EPM7192EGM160-20 - 192-Macrocell MAX 7000 CPLD, 20ns PGA-160 | Altera
MPN: EPM7192EGM160-20 ✗ End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $32.5 | $32.50 |
| 10 | $27.8 | $278.00 |
| 100 | $22.4 | $2,240.00 |
| 500 | $18.95 | $9,475.00 |
| 1,000 | $15.6 | $15,600.00 |
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EPM7192EGM160-20 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Family | MAX 7000 |
| Device Type | EE CMOS CPLD (Electrically Erasable) |
| Macrocells | 192 |
| Logic Array Blocks (LABs) | 12 |
| Usable Gates | 600 to 5,000 |
| Maximum User I/O Pins | 120 |
| Package | PGA-160 (160-pin Pin Grid Array) |
| Speed Grade | -20 (20 ns pin-to-pin) |
| Pin-to-Pin Propagation Delay | 20 ns |
| Counter Frequency (max) | 175.4 MHz |
| I/O Standards | 3.3 V or 5 V configurable |
| Global Clock Inputs | 2 (GCLK1, GCLK2) |
| In-System Programming | Yes (JTAG IEEE 1149.1) |
| Program/Erase Endurance | 100 cycles (EEPROM) |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C (industrial) |
| Technology Node | CMOS, second-generation MAX architecture |
EPM7192EGM160-20 pga-160 (160-pin pin grid array) Pin Configuration Guide
Complete pinout information for EPM7192EGM160-20 (pga-160 (160-pin pin grid array) package) with 120 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 EPM7192EGM160-20.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Estimated pin count: 120 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
EPM7192EGM160-20 is suitable for 7 applications: Industrial Control Glue Logic, Telecom Backplane Bus Interface Bridging, Legacy TTL/CMOS Logic Replacement, Military and Aerospace Control Electronics, JTAG-Driven Board-Level Test Infrastructure, Peripheral Controller and State-Machine Replacement, Legacy Industrial Bus Arbitration.
Industrial Control Glue Logic
The EPM7192EGM160-20 is well suited for industrial control glue logic because it offers 192 macrocells and 120 user I/O with deterministic timing and instant-on EEPROM-based configuration. The 20 ns pin-to-pin delay and 175.4 MHz counter frequency handle bus-arbitration, address decoding, and timing-critical handshake logic between PLCs and I/O subsystems. Its -40C to +125C industrial operating range covers factory-floor environments without thermal derating. The JTAG ISP interface allows in-field firmware updates via the customer's production tester, eliminating socketed programming for sealed enclosures. Compared with discrete 74-series logic, the CPLD reduces board area by replacing dozens of packages with a single PGA-160 device.
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Telecom Backplane Bus Interface Bridging
For telecom backplane bus-interface bridging, the EPM7192EGM160-20's 120 I/O pins handle wide parallel buses and serial-link protocol translation between legacy E1/T1 framers and modern packet processors. Its non-volatile instant-on operation means the bridge is fully functional within microseconds of board reset, eliminating the boot-PROM handshake required by SRAM FPGAs in hot-swap backplane slots. The 175.4 MHz counter frequency supports PCI, VME, and proprietary 66 MHz bus interfaces. JTAG boundary-scan per IEEE 1149.1 simplifies board-test coverage for high-pin-count assemblies. Industrial temperature grade supports outdoor base-station equipment per ETSI EN 300019.
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Legacy TTL/CMOS Logic Replacement
The EPM7192EGM160-20 can consolidate 30 to 60 discrete 74LS/74HC logic packages into a single 160-pin PGA device, dramatically reducing PCB area, power consumption, and BOM cost in legacy systems. Each macrocell implements a sum-of-products equation with up to 36 inputs, replicating wide decoders, multiplexers, and state-machine primitives. The electrically erasable (EE) cell technology supports 100 program/erase cycles - sufficient for design-iteration prototyping and modest-volume production updates. Engineers use MAX+PLUS II or Quartus II design software to capture schematics or HDL and target the device. The 20 ns delay is fast enough for most asynchronous glue logic at 25 MHz system clocks.
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Military and Aerospace Control Electronics
The EPM7192EGM160-20 is qualified under SMD 5962-93168 for military and aerospace control applications, where long-term component availability and radiation tolerance matter more than raw density. Its instant-on EEPROM configuration eliminates boot-PROM failure modes in radiation environments, and the 120 I/O pins drive sensor interfaces, actuator bridges, and redundant MIL-STD-1553 databuses. The -55C to +125C extended temperature range supports avionics and ground-mobile platforms. PGA-160 ceramic packaging offers hermeticity for space and naval applications. Engineers migrating to the MAX 7000AE family gain enhanced radiation hardening but must verify SMD equivalence.
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JTAG-Driven Board-Level Test Infrastructure
The EPM7192EGM160-20's IEEE 1149.1 JTAG boundary-scan chain simplifies in-circuit test (ICT) and flying-probe coverage for high-density boards. Each of its 120 user I/O pins can be observed and driven through the JTAG TAP, eliminating bed-of-nails access for buried nodes. In-system programming (ISP) means test fixtures can also program the device during board bring-up, separating fixture cost from programming station cost. The 20 ns delay is more than adequate for test-clock rates of 10 MHz. Designers chain multiple MAX 7000 devices in a single JTAG scan path to share four TAP pins across the entire board.
