part.
