EPM9560ARC304-10F - MAX 9000A CPLD 560 Macrocell | Altera
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View Datasheet →EPM9560ARC304-10F Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Device Family | MAX 9000A |
| Programmable Type | In System Programmable (ISP) |
| Number of Macrocells | 560 |
| Number of Logic Elements/Blocks | 35 LABs |
| Number of Gates | 12000 |
| Number of I/O | 216 |
| Maximum Delay Time (tPD) | 10 ns |
| Supply Voltage (Internal) | 4.75 V to 5.25 V |
| Operating Temperature | 0 C to +70 C (commercial) |
| Package | 304-pin RQFP (PowerQuad II) |
| Package Code | FQFP |
| Terminal Form | Gull Wing |
| Package Shape | Square |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Configuration Memory | EEPROM (non-volatile) |
| JTAG Support | IEEE 1149.1 (ISP) |
| RoHS Status | RoHS |
| Speed Grade | -10 (10 ns) |
EPM9560ARC304-10F square Pin Configuration Guide
Complete pinout information for EPM9560ARC304-10F (square package). 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 EPM9560ARC304-10F.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
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
EPM9560ARC304-10F is suitable for 6 applications: PCI/ISA Bus Interface Logic, Telecommunications Line-Card Glue Logic, Industrial Control State Machines, Legacy System Replacement and Sustaining, Test and Measurement Instrumentation, Military and Aerospace Legacy Upgrades.
PCI/ISA Bus Interface Logic
The EPM9560ARC304-10F fits PCI and ISA bus interface logic because its 216 I/O and 10 ns tPD can absorb the address/data/control glue that would otherwise require many discrete TTL devices. Operating from a 4.75 V to 5.25 V supply, it directly interfaces with 5 V PCI and ISA signaling without level shifters. Designers typically implement bus arbitration, wait-state generation, and chip-select decoding inside the CPLD, using the non-volatile EEPROM configuration so the logic is active immediately at power-up. The 304-pin RQFP exposes enough I/O to route a full 32-bit PCI bus plus control lines, and the 560 macrocells provide ample room for state machines. A trade-off is the relatively high 5 V static current compared with modern 3.3 V CPLDs, so thermal and power budgeting should account for the legacy process.
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Telecommunications Line-Card Glue Logic
In telecom line cards, the EPM9560ARC304-10F consolidates glue logic for TDM framing, clock multiplexing, and backplane interface control. Its 560 macrocells and 35 LABs allow multiple state machines to run concurrently, while the 10 ns pin-to-pin delay supports the timing margins required by legacy telecom buses. The 5 V supply and 5 V-compatible I/O match the signaling used in many installed telecom shelves, avoiding level-translation components. Because the configuration is stored in EEPROM, the device boots instantly when the line card is hot-swapped, which is important for high-availability systems. The 216 I/O pins can accommodate wide backplane buses and status/control signals. A practical consideration is that the 304-pin RQFP demands a solid power/ground plane to control simultaneous switching noise on the wide I/O banks.
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Industrial Control State Machines
The EPM9560ARC304-10F is used in industrial control for deterministic state machines, encoder interfaces, and safety interlock logic. Its non-volatile EEPROM configuration means the control logic is live within microseconds of power-up, with no external configuration PROM and no boot delay, which is critical for machinery that must reach a safe state immediately. The 560 macrocells support complex sequencing, and the 10 ns tPD gives predictable single-cycle response for time-critical interlocks. The 5 V supply and 5 V I/O tolerate the electrically noisy environments common in factory automation, and the 0 C to +70 C commercial rating suits controlled-cabinet installations. Designers often partition the CPLD into independent state machines per axis or per station. A trade-off is that the commercial temperature grade limits use in uncontrolled environments, where an industrial-grade variant would be required.
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Legacy System Replacement and Sustaining
The EPM9560ARC304-10F is frequently selected to sustain or repair legacy systems whose original MAX 9000A CPLD is no longer stocked. Because the design is already compiled for the MAX 9000A architecture, replacing a failed device with the same or a compatible MAX 9000A part avoids a costly re-design and re-qualification cycle. The 304-pin RQFP footprint and 560-macrocell density match the original design, and the non-volatile configuration means the existing programming file can be reused directly. Engineers should confirm the ordering suffix (temperature grade and finish) against the original bill of materials. The main risk is long-term availability, since the family is NRND; buyers often secure lifetime buys or qualified second sources. This makes the EPM9560ARC304-10F a sustaining part rather than a platform for new development.