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Peripheral Controller and State-Machine Replacement
For peripheral controllers and custom state machines, the EPM7192EGM160-20 provides 192 macrocells that each encode up to 36 product terms - enough to implement complete microcoded sequencers, custom UART peripherals, and protocol-format converters. The 175.4 MHz counter frequency supports high-speed serial bit-banging at up to 100 Mbaud when combined with external clock multipliers. Industrial temperature operation covers factory automation, point-of-sale terminals, and medical instrumentation. Compared with microcontrollers, CPLD state machines offer nanosecond-level response (no interrupt latency), deterministic behavior, and no firmware-update burden on the production line.
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Legacy Industrial Bus Arbitration
The EPM7192EGM160-20 can implement ISA, PCI, or VME bus arbitration logic with deterministic 20 ns response time, replacing legacy ASICs that have become obsolete. Each LAB contains 16 macrocells wired through a programmable interconnect, enabling complex priority encoders and bus-grant chains. The device's 120 I/O drive 5V TTL or 3.3V LVCMOS levels directly, interfacing with mixed-voltage backplanes without external transceivers. JTAG ISP allows post-assembly arbitration-table updates for evolving system requirements. Engineers design with VHDL or Verilog in Quartus II targeting the MAX 7000 device family.
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Engineering reference data for EPM7192EGM160-20 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EPM7192EGM160-15 | EPM7192EGI160-20 | EPM7192EGC160-12 | EPM7192EGC160-12P | EPM7160SQC160-10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera |
| Package | PGA-160 | PGA-160 (same) | PGA-160 (same) | PGA-160 (same) | PGA-160 (same) | PQFP-160 (different) |
| Macrocells | 192 | 192 | 192 | 192 | 192 | 160 |
| User I/O | 120 | 120 | 120 | 120 | 120 | 84 |
| Pin-to-Pin Delay | 20 ns | 15 ns (faster) | 20 ns (same) | 12 ns (faster) | 12 ns (faster) | 10 ns (faster) |
| Counter Frequency | 175.4 MHz | higher (faster grade) | 175.4 MHz (same) | higher (faster grade) | higher (faster grade) | higher (faster grade) |
| Temperature Grade | Industrial (-40C to +125C) | Industrial | Industrial | Industrial | Commercial | Commercial |
| ISP (JTAG) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Lifecycle Status | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete |
Key Differentiators
- Same-package upgrade path with faster speed grades (vs EPM7192EGM160-15)
- High-density industrial MAX 7000 with 120 I/O (vs EPM7160SQC160-10)
- Non-volatile instant-on configuration (vs EPM570T100C5N (MAX II CPLD))
Design Notes
PGA-160 packages require a through-hole socket (e.g., 3M Textool or Mill-Max) or direct PCB pad layout with 0.1 inch (2.54 mm) pitch grid. For high-reliability programs, use a machined-pin socket for thermal cycling robustness. Decouple each VCC pin with a 0.1 uF ceramic capacitor placed within 5 mm of the pin. Add a bulk 10 uF tantalum or electrolytic capacitor near the device for low-frequency noise suppression on the 3.3V or 5V supply.
Do not confuse the speed-grade suffix (-20 vs -15 vs -12 vs -10) when ordering - the same die is binned and tested at different VCC and temperature corners. Higher speed grades consume more Icc; estimate 5-15 mA quiescent plus I/O switching current. Always assign GCLK1 and GCLK2 to dedicated clock input pins; do not reuse them as general I/O, or the device will fail configuration. The JTAG TAP must be disabled in normal operation (TMS held high) to prevent accidental boundary-scan interference.
PGA-160 packages offer superior signal-integrity vs PQFP because the lead inductance is lower (typically 1-2 nH per pin vs 5-8 nH for fine-pitch QFP). For designs above 50 MHz I/O switching rates, route critical clocks and asynchronous signals on the inner PGA pins with the shortest via stubs. Maintain 50 ohm controlled impedance for traces longer than 50 mm to avoid ringing. The 5V-tolerant I/O can drive TTL loads directly but requires external clamping diodes for inductive loads (relays, solenoids).
PGA-160 ceramic packages provide theta_JA of approximately 30-40 C/W depending on socket and airflow. At maximum toggle activity, the device may dissipate 1-2 W internally; ensure ambient temperature plus theta_JA times power stays below 150C junction. For military temperature grade operation (-55C to +125C ambient), derate Icc by 20% above 100C ambient to maintain timing margins. Forced-air cooling is rarely needed but improves long-term reliability in sealed enclosures.
Compliance Information
RoHS, REACH, lead-free, halogen-free, and conflict-minerals status not confirmed in the verified distributor data as of 2026-09-13. The MAX 7000 family predates RoHS; pre-RoHS inventory is common. Request compliance certificates from brokers before placing orders for EU-bound or OEM programs. AEC-Q100 is not applicable - this is a CPLD, not an automotive analog IC; some MAX 7000 variants are qualified under MIL-PRF-38535 SMD 5962-93168 for military programs.