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Test and Measurement Instrumentation
The EPM9560ARC304-10F appears in test and measurement instruments as a timing and control sequencer for acquisition front ends. Its 10 ns tPD and 560 macrocells allow precise trigger generation, sample-clock sequencing, and bus multiplexing without the jitter of a software-driven controller. The 216 I/O can drive multiple instrument buses and control lines, while the 5 V supply matches the analog and mixed-signal rails common in older instrument designs. Non-volatile configuration ensures the instrument is operational immediately at power-on, which matters for benchtop equipment that must be ready without a boot sequence. Designers often use the CPLD to implement programmable clock dividers and pattern generators. A consideration is that the 5 V core dissipates more power than modern logic, so airflow or heatsinking may be needed in densely packed instruments.
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Military and Aerospace Legacy Upgrades
The EPM9560ARC304-10F is used in military and aerospace legacy upgrades where 5 V logic and non-volatile configuration are mandatory. Its EEPROM-based architecture is immune to the configuration loss and single-event upset concerns of SRAM-based FPGAs, and the instant-on behavior supports systems that cannot tolerate a boot delay. The 560 macrocells and 216 I/O provide enough logic for bus bridging, discrete I/O expansion, and protocol conversion in avionics and ground-support equipment. The 304-pin RQFP is a proven package for high-reliability assemblies. Engineers should note that the commercial 0 C to +70 C grade is not suitable for extended-temperature military environments; an appropriate temperature-grade variant must be selected. The part is best treated as a sustaining solution for existing qualified designs rather than a new qualification candidate.
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Engineering reference data for EPM9560ARC304-10F — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EPM9560ARC304-10N | EPM9560ARC240-10N | EPM9560ARC208-10N |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 304-pin RQFP | 304-pin RQFP - same | 240-pin RQFP | 208-pin RQFP |
| Brand | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera |
| Number of Macrocells | 560 | 560 | 560 | 560 |
| Number of I/O | 216 | 216 | [DATA_NEEDED] | [DATA_NEEDED] |
| Maximum Delay Time (tPD) | 10 ns | 10 ns | 10 ns | 10 ns |
| Supply Voltage (Internal) | 4.75 V to 5.25 V | 4.75 V to 5.25 V | 4.75 V to 5.25 V | 4.75 V to 5.25 V |
| Operating Temperature | 0 C to +70 C (commercial) | 0 C to +70 C (commercial) | 0 C to +70 C (commercial) | 0 C to +70 C (commercial) |
| Programmable Type | In System Programmable (ISP) | In System Programmable (ISP) | In System Programmable (ISP) | In System Programmable (ISP) |
| RoHS Status | RoHS | RoHS | RoHS | RoHS |
Key Differentiators
- Highest I/O count in the MAX 9000A EPM9560 family (vs EPM9560ARC240-10N)
- Non-volatile EEPROM configuration with instant-on operation (vs EPM9560ARC208-10)
- 5 V supply and 5 V-compatible I/O (vs EPM9560ARC304-10N)
Design Notes
The EPM9560ARC304-10F operates from a 4.75 V to 5.25 V internal supply and, as a 5 V EEPROM-based CPLD, draws a relatively high static current compared with modern 3.3 V logic. Decouple every VCC pin with a 0.1 uF ceramic capacitor placed as close to the pin as possible, and add bulk capacitance (10 uF or larger) per power island. Estimated: for a 304-pin RQFP with many simultaneously switching outputs, budget the supply for the device quiescent current plus the dynamic current from capacitive load charging; confirm exact ICC figures in the MAX 9000A family data sheet before finalizing the regulator.
The 304-pin RQFP (PowerQuad II) package requires a dedicated power and ground plane to control simultaneous switching noise across the 216 I/O. Route high-speed or wide buses on layers adjacent to a solid ground plane, and keep the JTAG TCK/TMS/TDI/TDO traces short and matched. Provide thermal vias under the exposed pad area if the package variant includes one, and verify the land pattern against the manufacturer's recommended footprint for the 304-pin RQFP.
Do not assume pin compatibility between MAX 9000A package variants. The EPM9560ARC304-10F (304-pin RQFP) is not pin-compatible with the EPM9560ARC240-10N (240-pin RQFP) or EPM9560ARC208-10 (208-pin RQFP), even though all three share 560 macrocells and a 10 ns speed grade. Always confirm the ordering suffix (temperature grade and lead-free finish) against the original bill of materials, and recompile the design for the exact target device before committing to a substitute.
Compliance Information
Distributor listings indicate RoHS status for the EPM9560ARC304-10F. REACH, halogen-free, and conflict-minerals status were not present in the verified web data and are marked unknown. AEC-Q100 is not applicable to this commercial-grade CPLD.
